Things are abuzz in the Dale household.  The tree has been put up and the garland has been hung with care.  Tiny Christmas lights shine and beautiful wreaths adorn every door.  Boxes and boxes of presents sit beautifully wrapped under the tree.  As exciting as this time is, Stephanie and John’s greatest gift this year came three months earlier.  That’s right!  Their first born child, little baby Olivia is here, making this Christmas the best Christmas of all.

A few weeks ago, I had the pleasure of photographing baby Olivia’s Christmas session!  You might remember Olivia’s newborn photos, featured on the blog back in October.  Since it is Christmas Eve, I thought this would be the perfect post to share.  I hope these sweet photos warm your heart during this magical time of year.

Stephanie and John already had multiple ornaments to help remind them of Olivia’s first Christmas.  This was one of my favorites!

Olivia is BEAUTIFUL…just like her mother.

Stephanie and John are the definition of proud parents!  They can’t get enough of their baby girl!

How could you not fall in love with these beautiful big eyes?

Olivia was absolutely glowing!

All wrapped up under the tree, Olivia is her mommy’s favorite gift!

When it started to get late, Olivia’s dad tucked her into her pjs and made sure she was snuggled up with her favorite bears.

Right before she went to sleep, Olivia smiled, happy to be spending her first Christmas with a family who loves her so much.  As we celebrate together this season, may the wonder of that first Christmas, the joy of God’s abundant blessings, and the peace of Jesus’ presence be with you always.  Merry Christmas!