To The Lake We Go...

Well today we are off to the lake, so I am writing this in real time jsyk, but I cannot post it until we get home. I forgot the USB cables for my cameras. Sometimes I amaze myself!

Today the boys and I had a few errands to run. We got those done all before noon, that was our goal. If it started storming again like yesterday being out in it was not something that I cared to experience. We pulled in the garage and the thunder started. I was proud of the perfect timing.

I started to work on Catherine's wedding album and DVD labels. Check out my photography journey blog for more on her wedding. It was beautiful. I cannot wait to deliver the products. I will touch base with her Monday. At least that is the plan. Hopefully it will work.

I also got some schoolwork done. In an attempt to relax a little more this weekend. While I am not done, at least progress has been made, which alone is a great feeling.

As soon as Brandon got off we loaded the truck and headed to the lake. It was a long trip because we had several stops to make, but it was pleasant. It lightening almost the whole trip. In fact it still is so I am off for now. Hopefully to bed soon. Know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers.

To Go

So today was seriously wild. I was determined to be productive, and most importantly get tuition paid. Well, I got to the school, and the bank did not stamp the checks. Needless to say I was NOT happy! I was on my way to the bank when the bottom fell out. I am not one to be scared of storms, but this was insane. The wind and the rain were solid. I ended up pulling over twice and then a little prayer for me to get home was answered. The boys were freaking out which was making it even harder to stay calm.

When we got home I was so frazzled I asked Brandon if he would stop and get dinner. What I bought for us to have would have taken about 3 hours to cook, and at that point I needed to unwind not cook. Brandon is such a great person he came home with Zaxby's for us all. I appreciate him so much.

Well, I am off since it is almost 8 and I have two boys to get up, with the hopes that they will be able to go to bed later. Hopefully I will be able to blog on time tonight ;)

My Little Chef

Today was a very good day. We went to my mom's who has been in Oregon and did a few things around her house before she got home. She is home safe, sound, and exhausted. I talked to her for a little while, but told her to call me tomorrow that I was not going to call and wake her up. I am glad that she had a good time and was about to spend some time with family that we do not get to see nearly enough.

I also was able to get a lot accomplished with editing the photographs. Beach session is completed and blogged about, go check it out! Working on the wedding now. YAY for a busy growing business! I love what I do and am so thankful for all of the support that I have received.

I even made a dent in the laundry. Still have a ways to go to be done, but hopefully tomorrow I can round it all out.

Brandon and the boys like this weird concoction of food. Me, not so much, but I do make it for them. We were talking about the strangeness of it this past weekend so I decided to make it for them tonight. Danny wanted to learn how so I let him help. He is getting so big so fast.

Brandon went straight from the Network to the Ballpark to work on getting orders for this ball season. I am hoping that some more come in. Sunday is the last day for football registration and I hope that the orders come in for him. He is giving everyone through the first week of practice to order the package deal at an amazing discount!

While Brandon was there and after the boys ate we went to Amy and Terry's for a little swim time. Amy and I did some exercises while the kids played. It was a lot of fun! I hope that we can do it more. It was also just a nice way to relax at the end of the day! Thanks you guys! Danny and Sasha were hilarious with the waterproof camera and their skits!

Well, if John Michael is asleep I am headed there myself. We have a lot to do tomorrow, especially if the lake is in our future for this weekend?! Fingers crossed! I will be praying for all of you and I hope that you all have a day full of many blessings tomorrow. Who knew something as small as Danny helping with dinner could mean so much!

Make-Up and Cucumbers

Odd combinations? Just wait!

So today was productive. I got a lot done with editing and even some laundry. I got the school work that I had to get done completed. I still have a lot to do but at least progress is being made!

Today I had a very fun session with Jane, a Mary Kay consultant. I went to her Monday night meeting and she turned it into Mother Daughter night, where I took pictures of them after they were made up and even more beautiful than before. I had a blast and cannot wait to get to work on these photographs. While there I even got my eyebrows done, which made me a VERY happy woman! The little things that matter so much when we are mommas. More on the session in my other blog. Stay tuned!

While I was gone Brandon cut the back yard and helped Danny in his little garden. When I got home there were these 2 HUGE cucumbers on the counter. Yep, my baby boy grew them. He was so excited and I was shocked. I cannot wait to see how they taste! I wonder if it is a record for a 7 year old farmer?! Maybe I will actually weigh and measure them tomorrow.

I am looking forward to some swim time with Amy tomorrow night. We are going to do some excercises in the pool while the kids play! I am VERY excited! More on that tomorrow.

Well, I am pooped. I have to go put the towels in the dryer and then I am off to bed! I hope that you all had an amazing Monday! You will be in my prayers tonight!

Meetings and Friends

So today started late. I slept much later than I wanted or needed to but I guess my body had different plans. Oh well, it was still a productive day so I have no complaints.

