My boys

I was working on some photos when I came across some photos that were taken of my two boys in the last few weeks. And of course, I had to share them with you.

Seth took a business trip to New Orleans a few weeks ago and when he came back, to my surprise, he had a beard. I kept assuming he was going to shave it and when I ask him when that thing was coming off, he replied, “I’m growing a beard.”

Silence.

Julie no likey beards. I told him he must not want any kisses, because I wasn’t coming near that scratchy beard. He proceeded to try and tell me that every guy needs to grow a beard at least once in his life. I don’t agree. He finally shaved it, but not without taking a few pictures first.

“I don’t know dad, you may want to get rid of that thing. I mean, I think it is pretty cool and hope to have one like that some day, but mom keeps complaining about it and since I am with her all day long I really think you better shave it.”

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Now the clean shaved face. THANKS BABY! (These were actually taken before he got that clever idea to grow a beard). How cute are these two just seating on the couch hanging out. They were watching their favorite football team – the Patriots – beating some team, not sure which one it was that time. (I’m really not rubbing it in.)

My son is growing up way too fast. Look how he is just chillin’ with his dad. Seth, Abel (12 of 25)

This is Abel’s new smile. He smiles real big and then closes his eyes. He knows we think it is funny so he does it all the time now.
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Here it is again…
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What happened to the smile, Abel?

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There it is.
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On a different note, my son gets MASSIVE MAN-SIZE ZITS. (I think I have posted about this before). When he gets them they are always in the same recurring spot – the middle of his chin, which ironically is just like his mother. I couldn’t let this massive zit get away without documenting it. You can kind of see it in the above photos, but here it is in all its glory.
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Do you know how BAD I wanted to pop that thing? I kept having to tell myself, “No, Julie. You can’t do that. Keep your hands off!” My hands would start to creep up and sometimes even touch it, but I somehow refrained from popping it.

I’m sorry pumpkin did I just hurt your feelings by posting to the world your zit? Abel (5 of 25)

Please forgive mom, but I knew no one would believe me if I didn’t show them.

Abel (4 of 25)

As always, those lips make me melt. (And yes, there is a constant drop of drool always coming off his lip.)


Congrats to these 2 lovebirds

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I am thrilled to be able to post this exciting event. This weekend my sister in-law, Shauna, got engaged to Gabe! We are so excited for them!!! Gabe pull off an amazing proposal. Shauna has been living in Honduras for the last 6 months and she thought she wasn’t seeing Gabe till Feb. Gabe secretly flew out to Honduras and proposed this Friday. You can read all the details and see the happy couple on her blog.

Just look how in love they are…
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We are so happy for you two and can’t wait for the wedding. LOVE YA!!!


What is wrong with this site?

Sorry, if you have tried to get to the blog and it hasn’t been working. What is up with that? I have no clue so I will just blame it on the World Wide Web.

I can’t believe it is almost Friday and I haven’t posted since Monday. Did ya miss me? I missed blogging. Life just got a bit crazy and every time I wanted to blog, my site wasn’t working aaaaaannnnnnnnd before I knew it was Thursday night.

This Sunday our sweet boy is getting dedicated to the Lord. For those of you who attend Calvary Baptist it will be at the 11:00 service. Seth’s family is heading down this weekend to be with us and his grandparents who have never met Abel before are also visiting us this weekend. So, it will be a fun weekend with family.

I am bummed to say I missed out on the Cutest Baby Contest by Regis and Kelly. I had NO CLUE there was even a contest since I don’t watch their show, but come to find out (too late) that there is and all submissions were due by Jan. 11. (I get mad thinking about it because I took those photos in early Jan.) and the grand prize was $125,000 towards their college. Um….hello! That is amazing and, of course, I am fully confident Abel would have won and I can say that because now we will NEVER know. I guess there is always next year…

Today, Abel and I scurried to Old Navy since they were having ridiculous sales. I was hurrying and didn’t have time to get out the monster stroller, so I quick put my front pack on my chest and grab Abel and headed towards the mall. I have become a PRO at putting him in the front pack while walking, but as I was walking and trying to put him in it I realized he wasn’t fitting. Just like that…he out grew it. I wanted to plop myself down in the parking lot and cry. DO YOU KNOW HOW MUCH I LOVE THAT THING! It has saved my life NUMEROUS times. And not to mention how much Abel loves it. It was a sad moment, but I quickly got over it once I saw all the red ticket sales!!! Too bad, half the stuff I picked up in my frenzy doesn’t fit. Abel was grabbing my leg in the Old Navy stroller so I couldn’t try anything on, and my attempt at trying to shop with him was somewhat of a failure.  But we get an A for effort, right?

Now it is time for me to put my cleaning hat on and get this house looking good for company.

Happy Friday!


7 Month Photo Shoot

Is there a “World’s Cutest Baby” contest going on where I can enter this photo?
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I am finally posting his 7 month photos. These were taken a few weeks ago, but better late then never… RIGHT? The problem with being a photographer is that we are always working on SOMEONE else’s photos and barely have time to take or edit our very own photos of our son. (which is why these are coming to you late.)

Thankfully, Abel loves the camera now. He smiled the whole time. Because these photos are TOO CUTE for words, I just have to post a ton of them…I didn’t think you all would mind. Enjoy our handsome guy!

First comes the cute “nakey” photos…
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Now come the ones with his adorable sweater vest… 20080102_043-2

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That should start your Monday off on a good note.