The Love Story series are pieces written by real women, posted with some of their Boudoir photos. They are sharing with you their Body Love Journey and their experience with Leaf & Lace.

The following interview is with Kelli Bout.

Tell me about your Body Love Journey so far & what inspired you to do a Boudoir Shoot.

I have turned 40 recently and this body of mine is deserving of all the love and over the last 10 years I've been focusing more on what my body can do, rather than what it looks like.

I found Leaf & Lace on Instagram, and what Shelby and her page embodies really made sense to me.

Describe your shoot experience. How did you feel before/during/after your session?

I felt comfortable and relaxed and in love with my body. I was actually really excited for my session and I wasn't disappointed!

What advice would you give to anyone thinking about booking a session of their own?

To take a leap of faith, and put your trust on Shelby, trust the process. It is SO worth it! I feel more empowered and I no longer focus on what my body is lacking, only what it is capable of. Focus on your happiness, fuel your body, love your body, embrace every inch of it.

Write a Love Letter to your body.

Dear body, you have helped me move, helped me grow my babies and you've only ever shown me love. I just needed to listen more. I'm so glad I'm still here loving my journey over the years.