Each time we visit my parent’s house, we usually end-up taking their four-wheeler for a ride behind my grandparent’s house.  As we drive through their wheat field to the lake, I always think, “I’d love to photograph someone out here.”  
So one night after finishing dinner with Hannah and Jason, we headed out to take a few preg-o pictures before sunset. 

I can’t believe they only have a few weeks left!  Hannah looks wonderful.

Can’t wait to meet you, Parker!

We went to the strawberry patch tonight to let Ross and Rayna pick fresh strawberries.  Ross was a mighty-fine little helper.   Out of the twenty Rayna picked, only two or three made it to the basket. 

I live for love vacations.  I even love those mini-trips that most people wouldn’t even consider a ‘vacation.’  We were only in Chattanooga a day, but it felt wonderful to get out of the house and let the kids explore.

First thing that morning, Ross and Rayna climbed to the window to get a better view of the city. 
Despite the age difference, Rayna is determined to keep up with Ross.  Whether it’s climbing ladders, getting new tattoos (see arm) or just getting wet…

…she will eventually go for it!

Since I broke my #1 rule (“Take your camera everywhere“) and left my camera in the car during our trip to the Tennessee Aquarium, I’ll explain what would have been the most gorgeous image from the trip:

Ross standing in front of the huge tank casually watching the little ‘sea fish’ swim by…
All of a sudden, a HUGE shark slowly appeared right in front of Ross… 
(Are you with me?! Do you see where I’m going?!)
…Ross’ tiny silhouete in front of this glowing blue water with a enormous shark right in front of him.
(Can’t wait to go back with my camera!)

Don’t let this post fool you.  I am NOT a food-snob.   I mean…  how many people can eat at Taco Bell and Long John Silver and actually enjoy it?  (I rest my case.) 

However, I grew up with the combination of home grown food and a long-line of incredible cooks.  It wasn’t until I got married that I discovered foods like cereal, velvetta cheese, frozen waffles and store-bought vegetables.  

My dad has done really well with his gardens over the years.  He not only encouraged me to start my own, but he also helped me.
Matthew also had a part tilling the land.  (You should see the blisters on his hands!) 
I planted a few, but mainly stood around with my camera and watched them work with a big smile on my face.
  
I officially have squash, tomatoes, onions and bell peppers!  I can’t wait to fry some squash later and make home-made salsa!