Caren Barry

Photographer + Writer + Surface Designer

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  • :: popping these beautiful roses here, just in case you’re in need of a midweek floral pick-me-up too 🌸✨😘 #aflowerenthusiast
  • :: this little girl is obsessed with books! It’s often the first thing she says when she wakes up in the morning or from her naps, excitedly shouting “book!... book-ahh... booksss!” while pointing eagerly at her collection in the corner of her bedroom. Take her to the library, and well, she’ll dive straight in on her quest to find a keeper. She also loves joining other mama’s with their little-ones during their story-time (and sometimes tries to sweetly, but prematurely turn the pages for them) ☺️📚🐛 Her favourites are definitely those with a more punchy rhythm or musical books – oh and she’ll happily peruse many a flip-flap book on her own for a good half hour! . She’s increasingly interested in my stash of books on my bedside table too – though these aren’t nearly as fascinating as her own and usually end up abandoned. I was very tempted to treat Emilia (and myself, let’s be honest) to ‘The Boy, The Mole, The Fox and The Horse’ over the weekend; the illustrations are exquisite and it reminded me how I have yet to introduce Emilia to any Winnie-the-Pooh books (my childhood fave)! 🍯🐻 . I’d love to hear which books were your favourite to read as a child and/or what did your littles enjoy reading at around 18 months? We’re in need of more variety and you always have the best inspiration 🧡 . #emiliahannarose
  • :: So here we are, February 2020. It’s taken me quite some time to get back into the swing of editing any of the photos I’ve taken over the past couple of months and even more so, building the courage to press that share button. After an unintentional break away from Instagram over Christmas, I lost my confidence quite a bit. There’s been a lot going on for me personally, plus with the added pressure of the festive season, hosting Christmas Day for our family – the first since Emilia was born, and increasingly busy days mostly on my own with my little toddler who loves to keep her mama on her toes (both figuratively and literally), well this all combined leaving me paralysed a lot more than I initially realised. Especially creatively. . It feels good to have had a bit of a digital detox but now I feel as though there’s so much more I should/could share, with no perfect place to start. So I figured I’ll begin regardless... Hopefully I’m not alone in some of those sentiments and sorry if any of this felt too heavy 🙈 I’ll leave you with these beautiful photos from a recent trip to Anglesey Abbey. We took some portraits in this Winter Garden almost a year ago to the day and ohhh...😍💔 My heart could burst at just how much Emilia has grown. I know it’s cliché to say, but they really do grow up far too quickly!
  • ad | features gifted items :: these calm corners of Emilia’s room are so often the perfect place for reclaiming some quiet among the chaos of our days. Today has been a non stop day, ticking the last of the Christmas jobs off our list. On days like today it feels so good when we finally get home and I can sit down to nurse Emilia in peace in this beautiful space with zero distractions - for the both of us. 💛 . Tonight, once Emilia’s in bed, I’m looking forward to slowing down a bit. I’ll be getting my festive on by arranging her Christmas Eve box ready for Tuesday (which I bought from @fredandrobin, who previously gifted me the sweet memory box and clothes hanger pictured), building her play kitchen from the family and creating a couple of simple eucalyptus wreaths. Now I just have to decide which Christmas films I want to watch to complete the mood... suggestions welcome! 🌿✨
  • :: embracing the simple things; cosy evenings indoors, the warm glow of the fairy lights and family cuddles on the sofa in our Christmas jumpers watching Harry Potter. The festive season is infinitely more magical having this darling girl to create and share memories with ❤️✨ #emiliahannarose . . . . #embracetheseasons #holdthemoments #livethelittlethings #seasonalstories #seekthesimplicity #agameoftones #capturelight #upandautumn #momentsofmine #livethelittlethings #documentyourdays #pocketsweetness #magic_shots #winterstories #rememberingthesedays #tinybigadventures #takemyheartdear #littlesnippetsofus #postthepeople #natureheals #magicofchildhood #thehappynow #thesemagicaldays #thingsiwanttoremember #documentingmotherhood #motherhood_magic #mynameismama #myjosefinabag
  • :: this time of year always makes me reflect on how much my life has changed and how much I’ve grown. I don’t really make New Years resolutions as I find I tend to set my expectations for myself too high (and this triggers my anxiety) but I’ve found it so helpful to just set a simple intention for my day-to-day life. For me that will likely be to try to except more help, in whatever capacity that may be. I would love to know your thoughts on resolutions and what intentions you may have too!? 💙 . . . . #embracetheseasons #holdthemoments #livethelittlethings #seasonalstories #agameoftones #momentsofmine #livethelittlethings #documentyourdays #pocketsweetness #magic_shots #winterstories #rememberingthesedays #tinybigadventures #littlesnippetsofus #postthepeople #natureheals #thehappynow #thesemagicaldays #thingsiwanttoremember #lovegreatbritain
  • :: I think a little bit of magic is very much needed today ✨ wishing you a beautiful evening with those you love, friends x
  • :: calm Sunday scenes 💫

 

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