Nashville Bound

For the last three weeks I have been moping around my psychotically clean house, cringing at the sound of Jessie packing and consistently reminding him of all the reasons why it is completely asinine to leave Boulder. Does he not remember how big my hair can get in that kind of humidity? Who will entertain us if we can't sit on Pearl Street and watch all the characters pass by? The dogs will surely hate us when they discover leash laws, not to mention flees. And do you recall seeing the mountains out your window in Nashville, because I don't?!

But for every "con" I throw at him he has a more valid "pro," and so despite my tantrums, we are Nashville bound. Finally tonight, I've begun to wrap my tired brain around the fact that this is not the end of the world, but the path that has been layed out for us by someone much wiser than me. And as things continue to fall into place and opportunities arise, it is becoming more evident that this is not the worst part of a very hard year, but the start of a new season.

So, on that note, I am very excited about once again having air conditioning (it was 89 degrees in my office the other day.) I cannot wait to get some Mexican food (it's way better in Tennessee - I made Jessie leave the first Mexican restaurant I went to in Boulder due to the subpar cheese dip situation - it's true.) And even though I'm sure I'll leave a little bit of my heart in Boulder, a lot more of my heart is there. So bring on the southern accent and frizzy hair, we are coming home! And, I *might* even help pack a box tonight...

Love.

I tend to leave myself in a constant state of being slightly uncomfortable, so as to not get bored. So it was only natural for me to wind up outside my comfort zone this summer with my shoots. It started off with new friends, martinis, relentless rain, and an engagement shoot. Despite the distracting martinis and big raindrops we eventually managed to get to work and take some great pictures! This couple reminds me so much of Jessie and me, and I can not wait to go float the creek and eat hot dogs with them this summer!

Cutie Pie

Another little cutie pie was welcomed to the world a few weeks ago. He was just about a week old when we did his session, and he didn't make a peep! All these sweet babies that don't cry are going to confuse me and make me think I need one! My 85 year old grandfather frequently asks me, "Haven't you figured out how those things are made YET?!" Yes grandpa, I am aware.

Mr. O Arrived!

I still can't believe all eight pounds of him was hiding in this little belly! I was blessed with the best babies last week. Mr. O was all sweet and squishy and chubby {my fav}, there was no crying {really}, and no one pooped on me {yay}! However, I can't report that this lovely white duvet had the same good fortune. What can I say, we were asking for trouble! All in the name of art...

The Good and the Bad

I have been a bad little blogger for the last month, so I'm trying to redeem myself this week! Staying true to {I Hate You} 2009, June has brought more gloom. It seems that the bad news comes from every direction, almost every day. For now I'm holding out for my birthday in August to bring a new season I like to call Easy Street and lift this ginormous black cloud that has been hovering. But, in efforts to cheer myself up in the meantime, I will send some sort of wonderful prize to the reader who leaves the best "Good News" comment. And it must be real good news! No fabrications! And for your viewing pleasures, a little baby belly and a lot of love.

Happy Father's Day!

Tuesday morning I got up bright and early and walked up the hill to the hippo house. I had gotten a call the previous week from a mom wanting to surprise her husband with pictures of their boys for Father's Day. When she started giving me directions, I new exactly where she lived. Who can miss the pretty blue house on top of the hill with a big hippo head hanging over the front door to greet you? I knew it was going to be a fun shoot! The boys were awesome and so adorable, and I left with fresh lettuce to plant in my garden and a cute little abandoned bird nest that we found. So, surprise to the dad of the hippo house! I hope you have a very happy Father's Day. And happy Father's Day to my dad too! {This is a test to see if you're reading my blog on a regular basis.} :)

To Daddy-

You are so awesome. Thank you for being such a terrific daddy! We love you!

The {boys}

June Gloom

Rain, rain go away
You're making it very hard to get through sessions
And your lightening
Tried to strike me the other day
Amen