The Best Christmas Memories Are Never the Ones You Plan

December 16, 2025 Ginny Thomas

The most memorable moments usually aren't the ones on the calendar. This morning, I got a reminder of what really matters.

Ginny is a branding, family, newborn photographer in the Maryland/DC area.
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Wrapped and ready.

My last sessions of the year are officially delivered, and I’m stepping into full holiday mode over here. Cozy lights, too many blankets, and a tree that makes the whole house glow.

This season, I’m trading memory car

The boys were sick, so it was girls day out for Christmas at the Gaylord & ICE! Exhibit! It was 🥶but a great experience! 🎄

Two months old and already full of charm
George gave us all the good stuff during his in-home newborn session...snuggles, stretches, sleepy smiles, and sweet eye contact.

At this age, babies are more awake, more expressive, and still totally snuggl

Some families feel like old friends, and this one is definitely that. We’ve shared some sweet seasons together, and their Christmas PJ's mini at my Silver Spring studio was another great one!

Olivia brought her sweet personality, and a green d

Our neighborhood Santa visit…I’m not sure who was more uncomfortable, but he tried!!

Here are a few simple tips to help you use your phone to capture all the fun, cozy and chaotic moments happening around you this season. No fancy gear needed. Just good light, real smiles and the little details that make the holidays feel like your f

🎄15 minutes. One cozy studio. A whole lot of joy.

This sweet family comes back every year for their Christmas mini session; and I totally get why.

• It’s quick (we’re done in 15)
• The studio is warm and weather-proof
•

“We only need one good photo…”

Yep. And sometimes that one photo is hiding behind:
• 12 blinking shots
• 5 look-aways
• 3 epic meltdowns
• 2 runaways
• and one heroic parent who kept smiling through it all

Happy “just trying to get 1 good family photo” season to all who celebrate….

I feel your pain & experience it myself, just in case you thought I was immune….😜

It just proves it takes anyone except the mom to get that

Love our Thanksgiving weekend tradition of bringing Christmas to our home!

And these sweet moments of getting along & making memories! 🥰🎄May it last all season long…😜😃

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