Shauna asked me to meet them in Qualicum Bay. 
On a beach her and her family had walked almost her entire life. 
Familiar and full of amazing memories and places, we enjoyed the view, the beach and the last of the sunshine. 
This place is full of familiarity down to the special rocks uncovered by the tide, and covered in sea anemones. 
All of these things held tight in the hearts of the boys and her. 

I have personally known the family for a few years, 
Our oldest boys went to school together and in the past two years, she has been a kindergarten teacher to both my youngest children. 
To say that we cherish her would be an understatement. 
She loves my children as if they were her own, she nurtures them and each and every day they look forward to seeing her. 
In situations like this it is hard to give thanks, 
and while my gift to her is much different I hope that gratitude shines through.
What an incredible honour to be in this place with them. 
What an honour to be able to capture the love she gives to her boys. 

A few of my favourites, 
Here is Shauna and her boys, Drey & Kade.