I heard marching in the distance.  I was in the kitchen preparing lunch.  The stomping got louder and so did the giggles.  I hear Monsta trying to whisper not to tell Mommy what we are wearing to his brother.  I knew they were up to something.  They finally burst in saying, “Look at us!”.  ”We are wearing your coats Mommy!”.  They were indeed.  Smiles from ear to ear, marching the proudest march and laughing.  Those are the sounds that make me feel whole.  Simple laughter.  They had raided the coat closet downstairs and were showing off.

Then, a little snack.

Goofballs, I tells ya.

In one second, tears…

Then back to happy.

Smiles make me feel so darn good!

Road Trip!  I grabbed my sister and we drove to Purchase.  Easiest trip ever I might add.  We arrive and are greeted by the most beautiful Mama to be.  She was gorgeous, the house was gorgeous and we all had such a fun time.  We giggled and so did hubby.  I have to say that these two are going to be the most wonderful parents.  They are so warm and inviting.  The love they share is really something to witness.

Enjoy:

I was so honored that she asked me to photograph her newborn as well.  Here is a glimpse of their sweet girl…

Welcome to the world

I have lots of things to be thankful for but for today’s post, I would like to focus on something new that I’ve been doing. I’ve been juicing.

I know, right?

I never, in a million years, thought I would like the taste of some dark green concoction. I always new that it was a healthy thing to do but….
I have a girlfriend who juices, makes smoothies and really works hard on being healthy. One day she asks me to taste a fresh batch of Super Juice she made. I was all like, uhhhhh nahhhhh. Come on!, she says. Alright. With a squinty face, I took a sip.

HOLY SH!t! This tastes awesome!

I really couldn’t believe it. From that point on (about two weeks ago), I’ve been juicing. It makes me feel terrific and my body just craves it in the morning. My husband and 2 year old have also joined me drinking our Super Juice. My 5 year old? Nope. Won’t touch the stuff. I even juiced just an apple (which he loves) and he had a fit. Will I give up? Nope. I’ll sneak it into something.

This morning’s Dupa Ju (as my little one says it)

Spinach, carrots, green apples and cucumber. It was a new combination for me. We loved it! Refreshing is an understatement.

My eyes have been opened to a whole lot of new things lately – thanks to a group I belong to on Facebook, Raising Natural Kids.

I’ve always tried hard to incorporate ‘natural’ into my family.  I realize that there are so many more things I could be doing but…..rather, BUT

What I do is great for us now.

Now . we just drank vegies and fruits . i feel wonderful about that.

Spotted

waiting

one more look

off to school

Breakfast is the most favorite meal of the day around here.  For both my kids, the smell of eggs, pancakes, waffles, syrup and bacon can make them high-tail it to the kitchen table.  Of course, we don’t have that every day.  Most mornings, it is a combination of cereal and fruit.

Cubby loves to savor his breakfast.  He can sit for an hour and eat his cereal while watching Sesame Street.  Bowl after bowl (little bowls mind you), he chews and slurps and spills and laughs.  Upon completion, Oliver Twist style, he raises his bowl and asks for Moa.

Have a great weekend!

I would say about 90% of my Earth & Skye Photography business is based on referrals.  It is truly a wonderful thing.  Facebook has played a HUGE part in it as well.  Did I say HUGE?  HUGE.  What I find amazing about Facebook is that my photos reach people in so many places.

This session I would like to share with you came to be because we were visiting my Brother & Sister-in-laws in Chappaqua  last summer and they introduced us to their friends.  They just had a baby and of course we were all like, awwwwwww…isn’t she the most precious thing.  Anyways, I snapped a picture and sent it to them because I thought it was really sweet.  They ended up loving it and booked me for an official shoot for baby D’s 6 month photos.

It was so much fun.  Baby D is full of personality and has the greatest smile.  Let me share some of my favorites with you…

It is never too early to book a session.  If you are interested in a Winter, Spring, Summer or Fall shoot, book now while your calendar is open.

Marina Spooner – 631.553.7860

Have a great weekend!

Emerging from the Subway…

a new world

I like this

holding onto Daddy

a real pro already

still have to go through the rest. Stick with me…

I wanted to share with you a truly amazing session.  A session that wasn’t supposed to happen actually.  Things always have a way of falling into place.  I believe that wholeheartedly.  The energy, the love, the fun……it all came together on this day.

I hope you enjoyed these as much as I enjoyed taking them. I keep scrolling back to see them again!

I’d like to wish everyone a peaceful and productive new year ahead. Thank you to all of you for supporting Earth & Skye Photography and for passing my name around to family and friends. 2011 has been a wonderful year and with a full heart, I thank you.

Certainly a highlight of 2011.  We received tickets from my Mom to go see The Lion King.  I was super excited to bring the Monsta.  He loves all things that have to do with plays, stages, shows, puppets etc.

Off to NYC via LIRR

I can’t stop looking at this kid – hence the two looking out the window shots.

He felt pretty important handing over the tickets to the conductor.

First time in a subway.  He was intimidated at first and needed the security of Daddy.  He warmed up to the crowds of people after a few minutes though.

By the time we were to the big escalators, he was a pro at dodging and walking briskly.

Stay tuned for part II

I had the pleasure of meeting sweet Stephen this past weekend.  He is 3.5 weeks new to the world and has wonderful parents.  K & S welcomed me into their beautiful home and it was so relaxed and fun.  I hope you enjoy this little sneak peek.

He had such great skin tone and look at all that hair!  Love it.

He was perfect in every way.