{Matilda Jane}

I'm having my Matilda Jane trunk show this Thursday from 4 -7 pm (so if you'd like to come, drop me a message and I'll give you directions to my home).  As I make preparations for the party (there's lots to do!!), I've been thinking back to those first moments when I discovered this beautiful clothing company several years ago.  Here's my Olivia wearing the first dress we bought (which actually fits more like a top now, but when she first wore it, it was a dress!).  It's getting a little snug around the chest and the straps really don't have much more left over to knot, so I think we'll be packing away this little gem until Laela is a bit bigger.  I shouldn't complain; Olivia wore this dress for almost 2 1/2 years!

{Sweet Funky Vintage}

 

Just a few photos from my recent shoot for Sweet Funky Vintage.  I was so excited to be asked to photograph their spring line.  I just love the colors--so vibrant and fun!  I met my good friend and fellow photographer Kimberly at this adorable little diner, and boy, did we have fun photographing the kids.  As you can see, they were well "paid" for their efforts though!  : )

{Mommy Kisses}

People sometimes ask me how I am able to schedule photo sessions around the holidays when life is inevitably already quite hectic.  And while I must admit I do limit myself quite a bit here regarding photography because nothing will replace those holiday memories I create with my children, I do leave space for newborn sessions.  Why?  It's quite simple, actually...For capturing moments like these.

{Happy Winter}

Happy winter everyone!

{A little Glam for the Holidays}

For Laela's 6 month pictures, I wanted to remember her chubby belly and rolly arms in a sophisticated baby-glam sort of way.  (Gosh, the English teacher in me absolutely hates the construction of that sentence, but the mom in me is quite proud of expressing exactly what is in my head!)  People are constantly telling me how much Laela looks like a baby doll--random people we run into at restaurants, the store, etc.  I think the photo on the right in particular captures this.  I just love, love, love these shots and though I know I say that often, I really do mean it this time (really, I do!).  And in case you're wondering, my good friend Shelley from Curly Girls Designs made this gorgeous fringed tutu.  Please check her out on etsy or facebook; she is seriously one of the most talented, creative women I know.  If you order anything (and you most surely will because her stuff is just too adorable to pass up!), let her know I sent you her way.

{What a Hoot!}

Wow, I just realized it has been quite a while since my last post.  And you faithful followers out there probably are wondering when I'm going to finish updating the blog, for as you can see right now, it is still a work in progress.  My main issue is that I keep changing my mind about the smaller details; I guess that happens when you encourage the creative juices full force.  The other big issue is time; we've been so busy with holiday fun and normal day-to-day stuff, that I just haven't made time to get on the computer.  So, until I finish my project, I'll leave you with a cute smile to hold you over.  This gorgeous hat was made by Sam at Happy Hooks Crochet; you can find her on etsy.  : )

{6 months}

It's hard to believe this little one is 6 months already.  Where has the time gone?  Try as I might, I can't seem to hold onto the moment.  I find myself snuggling her every chance I get.  This last week we had several appointments, so Aaron met me with Laela.  Boy, was it so nice to have that mid-day baby fix!  I told Aaron that if we could arrange this daily, I'd be in heaven (well, actually that's not entirely true...heaven would be spending all day long with my little ones).  But, as that is not in the cards for us, I will settle for what I can get and will keep plastering my office with photographs like these.  : )