Everett....9 1/2 months old!

A few things about Everett at 9 1/2 months old:

Pulls up on everything

Loves standing

Crawls at a very quick speed

Opens his mouth wide to show excitement

Smiles, laughs and giggles at strangers

Sleeps through the night between 10-12 hours

Takes 2 naps a day

Loves oatmeal, banana/banana mixed berries puree for breakfast

Tolerates green beans

After the initial shock of a bath, he loves splashing (big splashing) in the water

Has 2 bottom teeth

29" tall - 75% for height

19lbs 12oz - 25% for weight

Eli.... 2 Years Old!

When photographing children, you just never know what you're going to get.  You have no idea what type of mood the child will be in and if they will be along for the ride or totally against it.  Well Eli rocked it!  I was so impressed by his following instructions and him cheesing it up for the camera when asked to smile.  Momma Courtney only had to count to three twice and he only had a slight meltdown.  But to his defense, it was very hot and he had been great for the previous 20 minutes!  Of course there was the occasional finger up the nose, Eli telling us no when we asked him to do something, and knocking over props, but he's a boy and he's two.  Totally expected.   

Eli, you're an awesome kid.  Courtney, keep it up.  You're doing great momma!

Special thanks to my sister (an amazing graphic designer) for designing this 11x14 chalkboard sign* for Eli's session.  I think it's fun for parents to note the big accomplishments of their child each year.  These are the accomplishments Courtney gave us and voila, the beautifully designed chalkboard.  Thank you Kailey for your hard work!  

*Contact me for more information about your custom chalkboard sign!

Laura...Just for Fun

Just for fun!

The beautiful Laura

Matt and Karleigh...Cutie Couple

This is my cousin Matt and his beautiful fiance Karleigh whom we had the pleasure of meeting at this year's annual family reunion.  Hopefully she wasn't too overwhelmed with all the board/card games, water activities, and the jokesters that I so dearly call my uncles.  One of which will become her father-in-law next year when these two lovebirds tie the knot!  All I can say Karleigh is Good Luck (just kidding!!) and welcome to the family!  I consider myself very blessed to be part of this family!  It truly is a wonderful family and we are happy to welcome you to it! 

(Sorry I'm a bit late with sharing these photos and thank you to my sister Kailey for helping with the photoshoot!)