Thursday, August 2, 2012

One year: Our family

Miles 1 Year

A few weeks ago, the lovely and talented Kelly Benton risked injury and arrest to take photos in celebration of Miles’ one-year birthday.

Miles 1 Year

The day was hot – still in the 90s when we shot at 6 p.m. – and the abandoned factory/brownfield proved less than ideal for shooting a 1-year-old.

Miles 1 Year

And then there’s the actual taking photos of a 1-year-old. It’s not like it was at 3 months when we could prop him in a bassinet and make a face to get him to smile. This kid is on the go, and he’s only stopping when it behooves him.

Miles 1 Year

I learned a long time ago, though, not to worry about whether Kelly would get the photo. Come tears or escape tactics, she always manages to capture the moment.

Miles 1 Year

At least at 1, you can bribe a child with a cracker to get a good photo.

Miles 1 Year

Sometimes two crackers and a hug.

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I am so thankful that Kelly caught those moments so that I can always remember what a fiery, determined child I have. One for whom I’m quite grateful – even on days when he wakes up at 5:30.

And because I can, a few more to celebrate my little boy.

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This isn’t usually my style but I wanted to share a story with you about a high school classmate. Her son, who is nearly 2, woke up one morning with fever and seizure like symptoms. A trip to the ER turned into months in the hospital and continued rehab. Caleb lost most of his developmental skills and the family still doesn’t know why. Our classmate who sells Mary Kay is donating all profits of sales through Sept. 15 to help raise money for the family. If you plan to buy a beauty product in the future, think of going to Jenny’s site for that purchase and mentioning Caleb in the comments.

7 comments:

  1. Love those pictures! And your dress!

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  2. I adore those photos (and that dress is so CUTE!) - we're looking forward to getting family shots taken soon by a friend of ours with a great eye. I'm hoping they turn out :)

    So sad and scary about Caleb...I hope they get some answers soon...

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  3. What a cutie!! inspiring me to book some family pictures :)

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  4. Happy Birthday, Miles! Kelly got some really wonderful shots.

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  5. Beautiful pictures! Love them!

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  6. Such wonderful photos! I love the one of MIles standing in the wagon, like he knows he's not supposed too..hahaha

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  7. He's a cutie. And with my big yet unpublicaly named big life change I will bevwearingnmaeup everyday so will be getting me some mk.

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