Olivia, the Stylist

After helping me with Jax's photo shoot yesterday, Olivia was inspired to style her own photo session.  She chose and created the props, wardrobe, and poses.  I just showed up, held the camera, and snapped the photos.  I really enjoyed watching her personality shine, and her bossiness was put to good use.  Maybe there is a touch of me in this child after all.

(This shot is my absolute favorite.)

Yep.  Just of touch of me and a whole lot of her daddy...

We put some of our party decorations to good use and styled a photo shoot for Jaxson in hopes of capturing the perfect photo for a thank you card.  Much to our surprise, we have several options.  How will we ever choose just one?

Have I mentioned that he is spoiled rotten?  We know.  We try.  We fail.  We need a cuteness intervention!

Celebrating Jaxson's 2nd Birthday "Under the Big Top"

We celebrated Jaxson's birthday with a couple handfuls of our closest family and friends (36 to be exact).  When I planned a party for May 31, I envisioned warm weather, gathering outside, and water activities.  Little did I know that a lot of rain was expected, and that the temperature for the day wouldn't exceed 65 degrees.  With that said, our home was very cozy.  We did manage to have an incredible time celebrating our favorite 2 year old.  As everyone was leaving, Jax began saying, "Happy day!"  It was absolutely precious.  Everyday with Jax is a happy day!

Ashley's absence did not go unnoticed.  In fact, I really struggled emotionally.  When our guests left, the five of us let balloons go in memory of her.  This is going to become a yearly tradition.