Mom mentioned that she wanted us to have a family portrait taken since we were all here, including the latest addition to our family, Ava.
So, today she had us all get dressed and go to the studio. Nothing fancy, just a casual family photo. My grandmother came over as well. This was her first time meeting her eight and latest great grandchild.
What Mom failed to mention was that the "studio" was inside the H.E.B. grocery store down the street. Now, not only was this classic mom, it was also a blast! We had such a great time on the way there. I took several shots of our family getting there, and during the shoot. The green screen behind us is the placeholder upon which they will put the "official, fancy portrait background.
After that, we all went to dinner at Abuelos, my mom's favorite restaurant. I know this sounds silly, but I really enjoyed today. I am enjoying my time with my family. Tomorrow is my brother's birthday and we are having a little get together for him. It will be just the family, but I can't wait. My mom is making mashed potatoes; she makes the best in the world! I wait all year for her mashed potatoes.
I am knitting. I am making some progress on my Lacy Shrug in Copper Penny. I finished one sleeve and am now working on the body. I feel content.
Eryka
P.S. Here is a photo album with all the images, in case you are interested.
7 comments:
Your mother??? I would have thought you had a sister you hadn't told us about! What a gorgeous family. Lucky, lucky, you.
Okay, I thought Grandma was mom, mom was sister, sister-in-law was (adopted) sister, oops -- then who's the guy? -- corrected to think Keith was brother, adopted sister now is the sister-in-law. Your family looks so young it got me very confused! And what a little dumpling your niece is!!
Love, love, love the shrug!
I love the picture in front of the fruit - my caption is "two peaches in front of the plums". Your family is beautiful! (And yes, your mom is hot!)
thanks! Yes, I do feel quite lucky to have the family that I do! My mom is amazing on top of being hot! She is 54 and working very hard at keeping herself healthy. She has been talking to my brother Keith and I about keeping on top of our health while we are here.
Ellen, I love your caption. If you dont't mind, I shall borrow it.
Your mother is gorgeous! And you aint' bad either. Your brother is a lucky man being surrounded by so many beautiful women. Your grandmother, sister-in-law and niece included. What a blessing family is!
Thanks Hope!
What a gorgous family! Your niece is such a pumpkin! I bet everyone wants to give her a squeeze. I love healthy chubby babies! ;-)
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