Inspired (I added another pic)

This is the picture that sealed the deal for me.

I was so thankful I took the time to pull out my camera and catch this moment just the way it was.

Once I saw it I kicked myself for not catching more moments like this.

So I'm back in the saddle and snapping away.

Being so far from family sure puts things into perspective.

One thing I know for sure is Grandma's are very special things.

Photo project take 2

So despite how annoying it got pulling my camera out every day I MISS IT! I have looked back at my pictures I took through April and May and I'm in love with them. I remember what I was thinking with each and every one. It's like a journal written in code that only I can read:) So I've decided to start taking and posting daily pictures again. The only difference is there is no deadline, no end date, and no promises:) It's just for fun and really it's just for me anyways so if you like taking a peek into my ordinary life your in luck and if you don't than feel free to skip right past. I have a few pictures from the past week that I'll post but I'm not planning on posting anything till monday.

Palmyra

My Favorite Candid Shots

My favorite pictures are always the completely unplanned shots.

The ones that show real connections.

Love them!

If I had my way I would be a completely candid photographer.

I would love to just step in and be invisible at a family picnic, party, or dinner table.

{B} Family

Bittersweet

Pioneer Day Party

Just for Fun

{C} Boys

{C} Family

Fun in photoshop

I don't usually use photoshop for much more than a little sharpening and color correction but I had a litte fun with these. I'm loving the first one!

{T}

Babysitting

I got to watch this sweet cheeked boy on Monday and couldn't resist that face. It must be the mom in me but my favorite part of this picture is the left over squash on his face from his lunch.

I'll be back

So I still love the idea of daily photos I just wasn't loving mine. I was frustrated with the monotony and lack of quality. I want to keep pushing myself to improve and have some ideas for the near future. I even have a fun new toy to play with! It has me completely inspired.
Whats a post without a photo right.

My Baby is ONE!

I almost always prefer natural color pictures but in this case my lighting wasn't perfect. We were in heavy shadow and even with photoshop I couldn't get the skin tones right. So when in doubt try a funky edit:)

 I wasn't going to attempt taking my 2 1/2 year old's pictures but she was with us was actually giving me real smiles! Her Hair is a mess but oh well she is still stinking cute!