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Sarah Halstead

You are here: Home | Family | Outdoor Playdate

April 6, 2011 By Sarah Halstead

Outdoor Playdate

Filed Under: Family, Photography Tagged With: friends

We had some GORGEOUS weather on Monday. I loved it. The boys and I hung outside for most of the day. We went over to a friends house in the afternoon. Carsyn loved putting his feet in the grass and picking up pine straw. It was so cute. Dustyn and his friend Camden {which is just 2 weeks younger then Dustyn} had a blast riding on his power wheels. All together it was a great day. Then Tuesday it rained, so I am glad we were able to spend some time outside. It is suppose to be nice the rest of the week woohoo.

I used Pamela Toppings new Enchanted action on the one above and below.

This worm was so cool looking. He was glowing. So neat. {Click on the photo to make it bigger}

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  1. Erin says

    April 12, 2011 at 9:34 am

    That first photo is gorgeous! I am aching to get outside, it's been miserably windy here :(
  2. Dumb Mom says

    April 8, 2011 at 2:11 pm

    Beautiful, beautiful shots! Love your photography!
  3. Kristi {at} Live and Love Out Loud says

    April 7, 2011 at 10:57 pm

    Those lashes! Those eyes! That sweet little boy! I just can't get enough. Great shots. :) Thanks for stopping by and linking up. Finally got around to "liking" your FB fan page. Have a great day!
  4. Adeena says

    April 7, 2011 at 4:54 pm

    That first shot is so cool!! Love the worm one, too. :)
  5. WeeMason's Mom says

    April 7, 2011 at 11:51 am

    Man, I LOVE me some Carsyn smiles!!! Glad you guys have gotten out to enjoy the weather. Still waiting for our weather too cooperate here!
  6. Courtney says

    April 7, 2011 at 8:50 am

    These are beautiful! Glad you were able to get outside and enjoy some sunshine!
  7. Dhemz says

    April 7, 2011 at 2:04 am

    oh my...these are fantastic shots...I thought the worm is a gummy kind...lol! visiting from "You Capture". It' my first time to join, hope you can check out mine HERE. Thanks!
  8. Branson says

    April 7, 2011 at 12:16 am

    That first one is STUNNING! And the gummy smile in #3 made me melt! <3
  9. Kirsty says

    April 6, 2011 at 11:45 pm

    Gorgeous, love the first photo in the beanie! The blue is AMAZING!
  10. tiffany franklin says

    April 6, 2011 at 11:34 pm

    Those eyes are amazing!
  11. Marla says

    April 6, 2011 at 10:24 pm

    What cute shots. Lovely job. :) Marla @ www.blueskiesphotoblog.com
  12. Ashley Sisk says

    April 6, 2011 at 9:35 pm

    Still loving it - just testing the new system.
  13. Becca says

    April 6, 2011 at 9:14 pm

    The shot of your little one laughing with the hood on his head...beautiful. Such joy. :) Stopping back to say hi from UBP11. :)
  14. Jessica says

    April 6, 2011 at 9:09 pm

    These shots are beautiful, the first one is my favorite. Now I have to look around your posts for the rainbow...
  15. Ambria D says

    April 6, 2011 at 7:46 pm

    Gosh you make the cutest babies ever! LOVE that first picture!
  16. Jaymi McClusky says

    April 6, 2011 at 7:46 pm

    I love the first color shot, his eyes look amazing!
  17. Summer says

    April 6, 2011 at 6:23 pm

    That one pic of Carsyn is beautiful!! haha and I love the way the worm pic looks.
  18. Jen Higgins says

    April 6, 2011 at 2:27 pm

    You have so many great picutres here!
  19. alicia says

    April 6, 2011 at 1:52 pm

    Wow. Those are some gorgeous shots. Those first couple were amazing. And so striking in the b&w. Happy WW!
  20. Melissa says

    April 6, 2011 at 1:22 pm

    Look at those gorgeous blue eyes and eyelashes! Just adorable.
  21. Stillmary says

    April 6, 2011 at 1:17 pm

    What hauntingly beautiful photos! I was especially drawn to the colors in the first few shots. Wow!
  22. Kristy Life n Reflection Photography says

    April 6, 2011 at 1:13 pm

    Lovely images as always!
  23. Shelly Coulter says

    April 6, 2011 at 12:03 pm

    love that big gummy baby smile! :)
  24. Tara says

    April 6, 2011 at 11:38 am

    looks like they boys all had a blast! Love these captures.
  25. Jessi says

    April 6, 2011 at 11:36 am

    I love the first one! The angle and processing is beautiful. Great set of pictures.
  26. Ashley Sisk says

    April 6, 2011 at 11:17 am

    That first shot...wow!
  27. Tiaras & Tantrums says

    April 6, 2011 at 11:01 am

    simply ADORE the toothless smile!!
  28. deb says

    April 6, 2011 at 10:50 am

    Such sweet photos of Carsyn! That worm is so unusual. I thought it was a gummy worm at first!
  29. kristin says

    April 6, 2011 at 10:48 am

    The first two shots of Carsyn are STUNNING! WOW! Thanks for sharing some of what you're learning in your class with those of us that aren't able to take it.
  30. Gina says

    April 6, 2011 at 10:46 am

    Sarah- those are great. I love them all but that caterpillar is so cool!
  31. Nicole says

    April 6, 2011 at 10:22 am

    great photos! love the big blue eyes! the black and white laugh! the worm! all wonderful! stopping by from you capture. happy wednesday!
  32. Susan says

    April 6, 2011 at 10:21 am

    Lovely pictures. I love the gorgeous blue eyes, and what a unique yellow worm!
  33. Erika B says

    April 6, 2011 at 9:31 am

    Wow, look at that cute smile! Erika B
  34. allison says

    April 6, 2011 at 8:11 am

    beautiful, look at those eyes. And your caterpillar picture even stumped by budding entomologist - she couldn't remember the name :)
  35. Jill Samter Photography says

    April 6, 2011 at 7:45 am

    Beautiful shots :-D Love the soft rosy cheeks! Love the catepillar shot too! :-D
  36. Amber says

    April 6, 2011 at 7:44 am

    That second one is just Gorgeous!!! However, I just love that gummy smile!!! So sweet
  37. Secret Mom Thoughts says

    April 6, 2011 at 7:27 am

    Those eyes are gorgeous. Beautiful photos as always.
  38. Serline says

    April 6, 2011 at 5:27 am

    Looked like a smashing time for everyone... love the maternity shot and Carsyn on the swing.
  39. Angela says

    April 6, 2011 at 5:15 am

    Oh my goodness - those cute little chubby cheeks!
  40. amy@agoodlife says

    April 6, 2011 at 1:39 am

    wow, the shot of carsyn's eyes?? amazing!! glad you guys got to get out :)
  41. Dominique says

    April 6, 2011 at 1:14 am

    Love the pictures.. especially the close up one of the long eyelashes.. bewitching!!

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