This particular family photo session is one that hits close to home for far too many people. Denise, a mother of four, came to us with a touching idea for her family photos and we were happy to make it happen.

Heather, her third born, was diagnosed with Rhabdomyosarcoma, a rare cancer that affects mostly young children. Heather lost her fight to cancer three years ago so Denise, Colleen, Sarah and Steve came up with a beautiful way to include everyone in the portrait session.

It is hard to put in words how incredible it is to see a family live through adversity. We admire each and everyone who faces life head on and stories like Heather's have a hugely positive impact on the lives of others.

The Leonardo family spends a lot of their time continuing to fight. This past September 16th Heather's twin sister, Colleen, celebrated her 23rd birthday in a special way by delivering a truck full of toys to SickKids hospital to honour sister. Check out how she did it here. 

Thank you Leonardo family for letting us capture and share your memories.

(Please take a minute and check out Toys in Honour of Heather as well.)