Memory Keepers Handbook

Photography blog helping moms create memories they will treasure for the rest of their lives.

Documenting your family's trip to Disney | Capturing memories at Disneyland

Mickey Ears On, Camera Ready: Capture the most beautiful memories in the Happiest Place on Earth! It was my daughter’s 3rd birthday. She...

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Mar 5, 20243 min read

Rainy day activities for Kids in Bay Area

South Bay Adventures for Tiny Explorers in Rain! I passionately hate winter rains! I grew up in a desert and have never really come to...

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Feb 6, 20246 min read

Spring Family Photo Session: Style Guide

Color Inspiration for Unforgettable Spring Family Photos Spring is here! There is beauty and color everywhere. And you have booked...

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Jan 29, 20242 min read

New Year, New Family: 8 fun ways to stick to your Family's New Year resolutions

Practical Tips for Making Family New Year Resolutions Sustainable In 2023 I came across two books that changed my outlook towards life...

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Jan 1, 20244 min read

Your Guide to Christmas Cards: Everything from Taking a Photo to Sending Them Out

Your Step-by-Step Guide to Creating and Mailing Christmas Cards The delicious ThanksGiving food has settled down. What a fun weekend it...

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Nov 27, 20234 min read

A Vegetarian Thanksgiving

A Plant-Based Feast: Celebrating Thanksgiving with Vegetarian Delights When I first came to this country, 1.5 decades ago, ThanksGiving...

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Nov 20, 20234 min read

Creating Lasting Memories: Thanksgiving traditions I Cherish and wish to pass on.

Celebrating Thanksgiving Traditions Through Generations When I became a first time mom, traditions suddenly had a whole different meaning...

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Nov 13, 20236 min read

Trick-or-Treating with Toddlers

Tips and Tricks for a fun, safe and Spooktacular Time It's October and everywhere you look, there are Halloween decorations. From cute to...

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Oct 30, 20235 min read

How to Make Halloween Safe and Fun for Kids with Food Allergies

Tips for Including Kids with Food Allergies I first came close to food allergies in kids when my little daughter was born. She was 4...

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Oct 23, 20234 min read

Fall Family Photoshoot Poses: Ideas for Capturing Natural and Memorable Moments

Capture the beauty of season with Beautiful Stories Photography Every year I ask my Family for an early Christmas Gift and that is our...

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Oct 16, 20233 min read

5 Favorite props for Fall Family Photos

Our Favorite Ideas for Creating Memorable Photos for your Family this Fall Fall is here and so is the desire to take gorgeous, candid and...

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Oct 2, 20234 min read

How to Prepare Your Child for School Pictures: A Parent's Guide

Making School Picture Day a Fun and Memorable Experience for Your Child It’s picture day season and your child is getting photographed in...

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Sep 25, 20233 min read

7 Favorite Fall Activities with Family in the Bay Area

Fall Family Bucket List for the Bay Area My favorite season is here… Fall! And I know it's your favorite season too, isn’t it? Well to be...

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Sep 18, 20233 min read

6 Steps to a Memorable and Stress free Fall Family Photoshoot

How to Plan a Fall Family Photoshoot That Your Kids Will Love Fall is, hands down, the most beautiful time of the year. Everything is...

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Sep 11, 20234 min read

How to take great Back to school photos?

Do's and Don't of Back to School Photos Summer is almost over! Can you believe it? We are here getting ready for the school year once...

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Aug 7, 20234 min read

How to book your Family Photoshoot in the Bay Area?

Capture Your Family's Special Moments with a Bay Area Family Photoshoot This has been a nagging ask or the deepest desire in your heart...

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Jul 24, 20235 min read

How to prepare for a summer family photoshoot?

10 Tips for a Successful Summertime Family Photoshoot So while you are spending most of your time outside, enjoying your days in the sun,...

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Jul 17, 20236 min read

How to photograph your Summer Vacation

10 stress free ways to photograph your next vacation We have all seen the beautiful, scenic and breathtaking pictures on Instagram of...

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Jun 19, 20235 min read

How not to have a boring summer

Make the most of the 18 summers you will get with your kids. The long months of summer are here, it is day one of summer break and...

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Jun 12, 20233 min read

How to make a memorable summer for kids?

Simple ways to make a magical and memorable summer I am a die hard romantic for summer and chances are, if you are here, you have a...

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Jun 5, 20237 min read

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