Creative Assignment--Week 1

I am taking a new photography class online at jessicasprague.com. My first assignment was on shutter speed (I didn't include that one), but I also have a creative assignment. This week, I was supposed to walk through the neighborhood and look at things through the lens of my camera with "new eyes". Madeleine and Mackenzie went with me as we walked and explored. I took a few different pictures, but thought this one was cool of the bee on the flower--look at all the pollen on his legs. How amazing to think that pollen will soon be taken back to the hive and made into honey. Such a small creature, but with a big impact on our world. Without the bee, we would have no flowers, no fruit, ... I marvel at God's perfect creation. Thank you God for this little, busy bee.

It's been almost 2 months since my last update. Not much new or different happening around here. Mackenzie is walking everywhere now, and trying her best to run. She's graduated from infant to toddler. Still sweet as can be, but too busy to snuggle for very long.

Now that Spring is around the corner, we'll be getting out of the house more--visits to the zoo, arboretum, and aquarium are on the schedule; as well as soccer and baseball have started back up.

With that, I should have more pictures to post. For now, here's a few of our littlest one and one of Matthias.

Happy 1st Birthday, Mackenzie

Yesterday, Mackenzie turned the big 1. As I've gotten older and my children are growing so quickly, I've realized how quickly the time passes. Our lives are truly just a vapor. So, I have made a conscience effort to slow down and enjoy Mackenzie's short time as a baby. She has been a true gift from the Lord. She has a really sweet spirit--very easy going and a real joy to have around. Those of you that have wee ones, truly savor the time--it will be gone in the blink of an eye.

We had a small celebration with friends and family. Of course, Mackenzie had her ceremonial cake eating and clean-up afterwards. Here are a few pictures of the special event.