I'm So Glad When Daddy Comes Home

I've been waiting for months and months to be able to take pictures of my little girl and her Daddy. Annika loves having her Dad home, and I love seeing them together. 

Beautiful Bella

It is easy to take pictures with a subject as cute as this one! Isabella was wide awake almost the whole time, but considering how pretty her eyes are, it is probably a good thing. I don't remember Annika ever being so alert at that age -- Bella just kept looking around with those big beautiful eyes, checking everything out. Annika was Isabella's age when Brad left; it was crazy to see how much she has changed since then. Brad will be home for R&R in less than two weeks and will have the chance to get to know his daughter again. We can't wait! 

. . . and just for a little color . . . 

Introducing Isabella

. . .  more pictures to come! 

Scary Santa

The weekend after Thanksgiving, as family tradition dictates, we went hunting for our Christmas tree. When we arrived at the tree farm Christmas carols were playing, people were drinking hot cider, and in the distance I could see a Santa Claus happily greeting tree hunters. I figured this would be a great time to introduce Annika to Santa Claus. As I started to hand Annika over, I realized that this may not have been the best first Santa experience. This Santa was scary! He was friendly enough, but he had a scraggly beard, crooked, yellow teeth, and really bad breath. Annika was apprehensive at first, but after she really checked him out (and got a whiff of that breath) she was sure that she DID NOT like Santa Claus. I really can't blame her. I was a little afraid of him myself.

Sneak Peak for Jana

It was cold outside today, but we braved the weather, avoided the rain, and had a great time. Even Annika was happy just chilling in her stroller. So, thanks for letting me hang out with you today, Jana. I can't wait to meet your little girl! 

Bubble Bath

Annika had her first bubble bath tonight -- who knew that eating bubbles could be so enjoyable? 

Fall Fun

Besides Annika, these are my favorite kids in the world! They didn't make my job easy; Anya and Alexis are very energetic three year olds! However, I think that the pictures turned out great, and I had a fantastic time hanging out with them. I felt like I kid again chasing down falling leaves. Monica and Cristine, I will take pictures of your kids anytime!