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So, who tell me, why are you proud of a dad or grad in your life?

newborn:: baby s {Seattle Newborn Photographer}

Sunday was your typical Seattle day, rainy and overcast, but I got to brighten my day with sweet little Baby S.  This little girl is so lucky to have two proud parents and a gorgeous head of hair! Baby S was a dream and even woke up for a bit to show off her beautiful eyes.  I had so much fun and I had even more fun editing!

Ferry Fun {Seattle Family Photographer}

By the time you read this I will be traveling with my family across the country to Florida.  Back in January we booked tickets to Orlando to visit my aunt and uncle and we have been anxiously counting down the days.  Well, the day has finally come and hopefully all will go well.  We will be traveling with a 1 1/2 year old, a 2 1/2 year old and two- 4 hour flight segments.  Oh, geez!!I will be sure to post photos when we come back!

Speaking of travel, in March, we went to San Juan island to visit family and I am just now getting around to uploading our photos. We had a smooth, casual trip boarding a ferry on a beautiful Pacific Northwest day.  The boys loved walking on the beach, collecting rocks, and throwing sticks for Emma.  We had a wonderful time and will hopefully go back soon!

Clark:: One Year Old!

Mr. K :: 18 months Tulip Town {Seattle Childrens Photographer}

I am so blessed to be the mother of this kid. Kannon is my joy, my frustration, my happiness and sadness all in one. He makes us laugh, cry, and almost pee our pants.

Kannon is growing up day by day and learning like a sponge. He jumps, bounces, and runs off beds (yes, now you understand the wet pants). His voice is becoming apparent as he squeals out an occasional "hello" or "buh bye".

To our surprise, he said "hello, brother" and "I love you". Of course, they are mumbled half-syllable sentences but we love hearing those sweet words nonetheless.

We had a spree of visitors and headed to Mount Vernon to look at the tulip fields. We had a wonderful time as we rode tractors and swept away to another time and place.

Kannon is growing up and we are savoring every day until I start work full-time and send Kannon to preschool----yes, preschool.

(This is my favorite pic of all!!!)

I am hoping to squeeze one more photo session in before I head to Phoenix for my Teach For America institute training but I am not promising anything.  So this may be the last of photo sessions for a while.  In the meantime, wander over to Domestic Adventures, our family blog featuring a 365-Ipod Photo Project.

Spring!

We celebrated the first day of Spring with a trip downtown for Daffodil Day.  Unfortunately, it didn't feel very "springy" in the cold Seattle weather.  Both boys were tired, stuffed up, and ended up falling asleep in Starbucks before they passed out daffodils.  We did get a few quick pics in before the day ended.

love.

Rediscovered

I was cleaning up my desktop when I noticed these photos that were ignored during their original edits.  This is why I NEVER delete photos (not entirely true, I delete fuzzy, unfocused, boring, unprofessional photos but you get the point).  Yes, my external hard-drives are full, but it is worth it to go back and find something new about a photo.  I find new meaning with photos or reminisce a little. These had were taken a while back but remind me how fast kids grow. 

This was taken when Kannon was 7 months old.  He is wearing Dale's favorite hat that we acquired at an antique shop.  Unfortunately the hat has disappeared but that cutie is still around!

Kannon was 12 months old in these photos.  I meant to send them out for his birthday invites but never got around to it.  He still loves the goldfish----an the goldfish is still around!

 There are a lot of things wrong with this photo technically speaking.  The inconsistent lighting etc.  However, I love his little feet in this photo. They make a little heart!  Clark was about 2 or 3 months old and I was having a HARD time getting him to cooperate....but this one steals my heart.  He has my papa's (and my mama's) feet.  He is also sporting my engagement ring which is my great-grandma Pete's diamond.  Between Dale's eyebrows, my nose, and a widow's peak, this kid is calling to all generations!  I love the sentiment.

Little C:: 6 months {Seattle Children's Photographer}

Our little Clark turned 6 months today.  It is hard to believe how 6 months already went by!  It is even harder believe how cute this little guy is!!!

Mr. K:: 16 months {Seattle Children's Photographer}

These are a month overdue. We moved our computer upstairs, changed some files around, and I could never get them uploaded.  But here they are---FINALLY! 

We went to Long Beach, CA to visit my family and while we had some down time, Kannon and I hit the beach.  He loved the sand, the slide, the blue skies.  He kept pointing "up".  Clearly, we don't see enough sunshine in Seattle!

Our big boy, is now a 22 lb, running, jumping, signing, screeching toddler!  Oh joy!

More of Little C's 4 Month Pics {Seattle Baby Photographer}

I posted the "Many Faces of Clark" but never finished the rest.  Well, tonight was my chance to catch up and catch up I did!  I have *gasp* over 100 photos edited and ready to upload from our month of adventure.  Before we jump to those, remember little Clark?  He isn't so little anymore!!!

Little C 4 Months {Seattle Baby Photographer}

It is hard to believe 4 months has passed since Clark joined our family.  He is a joy--so happy and content.  He has started rolling over, grabbing toys, and exploring his hands and feet.  Lately he has discovered his ability to express himself.  What a doll! 

Mr.K::15 Months {Seattle Children's Photographer}

My sweet boy just keeps growing!  Lately, he has been climbing, exploring, and it is hard to keep up (especially when you have a baby strapped to your chest!).  My little toddler is revealing his personality to us day by day and we are in love with the little man he is becoming.  Joy!

{Wishful Thinking Photography} Giveaway

Just thought I would share the awesome giveaway that Seattle area (Lake Stevens actually) photographer is doing in honor of their 1-year in business anniversary.  Wishful Thinking Photography is giving away some awesome swag to their readers.  Swag includes some beautiful frames from Organic Bloom, MCP Actions, and some beautiful headbands!  You can find out more about the giveaway on their blog.

Speaking of anniversaries, my birthday is on Friday and as a gift to myself I am loading the boys up for a trip to Vancouver, WA for the Cotton Babies grand opening.  I am such a cloth diaper junkie!!! I can't wait to share pics of our adventure!

{Seattle Children Photographer} Kannon and Clark

We had  a mini-impromptu photo session yesterday.  Clark was doing tummy time on the table and Kannon was eating lunch.  They were both wearing their new superhero diapers from the Giving Tree (I stalked these on New Years!) and before I could blink I was snapping photos of the two of them. 


These two are going to be best friends! 

***Note: Clark should be wearing the superman diaper but Kannon insisted on wearing it. 

{Seattle Newborn Photographer} little penguin

Our little guy is growing so fast.  To mark his 2-month birth day, we had a little photo session with our little penguin. 

{Seattle Childrens Photographer} Dr. Fin, Medicine Fish

I had been wanting to do a cake smash photo shoot of Kannon but was feeling less than thrilled about the clean-up.  We got this goldfish as part of Kannon's 1st B-Day theme and decided the fish would make a perfect 1st B-Day photo shoot.  Now, the sunshine has been touch and go in Seattle lately so we had to make it quick.  Somehow in our journey, Mr. Fin became known as Dr. Fin, Medicine Fish.  Kannon loved the little dude and quite the mess splashing around.  Happy 1-st B-Day Kannon!

{Seattle Family Children Maternity Babies Photographer} Holiday Mini-Sessions!

It is not too late to get those family photos in time for Christmas cards!  

Book a mini-session between 

October 15-November 15 

and 

I will waive the session fee and include a complimentary 8x10 print

For more information please contact Kat at 

happymamaphotography@gmail.com

or at 206.257.0514