Angelina and Dario, as shot by Christin Carruthers of Ooh Ooh Darling.

This gorgeous photo is a moment of magic, caught between a mother and son. I have known Angelina for years and she was a kick-ass professional, an amazingly empathetic, vivacious woman in her own right, always ready to listen and full of laughter. Seeing her now, as a wife and mother, nothing could be a better testimonial to the way that life brings us exactly what we deserve. Her joy is so pure and motherhood suits her beautifully.

Angelina and Dario, as shot by Christin Carruthers of Ooh Ooh Darling.

These photos are magical and sweet. The lighting and composition, setting and the intimacy of the shots are the signature of a skilled photographer who can make working with a tiny human look like a piece of cake. That being said, I have the utmost respect for parents and families who make it work in all the ways we must, day to day. But how can you not fall in love with a picture that makes parenting look like the best, most natural and rewarding thing in the world?

Angelina and Dario, as shot by Christin Carruthers of Ooh Ooh Darling.

If ever there was a photo that spoke a billion words, even if one of the tiny subjects doesn’t yet speak them himself, this is it.

Angelina and Dario, as shot by Christin Carruthers of Ooh Ooh Darling.

Angelina and Dario, as shot by Christin Carruthers of Ooh Ooh Darling.

Angelina and Dario, as shot by Christin Carruthers of Ooh Ooh Darling.

Christin Carruthers captured the bond between these two just perfectly. For more of her work, check out her website: http://www.oohoohdarling.com/mama-and-her-little-guy/

Angelina and Dario, as shot by Christin Carruthers of Ooh Ooh Darling.

Angelina and Dario, as shot by Christin Carruthers.

Angelina and Dario, as shot by Christin Carruthers of Ooh Ooh Darling.

For more of Photographer Christin Carruthers’ work, check out her website: http://www.oohoohdarling.com/mama-and-her-little-guy/