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January 2, 2011 By Sarah Halstead

Memories, Dreams and Reflections | 2010

Filed Under: Family, Photography Tagged With: memories dreams and reflections

Welcome to Memories, Dreams & Reflections. The wonderful Ashley Sisk came up with this great list to help you remember the greatest moments from 2010. I had so much fun looking back at all of my photos. Some of these you have seen before and a couple of them are new.  I still can not believe that 2010 is over already. Seems like it just started and I was anxiously awaiting the birth of my baby boy Carsyn. I remember worrying all the time how I was going to handle 2 kids. In all honesty it has not been that bad. I am looking forward to what 2011 will bring. I can’t wait to get to know all of you better.

Me!
1-Me_2010

My first Self-Portrait with tripod & remote. The thing I am most proud of is having a VBAC with Carsyn

I Love You
2-Love_2010

My high school sweetheart. We have been dating 9 years and married for 6 years. He is my best friend and my biggest fan. Love you baby!

Still Laughing…
3-StillLaughin_2010

He had so much fun finger body painting. He really doesn’t like to get messy, but he sure did love coloring himself.

Winter Wonderland
4-WinterWonderland_2010

A picture from the Blizzard of 2010. We had about 7-8 inches of snow dropped onto us the day after Christmas.

Birthday
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“Opening presents is so tiring” Dustyn was exhausted during his 2nd Birthday. He didn’t have a nap and you could tell by the way he was acting.

Friends
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The boys with their play group friends at their Halloween Party.

I Was Inspired…
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This photo inspires me because the red leaves are different then the green. Shows me that you don’t have to fit in all the time. I love it.

Spring Fever
8-Spring_2010

Beautiful  flowers taken in the Duke Gardens. I can not wait till Spring.

Vacation
9-Travel_2010

This photo was taken on our trip the the State Fair back in October when we went on our mini-vacation.

Summer Days
10-Summer_2010

We spent a lot of time during the Summer at the RC track while Kenny raced.

A Day In My Life
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They take a bath together almost every night. It is so sweet.

All Smiles
12-Smile_2010

One of my favorite smile photos of Carsyn. May not be the most perfect photo, but I love it.

Autumn Harvest
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I love acorns that fall during Autumn. I really had a lot of fun taking photos during Autumn, I had a hard time picking one photo. Figured this one best described harvest, since the squirrels harvest acorns.

Family
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My family. I love my boys.

Celebrate!
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This was the happiest moment from 2010. I was so happy to have my baby here and healthy. Having a VBAC is an amazing feeling.

Let’s Do It Again…
16-DoAgain_2010

I can’t wait to get together with Ashley again. We had so much fun. It was really great meeting her. She is just as sweet in person as she is online.

I Miss You
17-MissYou_2010

I miss his teeny, tiny toes. Really adorable! I love his fluffy butt.

Beautiful
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I just love everything about this photo. His eyes are beautiful and I love the bright orange sun bokeh in the back. This photo is just overall beautiful to me.

Dress Up
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The boys dressed up for Halloween.

Macro
20-Macro_2010

One of my favorite Macros. I don’t have a macro lens {It is on my wish list} but I just love that you can see all his hairs.

Holidays
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I love this photo of Dustyn. He was so excited to get his Cozy Coupe. This was right when he woke up and saw it.

My Favorite
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This is one of my favorite leaf photos. I love the bokeh, sun flare and the processing I did to it.

Don’t Ever Change
23-Change_2010

I never want his eyes to change. They are gorgeous. He is so sweet. I really don’t want either of my boys to grow up.

Just Because…So There!
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I just love his eyes and the bokeh in this photo. One of my all time favorite photos of him.

Hopes and Dreams
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I thought this photo was perfect for the theme. I really hope and dream that I continue to improve my photography. I really love all the blog friends I have met online and in real life, and I can’t wait to meet more.

Make sure you head on over to Ashley’s blog and join in with the hottest end of the year linky.

