Travis Dew Photography

This is a repeat family that brings their holiday spirit strong-as-train-smoke every year.  Daddy never, ever disappoints with his ability to play like a little boy and Mama is as pleasant and patient as can be.  She also is a rock star in a Martha-kind-of-way…in that…she puts up…(ready for this?)…a large Christmas tree in EACH room.  What!?  Getting up one tree makes me want to call a divorce attorney sing Christmas carols and emancipate my children have hot cocoa and marshmallows for everyone.  Can’t imagine having enough patience spirit to spread throughout the house.  Here’s your look…and bless you.  (And if you ever leak that little holiday nugget of yours to my household…I will superglue an elf to your rearview mirror.)

What a great little morning I had with this family!  Another Mama that looks like a stinkin’ rock star after birthing her baby…and a sweet Daddy with his head in the domestic game ready for anything.  Except…maybe…a mean football spiral from a 2-year old…a little too close.  Here’s your sneak peek…I had a blast with you guys.  Did you think I was going to sit right down and stay for a while…because I could have…since we’d known each other for about 30 years minutes.  Enjoy!

I haven’t seen these cuties in a few years…and the last time we got together a FROG jumped on G’s head…loved it.  I’m soooo glad you brought your new family member – Splash – a perfect addition to our day in the park.  Thank you for calling me….loved our afternoon.

So every once in a while…I try to support the Charleston locals by offering up a little Giveaway from an area business.  I’ve been a little delinquent this past year so this one is the FIRST in a while….but oh-so-worth the wait.

If you have some clients, office crew, or family that you need to treat over the holidays…or any time – YOU MUST CONSIDER these guys.  Gus and Eleanor Smythe have a local business – TOFFEE SMYTH – and….it is some of the most delicious…mouth-watering crack you’ve ever tried.  Yes, it’s like crack…I’m pretty sure you’ll start to drool just seeing this.

Soooo….for the Giveaway…all you have to do to be in the running – is make a comment with your name on THIS POST (not Facebook or another post because I will never see it!!) by Tuesday the 26th to enter to win a $65.00 gift certificate for lots of this deliciousness.  It’s affordable ranging from $12-$20 and…even better – 10% of this company’s proceeds goes to Camp Happy Days!

If you have a TOFFEE NEED or a TOFFEE QUESTION, you are encouraged to contact Eleanor at toffeesmyth@gmail.com or 843-452-0901.  Make your holiday shopping simple – sold in 1-lb and 1/2-lb portions!

This cute fellow is Mr. Leprechaun’s cousin.  He’s laid back, super delicious and got a cool set of parents and pets.  I enjoyed seeing you again…and my, how you have grown!

Mama, you always make it look easy to get your crew ready and to our session.  I know how it is…and I know it can get hectic beforehand…but your smile always shines through…even with a climb into the attic and a post-camping scrub down.  I love seeing your crew and really LOVE that your parents joined us this time.  Here’s your peek of your fun fam.

Congratulations to my Henry Dew…for making the All Stars team for Football this season.  You are a coachable and dedicated little guy whose head NEVER leaves the field.  Your hard work, quick speed and good attitude have paid off – good for you.  Last Saturday was Charleston Navy’s first game against Beaufort.  Wow, where were the Bloody Mary’s?…Why weren’t the dads sitting?…Why weren’t the men talking?…What was with the yelling with hands on heads!?…I didn’t know they would have some home cookin’ at those games…everyone kept yellin’ for it.  They won…but by the skin of their chinny chin chin.  Reminder: take a flask for Saturday’s game.  No really.  Jeeeezereeee.  Did I mention the other team was HUGE…huge.  Check out Henry (Navy #8…then check out #74….)

Go, boy, Go!

365 days have flipped by since a favorite post of mine last year…these awesome little creatures are three…and there are three of them.  Yes, Mama and Daddy haven’t been the same since…but they take this full household in stride and make it look easy breezy.  (Have I mentioned how much I love, love, love when a husband requests a picture with just his wife?)…well… this sweet guy did and…it didn’t last very long.  The new normal.  LOVE IT!  Also, check out the three swinging on their bellies…Mama and Daddy’s genius solution to “Push me!”

Another great little family that I’ve seen through the years….these boys were toddlers the first time….at least it seems that way compared to their giant status now.  It’s fun to see everyone grow….but I must admit – it makes me sad too.  Time is a-flyin’!  Great to see you guys again…here’s your sneak peek!

These two couldn’t be any nicer.  They both are super engaging with adults….and, as a parent, I appreciate that.  I like it when a child speaks to me – first…it means they’re not up to anything.  In addition to their fabulous manners….they are Full. Of. Life.  Love it.  Enjoyed my time with you two crazy people….