A Baby Shower {Random Pictures}

Warning: Picture laden post! I could not pick and choose from my favorites. So, this is a picture dump!

My youngest niece and goddaughter is having a second baby, a boy. In fact, he entered the world on February 3rd. I can hardly wait to see the newest little one.

In the meantime, here are some random pictures taken at a baby shower that took place on January 18, 2014. The older kids did not stick around the adults much; so, I do not have any pictures of them. Keep in mind that these are not professional quality pictures; but, candid snapshots. Enjoy!

These two seem to be having a serious somber conversation.

She was SO ready to have this baby!

The below pictures were taken by Dan when the party moved outside. It was mid afternoon and the light (sun) was harsh. These are awesome and I still have a lot to learn because none of the ones I took outside were even good. By the way, these were the only pictures Dan took as he did not take any indoors.

Note: I love this (above) one. I do not know exactly why; but, I do.

A Girl and Her Horse

On January 18, 2014, we went to see a grand niece ride a horse. She is horse crazy and her Mother says she practically lives in the barn. Ha! But, I have to say that she truly loves riding and being around horses. She competes and has won ribbons.

The first five pictures are the ones I took. I have to tell you that I should just give up and let Dan take pictures of events like these. I think his pictures are much better than mine! Enjoy!

Snapshots of Christmas Break 2012: Part II

On December 28th,

We met up with my youngest niece, and her family (including her Mother) at IKEA. I had fun looking at all the stuff!

We visited for a bit and had a lovely time.

On December 29th,

We met up with my oldest niece and her family. This little girl is happy all the time. She is such a joy to hold and watch.

And, I enjoyed watching this girl play with a little toy she received. She really enjoyed this silly thing.

On December 30th,

We went to the Ft. Worth Stockyards. This is the view from above Love Shack -- a really good foodie place that accepts cash only.

And, Dan surprised me with a little side trip to the...

Fort Worth Water Gardens. One area of this garden, the Active Water Pool, is awesome!

I had injuried my hip; so, I could not risk taking a trip down into the "center". However, I took some pictures of Dan going down.



It is really deep, huge and loud!


We spent some time with my eldest brother and his wife on December 31st. I really love their little piece of property -- it is so much like what I wish for when we get a house of our own.

Life sort of returned to normal when we returned home late New Years Day.

It was a wonderful Christmas break. And, I hope we can do something like this again!