Blooming

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I made a resolution in January to do a better job of stopping with my camera when I saw something that warranted a picture (inspired by you, Vicky). And by "do a better job" I meant "start."

Well, I've done it exactly one time - last Friday. There's a beautiful row of blooming trees in the middle of town and after school Friday, I stopped with the kids and my camera. I wasn't trying to take pictures of the kids (although they snuck in a few); just wanted to capture something pretty.

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My only attempt at making them stop for a picture. Hello, fake smiles.
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So not happy that she wasn't tall enough to climb on her own.
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Camden to the rescue.
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I promise I did not make him pose like this. He just knew I had my camera in hand. Hello, cheesy.
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Comments

Vicky said…
Seriously- some of my most favorites ever. Stunning- truly just pretty and fresh and unique. Love, love, love.

I'm staring at the snow in my yard and my winter coat I had to wear again today… sigh…

Going back to look at your pics and dream a bit more.
6:55 PM
Becky said…
These are beautiful, Melissa. I should make that one of my goals too.
And cute shoes.
4:02 PM
Christine @ 12,450miles said…
These are gorgeous! And I love the idea behind it... so very smart...
6:32 PM
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