For some reason this one did not make the cut.

I am ahead of the game this year and already have our Christmas cards ordered.

I know, I rock. 😉

A couple of weekends ago we set up the tripod at the “old horse farm” that is next door to our neighborhood.  It was land that the local university used in days past for well, horses.

Anyway, what was a “Hey honey, let’s go get a family picture” turned into a full-fledged photo shoot.  Why was my husband so surprised by this?

I honestly have NO idea.   Doesn’t he KNOW me at all?

The kids ran around and found the swing under the huge live oak trees that someone must have put there many years ago, and the weather was quite perfect for photos.

 

So, Mama was a happy woman.  You know, in my element and what not.

Plus jelly bean bribery is always a good idea.

Oh, and a camera remote can be your best friend.

These are great photo tips, right?

You are going to want to Pin this post RIGHTNOW, for future reference, I just know it!!

 

For some reason(s) I decided NOT to include the shot below.

Hmmm, wonder why…

Once again I say, God bless digital photography!

 

Are your Christmas/Holiday cards ordered? Do you have a camera remote? 

p.s. Happy Thanksgiving!!