Leah's Children:)

These are Leah's children...I love a good challenge and they certainly put me to the test! At first, I didn't think I would get a smile out of any of them, but it really didn't take long for them to loosen up a bit, and once they started kidding around with each other and their Mom (who stood behind me and did everything except for stand on her head to get them to crack a smile), I got some really great photos;)

Her oldest - Elise...who lives in Texas!

Next is Jared...a wrestler and senior in high school.

I posted 2 photos, because he was the hardest one to get to smile, but I caught him when he wasn't looking;)

Then, there's Meghan - also in high school.

And her youngest, Sam - an 8th grader.

After taking a few of all of them at the fence, I happened to turn and see the sisters like this. It truly warmed my heart, because you can tell they are not only sisters, but they are friends. It reminded me of my sisters who are my best friends:)

I had such a good time getting to know her family!

~Akia's Family~

Referrals are so much fun:) I met Akia and her family through Renae (her son was the adorable one a few posts ago). Not only do you get a discount for referrals, but I get the benefit of meeting someone new - someone that I probably never would have met otherwise.

This is Akia's family. Her brother on the left, her son in the middle, and her daughter on the right. They are all so sweet and patient! It was freezing cold out there, but this park by their house in Zebulon was great!

Her son - the one loving all of the attention here - has such a big personality;p He was so much fun!

~ Brother & Sister ~

~ Mom & Daughter ~

~ Dad & Son ~

Not long after we left the park, it started to snow and ice...perfect timing!

Little Luke:)

This child has absolutely stolen my heart:) Not only is he beautiful, he's so sweet and makes being a parent look fun! Don't worry there are plenty of other children in the world to counteract that notion for me ;p

Pondering something intense...

Footsies!

These were crocheted especially for Luke by the ladies at his mommy's home church in Indiana, and that's his mommy's cradle. Love the special touches!

Yes, yes I know it's not Christmas anymore, but I couldn't resist the cuteness:)

So sweet and beautiful...