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Comments

  1. N@ says

    January 8, 2011 at 10:39 pm

    Beautiful pictures! I thought you looked familiar (I remembered you from posts on Ashley's blog). Congrats on your VBAC. And like you, I hope to continue my photography journey.
  2. Reading Allowed says

    January 5, 2011 at 12:27 pm

    Great selections for a great year! I love the all smiles shot. He is so cute in that hat!
  3. Courtney @ The Story of Us says

    January 5, 2011 at 8:04 am

    Great post, Sarah! I love your holiday shot...the excitement on his face says it all!
  4. Ewa says

    January 4, 2011 at 5:00 pm

    What a great set of photos, I can see why you've choosen them they amazing! Happy New Year and good luck with your blog, I love the new look :)
  5. Natalie says

    January 3, 2011 at 12:12 pm

    Love the photo of you and Ashley! And your favorite photo is quite stunning! I hope your 2011 is the greatest yet! Your kids are just so adorable!
  6. Amy says

    January 3, 2011 at 11:45 am

    I love the summer days pic. Great pictures.
  7. Jeska says

    January 3, 2011 at 10:47 am

    Beautiful! Love the spring fever and celebrate, but they're all great pictures!
  8. casey says

    January 3, 2011 at 8:21 am

    love the pic of all the kids on the couch in their costumes:0. Great post! Love seeing pictures that represent the things of your life and your year! Beautiful!
  9. Carolyn Haines says

    January 3, 2011 at 1:22 am

    Gorgeous images. Beautiful family. I love the last image. Stunning.
  10. Veronnica Watson says

    January 2, 2011 at 11:56 pm

    Fun photos! Love the self portrait! Have you had your remote for long? I'm so loving mine!
  11. Charmaine Poulin says

    January 2, 2011 at 11:13 pm

    what a lovely collection of photos!!!! Happy New Year!
  12. Christy says

    January 2, 2011 at 7:35 pm

    love all your pictures; my favorite is the bath time one ... I LOVE it!
  13. Amber says

    January 2, 2011 at 6:55 pm

    I love so many of them that I don't know which ones to mention. I can say the bath photo is so sweet and lovely. I just have such great memories of bath time with my sister, so it is fun to see siblings having fun in the water. Actually, Bennett and my nephew Braxton took baths together while we were home over Christmas and they had a blast. I look forward to journeying along with you this year. It has already been a blast the few interactions we have had.
  14. Sarah-ism's says

    January 2, 2011 at 6:24 pm

    Love the macro shot, also the one with your son Finger, i mean body painting. too cute. all the photos are great.
  15. Adeena says

    January 2, 2011 at 6:11 pm

    I *LOVE* 4,8,10,12... oh, there's too many to list. ;)
  16. Katie L. says

    January 2, 2011 at 5:55 pm

    What an awesome year-in-review! Our kids take baths together too - it saves so much time and water! :)
  17. Jessi says

    January 2, 2011 at 4:59 pm

    These are stunning Sarah! Didn't know you had a vbac, I want to try one next time. Hope you have another great year!
  18. Anne U says

    January 2, 2011 at 4:43 pm

    Lovely pictures, that bath one is too cute and the bokeh in the spring fever one is amazing.
  19. Jill says

    January 2, 2011 at 4:13 pm

    So many awesome shots! Blessings, Jill
  20. Kel says

    January 2, 2011 at 3:50 pm

    LOVE that picture of Carsyn. ADORABLE!!! Great shots for 2010!!! Wonderful
  21. Tezzie says

    January 2, 2011 at 3:18 pm

    Wonderful!!! So many faves; still laughing, friends, smiles, and, oh, those sweet little toes :) Have a happy 2011!!
  22. Joni says

    January 2, 2011 at 2:23 pm

    lovely photos. i can't even pick a favorite because they are all so great. i love the new blog look too. new year new changes! great job!
  23. Jenn says

    January 2, 2011 at 1:14 pm

    I love LOVE your macro pic too!! I don't even have a fancy camera... but sometimes I get a great point and shoot macro! =) Fun to hear a bit more of your story/year! Looking forward to more photo fun in 2011!
  24. Tiffany says

    January 2, 2011 at 1:11 pm

    Love these photos. :] What great memories!
  25. Summer Crosbie says

    January 2, 2011 at 12:57 pm

    Sarah, you have a beautiful family! I just love your photography skills too. :)
  26. Brianne says

    January 2, 2011 at 12:23 pm

    All of your pictures are great. I really love the winter wonderland & last one.
  27. Captivus says

    January 2, 2011 at 12:19 pm

    I gave you an award! http://captivusliving.blogspot.com/2011/01/few-awards.html
  28. Nicolasa says

