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Lucy’s World – Sneak Peak

Posted on September 30, 2009

I cherish my weekends with family, this last weekend was exceptional and I was sad that the two days went by so quickly. Here’s some snapshots of dear, sweet Lucy from our busy busy weekend…

Not soon enough!

Posted on September 30, 2009

I’ve known Coral for about 3 years now…met through work, then realizing that we have mutual friends outside of our high school galaxy, then over skeins of yarn and circular knitting needles. Yes, knitting needles. We had a very short lived, but very fun, knitting circle group. Coral…I miss those knitting sessions in your office, they must resume!

I remember going into her office and bringing Lucy to meet her for the first time, and seeing her eyes sparkle when I asked her, “When will it be your turn?” She replied, “Soon! I can’t wait!” Well that was almost two years ago and here’s Coral today…

Excited as can be for her dear sweet Jack, due to arrive soon…very soon!

Coral has been so busy preparing for his arrival.

His room is starting to look like a page out of Pottery Barn Kids, except everything was made by Coral herself!

Jack is going to come into the world living a life in the most ideal environment, with incredibly loving parents.

Soon, Coral, soon you will be cradling that little boy in your arms and telling him that he is safe and loved.

Soon you will be staring into a sweet angel face and marvel at its perfection.

Soon you will tickle little tiny feet and hear little tiny giggles and be amazed at how these simple things bring intense joy into your life.

Soon a voice will call you Mommy your heart will pound a little faster because it is overflowing with love for this one little person.

Soon, Coral, soon you’ll kiss booboos goodbye, wipe tears away, and realize how much power your hugs and kisses have.

Soon Jack will come into your lives and you’ll forget how life was before he came home,

and you’ll wonder how you even lived your life without him. I’m so happy for you both! I can’t wait to meet him.

Birthday baby. Abby, you’re number 1!

Posted on September 17, 2009

My little Lucy is part of an exclusive sorority. They are a very special band of little ladies with extraordinary hearts, talents, and unstoppable energy. They are a group of 4 cousins, all girls. Getting together with them is like attending a rock concert…or running a marathon…you are absolutely exhausted by the end. When they are together, there is an abundance of ponytails, giggles, and glitter.

Recently, we celebrated a very special birthday, Abby’s first. Baby Abby, so full of life, so full of joy, such cheer, such happiness…all in one tiny package. Here is dear sweet Abby celebrating her first year of life. Enjoy.

Happy Birthday Abby. We’re having so much fun watching you grow!

Change is good

Posted on September 11, 2009

My sister and I were, and still are, huge fans of The Brady Bunch. We are the queens of Brady Bunch trivia. I’m sure we’ve seen every episode at least 4 times. One episode that I’m thinking of right now includes a song by the kids with a special “solo” part for Peter Brady. Sing along if you know it…

“When it’s time to change you’ve got to rearrange (insert cracked voice here)

Move your heart to what you’re gonna be

Sha na na na na na na na na

Sha na na na na.”

My dear sister, Audrey, is going through one of the most exciting times of her life. She’s making some big decisions, taking risks, moving up and on. Instead of fearing it…she celebrates it! I was not about to miss out on the opportunity to capture her image at this exciting period in her life. I’ve known her since the very day she was born and I am proud of everything she’s accomplished and will accomplish. Meet my sister…

This is a girl who has a clear picture of what she wants and knows exactly what needs to be done to attain it.

This is a girl who is honest and true.

This is a girl who makes a to do list and actually is able to check everything off at the end of the day.

Try looking up “Go-getter” and you’ll probably see this picture next to it.

She’s a wonderful Auntie and a great role model for her beloved niece, Lucy.

I admire you for always knowing what you want, for always being so sure. I’m with you every step of the way.

I’m sad that San Francisco is so far away, yet excited for all the dim sum we’re going to eat when we visit.  Every time we visit, which will be often, will be such an adventure for Lucy. You’re going to have the time of your life, I know it!!!

I love you so much! I hope you like your pictures!

~Ate

Introducing (drum roll please) Liam…a tale of newborns.

