{Family Photography} The Johnson Family

Such a sweet family, I met the Johnson's when I first took baby doll Norah's newborn photographs (see HERE).  Now, just over three months old and this family was ready for a few Spring/Easter-ish photos.  We lucked out with a little nice weather for a few outdoor shots at the park, as well as some in their home.  These are just a few of my favorites... but we walked away with a good solid 50 shots.  I hope they enjoy the photographs as much as I had fun taking them!

{Week 11} The Boys

Kingston, Week 11: Working on his letters using ABC Mouse.  We love it.
Cole, Week 11: Putting toys and things in the trunk of his trike... because a trike with a trunk is the best in his book.

{Following the 52 Week Photo Project... taking one photo each week of our boys in 2014.}

{Cole} Our 20 month old baby moose.

Oh this little boy toddler of mine.  Cole being less than four months away from turning two years old is a weird idea for me.  He is such a fun-loving, happy, spunky, stubborn little guy -- but I swear he has to be turning almost one, not two.  Then he throws one of those "yep-I'm-almost-two-years-old" tantrums and it brings me back to reality.

This kid has many loves: his beloved "dog dog" (stuffed animal), 'toons, action figures, balls, the backyard, milk, cellphones, the swings and/or slide, toy cars, bath time, mega blocks, wrestling, story time, his big brother...

...but dislikes: haircuts, the drive through car wash, bed time, dirty hands, raw tomatoes.

He is a big boy wearing big boy clothes... size 3T... and size 9 toddler shoes... weighing in at nearly 37 lbs.  

I always say I wish this time would slow down, but I am looking forward to the next steps in his development.  I guess that is why this switch from baby to toddler-hood is truly so bittersweet.  But, one thing is for certain -- Cole is our baby moose and I love him so.        

{Instagram} Softball Saturday

One of my new favorite photos of my guys.  After at least one game on any given softball weekend, you will find the hubs and Kingston running the bases together.  This last Saturday, Cole joined in on the fun... although he did not run in the same direction as they did.  Love these men of mine.

{Week 9} The Boys

Kingston, Week 9: Building train tracks in our living room.
Cole, Week 9: Slowly waking up from the longest nap this boy has seen in a long time (3.5 hours!).

{Following the 52 Week Photo Project... taking one photo each week of our boys in 2014.}

#TBT: A Very Happy Thanksgiving.

Don't the holidays just scream posed photographs?  This is the best we could do back in November.  And I'm pretty sure the hubs got after me for this one.  Posed photographs are a no in his book.  

Another posed gem.  I have to say, though -- love Noni's smile in this one (the hubs's grandma).  We definitely captured some happy people.  The holiday was celebrated with the hubs's parents, grandma, and a few other family members.  Nice and relaxed, how every holiday should be in my book. 

And this is what the boys really wanted to do outside... shake the bamboo in the secret garden.

I can't remember everything we were thankful for on that day, but I know for sure I was thankful for my little family.  I'm thankful for all three of my men each and every day.  What a lucky lady I am.

{Week 5} The Boys

Kingston, Week 5: Waiting patiently for Papa and Nana to come over before the Super Bowl.

Cole, Week 5: Helping Papa drive their car up our driveway (not sleeping, looking down at all the fun buttons and car parts). 

{Following the 52 Week Photo Project... taking one photo each week of our boys in 2014.}

{Week 4} The Boys

Kingston, Week 4: Getting ready to run half a mile in lane 4, because he is 4 years old (his reasoning).

Cole, Week 4: Playing "baseball" on the high school football field.  This boy loves to play ball.

{Following the 52 Week Photo Project... taking one photo each week of our boys in 2014.}

{Week 1} The Boys

Inspired by Bleubird, I decided to photograph my boys each week in 2014 to see how they change throughout the year.  I think it will be a neat way to watch them grow and help collect a good assortment of photographs throughout the year.  I'll keep it interesting - definitely going for more of a candid look than posed.  

Kingston, Week 1: Playing a game on his "whittle hi-pad"/LeapPad.

Cole, Week 1: Sitting like a big boy in a living room chair while watching a 'toon. 

And with that, we are back to our usual routine and our two week holiday vacation has come to an end.  Thank you, winter staycation... you've been a blast.  Now let's go, 2014!

We Have a Crawler, Friends.

Cole decided it was time to be mobile about a week ago today - a week before he turned 9 months old. The same day one of my co-workers and I were talking about if crawling was in the near future for Cole (and I mentioned that I thought he would not be moving for a few more months), the boy proved me wrong and began crawling.  A little mixture of army crawl/standard crawl, Cole definitely has his own way to get from point A to point B.  I am hoping to take a little video of it this weekend.

Valentine's Day Week: My Little Valentines

Dear Kingston,

Valentine's Day is almost here!  Tomorrow you will finally get to hand out the superhero Valentine's Day cards you have been just dying to get your hands on this past week.  Momma may have even snuck one in for you too (Batman, of course).    

Even though I make sure to show and tell you that you are loved each and every day - I hope you always know that you are.  I love you my big, silly, smart, and active little boy!  

Love,

Momma 

xoxo  

Dear Cole,

Your first Valentine's Day is tomorrow - and I cannot believe you are this old already!  Although you may not understand this day to share love with those who are important to you, I hope you can tell how much this momma loves you, always.

Enjoy your heart balloon and know that you will always be in my heart, my baby.

Love,
Momma
xoxo