We had a party because she said “YES”!
I’ve been away … Well, I’ve actually been right here in this bizarre southwestern city that clings tenaciously to the heat. I’m wearing a sweatshirt tonight just because I miss the change of seasons, thinking that possibly, if I wear winter clothes, we might experience a chill in the air for longer than the 15 minutes before the sun rises.
But I’ve been away from my blog in order to catch up on reports, lesson plans, grades, and sleep. Another reason I haven’t posted is that I had not had the camera in my hand for a while, and when I did, the images I produced were either boring or totally awful. I think exhaustion saps creativity and crumples knowledge and skill.
Last week, with a few days away from school, I got some good shots when my little family of six gathered for Thanksgiving.
My #2 son with his fiancee and his brother, my #1 son
I had handed my camera to someone else for the first shot above; that’s me on the left, toasting my son & his fiancee, who combined their engagement party with my sons’ dad’s Night-Before-Thanksgiving-Casino Night. (How’s that for a mouthful?)
My beautiful daughter-in-law asked that I not post any pictures of her on FaceBook (does that include this blog?) because she is expecting my 2nd grandchild in February. She has no idea how beautiful she looks. Respecting her wishes, I have not included any pictures of her.
What am I thankful for? I am thankful for my family: Two handsome, intelligent, and successful sons; two beautiful, intelligent, and talented daughters-in-law (soon); one incredible granddaughter; and one baby on the way. I am blessed!
Ramblings 
Beautiful – like you…….
Jim, I appreciate the compliment. Thanks. I hope that you are doing well.
Loved this. I get it.
I am glad that there is something universal in this post…that you “get it.”
Good for you Mona. Recharge those batteries, and nothing beats doing that than with photos of the family! What a beautiful family you guys make.
Know what? It is recharging and inspiring. And I happen to agree with you that I have a beautiful family. Too bad she doesn’t want pregnant pictures out there, because my daughter-in-law is beautiful.
You are blessed with such a family! 🙂
Yes, I agree. They are a blessing.
🙂
You are blessed! Congrats to al xoxo
YES I am!
Beautiful post, beautiful family, Mona. (You look younger than your son : 0 ! )
Congratulations to you and your family, for what you have and for what you are expecting–wedding and baby. I hope you’ll soon feel more rested and creative. I look forward to your next creative phase. ~ Lily
Thank you Lily … Wow! What a compliment. I was 32 when he was born.
As soon as the creative phase kicks in, you will know. As always, I enjoy following your blog.
~Mona
Thank you, Lily … I’m looking forward to that next creative phase too … maybe Christmas break will give me some time.
Oh Mona! What a fantastic Thanksgiving 🙂 You have a beautiful family and you look so pretty in that first picture! You’re granddaughter just steals your heart! HAHA! Being busy can be hard, I hope to see more of your blogs soon, when you get a chance 🙂
Thank you for the compliment … and I miss blogging, but I will be back. I enjoy watching you mature as a photographer … you’ve gotten quite good.
Thanks Mona 🙂 You made me blush haha! So sweet 🙂
Looks like you had a great thanksgiving! I must say that it is hard to believe that you are a grandmother! lol
Oh thank you for that compliment (I am actually 62).
Lovely family!!!! where are you located out west?
We are in Phoenix … and thank you!
Ah,, my son spends alot of time out there in the spring. he is up in Surprise with the Royals. and my hubby spends alot of time for his work in Tucson.