Utah Spring

Utah is a tease. It likes to give you touches of spring that make you so excited for it to arrive then it pummels you with winter. Big, huge snowflakes that don't stick. Fun to watch, but still wish for spring.

Toofleth

Leena is going to be 7 in a couple of months and had yet to have lost a tooth. She would tell me who at school had lost one and that she was the only one who hadn't. Well she finally had a loose tooth to brag about. She was willing to have her Dad pull it. So he proceeded to pull it with little complaint from her. When he was done I told him that that wasn't the one that was ready. So she let him pull the other one that was ready. Anyway, she was thrilled and excited that she was twice richer. This was just after him pulling it with a smile and everything.

Funny Story

So when I went to pick up the kids, Leena got in and I noticed that she had something on her lip. I thought maybe she took a pen and dotted on a mustache. When we got home I was able to inspect it better. I always think of crazy possibilities, like what disease would cause her to have this on her lip. I realized I was being silly and asked her if she, by chance had sucked on a bottle. It looked like a bruise and the only way I thought she could get it is if she had sucked on a bottle hard with her lip on the inside. I remember doing silly things like that as a kid. Sure enough I was right. I could stop laughing about it so I had to take a picture. She had to sport this dashing mustache for a few days. The picture doesn't do it justice.

The World Of Princess

Thanks to some great friends, I was able to take my girls to see Disney on Ice. I wanted to take my camera, but I already had to lug my baby in the rain and I didn't want to carry the whole bag (I know....excuses). So this is the picture I took for the day. We had a blast! I love ice skating. I used to love watching it with my Mom.

Play Time

I love watching my kids play and seeing what they come up with. Apparently Ariel and Aurora were fighting over Prince Eric and Tiana and Cinderella were stopping by for a visit.

Snow Bunnies

For Sale

Check it out here.

Doctor Visit

Happy to report that my little man is recovering well from the dreaded

RSV. He was such a trooper. Had to poke him a couple of times though, which is always so hard to watch.

After I shot this picture it made me think of the character band aids that I refuse to buy. If I did buy them they would ask for a band aid for a bruise or anything that gave them the slightest twinge. I guess I may be what my son was repeating after he received a punishment the other day, "mean".:)

Playing With Dolls

Playing with some ideas in my head. This is what my girls think of Eli. Just another doll to dress and take care of. He thought it was hilarious as well. I have to admit I enjoy playing dolls with him. :)

Valentine's

Had some fun doing some Valentine's this year. This one was such a cutie.

Blessing Day

My big guys Blessing Day was today. Love this little guy, in case I haven't said it before. This was my oldest's blessing outfit that my mom made and now Eli gets to wear it.

Gearing Up

Gearing up for Valentines Day so I took some shots of my girl. She is so easy to take pictures of and works the camera so well. You can see more from her Valentine shoot on my photography blog. www.reneebathphotography.blogspot.com

Winter Princess

Hugs & Kisses

I bought this statue for a friend that lost her beautiful baby boy just before he entered this world. I wanted to take a picture of it before we sent it off. Their pain is unimaginable to me. I can't hardly stand to think about what if, or what would I do. I think they have been so strong and amazing through the whole process, although I am sure many tears have been shed. With my new little one here, it makes me want to hug all my little ones much more and cover them with kisses. I hope they know that our thoughts and prayers have been with them. So I would like to say this photo is inspired or rather dedicated to all those who have lost littles ones at all stages and ages. I love my forever family.

New Sheriff In Town

That's what her class calls the student of the week, The New Sheriff In Town. She was so excited. We had to put a picture of her favorite pet on her poster and since we don't have a live pet she chose her favorite stuffed pet. Did you know it's a pillow, it's a pet, it's a pillow pet? I hated those things and vowed I wouldn't own one. But when her only wish for Christmas was a Pillow Pet, I had to allow Santa to bring it.

365 - I Did It

Dealing with a blessing, company, everyday goings on, sick kids, and now a very sick newborn, I have neglected to post my last picture for my 365 Challenge. Well here it is. This was a difficult challenge, but very enjoyable and I feel I have learned a lot about photography as well as myself and my many layers. I thought that this picture shows my most important layer, my family.I love the man that helps me take care of these kids and forever loves me as love him. My world would be so different and not nearly so pleasant without them. My family is everything to me and I started this challenge with a picture of them and I will finish it with the same. I thank them for all their patience and love during everything and their loving support on this challenge. And so I end this years challenge and thank all who may have enjoyed it with me. I will continue so please check back. It just may not be as often.

364 - To Be Expected

She got her chin when she climbed on the toilet to wipe off the fog from the mirror after her shower. She was brave and I was glad it wasn't worse. It is part of the territory of raising kids, I guess.

363 - Toppings

Home made pizza on the menu. My favorite is plain old pepperoni. I wish I liked all the other stuff because it sure is pretty. What is your favorite pizza toppings?

362 - Rori Roo

Time for Rori's pictures and I thought I would try out some different ideas for backdrops. We will be re-shooting since she was a bit of a stinker and this is the only shot that I liked.

361 - Dancing Queen

Dancing and cooking dinner with my girls. Totally Priceless!