Sweet, sweet, brothers! I had so much fun photographing these little boys the other day. They are such charmers. This first shot is definitely my favorite but here are a few runner-ups too.


While these little guys were pretty darn close to perfect, I have to include this last one just so you know that it wasn't ALL hugs and cuddles. Sometimes big brothers cuddle a little too hard.

What about you guys? Any favorite shots this Friday? Leave links to your images, blogs, Flickrstreams, etc. in the comments section below or add them to my FSF Flickr pool.  Happy weekend my friends!

How Favorite Shot Friday works...you post your favorite pics on your blog (Flickr or wherever) and then comment here with a link. People who come here go and visit your blog. They then put pictures on their blog and link back here too. It creates a big, awesome circle of fun images. Don't be shy, join in!

Sometimes, the shot that I love the most is not the one that the client picks. Maybe it's because it's not a big smile, they're not looking right at the camera, they're off center or one of a myriad of other reasons. Sometimes that shot is my very favorite of the entire session and I, sadly, let them say no to it. In this case, both Mom and I agreed that this sweet little face was one of the very best of the session.

What about you, pros and regular folks alike, do you have any shots like this?  Those favorites that don't quite fit the mold but melt your heart anyway? I'd love to see them! Share your links in the comments section below.

Happy wednesday!

Last week Steven and I got to see our little girl in all of her 3 dimensional glory. It was amazing! I made the appt. on a whim not realizing just how incredible it would be to see her like that. She looked like she could be born that day. At first she was a little shy as you can see. She hid her face behind her arms and hands. All it took was a few sweet words from Steven and she opened up.

We were both blown away. There she was...even more real than she already was for us. It was magical to see her move and feel her move at the same time.

She looks so much like Finnian in this picture. We are both more anxious than ever to meet her and see this sweet face in person. Right now 7 weeks seems so far away but I'm sure it will fly by. For now, we'll just have to be patient and enjoy this sweet little smile.

well, of course, I had to bring my camera! Isn't he just the cutest? He cuddled mom, nursing and cooing while we talked about birth and babies. She gave birth naturally without meds, which is also my plan.

It's seems a little crazy to me but I'm actually excited about my upcoming labor. Maybe it's because it's my 3rd. The first time I was pregnant, I was terrified of labor and delivery. I had no idea what to expect and was completely indoctrinated by the current American propaganda that birth is this insane, ultra painful process that should be mitigated and medicated. Never mind that we, meaning women, delivered our babies at home for most of history until a radical shift on the late 1930's.  For baby#2, I had an epidural but it didn't work. That day I thought to myself, if I ever do this again (meaning have a baby), I'll just do it without drugs. The thought was/is, if my epidural isn't going to work and I'm going to have pain anyway, I want to have the freedom to move and help myself through it. I want to own it. So, that is where I am today. We're 7 weeks away from baby #3 and I'm looking forward to it. I think my husband thinks I'm crazy but he's supportive nonetheless. Its feels a little bit like when I was training for triathlons last year. I know it will be challenging and even a bit scary at times but I also know that I absolutely can do it.

More sweetness...

Watching my friend and her new little man made me even more excited for our baby to be here. I can't wait for that first moment when they place her on my chest and I get to see her face. I feel so grateful to have this experience one more time. I know that she needs to stay in there for a little bit longer but I sure am anxious to have her here, in my arms.

Today we had a 3-D ultrasound done. I'm not sure what I loved more, seeing her sweet face or seeing Steven's face as he watched her. He's smitten already and she's not even out yet.

What about you friends? Any favorite shots this Friday? Post links to your images, blogs, Flickr, etc. in the comments section below or add them to my FSF Flickr pool.  Happy weekend everyone!