Day 273 of 365

McKenna was sick in the middle of the night, so she had to stay home from school today. Of course, she was perfectly fine all day, but it allowed me to do some much needed house cleaning and laundry. She was bored by noon, and spent about one-half hour sitting on the porch waiting for the school bus to bring her friends home. I wouldn't let her play with anyone today, but she greeted them from her chair on the porch.

Day 271-272 of 365

Some of my students can't afford to have senior portraits done, and, since I need the practice, I offered to take them. I love working with older subjects. They are so much fun, not to mention they listen and do exactly what I asked. I can't wait to do more next week.

Day 270 of 365

I think this is Lilly's "I am really sick of you taking photos of me, mom, so just get it over with already" face. I see this one a lot.

Day 269 of 365

Only one more stripe to go before McKenna earns her advanced blue belt. Don't mess with her.

Day 268 of 365

The hydrangea are perfect for clipping right now. I love this pink hue.

Day 267 of 365

It was a great day to be a Bison! After tailgating and connecting with old college friends in the NDSU lot at the fairgrounds, we watched the Bison beat the Gophers in an exciting game. It was just like being back in college (except for our sore feet, heartburn and feeling ready for bed by 10pm).

Day 266 of 365

The first leaves of our maple tree are starting to change. A few more weeks and I'll be dressing up the girls to do our annual fall photo shoot at the nearby park. I love the sound of crunching leaves underfoot.