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Sarah Halstead

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December 2, 2011 By Sarah Halstead

Early Christmas Present

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I have wanted a kitchen aid mixer for as long as I can remember. I finally convinced Kenny to buy one for me on black friday. We bought it online from Kohls and got a really awesome deal. I was not suppose to get it before Christmas but I also convinced him to let me open it early. I had to make cookies for my upcoming co-host date with Branson. See the button above to learn how you can join in.

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We were given a used colored Christmas tree but when we put it up I wasn’t a fan. I did snap a quick bokeh picture though. Then we put up our normal tree.

Life.Captured.   Look whooooo’s snapping Happily Mother After

My favorite  photo from this week.

        the hollie rogue    

We have been having some gorgeous sunsets.

You see the logo for my photography business? I am in the process of changing everything over. I added a bunch of new photos to my blog so make sure you check it out. I probably won’t use it all the time for Naptime Momtog but I wanted to show it off. He he.

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  1. Ces says

    December 18, 2011 at 12:32 am

    i love the pictures, so precious especially the family picture http://momdaughterstyle.blogspot.com/
  2. Ambria D says

    December 7, 2011 at 4:41 am

    My dad and brother fixed up my Grandpas old Kitchen Aid mixer for me for xmas last year. I love it even though I don't ever use it lol. I love that blue color!
  3. Lauren Johnson says

    December 6, 2011 at 3:42 pm

    Haha! I love the comment about putting up a "normal" Christmas tree. So true! The fake ones just make you feel like you cheated. :) Great shots! Thanks for linking up!!!
  4. Rachel says

    December 6, 2011 at 3:25 am

    Oooh! Loving the color of your new mixer! I have the true red color, but could be happy with about 15 different shades from them :) Such pretty bokeh shots too!
  5. Summer says

    December 5, 2011 at 11:48 pm

    Sorry I haven't commented lately. I love your mixer!!! Perfect color! Does it match your kitchen?? Brent's Gpa bought us one when we got married like your but red & frm 07 ????
  6. Katherines Corner says

    December 4, 2011 at 11:36 am

    Luckyyyyyyyyyy, giggle, Love the color of the mixer too. Great shots of the Christmas trees, love the smooch photo in the woods.. Hugs!!
  7. casey says

    December 3, 2011 at 2:26 pm

    oh girl these pictures are all so beautiful! I love that blue mixer! What a great gift! IF only I liked to cook...I can't imagine wanting a mixer but, I wish I was better about that. lol. Beautiful sunset picture and family shot!! How are you guys doing?
  8. Mormor says

    December 3, 2011 at 10:10 am

    Beautiful colors Have a good weekend
  9. Branson says

    December 3, 2011 at 12:45 am

    I am totally sitting here coveting your mixer, haha! Love your new logo, and how adorable is that family portrait!! :)
  10. Linda Makiej says

    December 2, 2011 at 7:10 pm

    wonderful work!! :)
  11. Jaymi says

    December 2, 2011 at 6:24 pm

    I really love all your portraits from this session! The light, color, and focus have been perfect!
  12. Gina says

    December 2, 2011 at 6:06 pm

    HOW exciting- so happy to got a mixer. LOVE the color- I am completely obsessed with that shade lately! :) Mine is red & let me tell you- not a day goes by that I am not completely over the moon happy with it. HAVE FUN!! (btw- use it for mashed potatoes with the whip- creamiest ever)
  13. Kim Stevens says

    December 2, 2011 at 5:42 pm

    Oh yes, someday, it's on my list for someday! And I love the color you chose! The bokeh is great too!
  14. Summer Crosbie says

    December 2, 2011 at 5:23 pm

    Love your new mixer! Such a pretty color. I have the light pink one. :)
  15. heather says

    December 2, 2011 at 4:32 pm

    I absolutely love your photos and can't wait to check out your blog!! Also I'm way jealous of your Kitchen Aid mixer. I've had my plain white one for about 10 years now. I'm ready for a fun color, just can't decide. It's still working great though so I'm sure some lucky person will get my white one.
  16. Jodi Hall says

    December 2, 2011 at 4:04 pm

    Love your new watermark.. :) I want that mixer too :) lol been wanting one for years.. showing this post to the husband Happy weekend!
  17. Seeing Each Day says

    December 2, 2011 at 3:08 pm

    What a classy looking mixer and great colour too. Really enjoyed looking through your shots today - actually, i always do - maybe I should just copy that sentence at the start of all my comments to you. Superb sunset capture.
  18. andi says

    December 2, 2011 at 2:41 pm

    gorgeous bokeh. i'm not a big fan of the colored lights either. thanks for linking up!
  19. Karli says

    December 2, 2011 at 2:10 pm

    LOVE the color of your new mixer! Eeeek! Also, that pic of the boys in the foreground and parents in the background, so awesome I can't even stand it!!! That is PERFECT! Beautiful job!
  20. CJ says

    December 2, 2011 at 2:05 pm

    Love your new logo - soooo cute!
  21. SarahinSC says

    December 2, 2011 at 2:02 pm

    Congrats on the great mixer. I love the color. What I really love is that new logo! The colors and font and everything are just PERFECT! Beautiful!
  22. Andrea @ A.Hutchinson Photography says

    December 2, 2011 at 1:58 pm

    Awesome mixer! I entered a contest to win one for my baker son for Christmas! Love the logo too!
  23. Kelly says

    December 2, 2011 at 12:35 pm

    LOVE the mixer! I have always wanted one too. I'm kicking myself for not buying it on black friday. Oh well. Love the bokeh pics too.
  24. Runnermom-jen says

    December 2, 2011 at 12:34 pm

    Beautiful shots, Sarah!! I love my stand mixer!! Glad you got to use it early! Your Christmas baking will be so much easier :)
  25. Serendipity is Sweet says

    December 2, 2011 at 12:15 pm

    Yea! for a Kitchen Aid and cookies :) Love the color you chose. Your captures are beautiful! That sunset is WOW!
  26. Tiaras & Tantrums says

    December 2, 2011 at 11:40 am

    oh I have wanted one for YEARS! yeah for you!
  27. Raymonde says

    December 2, 2011 at 11:07 am

    I am envious!!! Your kitchen aid had done it :) Have a great weekend. xxx
  28. Breena says

    December 2, 2011 at 10:58 am

    Beautiful shots. I love the colors. And I really love the family pic! Thanks so much for linking up at "Life as this Mommy knows It"! Breena mommyknowslife.blogspot.com
  29. candice says

    December 2, 2011 at 10:30 am

    Enjoy that mixer! I love the color you chose. AND, LOVE LOVE LOVE the logo! Have a great weekend!
  30. Lori says

    December 2, 2011 at 9:43 am

    The that mixer and that color is awesome! I have one of my Christmas presents early too! Thanks for sharing today! Lori
  31. Adeena says

    December 2, 2011 at 9:37 am

    Your mixer is so pretty! :D And love that family shot, too. And love the new logo.
  32. Ashley Sisk says

    December 2, 2011 at 9:22 am

    That mixer is awesome...I've always wanted one too but I'd have to use if it I got it. I'll have to add it back to my wishlist for one day.
  33. Jamie says

    December 2, 2011 at 9:14 am

    LOVE the new mixer!
  34. Becky says

    December 2, 2011 at 9:09 am

    That new logo is adorable!!

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