Funky

Hmm… a couple of those pics look kinda funky when I posted them on here…oh well…. I’ll try to fix it tomorrow :) Night!

The Allen Family

Another mini session I did back in August….

 

The kids were a lot of fun…they were a little rowdy..but they were having fun so I didn’t mind a bit…makes the pics more fun!

Here’s one all sweet and innocent….

And 2 seconds later…

And another one of Mom and the kiddos…

Mini sessions are perfect for families…they only take 15-20 minutes and the session fee is less! But we still have fun and get great shots! Stay tuned for my 2010 pricing guide….mini sessions will be available more often throughout the year!

Monday, Monday….

As the first Monday of the year is coming to a close…I’m indulging in one of my guilty pleasures – watching the Bachelor and eating Oreos…(ok 2 guilty pleasures). I thought now would be a good time to do some blog posts. I have about 50 sessions to share…seriously. I got so far behind but I really want to share them anyway….so I’m going to just do a little blog-o-thon over the next week and post about 5-7 sessions each day. My goal is to be current in a week so I can share new stuff. I’m also working on my fresh, new blog and website….yay!!

So first up for your viewing pleasure is the Pugh girls…. I did a mini session with them on the beach back in August (gasp!) Then the littlest one turned a year old a few weeks later and I did a few pics of her in her cute l’il tutu!

 

A Change of Scenery…

I spend a lot of time in my office. We’re talking about 2/3 of my waking hours.  Over the past 6 months I’ve been blessed to be able to make some changes to my cozy little space. First…back in July I desperately needed to get rid of the yellow….so we painted it a pretty blue. Then about 2 months ago, my business was doing so well (thank you very much) that I was able to purchase a new computer. It was needed desperately. It has allowed my productivity to soar through the roof! I didn’t realize how bad it was until I got the new one. Then this weekend….I felt the need to upgrade my desk when my husband pointed out that mine was literally falling apart. I had had it since high school. It moved across the country with me and then probably through at least 10 more moves within NC/SC. At one point it even fell out of the back of a pick up truck (during one of the moves)..lol. So we got me some new furniture yesterday! We worked hard to get it all put the desk together (yes, I helped for 5+ hours) and at almost midnight last night, my geek squad (aka Brian) hooked up all my stuff….except there was one problem. My monitor was dead. Whaaaaat??  We tried it on numerous computers (there are many in our house..haha)…and it didn’t work on any. Well, crap. So this a.m. I became the proud owner of a new 23” widescreen LCD monitor that I loooooove. Soooo….just thought I’d share a couple before/after pics.

I can’t believe I’m even going to show this before picture… it’s awful..lol

And now…..

I actually have room to spare….the bookcase still has 2 shelves that are empty…. and the top of my desk has room for framed pics or some other kinda cutesy items. Unbelievable.. 

Thank you to my wonderful hubby for putting up with me and all my spontaneous projects :)

Back to school and work tomorrow for the Mathews household….I’m kinda glad.

Happy New Year!!

Wow! Hard to believe that it’s 2010…where does the time go? We had a rough year in 2009 but also had many many blessings. I am so grateful to have a loving family and to get to do what I am passionate about every single day! I’m not big on resolutions, but I one thing I want to do is try to blog more. I love to read other people’s blogs so hopefully one or two people like to read mine. I still have tons of client sessions to share and hope to get those caught up relatively quickly. In the meantime, I thought I’d share how we rang in the New Year. Brace yourself…it was pretty lively :)

Last night, Brian, Anthony and I went over to my Mom and Dad’s house  to have dinner with them and Diana (my sis), Ed (her hubby)and the kids (Lillian and Edwin). We feasted on the most glorious meal – thick, juicy steaks with mushrooms and onions….a yummy salad…fresh bread…baked potatoes and cookies and pie for dessert. Mmmmmmmmmm…so good. After dinner we spent lots of time laughing at the kiddos. They keep us entertained for sure. One of the other things I want to do more of in the coming year is take more pictures for myself. I get so caught up in taking pics/capturing memories for other families..I tend to forget my own!! So I broke out the camera and what happened? Edwin and Anthony started playing the game…"Don’t let Katie/Mommy take my picture!!” They ran all over the place….

