Happy Mother’s Day to all you Amazing, Beautiful, Unbelievable Mom’s!

Much Love

oxox 

First of all, AMAZING. Thank you all for writing from your heart – what a gift to learn the precious moments your children have given you.  I got teary with every new entry!!  There was no way I could ever just pick a winner so it was chosen for me randomly at random.org …. 

So without delay…. Our Winner IS:

Daddy B! Weeeeeeeeee!! Our only Daddy to enter!  So excited to see you guys again!  Corey, email me at keri@sweetwhispersphotography.com to schedule your session!  Give the girls a hug for me – and Happy Mother’s Day to Stacy!

I have THE best clients ever.  You are all amazing and so special.  I am grateful to have met all of you.  You are all incredble, amazing, beautiful Mothers.  

May your Mother’s Day be filled with laughter, love and joy.  Treasure the blessings of our children.  They truly are a miracle. 

Much Love,
Keri

oxox 

In honor of our favorite bedtime book at the moment:

Although I believe I have the greatest job in the world (giving families the gift of their memories to have forever – how amazing, right!) – But, there is one other job that is even better.. being a Mom.

As we all know, I think being a Mom is an incredible honor and blessing.  Although there are many important amazing jobs out there, I think being a Mom the most important job in the world.    I think it is nothing short of a miracle when a baby is born. I think it is such an honor to be trusted with these little souls that you are responsible for – to grow, to teach, to learn from, to leave the world a better place.  Amazing, isn’t it!

Now, just because its amazing doesn’t mean it’s easy. Truth be told, its THE HARDEST job on the planet really.  This quote was given to me when I was a nanny but it translates to the role of a mommy as well, don’t you think?

What is a Mom: activities director, teacher, dresser, beautician, nutritionist, chef, hygienist, janitor, nurse, dramatic reader, performer, entertainer, costume maker, arts and crafts instructor, dance partner, chauffeur and stroller-pusher, personal shopper, secretary, historian, detective, confidant, companion, counselor, coach, bodyguard, self-defense instructor, tutor, cheerleader, appreciative, audience, hugger, boo-boo kisser, potty trainer, learner, listener, helper, peace keeper, lifelong influence, shaper of the future. 

I bet all you Moms out there agree, don’t you? – AND you Dad’s should be nodding your head yes as well!

So why the gushy post about being a Mommy – Well to have a giveaway of course! Thats right – a giveaway for a Mommy who deserves it!  I know how fast these days with my little ones go – Somedays I just want to bottle it up and keep them this way forever… At least with my photographs I can do that… and now, you might be able to also!

The Rules:

* One entry per person. no double entries punks! ***But your friends and family can enter too!
* You must enter a comment in the comment box below.  It has to relate to being a Mom.  Tell me    
  something funny – tell me what you think is the greatest thing about being a Mom – tell me the
  hardest thing about being a Mom – Tell me something about YOUR Mom (or Mom of your kids!)  that
  makes her the best –  tell me SOMETHING about being a Mom! 
* Entries must be received by Friday, May 9th at 12:00pm (noon) EST.
* Winner will be announced Saturday, May 10th (Just in time for mothers day!)

What do you win:

* A FREE SESSION (up to 4 people – a $200 value)
* A $400 print credit
* A Slideshow set to music of all images
* A low-res copy of all images for web/blog/facebook display! 

(This session can be used for a family session, newborn session, or child(ren) session – It’s the session of your choice!)

One a sidenote — For all of those of you who are wondering what to get Mom for this Mothers day – Gift certificates for photographs of the kids or the entire family is always perfect! Contact me for specific questions – keri@sweetwhispersphotography.com

Happy Contest Entering!  Don’t forget to tell your friends and family to comment and enter as well!

Much Love

xoxo

I headed into Jackson school for his Mother’s Day Tea.  All of the Mom’s sat on one side of the room and the doors opened between the two classrooms to all the kids singing ‘you are my sunshine!’ I thought it was exceptionally cute since that is the song I’ve sang Jackson since he was born!  They sang another song about how much I love Mommy and Mommy loves me.  It was so cute!

As soon as the doors opened Jackson came running over to me since I was in the front as he yelled “Mom! Look what I made for you,” showing me the colorful pasta necklace he wearing! “Wait until Dad sees this,” he said!  I sent him back to sing with the rest of the kids.  After their little song performance we headed back to his classroom for refreshments and a little gift.  Jackson made a very sweet picture of flowers from his thumb prints – (picture to come later!) and gave me a little card too.  He made a picture of me that hung on the wall with a few ‘facts’ about me as well… He cracks me up – thats for sure!  Look at his answers…

It was a very cute morning – I’m so lucky to be his Mommy.  And the best part.. he even let us take a picture! … i love that little face!!

Sandy piggies could only mean one thing. its BEACH WEATHER here in New England! wwwwwwwwweeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee!

We headed out to the beach last week when it was 90 degrees – it was Mollys first beach visit in the warm weather and she loved it!  Jackson spent 50% of the day throwing rocks into the water to see the big splash and the other 50% on the swings! That boy would stay on the swing for days if we let him!  Here are a couple of the favorites …. In typical Jackson fashion these days – he wants NO part of the camera – soooo lucky ladybug had it pointed at her all day

This seems to be the only angle I get from him lately:

Watching big brother jackson venture into the *COLD* water

Check out ladybug’s first bathing suit of the summer – we haven’t picked up the sunblocker suit yet but how could I resist this!

Checking out the first time in the baby swing… not too sure yet…

ahhhh, i guess this IS fun! (can you tell we’re teething!)

Check out that pouty lip! Oh, how I adore her blue eyes…

Can’t wait until the beach is a daily thing – bring on Summer! 
Much Love,
K

xoox