Easter

We had a great 2nd Easter with Mia Grace. She knew exactly what to do! It was too cute! I also took the opportunity to play with some different subjects other than Mia, so you all know I can take pics of other kids too:) I love the pics of the boys! Here are a few of my favs.

picking a dandilion to blow!
Examining the "loot"
My favorite from this bunch! Not one silly face and so natural looking.

Oklahoma (Life)

Mike and I got to get away on our first trip away from Mia Grace (We survived!). We had planned to go to Arkansas with Matt and Kelsie and do a little backpacking, but we had several little mishaps before leaving. First, Kelsie's flight from California was cancelled, then I found out my grandmother and favorite person in the world (http://loveaffairwithanangel.blogspot.com) was not doing well, and to top it off, the Arkansas got over a foot of rain! So, needless to say, we changed plans and headed to Oklahoma instead, which cut our drive time in half. We camped out in luxury, took a few short little day hikes, ate awesome meals over the stove, and had amazing conversation over a smokey :) fire. It was a total blast and Mike and I can't wait to go on plenty more trips with Matt and Kels. Love you guys! Here are the favs from the trip. As you can tell, Matt and Kels were my little practice models.

The gang. On our way down the "mountain". taken by a random guy, not too bad except we have no feet! Processed Crystal D. style of course.

Relaxing by the lake (secret shots)



Our second day hike

By far my favorite pic of the trip. Look at those colors I pulled out of that rock!
Mike actually took this one. Good job, I love it!
On our way up Mount Baldy (a gigantic mountain :) )

My second fav of the trip (close race with the feet pic). I love catching candid shots and I love this old school texture look.

Model Matt ... He and Mike kept us girls laughing the whole time
Gimmicky I know, but we couldn't resist.

the Zoo.

Aunt Loree and I took the girls to the zoo for the first time. We had such a great time and couldn't have dreamed of better weather. It was overcast with a slight breeze. Ashtyn and her friend Peyton came with us and braved the two little ones. We really had so much fun! Here are a "few" of my favorites from the day. It was hard to choose because I took so many.

This is my favorite picture of the day BY a mile ... it could be one of my all time favs. Look at Emilee Ann's face. It is hysterical. I am putting an 8x10 of this on my bathroom mirror, so I will wake up with a smile every day! Sorry I made you take so many pictures Emilou. Click on top of the picture and it will enlarge for your FULL enjoyment.



This is Emilee's classic smile. I'm glad I caught this candid moment, instead of another CHEESE face!

A fav for sure.

Aunt Loree let Mia Grace sit on TOP of the stroller.
Emilee touching a bird!


Ashtyn's making her smile!

Look at those raised eyebrows

New Lens!

I am SO excited! I got my first professional lense (50mm f1.8) right before we left for Houston this weekend. It is amazing and completely helps me get the desired effect I've been trying to get forever. I am now completely obsessed ... as if it could get any worse. I will never get tired of taking photos of Mia Grace. While I love doing mini-shoots with her, my real joy comes from following her around and capturing her life as she lives it. I know she will really appreciate all the pictures one day (and if she doesn't, I certainly will!)
Here are the photos from our trip to Houston (totally out of order, whoops) for a friend's wedding. We stayed with Mike's friend from college and his wife. They were so hospitable and BRAVE to have us for the weekend. As you can see, they are expecting a little girl in May!

Tara, Will, Mike and Mia Grace at the park

A few photos I snapped at the wedding. I LOVE this photo of Mia Grace and Tommy (the bride's nephew). Tommy is only 5 weeks older than Mia Grace. His mom, Adrienne, and I have become great long distance friend's through email, believe it or not!

She's checking him out, I love the head tilt ... how cute!

A quick attempt at a family shot.

Mike and I guided at Wilderness Ranch with David and Adrienne (brother and sister-in-law of the bride).

This could quite possibly be one of favorite photos of all time ... and I can't believe I was the photographer! I am not bragging. You will see what I mean. Try clicking on the image to enlarge it for your complete viewing pleasure!

Just look at his face! He looks completely stunned ... complete with drool and all! I can't help but think of Adam when I see this photo. This must be what he looked like after God created Eve and he layed eyes on her for the first time. Priceless. I have been trying to come up with a title/caption for it. So, leave me a comment with what you think I should title it. The winner might just be in for a little treat!

Adrienne took this photo for me (with a little love, me style processing of course). Thanks A for taking this photo! Great Job by the way, I love it!

These last few are from the way to Houston on Friday. We stopped half way to let Mia Grace play for a bit. I have never seen her be so wild on the playground. I guess that's what 3 hours in a car seat will do to ya! This was my very first go with my new lense (in full sun, yikes!). What do you think?