Trying Out My Wings

Recently I purchased a new camera in hopes of trying out my wings as an amatuer photographer. I have wanted to do this for a while...but the cameras you need to be able to produce really quality photos come at no cheap price, so it took me a little longer than I'd hoped.

I've been practicing a little bit since I got it and here are some of my shots. Of course so far they are all of Ayden, but I am hoping to get the opportunity to work with more little ones. Anyhow, let me know what you think as I am looking to improve and would like any comments on my pictures (even if they aren't dripping with ooey-gooey loveliness).

Also, if you know anyone who might be interested in letting me come photo their baby for like $20 (includes a few prints and a cd of the pics) let me know. I would love to build my portfolio.

And these are just some other ones I'm throwing in because they are cute. Not professional looking, but cute.

Spoon Wars

Since I was a younger girl I've been a master at hanging a spoon off of the tip of my nose. The other day my little sister challenged me to a spoon war and the first person to drop their spoon off their nose lost. Not only did I win...but I won twice. Boo-Yah!

The stare down....
Silly girls :)

My Best Video Ever

So I know that I will eventually have a clip that tops this one, but for now this video is the best one I own. It can make me smile no matter what's going on. Man being a mom is awesome :)

Sitting Lessons

Ayden is growing up faster than I could ever have imagined and there are a lot of days I feel like I am seeing him change right before my eyes....and that the days end just as fast as they can begin. He is rolling over now and we have to keep a watchful eye on him when he's awake. Gone are the days of being able to lay him on a blankie and be content to know that he'll be right where I left him if I turn away for a moment.

Although Ayden's becoming more mobile does present its frustrations and challenges, its also thrilling to know that I am able to have such a major part in the devolpment of this amazing little person. What a blessing he is to Jonathan and me...we couldn't possibly love him more (well, maybe if he would nap a little better...j/k).

Our latest challenge has been trying to teach him how to sit on his own. His propensity is still to lean clear forward which results in either bending himself in half causing a lot of groaning and grunting, or in falling over completely. I have found that wrapping my Boppy body pillow around him helps him from falling over, but it doesn't do miracles either :) Baby steps!


Cute little bare feet

Everything goes in the mouth anymore...even if its way too big to fit.

His little toungue proves how hard he's working :)

He'd had enough at this point. He's so cute when he's mad! Loud....but cute.