Catching Up (again!)

35{365} Beat

I had a little trouble finding some inspiration for this prompt, which is crazy, because Liam is a little dancer, moving to any beat he hears. This little roller plays music as it rolls and I took a photo of him dancing to the 'beat'. He gets excited when the music plays and he starts dancing and puts his arms up, but forgets that the roller is in his hand and the music stops when he puts his arms up. (Also, I took it two days late, for anyone who notices that Liam is wearing the same clothes in two of the photos in this post. Oops.)

36{365} Nap

Naptime for Liam was over before I realized that I needed to get a picture of 'nap', so, I just snapped one of Zoey taking a nap. (With my phone...I wasn't feeling so movivated this day. Eh, oh well.)

 

37{365} Backlit

Liam and Roxy, softly lit from behind. The afternoon light that comes through our patio doors into the kitchen is soft and perfect for taking photos, which is why I take a lot of close-up photos on my table.

38{365} Use Your Senses

I could not figure which of the five senses I was going to highlight today. But, Liam came through for me. He found a baby gift I am sending to a friend and got this out of the bag. We love Sophie Giraffe in our house (Thanks, Jenny!); she was one of Liam's first favorites and has become one of my go-to gifts for a new mom.  I think one of the reasons she is such a well-loved toy is because she appeals to all five senses. Thanks for pulling through for Mommy, Liam!

39{365} More Than One

When we went to the Ostrich Farm last weekend, we went into the Lorikeet Forest where the Rainbow Lorikeets fly freely and land on you (!!!) to eat nectar from a cup you hold. This was one of my worst nightmares come true: I do not like birds. But, after I conquered my fear, it was actually a very neat experience. I took this photo of the birds lined up on the fence with this exact prompt in mind. How's that for planning ahead.

Hello February!

32{365} Heartfelt Sentiments

One of my favorite mementos is a small photo album that holds several index cards. At all of my bridal showers, everyone who attended filled out a card with either words of wisdom for the bride or a letter to the bride; one shower was even words to describe the bride. This album will forever be special to me because the women who filled out the index cards each hold a place in my heart.

33{365} Shadows

Of course the prompt on Groundhog Day would be 'shadow'. Good thing we have a lot of sun here! This picture was on a trip to Rooster Cogburn Ostrich Ranch. I love that it contains both Liam and Daddy's shadows. (And Liam's little arms and legs in this picture make me grin! He was on a mission!)

 

34{365} A Pop of Red

I have heard that when you see red, you should take a picture of it. This isn't anything too spectacular,  but it's a sight I see every day. And I love the pops of red against an otherwise boring background.  

 

 

Today is my brother's 21st birthday and I am wishing we could be home to celebrate with him. This is the time when I am more homesick than anything, when we miss out on family togetherness. I'm just thankful to be part of such a loving family. Happy birthday, bud. We love you! 

 

Liam and Uncle Patrick (and Jade, too!)

Dec 2012

 

 

 

 

On the Thirds

31{365} On the Thirds

On the Thirds was our technical prompt for the month and I was not aware of what it meant, but after I researched it, it makes a lot of sense. I snapped this photo while the guys were walking to get a cart at Target, and while it might be a bit of a stretch to fit this rule, I'm using it. Plus, it's a picture of my favorite people in the world. In my eyes, it's perfection.