The two big categories for my life: the days before the beauty of dandelions was pointed out to me on a daily basis, and the days since.

Trying her hardest to be plant-like so bees will land on her. Atta girl.

When I need a smile I look at this photo from a few months ago.  She can dress herself for a stroll around the block, of course.

Trying to get used to a new camera with a kid who doesn’t feel like having her picture taken. Compromises were made.

Canon 5D mkiii / VSCO Film

With her bag full of cheez-its and plastic horses, we set out.

The time, right before bed, when we talk about our favorite part of the day.  Our long walk was mine.  “When you told me I could give all my dinosaurs water” was hers today.

It’s been so long since I’ve had anything colorful to photograph…

That’s enough from you, shark.

Starting today, a lot more fresh air to get me out of this ridiculous winter rut. Next up, being a better mom, running a better business, and less slacking all around. Totally doable.

My mom and I are learning to make flower crowns.  Because it’s practical.

My Esme, writing a letter to her daddy. Something about dinosaurs.

Contax 645 / Portra 800 / PPI

Snowbirding. 

Canon Rebel 35mm / Fuji 400h

Fire in the fireplace and head-to-toe fleece. We’re in until I see double digit temps again.

Home from Esme’s first trip to New York City. She loved the dinosaur bones, Central Park, and oversharing in elevators full of strangers.