BIG MOOD: Aran’s Senior Session




Okay y’all… let’s talk about Aran. Senior. Football player. Cocke County pride.

Nicknamed Big Mood—and let me tell you, it FITS.


He’s quiet, but you know the strong, solid type when you meet one. Not a man of many words, but when you’re around him, you just feel it—he’s a good one. Respectful. Kind. The kind of kid you can tell is being raised right. His momma and dad came along for the session, and it was honestly the sweetest thing. You could feel how proud they are of him, and the love? Off the charts.


Oh—and snacks? Covered. 😂 They pulled out a bag of goodies for one of the shots and it might’ve just been my favorite moment. Instant personality.


Now, here’s where I absolutely lost it:

He turned on music.

But not just any music.

NELLY.

Like… early 2000s, little-girl-me-singing-in-the-mirror Nelly. My inner tween with butterfly clips and low-rise jeans was SCREAMING. I couldn’t have curated a better playlist if I tried. Ten outta ten music taste, Aran. Ten. Outta. Ten.


He rocked his football gear and we got strength, grit, and all the Big Mood energy. He lifts weights (I mean, look at him), hits hard, and is gearing up for one heck of a senior season.


Aran, you’re going places. Wishing you the strongest season yet. Hit hard and play with heart! I can't wait to hear the stories from the season next time we meet up!

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