After a little while, I got them to look at the camera and smile…well, at least Edwin did… (notice the brownie mouth!)

And then because nothing says Happy New Year like a 2 year old “beating up” a 6 year old…..Edwin pounced all over Anthony like usual. It’s pretty funny to watch. Note: no children were harmed in the making of these photos….:)

Finally, to add to the craziness we brought our new Wii console and games over. I get teased on facebook because most of my statuses since Christmas have said something about playing the Wii in them..but it is so darn fun. I think my current favorite is Mario Kart…it’s addicting!! I keep saying “Ok last race and then I’m going to bed…. (or whatever else I’m supposed to do)” and then I find myself hitting “Next Race.” Anthony loves it because he and I are usually playing together and then he gets to stay up later too!

The first game we got out last night was boxing. We laughed so hard. Ed started it out against Anthony….on other days, Anthony had beat me, Brian and Diana….but Uncle Ed was a bit too much for him! Uncle Ed won!

Diana recorded the action which should be pretty hilarious. Then she turned the camera on me….what was she thinking? haha….so I took a pic of her taking a picture..yes, I’m a dork!

Uncle Brian and Edwin watched the action closely… Look at Edwin’s red cheeks – he was so sweaty from all of the running around!

 

The next match….Ed & Brian…I’ll let the pics tell you who won!

And then Pappy had to get in on the action…. he did really good and almost beat Ed…but Ed prevailed…

Diana and I played the last round of boxing, but I hid the camera…..I didn’t want proof of me losing to my little sister!! haha

Just a few more pics of the cute boys….I am so blessed to have such a wonderful family. We missed my brother and sister in law, but this is their year to come at Thanksgiving instead of Christmas (from Minnesota)…so we saw them about a month ago….but it never feels “complete” without them. 

Happy New Year!

Anticipation….

The presents are wrapped…..the tree/house is decorated….the candles are lit…the Christmas music is playing….it’s my favorite time of year!!!! I can’t believe that tomorrow is already December 24th! Where has this year gone?!? We haven’t had the easiest year in our family but we sure have been blessed! Today is a special day for me…exactly 6 months ago today I made a life changing decision (which I won’t be sharing the details of…) but I am so very thankful today. My life is so much better and I just can’t wait to celebrate the birth of Jesus with my family and friends! I am absolutely giddy…I don’t know who is more excited…me? or my 6 year old? haha

I’ll be taking some time off over the next 2 weeks to spend with friends and family, but will still check email and hopefully I’ll get a bunch of blogging done – I have TONS of sessions to share and I want to get caught up before I start my 2010 sessions! Response time to email may be a bit slower than usual, but all of the sessions are edited and pics are delivered…so you shouldn’t need anything anyway :) (But if you do…shoot me an email)..

Merry Christmas to you and yours from The Mathews Family!!!

Coming Up For Air…..And Ordering Deadlines…

I know I know…I have not blogged in like 3 weeks. Where have I been? Well right after Lillian was born my brother and sister in law were here for Thanksgiving and then on Black Friday….my husband started throwing up (fun) and by Sunday my son had it and by Monday I had it…it was an ugly ugly week…we were all so sick. In the meantime, I edited almost 30 photo sessions and shot about 10 more….and then we had more family in from out of town. Add to that…orders orders orders….and holiday cards and well…me and my new computer have been getting very well acquainted!! Oh yea and we did the PPD Holiday Party this past weekend too. Whew! I’m tired just writing about it all..haha.

So I have lots of sessions to share with you and plan to do that very soon, but in the meantime I needed to let everyone know about the holiday deadline(s) for ordering cards and prints.

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 17TH is the LAST day you can order prints/cards if you want them here in time for Christmas!!!!

And because a post is no good w/out a picture….this one just cracks me up – here’s one from one of my recent family sessions.