Behind door number 2...

Blogger has been thwarting  my best intentions for the past month, so I started a new blog.

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http://handmadeprairiefamily.wordpress.com/


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Everett's Christmas Pictures

We gave both Ev and Bea cameras for Christmas. Mostly to lengthen the life of my camera. But also to encourage them to share their "world view"  I love to see what is important to them. What they capture is special and a peek into their minds. These were a few of my favorites from E's camera.  More to follow I am sure.

 

Thankful!

Command central. This crew came up with some interesting plots. And note the lack of excitement at seeing me taking their picture? Yep, they wanted privacy for their schemes...We have officially become not cool enough to hang with.

This is Chris. He hates having his picture taken. I managed to secretly snap this one as he was distracted by Everett. Chris is holding his adorably, snuggly Alex baby!

Seriously, I could cuddle this little man all day. He smells delicious and is just perfect!

It never looks quite as impressive as it feels to make it. But it was all very tasty, except for the deviled eggs which I over salted. But really, except for Russ no one was too sad about the eggs. Sorry babe!

The kid's table!

Trouble.  And FUN!

Singing in the sunshine?  These guys are too much fun to watch and be with.

Russ is obviously having so much fun he can hardly stand it.

It's like a disco party for your fingers. in a word, AWESOME!

Umm. Is it wrong that I would happily watch my husband do chin-ups for hours. I really love watching him....

Pumpkin pie. Yum.

Lily is such a sweetheart. Russ is kinda in love.

These two are inseparable. Even after a year apart, they pick up where they left off. They just are two peas in a pod.

I feel so sad that they can't be together all the time. The get along like nobodies business.

The sad little third wheel.

Like sun coming out from behind a cloud. She loved being included. But she definitely was the odd duck out.

I love this pic. These are my happy kiddos.

Nicole. I loves you. I miss you too much. And just so you know, when Russ saw this picture he said, " Nicole looks really good" And you know, he is totally right!

My baby girl. always.

This is my favorite pic. I'm gonna frame it! We will see you soon Vowel Family! Promise!

Even the very worst beginning can be redeemed by a strong finish.  I just have to keep moving upward and focusing on progress instead of piles.