KML Creatives Giveaway!

OK, I usually don't participate in all the hoopla of giveaways and the hoops that you need to jump through.  This one, however, I really like.  I love the products that Kristen Marie Brown-Bates has on her KML Creatives site (can find all sorts of info on FB, KML Creatives) and the vendors that she has are amazing.  Everyone should check out those vendors.  They are very talented people with so much to share. 

Amanda Reed of Amanda Reed Photography, not only is she one of the most talented, young photographers, she has a heart of gold.  Her story of "how she became a photographer" is nothing less than inspirational. http://www.amanda-reed.com/

Grace Wolf has some great artwork, a hidden talent that she has just now started sharing.  Gracie-Wolf

The other vendors are not as well known to me, but I am certainly looking forward to "getting to know them" as well.  The people behind the businesses that I've come across on and because of FB, forums, and such are some of the most interesting and amazing people.
PoseyPillow
JHP Couture
TC SOY candles
Kelly Broyles Photography

Please take a few minutes and check out all this great talent.

What do we do on a Rainy Day?

What do you do on a rainy day?  Especially when you have a child to entertain?

Well, today I spent the day with my daughter Vanessa.  That's right, just the two of us.  We went shopping at Lowe's, built a flower garden and planted a few flowers.  We also got out the "Off Camera Flash" set up and practiced (always practicing to keep up, and try new techniques).  Today we tried something a little different.  I let Nessa decide where the lights should be positioned, if they should be "bright" or "soft", and then we set the camera up on timer so she could take some of the pictures of us together (she also took some of just me...).

Here's what a 4 year old can do with a little encouragement.  Always let a childs' creativity flow.

Spring is Here!

Spring is finally here, and we've been outside enjoying it as much as possible.  Here are a few pictures taken in the front yard, with Jamie's daughters and the neighbor girls.  Both Mela and Vanessa absolutely enjoy spending some time with the neighbors, and sometimes they are willing to let mom take some pictures (doesn't happen very often, I usually have to bribe them).

We hope you are enjoying the warmer weather, the sunshine, and soon the summertime fun.  Remember, always use sunblock, especially on the younger kids.