Block Party!

Do you remember neighborhood block parties?  I remember when I was growing up we had an annual party in the summer that just so happened to be right in-front of my best friend’s house.  It was the time to meet new neighbors, hangout with friends, dance around, and eat great food.  It was also one of the few times my parents let me stay up past my bed time.

Block parties are a great way to meet your neighbors, new and old.

This Saturday from 10am -3pm will be the 3rd annual GLMV Chamber of Commerce block party at the Libertyville Sports Complex!  It will be just like a summer block party… food, dancing, friends, fun, and the best part is that it’s FREE.  Why would you miss this?  There will be over 100 vendors from Gurnee all the way down through Mundelein present.  Did I mention there will be free food?!?!  At noon there will be a live reptile show for all the “kids”.

What a great way to support your community by coming out and meeting local vendors.  I have a feeling this will be the place to be on Saturday.  I know I’ll be there!

Stop by my booth to say “HI” and to find out about the special block party offer!

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Big Baby Blue Eyes {Gurnee IL Family Photographer}

Gurnee IL Baby Portrait Phtographer

A little while ago I got the chance to hang out with an adorable little man (besides my husband).  Little A at the time was just 6 months old and the happiest little guy I’ve ever met.  Right away when I walked into the house I was greeted by Dad holding Little A like a football and I remember the wide toothless grin he had on his face.  That smile could melt any scrooges heart!  I have a feeling his parents are definitely going to have trouble saying “No” to that little face in the near future.

Not once during the session did Little A cry or get upset…he was a pure angel.  I would like to think that he was so good because my assistant was making the best funny faces and crazy noises EVER but I have a feeling it was because of the joy this little guy had towards everything new and exciting.  There is also the tiny fact that his parents are quite possibly the cutest parents you’ll ever meet.  I can see them being on the cover of Parent magazine discussing the latest baby trend or doing an interview with Babble.com to discuss how best to handle your toddler.  I plan to have their number on speed dial once my husband and I have kids.  (Aaron and Mel, you have been warned.)

One thing you can’t deny, this little boy’s baby blue eyes are going to break some young girls hearts in the future!  So parents with little girls be warned…there is a little hottie out in Gurnee.

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My Week, In IPhone Photos {April 14 – April 20}

Capturing life in pictures is such a powerful thing.  Life is always teaching us lessons with things, images and people we encounter every day.  It’s nice to take a step back after a busy week and remember what brought us joy, sorrow, love, and laughter.  It’s all too often we forget what blessings we have in our life.  This week has been filled with quite a few blessings and lessons.  Here are a few things this week has taught me…

What have you learned this week?

 

Puddle Jumping {Racine Wisconsin Child Photographer}

Racine Wisconsin Child Photographer Rain

Rain, Rain, Go AWAY…Little Addi wants to play!  Doesn’t this little girl just look adorable in her rain gear for her rainy day photo session?  Wisconsin has been getting poured with lots of rain lately and this little girl sure doesn’t seem to mind at all!  I wish they made rain gear this stylish for adults.  My plain black umbrella and blue raincoat have nothing on Little Addi’s matching boots, umbrella and coat!  One thing is for sure…Little Addi is definitely prepared for a few puddles.

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Mount Pleasant Wisconsin Kid Photographer Rain Gear

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Racine Wi Kid Photographer Rain Gear

Sweet Baby Girl {Wisconsin Photographer}

This little girl was just 14 days old and as cute as a button!  Her newborn portraits were a blast to take and watching her be so interested in her surroundings really reminded me how we take something like the sun shining through the window on a Spring day for granted.  This little girl was just infatuated with her surroundings and I’m pretty sure her parents will have a very inquisitive little girl on their hands in a few years.  I can’t wait to see this little girl grow up!

Racine Wisconsin Newborn Photography

 

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