What a gorgeous family! This little doll and her family were all smiles for a fun fall walk at the Commons in Traverse City. And the dog . . . so that must be where Chewbacca’s character came from!
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We had a super fun day with the Zywicki family in the apple orchard. These little dudes cracked me up! Such happy little guys, and busy, and curious!
Little miss Abigail is a month old now and made her first appearance as a sleepy little princess. Her big brother, Blake, would not sleep for us when we did his baby photos so this is a big deal for Mom. What a beautiful little thing! I am so excited to watch her grow and join her big brother as one of my favorite little people!
Anderson is the sweetest, most smiley boy! He loves his Mom and his Dad and the ceiling fan – I guess I haven’t taken enough time to sit and look at a ceiling fan, it is rather interesting, and Anderson really enjoys watching it. He is curious. He is interested in books, and blocks, his stuffed elephant, and the look on his face when he walks with his special cart is positively priceless. He is a happy little boy. He just melts my heart.
Anderson has been diagnosed with Hurler Syndrome. With this syndrome, which has a 1 per 100,000 occurrence, he cannot make a type of enzyme that helps to break down specific sugar molecules throughout his little body; which causes issues with his joints, organs, and a handful of other things. Right now he wears hearing aids, although he really doesn’t like Daddy putting them in. He will begin a treatment process soon, that may consist of enzyme replacement and maybe even a bone marrow transplant. This little guy and his parents have a long road ahead of them. I so hope that they find the right doctor to make Anderson’s life long, happy, and prosperous!
Just look at that grin!
What a fantastic family! Bigs and littles, everybody was at the beach with smiles on!
It is days like this that restore my faith in the youth of today. Of course, the actions of children, does define the greatness of the parents. I made a mistake this evening, though. I had the bright idea to have the two sisters kick/splash water at each other. Inevitably, the older sister got the little sister right in the face! I went and wiped the water and little sand bits off of her face as she gave me the look of not knowing whether to laugh or cry. I told her that the summer beach water and sand will help her grow up to be a beautiful lady some day, in hopes that I could stave off the tears for good. I thought that was the end of it. But I always forget that little people ears can hear EVERYTHING. As we walked back up the beach, the older sister asked me, “is that what worked for you?” “What do you mean?” I asked. “Is beach sand and water what made you beautiful?” she said with a complete and real interest. It took me off guard. Firstly, that she was paying attention. Secondly, that she thought I was serious. And thirdly, that a little girl, no more than 6, saw my crazy disheveled summer work season self, as beautiful. It truly brought a smile to my heart! Good job parents! You made a very sweet little girl!
These two little dudes might have hidden turbo boosters in their legs! They are fast! 2 and 5 are fun ages!
This family knows how to have a good time together! The whole family laughed and joked together and grandma just rolled her eyes and laughed right along with them. We had a fun evening on the beach at the Homestead in Glen Arbor.
Despite one bloody nose from a bonk into sister’s head while horsing around, we managed to still have some fun at the beach in Elk Rapids. Papa doing “Papa funny faces” certainly does help the mood. I love how quick little boys bounce back!
I have say that little miss Edith was the calmest, most chill one year old I have ever met! She has the funniest little expressions and they all seem to come from her eyes. She looks at you with a very entertaining intentness. Oh, and Edith, in about 15 years I’ll need to introduce you to a boy named James. . . trust me, you two will hit it off.
This family knows how to put on a reunion! A killer food spread, a beautiful hall, a fun Seger cover band, and more than 50 family members came together for a great afternoon in Elk Rapids.