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It had been years since the Perez family had taken family photos, and in what felt like the blink of an eye, the kids had all grown up. Some had graduated, started their careers, and even moved out of the house. As the holidays approached, the family wanted to capture this special moment in time — together again, celebrating love, laughter, and connection. They envisioned fall family photos that felt warm and natural, and I knew exactly where to go — Glen Arbor Park in Murr