086/365
My sweet girl...again! She wore this outfit only once. She's ready to move up sizes again, this time a little early.
Thursday, March 31, 2011
Day 86
086/365
My sweet girl...again! She wore this outfit only once. She's ready to move up sizes again, this time a little early.
Day 85
085/365
My baby is so sweet all the time, but especially when sleeping. He's wrapped in love...sleeping on the dolphin Pillow Pet his sister gave him when she was born, snuggling under Mimi's new train quilt, curled up beside the Thomas pillow case she made him. Snuggled in Love.
Will was touched that I took his picture when he was asleep. He likes to hear that we come in and kiss him while he is sleeping. After he saw this, he kept asking me to sneak in and take another picture.
Day 84
084/365
Will's first soccer (or official sports of any kind) practice. It was 38 degrees and misty. Yuck! But he kept that look of pure joy on his face the whole time. Love this boy!!! I think we are as excited about soccer as he is.
Day 82
082/365
We became a Mac family about 3 years ago and never looked back. Obviously we love them if they warrant a 365 photo!
Wednesday, March 30, 2011
Day 81
081/365
When all else fails, if you can grab a smile, it's worth capturing!
Look at those baby blues!
Day 78
078/365
The Super Moon
It was big and beautiful!
The last shot I took of the moon like this was during the Moon Festival while I was waiting for my first baby. I was thinking about him being half way across the world under the same moon.(Break into "Somewhere Out There" now.)
Our back porch is definitely not the best spot for sky shots, but on a cold evening I can't really ask the kids and hubby to wait in the car while I scope out a good shot. This one's definitely not perfect, so it also made me wish for a much longer zoom. But doubt I will ever shoot anything as far away as the moon, so my lenses will suffice for now!
Monday, March 28, 2011
Saturday, March 19, 2011
Day 76
076/365
Happy Saint Patties Day! (In case you were wondering, tired and hungry little girl leprechauns don't take St. Patties pictures very well!)
Friday, March 18, 2011
Day 75
075/365
I stated a few posts back how much I love my mother. I really appreciate it when she poses because I know how much she hates it. And when someone doesn't want to pose, they really don't cooperate for very long. Case in point.
I could have had a bunch of good photos, but I only had a couple minutes to work with a woman who, although quite beautiful, refuses to give a good smile and continues to say, "Are we done yet?" I believe the fact that she seldom shops for herself or puts on makeup makes her self conscious.
I also see myself becoming more like her every day. So I am trying to Fight the Power and do a little for myself now and then. Because at the end of my life I don't want to look back and have people say, "Now who was it that shot all these pictures?" With the powerful tool of the delete button under my finger tips, that could very easily happen, and does frequently.
Here's to hoping that while the adorable little girl in this photo realizes the value of inner beauty, she never stops taking care of herself. May she maintain the true beauty that she is on the inside and out. A lesson her mother needs to be modeling!
P.S. Mom, you are beautiful!
Day 74
074/365
My sister Pam asked me the other day if Gemma had worn the shirt that she had gotten her for Christmas. We have more 3-6 month clothes than any other size, so no, she hadn't worn it just yet. (I will be kind here and not bring up the most ADORABLE outfit that I bought my nephew, Josh, that he never wore!) I also knew I wanted Gemma to wear her "My Aunt Rocks" shirt when Pam would be around to see it. Pam came today and she even happened to be wearing a solid shirt that wouldn't clash, so boom...photo opportunity! It was perfect since the Rock Star set up was still around. Pam, a.k.a. Aunt Jo, thanks for being a Rock Star!
Day 73
073/365
My mom stayed with me a few days. I can count on 2 or 3 fingers the number of times she has done this. I love it when she does. I just wish I hadn't had so much to do!
Mom was a good sport and posed for a photo, although I doubt that I know anyone who hates having her picture made as much as she does!
This is how I frequently think of Mom, with her nose in a book. Although we like different genres (no vampire fiction for her!) I attribute my love of reading to Mom. Thanks Mom!
P.S. Love those crazy glasses!
Day 72
072/365
Mom and Dad came into town today to watch the kids so we could do a few things. One of those things was take engagement photos. I don't know if this was my very favorite photo, but I do like it quite a lot!
Day 71
071/365
This was, hands down, one of my favorite photo shoots ever. Will is a true Rock Star! I have been wanting to do this shoot for 2 years now. Other rock star outfits have come and gone. But here, finally, is my rock star...definitely worth the wait!
Day 70
070/365
There is certain state of awakening that makes Gemma puff out her cheeks and look like a little angel. I missed the cheek puffing by a hair, but the angelic face is still present!
Day 69
069/365
This was part of a set of photos made to commemorate John's Carhartt coat before he finally threw it away. I had been encouraging him to pitch it for a while, but he finally caved in when the hole in the pocket became embarrassing. The photos were taken on garbage night.
Will jumped in the photos with John since he too has a Carhartt. I found it at Lil' Lambs Consignment Sale and knew John would want him to have it.
Aren't my boys adorable?!
Saturday, March 12, 2011
Day 67
067/365
Any excuse for a party! We tried to eat Cajun for Mardis Gras, but the line was out the door, so we ended up at a pizza joint we don't normally go to. When you can't celebrate the way you want, you can always stage a photo! Unfortunately, Will keeps asking when we get to eat the cake so he can find the baby and win. Next year, Will. Next year.
Day 65
065/365
From a photo shoot of a sweet little girl and her family. Gotta love tutus and pearls!
Saturday, March 5, 2011
Day 62
062/365
I love consignment sales. This little outfit was one of my favorite finds today. It's from France. I'm pretty sure it's never been worn either since the purse was still attached to the outfit with one of those little plastic thingys. Don't ask me specifically what makes it French, but it definitely gives off a French vibe.
Although I've been fortunate enough to visit France twice, I have never owned a French outfit. It somehow seems fitting that my daughter does. One of my wishes for my children is that they have the opportunity to travel and explore this amazing and diverse world of ours. France must be on the list of places to stop!
Another thing that makes this a must-have photo? We considered making Gemma's middle name Rose after her grandmother. When she sees her in this outfit, she can consider it a little tribute.
Wednesday, March 2, 2011
Day 60
060/365
I can't believe it's been 60 days already! I haven't had much trouble taking a photo every day. If only I could apply the same resolve to a healthy living resolution, I'd be set!
The above is a photo we took today for a local dentist's website, Dr. John M. Falace, DMD. I enjoy action shots! Commercial work is fun too, especially when it involves people.
Day 59
059/365
Will had his 4 year old check-up today. I snapped the photo with my iPhone. (Which I loooove by the way. We're Apple junkies! I feel a little like I'm showing off when I use it, but if you get the older version, it's not pricey. I'm not interested in video chat anyway. Not too flattering from this end of the phone, if you ask me!)
Back to the subject, Will loved the gown and wanted to take one home with him for when he's playing doctor. We instead ended up with a free book. :) Can't have it all!
Notice he is smiling in the photo. It wasn't more than a minute later when he realized there would be shots involved and he quickly changed his tune!
Day 58
058/365
Today was a big day--Gemma's baby dedication and Will's family birthday party. Since Will already had a few birthday celebration photos up, I opted for Gemma's dedication. Although I took tons of photos due to the double celebration, this photo was taken by a friend at church who was also dedicating his baby. We were up front praying for Gemma when this photo was taken. I am so happy to be part of a church that makes the baby/child dedication extra special since our children are so precious to both us and God!
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