Baby Derek is one month old, and oh so handsome. Look at that adorable smile.

His big sister, and big brother were big helpers during the photo session. It was so fun to chat with them.

The other day I had a great time hanging out with two gorgeous little girls. Seriously, they are just stunning aren’t they? I just love their bright blue eyes with the dark hair.  I don’t know how I get so lucky to work with the most beautiful children, but I do.

Little S showed me her room, and we got to play together. She was so delightful and charming. Her cute little voice calling me to come play with her melted my heart.  Her sister is equally charming and lovely. Here you can see her smiling for her mommy. I’m a sucker for those looks babies give their mommies.

We also went in the backyard so she could show me how she climbs trees. I’m so impressed with her tree climbing skills at just 3.

The next series of photos are some of my most favorite. It’s my first official pillow fight during a photo session.

Isn’t it crazy how 5 months of being pregnant can last for an eternity, but the first 5 months after the baby is born flies by?

He’s already 18 pounds, is rolling over, and is just starting to eat solid foods.

He shoves everything into his mouth with gusto.  It’s as if he will just not survive if he doesn’t get whatever he’s after into his mouth as soon as possible.

His hands are very busy busy grabbing and pounding away at everything around him.

He wants to be held all the time, and doesn’t sleep well at night.

His naps during the day are not regular, and only last around 15 minutes.

He’s very friendly, and just loves it when people talk to him.

He’s squishy and cuddly, and despite the lack of sleep and the ability to get anything done, I’ll keep him.

Any of you mothers out there can attest to the fact that our job is dirty. We are constantly dealing with all sorts of things we have to clean up.  Of course there are the dirty diapers that need changing, dirty clothes that need laundering, the dishes, counters, and don’t get me started on the floors.  I hate doing all those things, but I don’t mind cleaning up my baby. His little folds of fat need cleaning out regularly, and luckily he outgrew his hatred of the bath. Bath time is now a great time I get to spend with him one on one, smiling, laughing, tickling. After they’re all clean and fresh it’s one of my favorite times for pictures. Try it out with your little ones.  Have your camera ready for bath time.

See this kid? Yes, the cute one in blue. Today he took over and decided he was the boss of me.  Sure he’s only 4 months old, and cannot walk, talk, or use the toilet. It doesn’t matter. He’s in control, and he would like to be held 24 hours a day thank you very much. Don’t even attempt to put him down, no not for even 1 second.  He seems to think I should do nothing except attend to his needs. I mean really, the nerve of me needing to even clean his spit-up off of the floor. He would rather I leave it and play with him. Those other kids that live with us? They can fend for themselves. They don’t need clean clothes, help with homework, or dinner. After all the world does revolve around him. Yes, he is one demanding boss.

My baby brother is now a Dad. My baby brother who is the youngest of 6 kids. Being one of the oldest I had the privilege of changing his diapers, and they were cloth diapers… with pins. I fed him baby food, made him bottles, and babysat him for my mom all the time. How can it be possible that he’s now someone’s Daddy? Well, he is, and she’s so very sweet and lovable.

Adrianna has a sweet story to her birth.  Four days before she was born our grandmother passed away.  My grandmother had red hair, and of course loved the redheads.  My brother and I had some red hair growing up, and of course my daughter now has it.  She has been the only grandchild with it so far, until little Adrianna was born. Coincidence?  I think not.

I’m smitten with this little guy.  He’s growing fast and furious these days.  He’s already over 17 pounds at 4 months old.  I remember that my daughters were 17 pounds at a year old. He smiles like this at me all day long. Each time I feel so grateful that I have him in my life.  It wasn’t easy to get him here, but it was all completely worth it.  He’s an amazing blessing in all of our lives.

Mr. W has the cutest little chunky arms. He’s just too adorable for words.

W is a new addition to a family I’ve worked with before.  You may remember the picture below from my blog and website.  Little S is now a big girl who is almost 2 years old.

Their big sister is 3 now, and such a fun little model for me.  I could take her picture all day.

I really enjoyed meeting this sweet little New Years baby last week.  She’s not only  gorgeous in every way, but also a natural in front of the camera.

It’s been a good 3 months, and look how big my boy is getting!