Yesterday morning we played for hours in Astoria Park while the air was still dry and the breeze coming off of the river was still refreshing. I got a long walk in all the way from Ditmars Blvd, and my little man exerted some pent up toddler energy. It was win-win! Our excursion was followed by playtime in the bath tub, lunch, nap and then potty training in brand new Mickey Mouse underpants. No accidents to report! It was a great day, full of momma pride and gratitude for the

“Dance is the hidden language of the soul” ― Martha Graham It's that time of year again, when the air begins to smell like...dance recitals! Last weekend I got to watch my niece show everyone the "language of [her] soul." She's been posing and shaking her little bum since she could sit up. Nay, hold her head up. Nay, nay, raise her hands in the air! Well, you get the point. My little girl has got moves that'll make you enforce rules like, "No boys until you're 35!" Just kid

“The future lies before you, like a field of fallen snow; Be careful how you tread it, for every step will show.” #365 #lifestylephotography #Lifestyle #snowfall #snow #JFarruggiaPhotography #eyes #light #naturallight #natural #kidsphotography

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There's a great satisfaction that comes from being able to photograph the newest branch of our ever growing family tree. When Liz reached out to me about coming to Philadelphia and visitng Nya on that first fragile week home from the hospital and then "hiring" me to take newborn/family photos, I was honored. My gift to them was imagery. Their's to me, was opportunity and bounds of beautiful moments...not mention eyes, hair, lighting and home decor! Thank-you, again Liz, for c

Had a great time picking thistle in Astoria Park last Sunday with this beauty! She led the way, I followed her lead and together we made...bouquets...and fairy tale photos. So much FUN! #photo #Astoria #Ditmars #Lifestyle #Photography #Family #Flowers #jfarruggia #AstoriaPark #thistle #flowers #purple #magenta #fairytale

Today I met with one of my favorite Astoria families, puppeteers and founders of Wonder Sparks, for a mini- newborn session in their quaint, eclectic apartment. Welcome to the world little F! #newbornphotography #minisession #astoriaphotography #JessicaFarruggia #JessicaLillis #JFarruggiaPhotography #jfarruggia #lifestylephotography #Lifestyle #WonderSparks #Puppeteer