My Littles!

   One and a half years ago Mark and I made the big financial decision to buy an expensive camera. I "crossed my heart, hoped to die cry, put a needle in my eye" (wow...I don't think that as a child I ever really realized how truly horrible that saying is!) that I would make really good use of this camera. We ordered it and I eagerly awaited its arrival. Once it showed up we got it out and took a couple pictures...and then let it sit. I use it...every once in a while, to take a picture or two, but I have learned that I am not a natural photographer and that maybe I have a little too much camera for my skill level. But, no fear, because all of this is going to change! This Maternity Leave I have vowed (in a much less descriptive manner than the first time) that I will become more proficient at using my camera. After all, I have SUCH CUTE subject matter to take pictures of! I also do have quite a few resources that I can learn from - the internet, my older sisters (they are both so talented! You can check out my oldest sister's pictures at Blessings From Above.), and I have a very talented Aunt that teaches classes (Rita Zietsma Photography) so that is always an option as well (budget willing!). Anyways, this past week I sat down and read a couple of blog posts on how to take better pictures of children. I tried out some of the tips and here are the results:). I am happy with them - they are definitely better than what I have been getting in the past!

My baby boy - I think he is so handsome!

I am always so amazed at how small babies are - such precious tiny hands :) 

Peyton Joy - having a rare serious moment

I love my little girl so much! :) 

This is a more common "PJ face"!

This is PJ watching our elderly gentleman neighbour! He is 96 and a half years old! We hope to go visit him later this week! 

He is starting to coo and just yesterday was his first smile! Can't wait to capture that on camera!

   These last two are definitely not anything spectacular but they are pictures of my two littles together! PJ absolutely adores her little brother and he seems to be taking more and more of an interest in her! She is always showering him with kisses and wants to "coogle" (cuddle) him all the time! I love them so much!