    January 2, 2011 at 11:28 am

    What an awesome post! I loved looking at all your photos. I think the springtime, your favorite, and all smiles are my favorite! I wish you the best with your photography and I am so glad I "met" you this past year! :-)
  29. Sheri says

    January 2, 2011 at 10:40 am

    4: Love the frozen tree 6: Cracks me up! 8: Simply gorgeous 12: Adorable little guy! 22: Your favorite, love that shot too.
  30. Becki says

    January 2, 2011 at 10:33 am

    Oh I love them all, the winter and spring are absolutely beautiful. You have a gorgeous family!
  31. Shannon says

    January 2, 2011 at 10:30 am

    LOVE your pictures! What a great year! I live in NC, too. I think that's where you live because you met up with Ashley, and she lives in NC. We should do a blog meetup of other NC bloggers. Hope you have a Happy New Year!
    • Shannon says

      January 2, 2011 at 11:11 am

      I live in Raleigh and have family in Greensboro, which is where I was raised.
  32. SarahinSC says

    January 2, 2011 at 10:06 am

    Such great shots Sarah! My absolute fave is the one of Carsyn where his face fills the whole shot and he's smiling a toothless grin. Makes me smile every time I see it!
  33. Kristy Life n Reflection Photography says

    January 2, 2011 at 9:59 am

    Beautiful 2010 photo story! I feel like I'm starting to recognize that cute baby face from seeing him so often on your blog!
  34. Secret Mom Thoughts says

    January 2, 2011 at 9:56 am

    Beautiful shots. The summertime shot was my favorite. I love the light in his eyes.
  35. Anika says

    January 2, 2011 at 8:48 am

    What sweet photos of the family! That shot of Friends is pretty hilarious too. Great looking year!
  36. alita says

    January 2, 2011 at 8:47 am

    Oooh Sarah! Your favorite is my favorite, too. What a gorgeous capture. Oh and I miss tiny toesies as well. Your boys are so flippin adorable. I love how their little eyes sparkle. Great work, Great inspiration. Happy New Year chica!
  37. Jessi says

    January 2, 2011 at 8:44 am

    Love them all. What a wonderful year!
  38. justine Gordon says

    January 2, 2011 at 7:38 am

    oh these are lovely photographs, I too smiled seeing them all, brilliant!
  39. Pam says

    January 2, 2011 at 3:48 am

    Great memories! love all the photos.
  40. Buckeroomama says

    January 2, 2011 at 3:45 am

    Beautiful shots, Sarah! I LOVE your last shot and that shot of Carsyn in All Smiles! I know what you mean about the VBAC. I felt really good that I successfully had one after people were suggesting that I just had a c-section. :)
  41. Theresa Bridget says

    January 2, 2011 at 3:42 am

    Looks like you had a wonderful year--Hope 2011 is just as special. Your boys are addorable!
  42. Ambria D says

    January 2, 2011 at 3:32 am

    I absolutely LOVE this post!!! I love all the pictures and everything. I would love to do this too!
  43. molly's country memories says

    January 2, 2011 at 2:21 am

    What an adorable family, I can tell you are like me your boys are your world..great shots. Molly
  44. Stephanie T @ PPP says

    January 2, 2011 at 2:06 am

    You take such amazing pictures! I love your descriptions for all of them as well... You has me smiling the whole time! And, as always, your munchkins are adorables.
  45. Mandy@asortafairytale says

    January 2, 2011 at 1:42 am

    Very cool!!! Loved them all. Your spring fever is gorgeous!
  46. Halie says

    January 2, 2011 at 1:26 am

    Your boys are gorgeous! There's nothing more special than a smile given by an innocent face. If you have time, do drop by: My Entry
  47. Lisa says

    January 2, 2011 at 12:54 am

    Your snow picture is amazing! I've never seen that much snow. :) Your baby toes photo made me smile and also realize how much I miss my kids' little baby toes!
  48. Michelle Kennedy says

    January 2, 2011 at 12:35 am

    Beautiful choices! I love your spring photo and that macro! And your just because photo is precious!
  49. Ashley Sisk says

    January 2, 2011 at 12:12 am

    Awwwww....I love this - I basically smiled the entire time. And yes, we'll definitely have to get together in 2011. It was so fun to hang out this past year!

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