Brandon had to go to Clay Recreation to be there for football registration. He will be video taping all of the football games, as long as enough people purchase the discs. I really hope that they do. I will go one Saturday with him to get some photographs, but this will be his fall baby. The boys had to go with him today, because I had to meet with a couple about a wedding. He said that the boys were great and as always Danny got a kick out of helping. There were no orders today, but several fliers went home. Come on everyone, it is a great deal! Praying that more orders will start to come in. Also praying that more people sign up, right now I think registration is pretty low.

The couple that I met with today was amazing. They are so sweet and are going to be stunning to photograph. I am looking forward to August 5th when I am able to be a part of their very special day. TC and Danielle I know that you two will be very happy! They are very easy going, which is always nice.

After Brandon and I got home from our business for the day everyone changed and we headed to Amy and Terry's for dinner and swimming. It was great spending time with them and Terri. The kids all had a blast. Between the pool, hot dogs, and the Wii I am not sure what they enjoyed the best. After dinner the moms all got into the pool and it was a lot of fun! Thanks again for having us over.

Well, everyone is home and it was not long at all and the boys (all three of them) were passed out. I love it when they play themselves to bed. Tomorrow is going to be busy, laundry, cleaning errands and a photo session are just a glimpse into what it will bring.

So I am going to join everyone else in dreamland. I am pretty beat. I am so thankful for good friends and a growing business, all of which were the highlights of the weekend. Praying for everyone!

To Work With Mom and Dad

Brandon and I had a wedding today, but it was more than work it was for a friend of mine. Kaylea and I grew up together and so on this work venture the boys got to come along. They were SO good too. Of course there might have been a little threatening taking place, before hand, but it was all great. In fact Brandon and I were still talking about how well they behaved just a few minutes ago. I am definitely very proud of them. I love the fact that Danny wanted to help, and he did. John Michael hung out some, but mainly played in the play room or sat in the back pew at the church with his DS. Regardless they were great, and I loved spending the day with them.

So I will talk a little about Kaylea's wedding, but as soon as I get the pictures edited I will be blogging about it more. Kaylea is a remarkable person and Brian see that about her. I was so glad to see her so happy and so in love. I am definitely a wedding crier, yes even as the photographer. Kaylea definitely got me! I was just so happy to be there for her.

When we got home I got to work. I was almost done with Catherine's wedding, so I have finished them up. Then I did a few to get up for Kaylea, but will start on Brooke's session now. Well, tomorrow. I am glad to be able to tell that I am making progress and even better is that I am staying busy. YAY! Again, I love doing what I love!

Well, the boys crashed tonight while watching Grow Up Timmy Turner. I am glad that they liked the movie though. Tomorrow is going to be another busy day. They are going to the ballpark with Brandon, please pray for orders! I have a meeting with potential clients for a wedding in August. I have my notes ready, and will be at Starbucks tomorrow. Pray for positive results!

Well, I am off to bed for tonight. I will be praying for you all tonight as I do every night, but I will also be praying for Kaylea and Brian and their family. With the love I saw today I know that happiness will always be with them.

Summer Swimming

Today was a great day! Brandon was off, after working till almost midnight I know that he was glad. This morning was pretty laid back. Danny showed Brandon the Wii cabinet that he had worked so hard on, and the boys played the Wii. They crack me up with how much fun they can have on it. Plus as they have gotten older the fighting with it is not quite as bad.

We were headed over to Deborah's to swim with Kimy and Morgan this afternoon. They boys were so excited to be swimming in a pool. So far this summer it has been the ocean and the lake. I was excited too just to be able to go spend some time with friends and let the boys play. They love the pool, so I knew that they would wear themselves out. We headed to their house and Brandon had some things to do for the business so he headed out too.

John Michael love Morgan, and Danny loves being the oldest. He is so good with Morgan and making sure that she is okay. Danny was diving for buried treasure and Morgan had carried her little pool over so he put some in for her so that she could play too. She loves to throw the torpedoes and the treasure to the bottom for Danny to go get.

I worked with John Michael some on swimming without floaties, but for most of the time he wanted his shark on. That is fine too, but I do want him to know that he can do it. He was doing really good and I am so proud of him. He will get it. Everyone told him what a bog boy he was. We laughed because when Brandon showed up he would not do it again. Oh well, maybe next time.

Thanks again to Deborah and Kimy for letting us come swim. Also for some adult time, it was so nice just to sit and relax and talk! Love you!

I have been working on editing pictures a lot. I have so much coming up and so much still to get done. It will all work out though. One at a time is all I can do. At least and keep some sort of focus happening. I am loving doing what I love though. It is truly the best career.

Well, I am off to bed it is going to be a busy one tomorrow. I hope that you all have an amazing weekend! Know that I will be praying for all of you to be abundantly blessed!