My daughter, Prairie:

“Mommy is red, white, and moo mooooo.”

(Added context: I was on a video call. She may have been mildly distracted by the buttons...or mocking my fear of cows. Unclear.)

My good friend, Mindy:

“Michelle is a spirited, wildly talented photographer with a creative soul and an eye for beauty that’s anything but ordinary. She sees the world through a boho lens—vibrant, free-spirited, and full of magic—and brings that same energy to every shoot she touches. Her work is rooted in emotion, storytelling, and bold, out-of-the-box thinking that sets her apart.

She’s also an amazing mom and the kind of friend who always makes you feel supported, heard, and valued. Michelle’s energy is magnetic—gentle, genuine, and full of heart.”

(She may have slightly exceeded the word count...but we’ll let it slide. Love you, gal!)

My niece, Felicity:

“Imaginary, focused, intuitive, artistic.”

My niece, Naomi:

“Creative, boujee, storyteller, observant, driven, and empathetic”