Just finished this layout of my just-turned-six year old, and it was not easy! I mean, I had the design done in no time, but then I wanted to come up with some little point-form facts about her right now – today. It was harder than I thought! Wow, do I really not know my children very well? I mean, I couldn’t tell you what her favorite color is or her favorite song… I think I should be awarded the “worst mother of the year” award at this point. I had my husband come in and help a bit, and we did manage to brainstorm a few observations about her, which I ended up being so happy with. But honestly… I need to sit down and interview this child. It’s on my to-do list..
Another item on my to-do list, however, has now been completed – adding more tulle to the pink tutu I made a while back. I bought some hot pink tulle to add to the light pinks and I love how it turned out. I couldn’t wait to take some photos, but the wather was NOT co-operating (i.e. – 30 degree with the windchill). I agree with my 7 year old’s sentiment “I wish windchill did not EXIST! Except maybe in the summer…” Ditto! ANywa, I forced her into the tutu for some photos, but I’m not all that happy with them. What brave girl, though, going outside for a few shots before school. BRRRR! No, I didn’t torture her, she was outside for about 1 minute and I snapped the photo. She wasn’t even cold (she says) but I was. And no, my daughter is not blue I just used my billboard action for a fun look for the last 2 photos. I kinda like it. I can’t believe this child will be baptized in a month. CRAZAY! I have full confidence in her, though. She’s fantastic. She is already pestering me about fasting on Sundays now. *sigh* to be that excited about going hungry…..



So, if you actually read blog titles you may be wondering about the last part. Remember when I was having a “wo is me” moment a while back? Well, I had another one. I blame it on hormones, but it was still unwelcome! BLAH! I got to wondering (strictly through negative thinking) if I should have ventured into the professional photography thing. I felt ready to pack it up, pack it in! I suppose it was amplified by the fact that I haven’t been loving the shots I’ve been getting around here lately, feeling slightly isolated here, having my 18 month old crying non-stop for hours (still not sure why) and maybe a bit of the “winter blahs” creeping into the picture. Did I have any
valid excuse for feeling that way? Absolutely not. In fact, I had had a great day with some gals from the ward, but somehow I ended up feeling so down by the end of the day.
Anyway, my ever patient husband listened to me whine a bit, cry a bit, and feel generally blah. Then, he surprised me with a dozen long stemmed roses AND some chocolate. Oh sweet, sweet day. It’s amazing what that small act of kindness did for me. Have I said how much I love my husband? Well, I’ll say it again! I LOVE MY MAN!
Your layout is absolutely beautiful – don’t be so hard on yourself Bobbi!>>Love that pink tutu – Taylor would absolutely love something like that – if only I sewed!>>Sending HUGZ your way Bobbi!
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don’t stop the photography thing, you are awesome! i have the winter blues, too…let’s hope it warms up soon!
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We all have those days. Cry on my shoulder any day. I hope you are feeling much better soon. It’s the weather for sure. Cabin fever. You just need a little sunshine. IT will come. Hang in there. And YES you have the most FAB husband ever! Love the Flowers!!!! Wheres’ the photo of the chocolates? LOL!>Talia is right….don’t stop the photography. You truly are too hard on yourself. I was just going through my photos today and I could pin point every one that you did. You are SO talented.
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oh, and p.s….love the tutu pics. love ’em.
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First of all, your page is totally awesome – love that layout! Second, your photograpy rocks so don’t you dare quit! I totally understand about being down, been there lots myself recently – good for your husband for being so sweet! (((CYBER HUGS))) to you you! *STAMPIN HUGS* Alex
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I really enjoy your blog. I am overwhelmed with your talent. I open Adobe and am at a complete loss! Honestly maybe I am not able to learn it. Do you know a good class I could take or tutorial?>>I am SO tired of winter too!
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HI! You gave me the link to your tutorial on blog headers…and I’ve gone through pretty much all of your tutorial…I LOVE THEM. I learned SO much. THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU! I was wondering if you could do one on having a b/w photo with one thing in color. Like flowers in color with the rest of the pic in b/w. I hope that makes sense. Thanks again!
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Your photography is amazing! What a sweet hubby trying to make you feel better 🙂 And love your tutu pics! I just saw that tutu pattern a little while ago and was thinking of making one. I love how yours turned out!
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I cant believe how much thoes girls are growing!!! Tamber is a brave little girl to go out in them temps to have a pic with a “pink” TUTU!!!! Very good idea with no sewing though…think I’ll ever get one on my kids….lmao!!!!>Kudos to your hubby too hun! I love it when Craig does little things like that for me!!!>>Penny>http://www.mzpennykreations.com
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I have always thought your photos were fabulous! I love the tutu…it’s so cute. And your daughter is so photogenic! I hope I have half your talent when I grow up!
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