Happy Mother's Day

This our new little nephew.  Can't get enough of those big brown eyes!  He is the first cousin on my husband's side of the family!!!  We have waited a long time for this little buddy!  I thought it was fitting to post these (since I'm up :) on Mother's Day!  Loren you are such a great mom.  I love your little family and wish we could see you guys much more!  And all I can say is kiss those cheeks for me! EVERY DAY!!!

And I'd also like to thank my wonderful Mother.  I'm so lucky to have her. I'm so grateful for her much improved health and that she is still here!!  I'm so happy that you love and enjoy my kids.  They love you so much too!  Thanks for listening to me, and brightening each day of my life!

Also my Mother-in-Law.  Thank you for your ever-positive attitude.  We love you so much!  Thank you for your patience and love for our children.  You are a great example to me.

And one last thing...Thanks to my children.  The good and the frustrating.  I know they teach me more than I could ever teach them.  Thanks for your patience and forgiveness when I fall short. Thanks for sweet notes, giant hugs, and helpful attitudes. And don't grow up so fast!

 

 

Spring

Finally some nice weather!!  We had a fun time just playing and capturing the joys of being five.  She was adorable and LOVED getting her picture taken!

Madalynn & Austin

This is my niece again.  Now she's getting married!  I'm so excited for her and Austin.  Congratulations you two!  I'm off to mail your CD so you can get some invitations done, but I thought I'd post these now so you have a sneak peak!  Love you!

Sugar and Spice and Everything Nice

This little princess was absolutely perfect!!  I loved every minute of taking her pictures!  I would just keep her, but she has four older brothers---finally a girl and I don't think any of them would go for that plan!  Oh well.  Love, luv this family! 

PS.  Please leave comments!  I'd love to hear what you think too!

Stella

So glad this little angel is here!  I had a lot of fun taking her pictures.  It was amazing seeing a little of each of her older siblings in her.  It just depended on the moment, but she is definitely in the right family...although I'll take her any time!!!

Precious Innocence

I love taking portraits!  Look at this beautiful family.  What a fun, sunny day in January!  I loved the sweet curiosity of the girls.  I tried to get the formal family poses, but I love to see what happens when you just let kids do their thing.  Who knew weeds were so entertaining :) Thanks you guys!

Leap Day!!

Here is Miss Bekah!  She is heading off on a mission to Detroit, Michigan tomorrow February 29, 2012!  How awesome for this adventure to begin on Leap Day!  I'm so happy to know her and her family.  She will be missed.  Good luck Bek!