Posted on September 10, 2009

Everyone goes gaga over newborn babies, as they should. Pink, precious, perfect. I on the otherhand, adore newborn mommies. I guess it’s because not long ago, I was a newborn mommy myself. Becoming a mommy was a feeling of utmost love that hit me like a ton of bricks. I knew that I was going to fall in love with my baby girl, but I didn’t realize how intense and unyielding that love was going to be. It is a feeling of pure euphoria. Nothing compares. Nothing. period.

I had the amazing opportunity to photograph newborn baby, Liam, and never too far away was his newborn mommy, Michelle. As I watched her watch Liam, I recognized this look, and I recognized the feeling…how could you not when you see this angel…

I enjoyed witnessing this rare moment of calm and quiet, as he was so excited to be in front of the camera!

He was having so much fun being at his newborn Auntie’s house that he didn’t want to sleep at first. So we waited and sure enough…

and finally

pure, peaceful, content

then, he was ready to play!

I think it was because he heard his newborn nana’s voice…and he instantly wanted to be held by her.

here’s a little example of how newborn mommies make newborn babies feel…

Liam is a little ball of joy and light. A little man who steals the hearts from anyone in a room with him. He is loved and cared for by an amazing family. It was so much fun being in a house full of newborns…babies, mommies, daddies, uncles, aunties, all there to celebrate Liam, a new life.

Endless summer…or so I hope, and some fun with the cousins.

Posted on September 9, 2009

I am one of 27 cousins…I think. It may be 25 or 30…I really don’t know, I’ve lost count. Anyway, get a majority of our cousins together and there is nothing but laughter, loudness, silliness, loudness, games, laughter…you get the picture. All I know is it is a ridiculous amount of fun. My dear Lucy is blessed to have 3 cousins (for now), they are a very special group of girls who, when together, enjoy laughter, loudness, silliness, games…I wonder where she gets that from?

This Labor Day weekend was one that is going to be really hard to beat. You can’t go wrong with sand, surf, sun; it was a fabulous weekend at a gorgeous beach house in Newport Beach, CA.

Here’s what you see when you open the back door.

Lucy was ecstatic!

She had to begin exploring immediately…

She couldn’t wait to get into her suit and chase waves…

She also couldn’t wait until her cousins arrived! As soon as they came, the party began!

here’s adorable Abby…

pretty Paige…

cute Claire…

and my beautiful little beach bum, Lucy…

We didn’t want to go home…but alas we did, and took home about 25 pounds of sand for each family.

What a great way to celebrate this endless summer.

One of a kind…Isaac

Posted on September 6, 2009

BIG guy. BIG smile. BIG heart. BIG Isaac.  I met this senior recently because he started hanging around my classroom, then joined my classroom. There was something different about him, I’ve been around high school students for years and years, but when Isaac walked in I thought, “Hmmmm, this guy’s not like the others.”

A typical conversation with Isaac goes like this:

me: “Hey Isaac, how ya doin’?”

Isaac: “Good, ma’am.”

me: “You feeling good today? You ready for the football season?”

Isaac: “Yes, ma’am.”

Isaac is a true gentleman, so wonderful to meet a high school senior like this when I typically get grunts or “yup” “nope” as a standard reply. A gentleman…that’s how I describe this young man…gentleman.

Isaac lives and breathes football…literally. When he literally couldn’t breathe, he came to school just for football.

I love his smiling face in these images…but I guess football players are supposed to not be smiley…right?

Here’s some Patriot Pride.

Isaac, I had so much fun on our day at the football field, even though it was 107 degrees outside and we were melting. You are an extraordinary young man. Like I said, a true gentleman in a world that so desperately needs more young men like you. I wish you much success. Here’s to a great senior year.

Not so sleepy Liam…a teaser.

Posted on September 5, 2009

I got to photograph my very first newborn baby today! It was exciting. It was fun. It was a challenge. Here’s a quick sneak peak into Liam’s adventures as a brand new person. More to come soon!

I’ll be back with more soon. I promise!