Shots!

Owen had his 6 month immunization shots yesterday so we're spending all day at home cuddling and keeping up with the tylenol until his fever breaks. (which means no storytime at the library today) I'm so glad we don't have any more shots for 6 whole months! We are so lucky (knocking on wood now) that Owen hasn't been sick his whole life. He hasn't had any ear infections, colds, stomach viruses... nothing. He's pretty much happy and healthy all the time (as long as you keep cow's milk away that is!) So that's probably why after shots we really coddle him because we aren't used to him acting so pitiful.

Everyone tells you that 6 months is the best age and even though at 4 months, I didn't think it could get any better... IT DOES! The subject of baby #2 comes up quite a bit and last night Ben and I were saying, "if only we could give birth to a 6 month old" we'd be ready tomorrow! If only.

On to our big boy's 6 month stats:

28.5 inches long (90%) 21.1 lbs (92%) and 97% for head circum. He still has a big big brain :D

Teeth: Yesterday the doctor said she wouldn't be surprised if we woke up tomorrow to TWO teeth.. but today still no sign of them. I have to say, I'm not in a hurry for this. For some reason, it makes me feel like he will be forever changed. When I see kids with teeth I no longer think "baby" I think toddler. I'm not ready for Owen to be a toddler. I'll get over it, obviously. But for today, he's still my "baby"

Crawling: who needs it? not him. He can get from point A to B without even getting on his knees! It's hilarious, he uses his feet to scoot himself, he hasn't quite figured out that this would be much easier if he got up on his knees. Again, not quite ready for him to figure this out yet so we are content with his modified army crawl he has going on.

Feeding: Needless to say, this kid eats A LOT. He would eat more than one 4 oz jar of baby food at each sitting (3 a day) if we'd let him. He hates formula, so I think he tries to fill up on solids and hold out until the next time I pump. He's a smart cookie. He also can feed himself his own bottle and bananas in those little feeder mesh thingys. I have to say, this is life changing! It is so nice to be able to hand him a bottle and fold laundry or hand him the banana thing while I eat a sandwich. It's heavenly. Btw. If you don't have one of those meshy thingys you must get one. He loves it. I think it makes him feel independent.

Sleeping: still. not. sleeping. He has really become a great napper though! He has 1 two hour nap a day now (this is AMAZING) and then he has 2 30-45 min naps, and then pretty much just "naps" all night. (aka wakes up every 2.5 hrs) SO doc says we must intervene here and try cry it out. he needs sleep for development. so, we're going to after we go to OKC on the 16/17. There is no reason to do it twice this month and since we are already scheduled to go out of town we are waiting until after we get back so that we don't have to do a "refresher" course so soon. Wish us luck.

Encouraged!

I just have to share what is probably the nicest email I have ever received -- This note came at the perfect time and I feel so overwhelmed with thankfulness!

Addie!

Wow what a talent you truly have. EVERY single picture from the party was simply amazing and what a treat for me not to have to be scattered party planner and try to run around and get pictures that would be of much lesser quality!!!

I am not much of a crier-like never a happy crier, (but as a mom I'm sure you know babies can change that some times), and I was brought to tears by how well you captured the little looks and personality of our Finley. It goes by in just an instant and I swear before I know it I will be typing you telling you what a great job you did with her second birthday party pics :) (as soon as I get it on the books I am calling you)! You have found yourself clients for life!

Thank you, thank you, thank you! I do not doubt that you will be ridiculously successful in your new business venture and I am glad to have the inside scoop! It looks like most of the pictures were up, but if you are adding more, just let me know so I can tell my friends to remember to take a look as well. There were some fabulous shots of their kids.

Have a great day!

(leaving her name off in case she didn't want me to share this!)

Isn't that wonderful?!! I mean, I wanted to cry I was so happy that they are pleased with the photos! That's better than any payment I could ever receive!! It was just so sweet and it has really made me feel wonderful about my decision to dive into this business. (By dive in, I mean use money I had in savings to purchase equipment that probably cost more than my first car) I was starting to stress out about it a little bit and then poof, I got this lovely note, and I suddenly remembered the reason that I wanted to do this: The photos I take of Owen have become timeless treasures for our family to cherish for years to come... I wanted to be able to capture those kind of memories for other people! And somehow... I think it's working! How perfect is it that this could become a career path for me that allows me to work on weekends when Ben is home with Owen, and edit during the week... oh and the fact that I LOVE IT, is just the biggest bonus EVER! I just think God is so amazing! I am so thankful for all that God has done for me this year. I am blessed beyond measure!

It's live!

Hello friends! The website is now live! Please take a look and let me know if anything looks or sounds odd:

www.addiescott.com

I shot my first event this weekend and it was a blast! A precious first birthday party for a darling little girl named Finley. I'll post photos soon or you can go to proofing and the password is one. For now, I need a break from the computer. :P

Love to you all!

new toy

Yesterday I purchased a new mac so that I can use the photoshop I purchased a week ago (my current mac was outdated and couldn't run the new ps) This is my new baby. I am in love. Every nap time I run to the office to learn more and play with my new toy. I know that I work for IBM... that should make me a PC girl, and for word documents etc. I do prefer PC but, my goodness... Apple really knows what they are doing. Ben and I both thought the last mac was pretty spiffy, but this new one is beyond expectations. I went with the iMac (desktop) version because it is faster, has more memory, oh yeah, and it was $900 less than the 15 inch laptop I needed! Since we already have a macbook pro, and pc laptop, the iMac made the most since. This thing has better resolution than our HD flatscreen. I might start watching tv on here! So why am I rambling on about this? Well, I have decided that I am going to pursue my passion for photography and start my own business! Yes, I am aware that there are hundreds of photographers here in Tulsa. I'm not trying to get rich or anything, just trying to pay for my very expensive hobby and I LOVE doing it! I am currently looking for models to start building my portfolio. This won't be you posing like you are at Olan Mills. I want to capture lifestyle portraits. Basically pictures of families, kids or couples doing what they do everyday. So if any of you are looking for some party pics at your kiddos birthday party or baby shower, give me a call! Need photos for Christmas Cards? Let me know!

Wonderful Wednesday

Today Owen and I went to storytime at the library. He LOVED it. He was so excited to play with other babies and clap along with songs. It was precious. Once he gets started with his funny giggle, it's hard to stop him. Sometimes this goes on for hours! We are SOO blessed and thankful that he is a joyful, happy baby! Aww. Love him. Here are some pics from the last 24 hours. Yes, that's how often I take photos. I can't help it. It feels as though he is posing all day and I MUST capture it. It's an obsession, I know. I'll get help later, but for now... enjoy!

Last year, we saw a chandelier hanging from a tree down the street. We presume that they were hosting some sort of wedding shower, engagement party or whatnot due to the elaborate decor and catering vans. It was so beautiful! I not only wished for a tree to hang a chandelier from in my own front yard, but I also longed to know those people. Their lives seemed so luxurious. The reality is that there is no reason we can't all do something to make ourselves at home... outside!