The past couple of months have been a blur of excitement and events! I lead a pretty sedate pace of life, but sometimes things kick into overdrive--I'm sure you know exactly what I mean! Back in April we were pleased to welcome our sweet nephew to the family. As newbie Auntie and Uncle we were so excited to meet him...and we all got really sick...for 2 weeks...and missed the birth and the eagerly-awaited hospital visit. Boo germs! But on Easter Sunday we were well enough to gather with the family and meet this precious boy. I only got a few pics--I didn't want to be overbearing and, frankly, I wanted to snuggle him more than take his picture! I'm sure you can see why!
It seems like only yesterday that I was snuggling my own firstborn, and now he's a full 5 years old and such a joy to watch! We signed him up for tae kwon do shortly after his birthday and he is THRIVING in the art. I can't even begin to describe how cute it is to watch this little group of 4-6 year olds learning their commands and moves. I knew it would be good for Dman, but I don't think I expected him to enjoy it so much. I'm thrilled that he does! In May he experienced his first round of belt testing and earned his Minnow (what the little guys are called in his studio) yellow belt. We were so excited for him, and I think he was pretty proud of himself, too! Now we have to wait and see if Moo wants to join him once she turns 4, or if she will continue with dance. It's a tough decision!
May also brought another chance to play with a baby--this time with Miss K. She is the niece of one of my oldest and best friends, Megan. I had the pleasure of snapping some shots of Miss K when she was only 3 weeks old, and her family requested that I return to "play" again now that she's reached her 6 month mark. We had a blast! She is such a sweet girl and so easy-going. It was rather cool and windy, but Miss K didn't seem to mind at all. I think we captured her sweetness and her spunk--and her displeasure with doggie slobber. Can't say I blame her much, considering little Dyno is almost as big as she is (though neither are very imposing, haha). I'm very happy to say that I've already been chosen to photograph her at her one-year mark as well--and hopefully watch her grow and grow indefinitely!
This past month has been rounded out--pun intended--by a special visit up north to see another special friend. Megan and I ventured up I-5 to help host a baby shower for our best friend, Andrea. Andrea is not a fussy person--she is simple and organic, environmentally-conscious, down-to-earth with just enough humor and quirkiness that makes her touchable rather than haughty. We wanted to spoil her rotten and fuss over her--mission accomplished!! We gave her a girly-but-not-too-feminine shower to make sure she and her hubby are prepared to welcome their twin girls.
While there I was able to pin her down for some belly shots--she's on bedrest so she had no choice, muahahaha! Talk about lovely--she looks amazing at 31 weeks with twins. She looks amazing for 31 weeks of anything! I've known her since 4th grade, and when I was editing her captures I was in awe of the "glow" and the quiet joy that radiates from her. Never quite seen anything like it. No photographer (and I'm definitely no professional by any means) can add that to an image. I sure hope she enjoys the moments I captured for her!
Life appears to be slowing down for a bit in our household, at least for a little while! I'm excited for summer and the moments that are sure to come with it. How about you?
