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Silhouette

He’s probably the sweetest member of our family. He’s been with us for only five months less than Ash has (almost 10 years!). They’ve grown up together and because of that, he doesn’t mind being around little kids. Adults on the other hand. . . We’ve been feeding him for ten years and he’s stillContinue reading “Silhouette”

Baking Time

I mentioned that Daddy is so good with spending time with his girls. He’s even good in the kitchen. And there’s always goodies to taste afterwards. I love lifestyle photography. You don’t have to have a large living space to make lifestyle photography work. This kitchen was a tiny galley kitchen. Fortunately it had thisContinue reading “Baking Time”

Time for a Christmas Story

Their bond is so special to me. I pray that it’s as special to them when they grow up. I was practicing shooting at non-normal angles and I’m so glad I got this one. The focus isn’t so great, but the sentiment and action are priceless. I sharpened it and reduced the noise to helpContinue reading “Time for a Christmas Story”

Washing away

After her first Nutcracker recital, she came home and washed the night’s makeup off her face. An 8-year old standing in the bathroom, but I’m sure if I had looked in the mirror I would have seen a teenager. Washing away the years. The original had a lot going on around the edges. I croppedContinue reading “Washing away”

Learning to Read

As a homeschooler, I say this with all the love in the world — it’s a blessing and a curse to be the one to teach your child to read. Maybe it’s only control freaks that have issues. I thought I would poke my eyes out with pencils before we got the hang of reading.Continue reading “Learning to Read”

Excuse me, Sir

We visited the FDR Memorial in Washington, D.C. and decided that the exhibits would be better as interactive ones. These men are waiting in a soup line during the Great Depression. I’m guessing Ash is going ask if she can cut in line. I decided to crop a little to tighten the subject. Turning itContinue reading “Excuse me, Sir”