Friday, August 24, 2012

Back to {Middle} School

We are in the second week of school here in California.  
So Far....So Good
(although I don't want to jinx it)

The transition to Middle School has been a good one - for Both of Us!

~ In Years Past ~
~ Like So Many Families Across America ~
The First Day of School was filled with Mom rushing to get the Perfect Picture (followed by child grumbling and groaning)


Last year I finally got Smart - and started doing a Dry Run Sunday.


Little K get's to try out her First Day of School Outfit - and I get to take all the pictures I want.

No Rush
No Hassle
Everybody is Happy


This year - Little K actually asked ME first - if we were going to do a photo shoot before school started.

Aaah - after years of training - I've finally got her requesting that pictures be taken. 


There is One downside to my plan.  I ended up with over 200 shots.  Many of them were really good.

How will I ever choose my favorites


What a difference it makes when my child is relaxed and happy (and mama too).


She was willing to pose anywhere I suggested - and I was willing to try HER  suggestions too.


This shot was on a wall about 12 feet off the ground.  She had to climb on my shoulders just to get into position. 

Oh what the neighbors must think of us.

Time to be a little Goofy


And a little more Serious


And maybe a little Cheeky


So how was the First Day of School in your house?

I have a feeling this is going to be a Great Year.