Pictures

We had some wonderful friends from Austin come and visit last weekend. And one of them just happens to be a super talented photographer who took some family pictures for us. I somehow got a few on my computer while we were peeking at them over the weekend, but I am waiting on all the fun ones to come with the editing.

It's always tough to do family pictures because either the weather doesn't cooperate, or someone is upset with someone who keeps teasing, or if nothing else the dog keeps getting distracted by every single squirrel that runs by. For me though I love it, crazy weather and all. Love that we get a quick chance to capture life right now at this moment. The good and the bad. Yes, Grace hates her braces, but I love them. I love that I can have pictures to look back on to remember how sweet she looks in them. Just one more sign that she is growing up too fast. Caleb is at that awkward 12-year old stage where he doesn't quite know how to do his hair, or if he really even would ever shower if I didn't force him to. And Miss Madeline is my baby. The one who will still let me hand her a furry vest for pictures and will wear it with a smile. Her crazy smile with her crazy little teeth and beautiful freckles totally melt my heart. Soon enough she will be in braces. So, I'm loving this totally unedited picture of me and my girls. The good and the bad. The braces, the crooked teeth, and the fact that my feet look like they are about to take over the picture. It's totally us. Although......I'm sure I'll be really happy when I see the edited one in a few weeks. ;)