A few more...

Thought I would add a few more from our promo shoot. I wish I could get my 8 year old to love the camera, think of all the great shots I could get of all three of my kiddos, *sigh.*

Addi & Ethan

A fellow photographer friend and I took my youngest 2 out to an open field to do promo shots for an upcoming Easter Photo Event. We were able to get some great shots and I'm so proud of Addi for being such a great poser. I only wish Blaise, my 8 year old would enjoy pictures. He would rather sit in a bath of ice cubes before doing a photo shoot. Maybe he will grow out of this stage eventually :)

Rainy Days

Since we have learned that we can't beat the rain here in the wonderful state of Washington, we have decided to make the best of it. Below is one of the things we occasionally do when we can't go outside. We take a bowl and fill it with warm water and dish soap. I then find some spare change and I let the kiddos scrub the change with some old toothbrushes. I know it may seem silly to some of you, but it kept them entertained for over an hour. They loved it! Of course my 8 year old chooses to play Club Penguin on the Internet from time to time when the rain conquers all.

Ethan

The weather here in Washington is predictably rainy during the winter months so I've waited to do Ethan's 2 year pictures until now. I'm only 2 months behind :) He is at the age where he says, "no," and will turn his back when the camera is in his view. Whew, what a fun session. I'm so happy to have these memories, I'm thinking we will look back at them and smile one day!

Visiting with my Southern Friends

What a great visit I had with my college friends. I miss hanging out with them and was extremely sad when the night was over. We laughed, talked and ate some great appetizers. It's times like this when I'm around good friends and family that I get homesick. I'm already looking forward to the next time I can see them.

My Sister

My Sister and I have taken many photos over the years, but this has to be one of my favorites. I am going to get it printed and find a good home for it in my house!

Christmas Vacation In the South Part III

Here are some pictures of Christmas at my parent's house. It was fun, loud, and filled with lots of yummy food! This is a time where we all get to spend the day together and catch up on the latest news. My sister and two brothers and all of our children running around like they ate a pound of sugar.

The big "2"

My youngest turned 2 while we were visiting my family during the Holidays so we made a mini celebration and he was able to enjoy his mini cake. He is so much fun, and just watching him makes me smile!

Christmas Vacation In the South Part II

Here are pictures from another family get-together in which there were 40+ people in attendance. What a wonderful time and it was great visiting with all of our relatives. Did I mention that the potluck style meal was INCREDIBLE. John and I were talking about how that meal was one of the best meals that we have had in a VERY long time. There is no place like the South.

Christmas Vacation In the South Part I

Here are some random photos from my Grandmother's House as we celebrated Christmas together as a family. It was so nice to spend time with everyone, and always food was the central focus :). We can't wait to go back!

P R E C I O U S!

I have to say my heart dropped when I walked into the room and say Addi with my niece and nephew sleeping soundly together. How sweet is this picture. Made me miss my family even more and to think of all the slumber parties we could have if we were all close. They were on each others heels the whole time we were there, literally!

El Porton

We were all excited to eat at El Porton, one of our favorite's. They have the best chips and salsa, among other things :). We had so much fun visiting with our favorite people and was able to do it all at once. This will definitely have to be a tradition every year we go back to the South. Thanks El Porton, you made us proud!