•••Photo of the Week: All Aboard!•••

•••Diabetes Dash: Philanthropizza•••

Last month I had written about the upcoming Diabetes Dash that Justen and I will be participating in. Shortly after we completed the registration process, Justen came home one day and surprised me with these new shoes. Aren't they pretty? He figured brand new shoes with pink all over them would entice me to start training. I was so excited...new shoes, and pink! I quickly put my fancy new running shoes and pranced around the house. Justen quickly seized the opportunity and took advantage of my new shoe high and suggested we take them on their inaugural run. He said "run", but my mind heard "prance down the street and show everyone your fancy new pink running shoes". I quickly agreed. I was still excited once we reached our next door neighbors driveway, and was having fun picturing all the new pink running gear I could get to match my new shoes. Once I had mentally completed my new outfit for purchase I began to feel a little winded. I looked up thinking we must be almost done with our run. Hmmm...just the stop sign at the end of our street. Oh well, I am still wearing my new pink running shoes right? Two miles later I look over at Justen and I look down at my new shoes and realize that these are not fun new pink running shoes...these are devices that are in coercion with Justen to torture me! We finished our run and I realized that the I am really out of shape and the Dash this year might be a little bit harder...even with the help of pink running shoes.

I will say though that since our inaugural run (and with Justen's help) I have trained a little bit more. Still not excited about the running part, but I am excited about the Dash.

We were just informed that the kick off event is next week and I am so excited! This year the organizers of the Dash partnered with California Pizza Kitchen to create a fun event called Philanthropizza. On February 23rd, if you eat at any Atlanta area CPK 20% of your entire bill will be donated to the Diabetes Dash. Yum! Who can resist pizza? And who can resist pizza when you know it is for a good cause? The official kick off party with be at the Atlantic Station CPK from from 6:00p.m. to 8:00p.m., but the event lasts all day. If you guys would like to participate just print the flyer below to turn in to your server and you will have done your part.

http://www.diabetesatlanta.org/PDF/Philanthropizza.pdf

Okay, off to train some more...or at least off to day dream about what kind of topping I want on my pizza. ;)

•••And the winner is...•••

Congratulations to our Valentine's Day contest winner Lizzi! 

Thank you to all who entered! It was so much fun to read what everyone was doing this Valentine's Day. I hope everyone had a wonderful day filled with love! :)

•••Last Day•••

Don't forget today is the last day to submit your picture for Regis and Kelly's Beautiful Baby Contest.

It is also the last day to enter At First Sight's Valentine's Day contest!

See previous posts for info on both! Good luck!

•••The "M" Family Preview•••

Last weekend I met the M family. Aren't they adorable? Young Mr. S turned two recently and they wanted to commemorate the birthday with some photos. We met at Smyrna Market Village and with the unseasonably warm weather it made it the perfect place for a session. Everyone enjoyed the park, playing in the gazebo, and watching the ducks.

Isn't this picture precious? Mr. S was the sweetest two year old ever. He was having such a great time and the instant he got in front of the camera he gave me a huge smile.

I loved this picture when I saw it. It totally says "two year old" to me...jumping and playing, that is what two year olds do. Mr. S was sweet, but he was also fearless. He loved jumping off of things and running down hills. So full of life!

Hope you enjoyed the preview! More coming soon! :)

•••Photo of the Week: Wishes•••

"Wish I may, wish I might..."

•••Let's Celebrate...•••

...Valentine's Day with a CONTEST! :) 

With Valentine's Day just a week away I thought we should all have a little fun this week. At First Sight is going to give one winner a free mini-session. The session can be at a location of your choice with in the Metro Atlanta area (date subject to availability of both the winner and the photographer). 

All you have to do to enter is answer in the comments section the question "How do you plan to spend your Valentine's Day?". Also list with your answer the best possible way to contact you (email address or phone number) should you be the winner.

The winner will be drawn randomly and announced on February 14th. Good luck everyone! :)

•••Miss E's Six Month Shoot•••

Last week I did a six month photo shoot with Miss E. Miss E is on my baby plan and it has been such a treat to see her grow up these last six months. She is getting so big! She is so full of smiles and is always happy. It was so cute to watch her sit. She has just started doing it and you can tell she thinks it is the funniest thing to do...especially when she sees her toes. :)

She still has the bluest eyes. They are so pretty!

Uh-oh, dad better watch out for this one!
And you have to love a girl who knows how to accessorize. I loved this hat when Miss E's mom took it out. So cute!
Hope you enjoyed the sneak peek! See you in three more months Miss E! :)

•••HOT Mama•••

Lately I have had quite a few maternity shoots. This is the first in the few that I will share. Who ever says pregnant women aren't hot are crazy. This mom-to-be was gorgeous and was so proud to show off her belly. We did a mix of traditional maternity shots with some boudoir maternity and everything came out great! I had a ton of fun at the shoot, and thought I would share one quick sneak peek with you guys!

•••Regis & Kelly: Beautiful Baby Contest•••

I thought I would pass this contest along to you guys. I know several of you have super adorable baby's and this is a great chance to show them off! Regis and Kelly have teamed up with Gerber for their annual Beautiful Baby Contest. Several winners are chosen, but the grand prize winner will be photographed for the cover of Parenting magazine and will receive $125,000 towards a college scholarship. Nominees must be between the ages of 6 months and 48 months, and all submissions are due on February 13th by 5p.m.

For more information and official rules visit:

http://bventertainment.go.com/tv/buenavista/regisandkelly/contests/babies09/index.html

Good luck!