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Sarah Halstead

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May 19, 2011 By Sarah Halstead

Friday Fun

Filed Under: Family, Photography

Don’t forget to enter all NINE of the giveaways I have going on.

My photos have been lacking creativity. I am hoping now that I am not so busy I can get back to taking more creative photos. I miss all the challenges and can not wait to get back into them. For all the shots below I used Summer Haze by Willette. You can download all of her presets here.

Blogging from Bolivia Grace Loves the BeatlesTake a photo of anything! Dustyn’s new way to swing. His hair has been crazy. I think we will shave it for the summer again.

We have been getting a little bit of rain, but honestly wish we would get more for our garden.

Give me your best shot at Better in Bulk PhotoStory Fridayand then, she {snapped}

Carsyn has gotten good at getting stuff to his mouth. He has his 12 month appointment Wednesday. He actually grew taller to 25th%tile but didn’t gain any weight at all. The doctor wants him to start peidasure. Good thing about this is I put it in a sippy cup and he actually drank out of it. I was so happy. That means that maybe I can go out without having to worry about him starving. YAY! His doctor had never even heard of HPE, she had to look it up in her medical dictionary. I guess it is pretty rare. She feels he is on a solid 6 month level. He is getting really good at sitting and being on his hands and knees. It really is amazing seeing all his progress. Carsyn has his rehab appointment on Monday. I am looking forward to hearing what they have to say.

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Comments

  1. Jennifer says

    May 23, 2011 at 6:42 pm

    Beautiful shots Sarah! These are gorgeous. Thanks for participating in Fabulous Friday!
  2. Tara says

    May 22, 2011 at 8:33 pm

    Great shots, love the ladybug shot and your water capture!
  3. BethP says

    May 21, 2011 at 8:19 am

    Love these photos! That ladybug shot is beautiful!
  4. Leovi says

    May 21, 2011 at 7:51 am

    Beautiful portrait, with the sweet look of love, great. I love those green tones in the second with a cute ladybug.
  5. Branson says

    May 21, 2011 at 12:33 am

    Love the ladybug photo! And your new header looks great!
  6. charmaine says

    May 20, 2011 at 5:55 pm

    I'm really in love with that first one as well!!! I'm glad that you're seeing progress with Carsyn......good luck at his appointment!!!
  7. Shannon says

    May 20, 2011 at 3:54 pm

    Your shots are great, and I love these actions! Thanks for the link.
  8. Linda Makiej says

    May 20, 2011 at 3:29 pm

    Wonderful macro!! Have a nice weekend! :)
  9. PieniLintu says

    May 20, 2011 at 3:04 pm

    Very pretty water drops!!
  10. Destiny says

    May 20, 2011 at 12:45 pm

    BEAUTIFUL photos! You should enter one of those in my photo challenge: http://godslittlephotographer.blogspot.com/2011/05/anything.html
  11. Courtney @ The Mommy Matters says

    May 20, 2011 at 12:08 pm

    Great news about the Pediasure! Love these photo's, especially the perspective on the last one. Digging the new header, too! Hope you guys have a great weekend!
  12. Angee says

    May 20, 2011 at 10:59 am

    Yay for Carsyn using a sippy cup!
  13. AJ Kreations says

    May 20, 2011 at 10:32 am

    Beautiful captures!
  14. Grace says

    May 20, 2011 at 9:23 am

    Oooh, I love the grass one! That is so awesome how you managed to capture the drops on it, AND a ladybug. You are so talented, Sarah! Love the new-ish header by the way! :)
  15. One says

    May 20, 2011 at 8:24 am

    Your shots are great. They are all sharp and attractive. I have not heard of HPE either.
  16. Dina @ 4 Lettre Words says

    May 20, 2011 at 6:48 am

    Great news about Carsyn! LOVE that ladybug capture.
  17. Kala says

    May 20, 2011 at 1:53 am

    The ladybug photo is so cute. You are one busy lady Sarah - don't be too hard on yourself!
  18. Life with Kaishon says

    May 20, 2011 at 12:51 am

    I think your pictures are adorable! I am going to do a tweet right this second about your giveaways.
  19. Misty says

    May 19, 2011 at 11:53 pm

    Love the ladybug shot!
  20. Ashley Sisk says

    May 19, 2011 at 11:35 pm

    Great great shots - love the first one. The tones are beautiful.

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I'm Sarah and I am the writer behind this blog. I love sharing recipes, DIY projects, photos and about my everyday life. I married my high school sweetheart Kenny. We have three boys and one baby girl - Dustyn, Carsyn, Prestyn, and Annelyn. Thanks for stopping by, can't wait to get to know you more. Read More…

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