I literally could have killed Mel yesterday.
Until I saw this.
Yesterday, at 4:30 after my first grueling day back at school, Mel texted me that we would have photos taken with Steve Roos at 6:30. “What day?” was my reply. Tonight. After a slight fit on my part and kicking and screaming, I agreed. Wouldn’t you know it. It happened to be Monday. In Hartsville, every boutique, every children’s shop, EVERYTHING is closed on Monday. No new photo outfits for this photography session. I had to throw together whatever I could find. I usually pride myself in perfectly coordinating outfits for my brood on two occasions: Sunday and Photography. (Those are the only chances I get with McCanless.) I couldn’t decide if we should break out the new fall wardrobe or find what was left of our too tight, too bright, summer wear. The 100 degree weather and 100% humidity decided for me. I threw on the usual, jeans and a t-shirt that I happened to wear to school that day, bathed the girls and even let McCanless decide what to wear. We were smiling and walking down Laurel Oak in downtown Hartsville by 7PM, and it couldn’t have turned out better, even if last minute. If I do say so myself.
It’s amazing how life changes with the seasons.
Summer 2009
Winter 2008
A family swing photo wasn’t taken in 2007. I imagine I was a bit overwhelmed with bringing Mary Clare home after her birth and first surgery in the summer months and anticipating her second surgery which was in December of 2007.
Fall 2006
This last photo was a Christmas card telling the world of our new addition, sweet Mary Clare. When this photo was taken I was about 14 weeks pregnant and had never even heard of Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome.
9 Comments
KATE on August 12th, 2009
this is the sweetest picture I have ever seen. I love you all!
Katie McKorell Liddle on August 12th, 2009
Kerri, I love the swing in your yard and it’s so cool that the 4 of you will continue taking pictures there through the years. The background of Prestwood Lake almost doesn’t look real. But I am especially partial to the latest family pic on Laurel Oak… that will always be my home in Hartsville. Steve is so awesome!!!
bmarchant on August 12th, 2009
Love the new picture!
And you could rent your swing to photographers! Next time I come to town I might stop by to snap a few photos myself!
Andrea on August 12th, 2009
I LOVE THE PICTURES!!! Sometimes the best photos are taken when there is little thought to them. It’s perfect!! I love the swing pictures that you have taken through the seasons, what a great idea.
Mary Clare is growing up so fast!
chaarlow on August 12th, 2009
I loooove the photo and how someone on facebook pointed out you in step with mary clare and mel with mccanless. just precious. the family photo on the swing is a must every year. how fun to see everyone grow and change. you have a dear family! mel’s spontaneous call turned out okay this time!! miss you guys!
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Rebecca Butcher on August 12th, 2009
Beautiful pictures!!! Your family would look beautiful in paper bags though!
Thanks for sharing!!!
Love to you~ Rebecca
Terri Woodham on August 14th, 2009
I love the pictures-I’m calling Steve, today!
It’s amazing how grown up McCanless has become, Mary Clare is a budding beauty, as well. And, the love you and Mel share, is obvious to everyone.
I love you all-Mom
Brandi Leonhardt on August 17th, 2009
The pictures are great!! Hope you are having a good start to the school year!!
Erica May on August 11th, 2009
I love it! What a difference time makes! I hope this will be a great school year for you all and we are so excited to see you all soon! I have said it many times, but Thank God for putting you all in our lives! Ask Mel if we can vote for him here in Augusta 🙂
love,
Erica