Meet Sam…

Posted on October 17, 2008 by Amanda

He looks harmless, right? According to a certain toddler living in our home, he’s a pretty scary dude. Even after repeated “introductions” wherein we point out his eyes, nose, mouth, and hair and even give him kisses, Calder remains rather uncertain of this scarecrow.

At one point I simply said the word “scarecrow” which incited the same scared response. Arms pulled back and high on his chest, backpeddling and raised eyebrows. Now, we call him “Sam” which he seems to be less afraid of.

So, I’m guessing that if this freaks him out, taking him trick-or-treating would likely be tragic. This might be a good year to stay home and hand out candy instead.

Theme Thursday ~ Fall

Posted on October 16, 2008 by Amanda

The weather has been simply marvelous lately. The slight bite to the air warrants a comfy sweatshirt or chunky sweater, but the warmth of the sun affords mid-afternoon walks, crunching through the leaves, or enjoying a few more back-and-forths on the swing.

While I’m well aware that flip-flops aren’t the most practical, supportive, or fashionable shoes, they are a staple I’ve grown to love. The fact that I can still wear them well into October is happiness indeed.

This was a test shot I took for my first “official” photoshoot for some friends. I thought the colors were too pretty to toss into the recycle bin.

Taken at dusk and perhaps photographically unimpressive, I can’t help but smile when I see those chubby cheeks. Knowing his upturned eyes are gazing admiringly at his daddy makes my heart flutter!

Drop by Stacy’s for more Theme Thursday!

Fall Friday

Posted on October 10, 2008 by Amanda

I must say I’ve been completely and pleasantly surprised thus far by my precious daughter’s nighttime sleeping habits. I was fully prepared to make it until the 8-month mark (the age at which my sweet son decided to sleep through the night) and instead have waited only until 8 weeks! Granted, I’m sure there will be nights here and there…but wow, a full night of rest does wonders for the soul!

Add that to a great morning, and a day when hubs gets to come directly home after school and the near-70s weather, and it was a fabulous Friday! We took a walk, made a trip to drop off recycling, came home and got dinner started while we played on the deck and I held a mini photo shoot with Seneca. She’s finally over her little bout of baby acne, and I believe the cradle cap is under control now too. Plus, she’s smiling and cooing like crazy. She seems to be growing too fast!

I snapped a handful of shots, but here’s the one that I think is the keeper out of the bunch! We’ll keep trying…I have a feeling she won’t be hurting when it comes to finding a few pictures for her “All About Me” poster come school time!

Best Shot Monday ~ Cider Mill Fun

Posted on October 6, 2008 by Amanda

We couldn’t have asked for more perfect weather for our trip to Uncle John’s Cider Mill on Saturday. It was great fall fun and it gave us a chance to hang out with our friends for a while too!

Driving a tractor…