What’s more delicious than the cheeks of a 1-year-old? Dressing those cheeks up in a tutu + a side of balloons!
(And is it weird that I’m jealous of a 1-year-olds closet? Srsly, like, just supersize everything for me please!)
Walking, jibber jabbing and trying her best to keep up with her big brother, this one is growing up too fast! Happy ONE year, lil Miss ‘L’!
Brother showed up after Preschool + had to join in on the fun!
Seeing that I’ve decided to retire from DIY birthdays, Simon blew out his candles at SkyMania this year. It was well worth having a place for the kids to bounce off the walls that wasn’t my house!
This kid is an active one. When he is not participating in Track, he’s playing Basketball or tearing it up in Running Club. The last 5K we ran as a family (let’s be real, I walked) he left us all in the dust!
Years ago when explaining to my boys about the different love languages, Simon was able to determine that one of the ways he felt most loved was ‘quality time’. This has proven to be true. This past year he is happiest when convincing one of us to play a board game or cuddling up together to read a book. His love of reading this year has blossomed and he often has 3 different books on the go.
This past year he has shown great resilience. New city, new school, new friends and for that I am so proud. Happy 8th Birthday!
Simon took his questions very seriously this year…
What is your favorite food? Caesar salad + spaghetti + meatballs
Favorite restaurant? Red Robin
Favorite animal? Panda
Favorite school subject? Math
Favorite sport? Track + Basketball
Best friends? Caleb, Jay, Hunter + Gryffen
What do you want to be when you grow up? I keep learning about new things but right now I want to be a teacher
Where would be a cool place to vacation next? I want to do Edmonton again
Where would you like to live someday? Canada
What makes you happy? Playing board games mostly
What would you do with a million dollars? Xbox One, Wii + the latest 3DS
How do you know we love you? Lots of hugs + kisses
What is the best thing about being 8? Finally for a few months, Noah + I are 2 years apart again
Our family has enjoyed getting to know Brian + Carla since we have moved to the Seattle area. They have been our go to people for where to go, how to get there, where to eat, + what sights to see. So basically our own personal google or yelp, not to mention house/dog/babysitter!
By the way they treat each other and those around them this child will be born into a home of great love + respect. I have no doubt they will be incredible parents and I can’t wait for it to be my turn to help them out!
I was excited when Karissa + Victoria contacted me about doing a fall shoot at the Washington Park Arboretum. It was a beautiful autumn day and every nook and cranny of the place was buzzing with photographers. Armed with a few outfits each, we braved its highly travelled trails.
I’m already looking forward to doing another shoot together with these beautiful ladies. Not only do I get to check out another fabulous location but get to see what creative outfits they’ve pulled together!
**Clutches provided by Weathered Threads
The bridge made for a stunning backdrop but it was by far the most popular spot! We barged our way on and managed to snap a few before the next camera came along!
This was an exciting year of firsts for this little munchkin {+ her parents}. We took this little busy body over to Pine Lake, chased her around, photographed her + chased her some more. Because turning one is kind of a big deal + the chasing has only begun!
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