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Family Photos, I just need one good shot

 Recently the boys and I got all dressed up for our yearly photos.  This is one of two things I ask of my boys, I request that they cooperate.  My request is not always met but none the less we manage to get a couple great shots.  This year I decided to have a close friend meet us at the park simply to snap a couple shots of the boys and I for a Christmas card.  I didn't require any individual shots, mom son shots just wanted the 4 of us.  This has been a hectic year and a Christmas card always wraps the year up.  

Yesterday, I officially ordered our cards and I can't wait for them to arrive in everyone's mailboxes.  The holiday season is coming and coming quickly.  Since my divorce holidays have been difficult for me but Christmas cards is something I still find complete joy in.  

Below is one of the silly out takes from our mini session.  The boys absolutely love to poke fun at me and give me a hard time.  One actually said, mom what happened to your face.  Umm, I have makeup on.  Being a mom is my greatest JOYS and documenting the boys as they grow is SO important to me.



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