Project 366 | May 24 - 30

          

May 24th - I got to catch up with a wonderful friend over dinner after not seeing her for almost a year...SO glad to have her back in Canada!

May 25th - My pretty hydrangeas.

May 27th - I thought the light in our bedroom was crappy, but it turns out I may just love it!

May 26th - So thankful for my mom who comes over to snuggle my baby AND helps me clean out my fridge!

May 28th - Nothing like a Saturday morning. 

May 29tb - First try at the sippy cup...not sure it was too successful.

May 30th - Lounging.

May 31st - He just loves sleeping in the big bed!

During this project I am participating in a blog circle with a several other incredibly talented photographers.  Check out Channon's beautiful work this week!

Project 366 | May 17 - 23

                 

May 17th - Hooray for finding new toys in the closet!

May 18th - I had the pleasure of coming back to the summer camp my husband and I worked at as teenagers, this time to photograph an engagement.  My first time back in 7 years!

May 19th - I think this one speaks for itself.

May 20th - Four generations of Simpson men (and Maggie).

May 21st - First time down at the water with Uncle Stephen.  

May 22nd - Thankful for a sister-in-law who takes me to the prettiest places, just to take pictures!

May 23rd - How you could not love that face?!

Project 366 | May 10 - 16

                       

May 10th - Experimenting with some hard light.

May 11th - Giving mom his tough face!

May 12th - Our first BBQ of the season! 

May 13th - That sweet little belly :)

May 14th - A tub of Kawartha Dairy Moosetracks doesn't last very long in this house!

May 15th - This poor boy is teething like crazy and sick.  Not a fun combo, but it's turned this wiggly boy into a little cuddler, which is kind of nice!

May 16th - Maybe I should have checked the weather before I planned to BBQ for dinner...oops!

During this project I am participating in a blog circle with a several other incredibly talented photographers.  Check out Aamie's beautiful work this week!

Project 366 | May 3 - 9

              

May 3rd - Now that his feet can actually reach the ground this has become a new favourite toy!

May 8th - Thankful to be this little guy's mom.  Our first Mother's Day photo.

May 4th - Playing around with some beautiful light at Meg's house!

May 5th - Up to no good.

May 6th - Levi and Maggie learning to sit peacefully on the same couch...thankfully Nana and Grandpa (and a bag of treats) were there to referee. 

May 7th - I don't think this one needs a caption :)

May 9th - Finally growing some hair on this giant head!

During this project I am participating in a blog circle with a several other incredibly talented photographers.  Check out Aamie's beautiful work this week!

Project 366 | April 26 - May 2

          

April 26th - These wild blueberries are a staple in our freezer...can't make a smoothie without them!

April 27th - We got to spend the morning with my lovely friend Meg and her daughter exploring a local greenhouse and chatting over coffee.  Not a bad way to start a Wednesday!

April 28th - The cutest little bath toys from Nana.

April 29th - Making friends with his stuffies.

April 30th - The latest face.

May 1st - Chomping away.

May 2nd - Big thanks to my mom for watering this poor little plant every time she comes over. Otherwise he would be long dead.

During this project I am participating in a blog circle with a several other incredibly talented photographers.  Check out Beth Ann's beautiful work this week!

Project 366 | April 19 - 25

              

March 19th - Working on our self portrait game.

March 23rd - Both of us weren't feeling well this weekend, so we spent half of Saturday lounging around in bed :)

March 20th - Trying to avoid getting his 5 month picture taken.  Lucky for me he can't get too far!

March 21st - Giving Dad a few Excel tips.

March 22nd - My mom's puppy Mindy...I have been trying forever to get a picture of her but she is terrified of my camera.  She humoured me when we were over for a visit on Friday though!

March 24th - When I was growing up grilled cheese and tomato soup was the classic Sunday afternoon meal. This Sunday seemed like a good day to bring that tradition back!

March 25th - When did my teeny tiny baby get so big?!

During this project I am participating in a blog circle with a several other incredibly talented photographers.  Check out Channon's beautiful work this week!

Project 366 | April 12 - 18

          

April 12th - Thought I'd take a cute photo of him napping.  I got this instead.

April 18th - Enjoying these beautiful tulips from my thoughtful friend Cait!

April 13th - Story time is an actual thing now, since grabbing at the pages makes things a lot more interesting for him :)

April 14th - Another nap photo foiled, and the escape plan in progress.

April 15th - Got it...finally!

April 16th - Ready to cheer on the Raptors during their first playoff game!

April 18th - At Peter's firm the strategy for getting through tax season is to be on a constant sugar high. Hopefully this should do the trick for today!

During this project I am participating in a blog circle with a several other incredibly talented photographers.  Check out Aamie's beautiful work this week!

Project 366 | April 5 - 11

         

April 5th - Who knew anyone could love peas so much?!

April 6th - Making baby food...I am definitely the slowest peeler in the world (as my mom has always kindly pointed out), so this mess took me a while to make!

April 7th - When you can finally reach your feet!

April 8th - Getting me through the nap-less days.

April 9th - Celebrating the lovely bride-to-be Emily this past weekend...my cousin Dion is a lucky guy!

April 10th - We have been battling some crazy sleep issues with this little guy these past few months.  The most recent addition to the long list is refusing to nap.  Lack of sleep doesn't seem to bother him...wish he could share some of his energy with me!

