It Started With a Headache

It was really nasty this morning and we slept late, but there was no way I was getting in the car with the boys.  I had a horrible migraine so Brandon took them.  As the day progressed how I was feeling started to degress.  My throat is so swollen and I feel so horrible.  There is no time  for me to be this sick, I need to work and I need to get 1000 things done.  Oh well, I guess God has other plans.  Mom says it is because I never have any down time.

Working Close

I love my job, especially when the photo shoots are close to home.  Today the ones I had were at the entrance to the neighborhood.  A drive down the mountain and I was at work, one mile exactly.  If I could do every session there that would be amazing.   Today it was great and so much fun. I need to take my boys around the neighborhood to do some pictures.  Maybe one day I will get it together enough to get it all done.  That is actually part of my 2013 goals, which I am working on now. 

It's Beginning to Feel A Lot Like Christmas

This morning started with a trip to the Legacy Springs clubhouse, which is like 7 houses away from my front door.  The neighborhood was doing a Toy's for Tots Drive and Santa was coming to visit.  I was taking pictures of everyone with Santa, which was a lot of fun.  The boys came up and saw Santa and Mrs. Claus. Danny hung out with me to help me out, which was super awesome.  I love it when my boys help out.

I headed home after we were done and Santa was headed back to the North Pole.  I walked in the door and got to work cooking for the Christmas party.

This is my favorite party of the year and it is simply because there is no stress, it is just fun for everyone.  Next year I am going to be even  more ready.  I already have some ideas.

I was making Taquitos, Coctail Wienies in BBQ sauce, mini corn dogs, and other quick and easy finger foods.  I also made some cookies and fudge.  The elves made some super cute snowmen faces and left the boys the ingredients that they needed to make more.  They were super cute, easy, and yummy.  Definitely three of my favorite things.

The party was a lot of fun, it was great to get together with friends and family and just have a good time.  I am considering making it an ungly sweater party next year, but we will have to see.  I am going to be asking for opinions on Facebook at some point.  I did not take near the pictures that I wanted to, in fact I did not really take any which pretty much was not what I had in mind, but it was nice just talking to everyone and making the rounds.  To those who did not make it you were all definitely missed, maybe next year you can make it.

TGIF

This morning I took the boys to school and high tailed it to Morris Avenue for a couple of photo shoots.  The first was a family who was a blast to wor with.  They did candid and fun and there were even balloons!  It was a lot of fun.  The second was an precious boy who will be celebrating his fifth birthday in a week.  So exciting for a little man. 
The boys had a great day at school.  You can tell that they are ready for break though.  Homework is becoming a challange, and even just sitting down to read which they both usually like to do.
After school care was great too.  The kids were glad that it was Friday and since it was so pretty we stayed outside for a little while.  It was a much needed change in routine for everyone.  Of course it gets dark so early we cannot stay out long but still it helps time go by faster for the kids and adults alike. 
Just for the record I have still not seen the newest Twilight movie, that makes me a little sad. 
We are almost ready for the party tomorrow.  I cannot wait.  It is my favorite time of the year and I love kicking it off with just a have fun relaxed party. 

Thursdays

For some reason Thursday seem to be the least active days of the week.  I am thinking it is probably a good thing though everyone needs a lazy day!  Of course it is never lazy.  We are working on getting ready for the party this weekend so making sure the house, food, drinks, and of course general spirits are ready is a lot of preparations.

Happy Birthday Memaw

Today was a regular Wednesday except for the fact that it is a very special lady's birthday.  Happy birthday Memaw, we all love you so much!
The boys had a great day at school and after school care was interesting.  A few fights actually broke out which was quite shocking.  These boys especially and even the girls though need a vacation soon.  They are all getting a little antsy.  The problem is once we have Christmas break it is a long time till Spring Break!

Seriously

So I am slammed with photo shoots which is a blessing that I do not take lightly.  I drop the boys off and head off to Morris Avenue to start my day.  I am waiting there when I finally get a text that they need to cancel.  Grrrrr!  This is the hardest part about owning a business.