SUNDAY AFTERNOON | PERSONAL

Life lately. Well... I started a part-time summer internship which has been really great. It literally fell into my lap and I started the week it was offered to me. I'm learning more about different styles of photography, product photography, lots of photoshop (which I barely know anything), social media, and surprisingly fashion. And the people are really sweet which is even better. Very fortunate to have people who look out for me and suggest that I try new things... even if I don't feel like they would be for me. Trying to motivate myself to keep on learning and not staying stuck. It's hard.

Anyway,  just a little update from me. This was my afternoon in photos. Nova is growing everyday in length and vocabulary. And one of her favorite things to do is watch the sky change colors every night. It's cute. 

NOVA TURNS THREE | PERSONAL

I apologize for not owning up to my word on my previous blog posts about blogging weekly. Let's just say I've been overly tired. Within the last two weeks I started an internship with an awesome company, celebrated Nova's birthday, my aunt's birthday, my dad's birthday and father's day all in one. I also have been busy working on projects and photo sessions and helping family out like normal. And everything usually happens all at once... am I right? Right.

So here's just a little peek into Nova's third birthday! We normally just get together with family and celebrate at my grandparents. It's a tradition. My mom gets us cake, we get food and celebrate. One cool thing about living with this one is it's exciting to see what makes her happy, like her favorite food, toys, shows, etc. She requested Disney clip dolls for her birthday and cake. If any of you are familiar with the Disney Collector on YouTube, you understand our dilemma! Clip dolls galore. And PlayDoh. She also loves Lilo & Stitch, which was the story behind our little Hawaiian theme. It was fun watching her reactions, and I still can't believe we have all kept her alive for three years. ;) HA! 

SMOOTHIE MAKING WITH NOVA | PERSONAL

^ And now introducing Nova's first school portrait. ;) 

Sharing some photos from our smoothie making time on Tuesday morning. We normally buy extra fruit and freeze it to use for smoothies. And then occasionally throw in fruit that's about to go bad with water, yogurt and honey. And if your kids won't eat their veggies, or if you don't eat your veggies, I'd recommend throwing in some greens with a berry smoothie. 

On a side note, this little turns 3 on Saturday!! It's been a long and 'sometimes' stressful haul as we raise her. Some days are harder than others, but we love her and her little personality more than anything. While living at home and helping out my family in hard times, she teaches me daily whats important. Love, sacrifice, discipline, letting go and having fun in the smallest ways. God gives us the ability to see even when we loose sight.

NOVA IN THE KITCHEN

Hello there! I'm really trying to blog more than just once or twice a month. I would love to make this more of a personal space as well as sharing images from photo sessions. It's been hard to keep up with ha! But I am going to try and share bits and pieces of my life weekly with those who follow. Both visually and on a real level. :)

Today my mom had the bright idea of making homemade m&m cookies. You can always count on my niece to help bake or prep for our dinners. She loves to put all of the ingredients together. She will be three in a couple weeks. THREE! Time is flying. And I am learning more and more about what life is like living with and raising a toddler haha! Anyway, here's just a few images I got from the day. Everyone have a peachy start of the week!

SUNSETS WITH THE FAMILY | PERSONAL

It would be comical to share the day to day occurrences that unfold in our household. The moments when we're all ready to punch each other because things are literally, too hectic. To moments like these where everything seems ok, but only for moments! ;) Those rare moments are special. 

We love this little guppy! To all of you mommy's and single dad's out there, happy mother's day! You're so appreciated! Love you mama!

NOVA IN THE KITCHEN | 2 1/2 YRS OLD

After my recent iPhone photo post, it made me eager to drag out my slr. These are just a few photos from our Sunday morning breakfast. Nova is always persistent in making sure she can help make our meals when she's here. "I help" and "I do it" are her famous words right now. And sometimes she doesn't even speak. All you hear is a chair moving it's way across the kitchen floor, right in your way.  Sound familiar Mommies & Daddy's? ;)

Anyhow, we love her. 

BAKING WITH TODDLERS

My sister and I decided to make sugar cookies with our niece earlier today. One thing Nova loves is Play Doh. She can sit for hours watching tutorials on Youtube. She'll even substitute Play Doh with wet paper towels and tape and pretend she's making something.  Being her aunts we try to mix things up for her (and us) every once in a while. This was a very messy experience. ;) Then I remembered that life is messy, ours especially and it's ok for her to make a mess and deformed cookies. I hope she will be happy with these photos of her as she gets older.