Some Favorite Photos

Ode to my Joey

And one that really speaks the truths of my heart!

I love this photo. (a little sad that it couldn't be clearer) But, Joey came and found us on our photo excursion through the woods on Saturday. I asked Trevor if he'd get a picture of mom and dad on the four wheeler. (hehehe) I've secretly wanted a half decent photo of the two of us for as long as I can remember. I've digitally tweaked it to the best of my ability because despite it being a bit blurry... it's exactly what I wanted...

He usually hates the camera so much that when I do get a picture of him, it's never a natural smile... actually it's not really any kind of a smile... it's that hunny bunny in headlights look that makes me feel guilty for even trying... I'm secretly tickled that I could use pink on a page with him too. Ugh, I hope I'm not ruining my chances of EVER getting another photo with him! :-)

Here's the journaling, (if you're interested)
For all the times he steps up and does things that he doesn't have to, like preparing dinners, cleaning the kitchen, getting the kids situated for bed and even going after the water they notoriously ask for once they are in bed... For all the dreams that he brings to life around our house... like the kitchen upgrade, the tile floors, the new mantle and the million other little honey do's... For all the times that he puts our needs above his own, which is not infrequent. For all the times that he truly listens to an opinion that he doesn't share but realizes the value it has for another and all the times he jumps to say he's sorry when he's not the only one in the wrong. He is quick to make things better... He is a rare find, a wonderful father, my best friend... so generous and loving... For this and so many other reasons... I love this man...

I used Carrie Stephens Love Potion set from Scrapbookgraphics or Fishscraps.. I also used her brushes from the Smorgasbord release. (I just stroked the outline of one of them)

New layouts!

We took off on a 4 wheeler excursion / photo shoot on Saturday and I was so excited about my photos that I had to get to scrappin right away. I'm so excited about the fall pics... Last week would have been better, but we did manage to catch some fall color and found the day quite enjoyable!

This is the first layout with Trevor. He was a fantastic poser. Of course, I was bribing the both of them with fruit gummies so he'd smile, I'd snap the photo and he'd announce that he'd like grape this time or cherry...

Whatever works, right?

I used Shawna Clingerman's Grey Day set.

Kaitlyn was jumping about in front of the bushes for me and I found the perfect set to convey her energy. This is Maya's Zany set. I couldn't resist the googly eyes and the bright fun colors contrasted to the black and white...

Can you believe that I am sitting in my living room with boxes and boxes of Christmas stuff around me? I had hoped to decorate this week but work has been so crazy that I couldn't afford the time off. I've requested Wed-Fri though so by this weekend, my house will be the twinkling vision of Christmas! I don't suppose that'll ever happen if I'm sitting here typing to my blog though... Hmmm... Gotta dash! :-)