Grandma Jen attempted to take a family photo for us over Thanksgiving weekend. Little did she know capturing a good picture of the five of us is about as impossible as getting a clear video of Sasquatch and Nessie having tea and crumpets.
She tried valiently, and if you click the photo above, you will see the results. Here's the thing. I love all of them. Each and every one. You see, that there? That's my family. MY family. I love that my husband wears brown shoes and tube socks. I love that our dog is constantly on the lookout for attack leaves blowing by. I love that my baby only smiles when the lens cap is safely on the camera. I love that Alex absolutely refuses to smile for the camera (will grimace, stick out his tongue or yell), and I even love my crooked smile and chubby arms. Not a one of us (save the dog) has a good head of hair, and we're all more likely to be caught on film squinting or with a mouthful of food, than perfecly coiffed and posed, but that's us. And we're happy.
Sunday, December 7, 2008
Warts and all
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I love this picture for the same reason, because it is you and this is what I was thinking when I saw it,
ReplyDeleteI like that Alex actually looks likes he is trying not to smile but you can tell he wants to.
Max is thinking what the hell is that person doing...(Heidi or I trying to get him to smile)
John has his it is funny grin that you really hope will turn into a laugh.
And you are laughing and enjoying it all, all the craziness that you love and think is funny. I love you guys!
OK I love this post because you are so amazing. You are an amazing mother and a wonderful wife, and a great friend among other things I am sure. And you always look on the bright side of things, no matter what it is. I am actually crying. I mean it Jamie. I really look up to you. Sometimes it is really hard for me to look on the bright side and see the good of certain situations. I am trying, I am really trying to be better and I just want you to know that you are one of the many people who inspire me to be a better me. So thank you for just being you!
ReplyDeleteI love the pictures Jen takes, they are all so wonderful. I know we have not met yet, but I hope to someday. I enjoy reading yours and Jen's blogs, it helps me keep in touch with my Mom's side of the family. That and Myspace. You and John have a beautiful family. Take care and have a great day.
ReplyDeleteHey! I love those warts!
ReplyDeleteI think they are all funny. John was miserable (more than the kids)and I felt bad for taking so long. This one is pretty good too. Look at the notes on it. #5549 -http://flickr.com/photos/89746220@N00/3088835386/
Thanks for your kind words all.