Baby Bump

So, my baby brother is having another baby. I love this little bigger family! They are also moving into their first owned home this weekend. It is so sweet and nice to see what my brother has made of his life, I'm a proud older sister. I remember 'making a deal' with him when we were younger that if he'd play house first, then I'd play Tonka trucks. I always bailed (sorry bro! older siblings have their ways, I guess?)- but it's so nice to see B living the real thing. He is a good partner and father. I am a thankful sister, to have him and his fam jam in my life. Love you guys! J, you look radiant! Best wishes over the next chapter in your lives.

Retro Cheesecake Workshop.

So, I've obviously not been posting photos for a few months. I have been organizing and shooting, and have a bit to share- but before I share everything I just wanted to fast forward to these photos I took a couple of weekends ago. I couldn't wait to get through everything. These are from a workshop I took from the talented Amber Lee . Dream! I'm, like a few others, a little obsessed with this era.

I hope to one day run my own pin-up marathon- it'll be awhile, so many many projects on the go and in the making right now. On the back burner, this cheesy dream will be cooked up one day! All week after participating in the workshop, I just wanted to go back to that afternoon- it was as fun as the big cheesy grins the models are sporting- oh yes!

Hope your spring is going well, mine is busy busy and fun fun!

Until next time,

L.

Young Love.

On Mike's side, ~J is the first born grandchild and our eldest niece. Over the years I have gotten to know ~J as she has turned into a lovely young lady. They live a bit (too) far away, but we always pack our visits in with love and laughs.
~J is sweet, generous, kind and has a huge heart. She is thoughtful ( and makes a mean java!), considerate and now- she's in love! Her sense of humor and excitement made for a giggly and cute afternoon. ~D is her soon-to-be and he's been doing the proper courting rituals of bringing flowers and making ~J happy. It was so nice to meet ~D, I can't wait for the family memories to happen with him too.
~J & ~D, I am SO happy for you, and am excited to see where your life goes from here. Love you!

A Sweet Valentine on the way?

This weekend was a whirlwind of splendor, activity and love! I have SOOO much to share- oh squeal!- but Wendy's are first because I am excited and also she is due in just over a week. It is kind of funny that lately every time we trek over the border to BC to visit Mike's family, dear Wendy has been pregnant each time. So this will be the third. We only had a couple of minutes to take a handful of photos this time- but hey, traditions must be kept!

Keep posted in the next few days- when I said activities, I meant it! All in one day, too :)

~photo journal short~

"Hey Mabel! Whatcha' doin'?"

(Mabel looks over with glee)

"How do you like your book?! (tickle tickle)"

(Mabel giggles)

(Peak-a-boo game commences. More giggling.)


Oh gosh. Afternoons are delightful around here lately.

(okay mom, can we go eat now?)

K family.

It's so nice to know such wonderful people exist in the town I live in. This family has become so special and dear to me and mine.

When we headed out to the park for a Canadian winter adventure, we sure got one! We ended up battling deep snow covering most of the play ground and dodging (almost literally!) a grater plowing the parking lot and streets. We ended with fresh baked cookies Mom brought and a tobaggan play on the hill. Perfect afternoon in my books! Thanks K family!

The M family is growing!

Oh, the M family! It has been a couple years since little (and I mean little!) ~C was born. ( his pictures here: premmie, baby, toddler. )

Well, it just so happens that two days before my own Miss Mabel was born, this family had another (smidgen early!) baby- little C's sister S! She is cute as a button too. LOVE her! And oh, this family with their beautiful eyes! I love coming back to their home... it's busy, but there is so much love. In fact, as I was leaving Mom said they are expecting a number three- can't wait! But right now, a sweet little S and her big brother (who refers to her as Sissy- break my heart!).