Pictures of my Kids (sort of)

So I have managed to continue to neglect my blog. Fortunately my sisters are much better at keeping up theirs. Catherine was so wonderful and came down about 3 weeks ago to my house one afternoon to take pictures of Gwen and Lanie. They turned out really well. I'm so grateful to have talented family members, I benefit so much!

Catherine put up several of the pictures on Homehinges.com for anyone who is interested in seeing them. Here are direct links...

http://homehinges.com/2011/12/14/photoshoot-baby-sprite/
http://homehinges.com/2011/12/15/photoshoot-set-up-and-sparrow/ As a disclaimer for this second set of pictures, don't judge me too harshly for the fact that Lanie's face and hair were messy and she didn't get dressed until 2:30 in the afternoon. Sometimes you have to pick your battles and with a child so strong-willed as Lanie you learn to embrace the "savageness."
http://homehinges.com/2011/12/16/photoshoot-group-shots/

I hope you enjoy the pictures!

Gwenli Speirs is Here!

I of course am very late in posting pictures and getting the new out, but last Monday, Nov 28, 2011 Gwen was born at 1:39 pm. She weighed 8 lbs 3 oz and was 18.5 inches long. Everything went so smoothly, we had a great experience. I’ll have to write the whole story later, but here are some pics of the last week.

Me, just before having Gwen. I was getting pretty big!

Lanie’s 2nd birthday was the day before Gwen was born. She had a pink princess cake and Loved it! She was so spoiled by her grandparents and aunts and uncles on both sides of the family.

Gwen right after she was born, or at least right after the bath. I decided to spare you the messy pics before.

Lanie’s first time meeting Gwen. Lanie has adjusted so well. Thus far she is generally just concerned for Gwen and always wants to help out.

Close up!

Tummy Time!