If you’re from Corvallis, you know that a pilgrimage must be made to this pizza joint anytime one is visiting from out of town. YUM!

Isaac coloring a plate to hang on the wall.

Tasting the deliciousness.

Uncle Seth putting “makeup” on Lulu.

Lucy’s revenge was a crayon to the eye.

My favorite Superman wall is located right nextdoor, but to my utter dismay, they were open almost 24-7 (the last time I was there it was the holidays and they had limited hours) and they refused to pull the door down for me. Argh!!

This is quite possibly the sweetest woman I’ve ever met. She is coming to my workshop and just happens to live close to my parents, so she booked me for a session while I was in town. Though the weather was less than ideal (and the sun situation!), I had a wonderful time finally meeting this family!

I grew up with these two love-birds and to be able to see them now as a family with their two beautiful and spunky kids was a real treat. They had me laughing the whole time! I guess some things never change.

Oregon was amazing, gorgeous, and green. Being with my family is always wonderful and this time was no exception. We had a great time with Ami and Poppy, my brother Seth and Caroline and their son Tommy. More pictures to come.

I am babysitting a 50mm f1.4. When I screwed it on, the heavens opened.

Upclose, creamy delishishness? Yes please.

Indoor shots with no flash? Well alright.

FINALLY, a picture of Miss Lulu with her REAL smile! Not to be recreated in a different location however. And yes, that is a massive bruise on her forehead from a run in with a door being closed.

Baby girl in mamma’s heels.

Geoff has a conference in Spain, and the day after he returns, another in South Carolina. Poor planning? Believe me, we know. Instead of sitting at home feeling sorry for myself, the kids and I decided to go spend some time with Ami, Poppy, Seth, Caroline and Tommy in Corvallis. We’ve got sewing sessions, a beach trip and a sweet hike all planned out already. I am so excited!!

I will be doing a limited number of photoshoots while I’m there. If you’re interested, please email me. ***Fully booked

**Workshop update, only TWO spots left. Sign up soon!

Rest assured this spot will be thoroughly photographed upon my arrival. We miss you AND your swish pants Uncle Wook!

Not potty training yet, just getting familiar with the surroundings.

As I mentioned in my last post, Laura and her husband Jared came and stayed with us for the weekend. We had a great time together, eating, shopping, playing with the kids, movies, a run for the girls, and Pickle Ball for the boys. We loved every minute with them. The kids barely let them out of their site for a shower.

Laura brought some bread for the kids to feed the ducks with. Both of them loved it, especially since “duck” is one of Lucy’s favorite words to say.

With my swollen-eyed children, recovering from a lovely bout of pink-eye.

The newleyweds.

The not-so-newleyweds.

A ma’am left these huge bags of super hard bagels for us to throw for the ducks. We opted to stop when the ducks started choking on them.

A brother and sister moment.

When Isaac is done with his quiet time, he comes into my office and says, “Ask me some questions mom.” Then I ask him things like, “What’s your favorite color today…” and then we play the “Would You Rather” game. Sometimes I throw him for a loop and ask him things like, “Would you rather eat quesadillas all your life, or chicken nuggets.” Then we laugh because he realizes he’d be happy with either choice. And usually, while we’re talking, he lays on my lap and rests his hand on mine. It’s my favorite time of the day.