July, 24th, 2024
It was love at first sight for Taryn Delanie Smith and her husband, Alec Castillo. The former Miss New York pageant star met Castillo, a personal trainer, when she walked into his Seattle gym at age 19.
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I’ve had the honor of documenting this precious family since their own parenting journey began, and I am so excited for Jake & Missy to welcome their second little boy into the world, and for sweet Alexander to become a big brother. Missy, my wish for you today is that you’ll soak up these last few weeks as a family of three, savoring the small moments that will forever be changed once Baby Boy #2 makes his appearance. When he does arrive, he will change your world – only for the better.



If you could have one superpower, what would it be? It’s a loaded question, I know. My answer has evolved over the years. The ability to fly (hello. 5 year old self.) The ability to heal. The ability to cook a decent meal. There are lots of superpowers I wouldn’t mind having. However, motherhood has recently shaped a new superhuman desire; the ability to traverse time.
