Practice makes... more practice!

My poor family... At least once a week-I dress them up and make them take more pictures. I am having fun playing with my new lenses and editing software. Ethan was a trooper...Jack ripped his jeans... and we think Lily Kate may need a tetanus shot from last night's photo shoot.

I'm a Big Kid Now!

The Cranberries

Okay, friends- I am sad. I was listening to the radio today during lunch. They said it was time to begin the "Retro Lunch Hour". Their first song was "Linger" by the Cranberries. Don't tell me that the Cranberries are retro. I will die if they play Pearl Jam or Dave Matthews on the oldies station. I saw the Cranberries in Deep Ellum in '94- that wasn't that long ago was it?

My Green Thumb

This post is for my dad. He is quite the gardener. I was trying to explain to him what my new "thriller, filler & spiller" creation looked like over the phone. Too hard. So, dad- here is my new front porch favorite. I spent all weekend working in the yard & loved it!

Better Late Than Never...

Ethan picked out a Romo jersey...

Jack opted for "under armor" (it's all the rage)

Lily Kate goes to a private school & has to wear a uniform... but she gets to show a little personality with her mermaid backpack!
School is back in full swing. These are the kids 1st day of school pics. We are officially back to our busy schedules with work, dance, guitar... I am wiped out- I don't know why it is all kinda kickin' my rear end. I guess it is just getting back into the swing of things. Don't forget about me- please keep coming to visit. I will be better about posting soon! Have a wonderful week!

What's in a name?

No more excuses! I'm going to do it! Photography is my what I love! I am starting my photography business. But I need your help- I am torn between Southern Exposures Photography and Newton Portrait Design. Vote and tell me what you think. I need to figure this out pronto!

We spent Labor Day weekend with the family. My sweet nieces and nephew let me take their pictures.

Bridgette the boxer

I would like to introduce you to our new puppy... Bridgette Barkley. We feel that it is necessary for our pets to have first and middle names. Our other dog is named Killer Gracie... but she just goes by Gracie.