Photo Thursdays -- Family Photos: Jamie

Because it seems impossible for me to get things posted in a reasonable time otherwise, I'm going to try and make myself somewhat of a schedule.  Obviously there is nothing that could top Crafty Tuesdays, but I'm going to aim for "photo thursdays" as a way to try and post some of the bazillion photos I have waiting.  We'll see how long it lasts...until at least February perhaps?

Due to time limitations, I didn't get as many family sessions in during the fall as I had originally hoped, but I did manage to squeeze in a few.  This is Jamie and her trio of handsome men...

Photography Time!

Because life has been so crazy lately, one of the things that I haven't had/made much time for lately is photography. I absolutely love it, but I have a hard time finding time in my schedule to do many photo sessions. :(

But the fall is a popular time for family pictures, and I absolutely LOVE fall photo shoots, so I was thrilled that I could find some time for a few this month.

First was the adorable Marshall family. Because the winter was so cold here last year, and then the summer and fall were so unusually warm, the leaves have not changed to the vibrant colors that they normally do. Even still, I thought that these turned out pretty well!














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Best Shot Monday - Happiness

Back from a long (and unintended) hiatus, these are my best shots from last week:

A rare sunny and non-frigid December day... It doesn't get much better than that...

Best Shot Monday - Memories

Sometimes there is nothing like finding some photos you had forgotten all about to brighten up your Monday...

And my best shot:

Best Shot Monday: Quality Time

You all were so kind to me last week with all my ramblings and combining of things. There are no words to thank you - really, it was just what I needed.

I am happy to report that I am not yet behind on schoolwork and that I am still loving my new job. The only thing that was still rough was that I wasn't spending enough time with the boys. Because when a two year old is calling to listen to you on your voicemail message, you know that things could stand to be improved.

I don't have it all figured out yet, but I sure am trying.

But last week things finally fell into a better place -- the weather was amazing, and I got to spend some quality time with the boys; time that was every bit as much for me as it was for them! And we got to spend a little time with our favorite friends too - Sarah, Jacob, and Ben (or, as we refer to them, SJB). And while it might have just been a 30 minute trip to the park, the excellent quality MORE than made up for the lacking in quantity.

And these are my favorite shots from last week -- the pure joy of a little quality time.

For more quality moments from last week, see what everyone else has to share at Tracey's!

Summary Saturday: Project 365, Week 25

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Wordless Wednesday: A rose by any other name would smell as sweet

For more Wordless Wednesday posts, see here and here!

Theme Thursday - Fun

This week's theme is fun - yay! Who doesn't love fun?! I certainly do!

Here a few pictures that represent fun from Tuesday. The fact that we can be outside and play without coats and snow is the most fun of all...


The neighbors have a trampoline, and since all the big kids are at school all day, we have free reign over the jumping!


Although I don't have a picture of it, Bennett's favorite thing to do is have me hold him and then jump as high as I can. Sounds safe, no? My favorite thing to do is flips, but there aren't any pictures of those. Too bad - you should all be impressed that I can do those withouth killing myself!


And we love playing at the park. And what's not to love about being able to wrestle around with your friends and NOT get into trouble for it? Watching little boys is seriously like watching bear cubs paw at and roll around with each other.





Now head run right over to Stacy's to see what other FUN things people have been up to. Because everyone knows that anything is more fun if you RUN rather than WALK to do it.

Best Shot Monday - Classic Moments

Is there anything more classic than the joy of a warm spring afternoon at the park, after a long, cold, grey winter?








Spring shows up every year, and every year I'm only too glad to welcome it, as if I were afraid it might forget to come. Lucky for me, that Mother Nature has an excellent memory. She might show up a bit late, but she always makes it.

For more classic moments, see other Best Shots at Tracey's!

Theme Thursday - Before and After

This week's theme is Before and After. I will be the first to admit that while I don't use photoshop much, I do use it for some minor fixes. I also spend all day with toddlers. Both photoshop and toddlers are places were just a few minor changes can make a HUGE difference.

See?

Before:


After:

Why yes, that is Bennett fighting with his friend on the playground.


And seconds after that:

It is clearly unfortunate to be in time out at the playground. Who knew that rules about being nice to your friends applied everywhere?


And a few seconds after that?

Ben went to keep Bennett company during his time out. He was very sympathetic.


But fear not. As the emotions of little people change on a dime, all was forgiven rather quickly.

At least until the next time...

For some great before and after, head to Stacy's!