April 11th - Finally stocked the freezer with some of my favourite breakfast cookies.  If you want to try them, here's the recipe.

During this project I am participating in a blog circle with a several other incredibly talented photographers.  Check out Channon's beautiful work this week!

Project 366 | March 23 - April 4

       

     March 29th - This poor little man got his second round of vaccines today, although he handled them pretty well! 

March 30th - Self portraits with a baby are no joke! I think its time to invest in a wireless remote. 

March 31st - Say hello to my new friend :)

April 1st - Pretending he's a good sleeper.

April 2nd - First try at solids was a mess, but successful!

April 3rd - Levi met his Gigi and G-Pa for the first time this weekend!

April 4th - I would like to thank whoever invented the Jolly Jumper for their contribution to helping maintain the mental health of mothers with high energy babies.

During this project I am participating in a blog circle with some incredibly talented photographers.  Check out Aaimie's beautiful work this week and follow the circle!

Project 366 | March 22 - 28

      

March 22nd - My cute little succulent awaiting spring weather so he can go outside!

March 23rd

His 4 month picture (only 19 days late haha!) ... can't believe how much he's grown!

March 27th

March 24th - My first attempt at zucchini muffins. It was a challenge to find a recipe without oil and sugar, but this is a good one! You can find the recipe here :)

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March 25th - I have nothing nice to say about all the freezing rain we got Thursday night.

March 26th - Saturday morning cuddles :)

March 28th - Reaching has opened up a whole new world of play!

During this project I will be participating in a blog circle with a number of other incredibly talented photographers. Check out Beth Ann's beautiful work this week!

Arizona 2016

          

At the beginning of March we were lucky to get away for our first vacation as a family of three! I took way too many pictures, so I figured I should share a few more of them :)

Project 366 | March 15 - 21

       

March 15th - Finally sleeping with both arms unswaddled!

         

March 19th - Saturday afternoon.

March 16th - Some quick no-bake baking during nap time. 

March 17th - This boy seriously loves his Sophie.

March 18th - Reaching for faces is his latest thing.  Had a fun day visiting Auntie Laura!

March 20th - Chatting it up with his other Auntie Laura.  Loving all the auntie time this week!

March 21st - My first time making salmon.  I am not a big fish person, but its so easy to make, healthy and my husband loves it, so I guess its time I get on board!

During this project I am participating in a 365 blog circle with some incredibly talented photographers.  Check out Aamie's work this week!

Project 366 | March 8 - 14

                         

March 8th - My favourite photo from our trip to the Grand Canyon.  The canyon was amazing, but my photos couldn't do it justice, so we'll stick with these cuties :)

March 9th - I really enjoyed the beautiful kitchen at our place in Arizona!

March 10th - These two are always making each other laugh.

March 11th - Still not too sure what to think of the pool!

March 12th - Beautiful sunset on our last night.

March 13th - This is as creative as I get on a day involving 12 hours of travel with a baby! Impressive, I know ;) 

March 14th - We're both sleepy today after a rough night adjusting to the time change and daylight savings.  But nap time is for getting these suitcases unpacked!

During this project I am participating in a 365 blog circle with some incredibly talented photographers.  Check out Jennifer's work this week!

Project 366 | March 1 - 7

     

March 1st

March 2nd - We got some serious snow last night!

March 3rd - A cute little wooden sudoku I found for my sudoku loving husband!

March 4th - A quick iPhone snap on the way to the airport for this little guy's first vacation!

March 5th - Arrived in Arizona at 2am this morning. After resting up a bit we enjoyed a beautiful sunset walk.

March 6th - The best thing about vacation is having Daddy around everyday!

March 7th - We were up at 3:30 this morning (since babies don't appreciate time zone changes!) so we took a drive to see the sunrise over the mountains.

Project 366 | February 23 - 29

       

February 23rd - Tummy time on a very special quilt made by his Nana.

February 28th - You can never wear too many stripes, right?

February 24th - What I really wanted for dinner was a burger and fries!

February 25th - Learning 'this little piggy' with Grandma.

February 26th - Planning the details of our upcoming trip!

February 27th - This little boy was just laughing away flying around with his Daddy!

February 29th - Some homemade chicken noodle soup to get us through the storm that's on its way!

During this project I will be participating in a blog circle with some other very talented photographers. Check out Alicia's 366 blog post this week!

366 Project | February 16-22

             

February 16th - These hands are grabbing onto anything and everything these days!

February 17th - Tummy time with Grandma!

February 18th - Gotta love a sink bath. 

February 19th - A vital part of my morning.

February 21st - The light is so pretty you can't even tell the flowers are dying!

February 20th

February 22nd - Love that smile :)

366 Project | February 9-15

         

February 9th - Jolly Jumpers are seriously a lifesaver around dinner time!

February 10th 

February 11th - Discovering his feet for the first time.

February 12th - Four hour drive to the cottage complete with a snowstorm, two accidents and a diaper explosion!

February 13th - Thanks to grandparents, aunts and uncles I enjoyed plenty of hands-free time this weekend!

February 14th - Grandpa has some serious baby-entertaining skills!

February 15th - A special birthday breakfast for me!