Stretching my Photography Skills (or lack of)

I am so excited! Ever since getting my Canon Rebel in the fall, I have been obsessed with learning how to really use it & take great pics of my family. I still plan to use professional photography for special occasions but at times budget just doesn't permit that.

Anywho, I came across Willette Photography & More when looking for tutorials & tips and saw that she is hosting a workshop called the joy of LOVE. The purpose is to take pics of the ones you love while learning more about photography. I will get daily assignments and will be sharing my progress. Can't Wait!!! It starts tomorrow!!!

What's Sexier than this????!!!!!

NADA!!! NOTHING!!!! THOSE ARE MY LOVES!!! MY LITTLE FAMILY!!!!

8 months

He'll be 9 months next week, but 8 months for my lil guy was a glorious time! He celebrated his first Christmas AND New Years! He crawled and then learned to pull himself up to a standing position, he also got his first 2 bottom teeth at the beginning of his 8th month and his bottom two are now growing.
He also FINALLY said MAMA and learned to wave. It was wonderful to witness it all, I am so proud of my lil man! and so proud to be his mama!

A couple more firsts

I never did post about his first Christmas!!!

It was amazing. We celebrated with family and he was passed around from loving arm to loving arm and was blessed with toys, clothes and shoes! He is one loved baby! and I love it!

101 in 1001

Ok baby is asleep...

I am one of those people who sets New Years Resolutions every year. Unfortunately, I am also one of those people who rarely completes those resolutions.

When I came across THIS project, I knew it was for me! You set realistic goals and you have a bigger timeframe to complete, since time is my nemesis, I was excited for this.

So I started my list, check it out HERE! It is not complete YET, but I like that I can keep adding to it.

Of course I'll be blogging about my accomplishments!

So do you have 101 in 1001? Any ideas on what to add to my list???

Blog Love Part Deux

I'm a blog addict! But I try to only follow blogs that offer helpful tips & advice that I can apply to my lifestyle. Here are some that are must-reads! Follow them & let them know I sent ya!

Mommy Chase: Great blog by a friend whose blogging about her journey being a mama & a wife and how her family is coping after losing her youngest son. She is truly amazing and you will love her as much as I do, promise!

Vanity Rich: Awesome blog with make up tutorials & product reviews. Check out her 10 min Makeover Video tutorial, great for busy moms!

I heart Organizing: Great tips on organizing & cleaning. Great downloadable templates!

eighteen25: I love this blog! I have saved in my Toolbar as  home decor inspiration!

Everyday Glimpses: Great Quotes! I stop by when I need a little pick me up at work!

Enjoy!

Getting Organized Challenge Update: Organize Drunk Drawers

Ok I am way behind in this challenge but I am determined to finish it...eventually...

While everyone who is participating is on day 14, I am on day 1.  Day 1's challenge was to Organize Junk Drawers!

Before Pics:

After Pics: Threw out what I don't use, wiped down and added liners.

Pay no attention to my mismatched liners. Thank you.