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I am so excited to announce that I now have a dedicated indoor space for new babies… Yay! No more worrying about the weather when its time to take those first photographs. 

Meet Baby M.  Her mama has wanted to shoot with me for what seems like at least a year now, but somehow the stars never aligned… But when Baby M. was born, two weeks early, we knew we had to make it happen. 

Did you know that I have been trying to get this pose right on every new baby I have done recently? I know if can be done, I have searched the web and watched countless how to tutorials…

But, alas, it eludes me… Even so, this is a pretty freaking adorable try…

 She appears to be mocking me.  I swear, if I had a baby to practice this on all the time, I totally would.  I will get it someday, and when I do… be prepared.  Maybe it will be with your baby?

 This little one was so expressive when she was sleeping, I swear she must have been listening to me all the time.  I am so happy that I was able to get some precious sleeping smiles.

Something a little different, I love baby feet….

And last but not least, the cute one eyed sleeping baby lovey.  Do you like my super sweet headbands? Got these from Sweet Things Kids… They are so vintage inspired and beautiful! Check out all the awesome goods at the shop, and if you see something you like, tell ‘em ‘Ella B sent you.

Can’t wait to meet your bundle of joy… Contact me anytime for my new baby special. 

{xoxo}

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So this year, I wanted to do a 365 day project, and am so glad that I know myself well enough to just say no.  I finally caught up today, so thought I would write a quick blog post about my last 4 weeks of images…

The group is 52 weeks of love, one picture a week for the year, of things that you love.  The first four themes were up to me, but next week another member of the group will do the picking. 

First theme of the week was Purple.  A seemingly simple theme, I mean I love purple, how hard could that be? Well, I don’t really have a lot of things that are purple that I love… so, I incorporated my puppy, Cooper with his purple toy.

 

Second theme of the week was On the Shelf… what in the heck? Yea, I picked it.  I was stumped, I mean, I wanted a challenge, but I needed a super cool picture… I love to read, I could read a book in a day if I didn’t have three kids… but I still read whenever I can.  I love, love, LOVE the book “East of Eden” by John Steinbeck.  It’s a beautifully written book set in Salinas Valley.  When I read that book, the words are like butter that melt in my mouth…. and like Pringles, I can’t eat just one.  So, here, on the shelf home is my favorite novel.

Third theme of the week was Self… I wanted to get more tattoo and less face, but… hmm… yea, self isn’t my super strong point.  That’s ok I guess. 

And lastly, this is my Texture.  This is part of an old lamp that I have.  I absolutely love the lamp, the memory of how I got it and where I was, and who I was with. 

Next weeks themes are all Valentine based, and I want to get outside the box with them… so I hope that it’s a can do for me!

Until next time,

{xoxo}

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So my friend’s little one turned two… Miss N has the sweetest little face, and an affinity for dogs…. When my friend asked what kind of birthday party she wanted, and her response was “woof! woof!” the decision was made, this princess needed a puppy party!

This adorable apron from Sweet Things was the finishing touch! If you want to place an order, make sure she knows ‘Ella B sent you!

Paired with these adorable printables from yours truly….

Made this little girl’s birthday wish come true!

Natalie’s party included the sweetest details…visit Sweet Things Blog for all the party details!

So….. you want your own set of personalized puppy printables? Here’s how to win!

1. Like my page on Facebook

2. Follow my blog

3. Leave a comment on this post

Winner will be chosen via random.org on Monday, January 24 before noon, PST. 

Thank you and good luck!

PS: if you would like to purchase the entire set, to be personalized for your puppy party, please send me an email.  

{xoxo} 

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Ok, so I have tried this… and I have tried that… to get people to follow my blog.  I know I am practically the WORLD’S worst blogger, but come on… give me a chance… start following my blog.  I made a New Years resolution to blog more… Yea, that convinced you… didn’t it? Ha ha, no really… follow my blog.  If only to get this super cute boys printable set for Valentine’s {… “from” will be left blank, for you to personalize…}

All you have to do is click follow my blog…. and comment here that you have done so, making sure to leave your email address… I will then send you {FREE} the adorable set of robot inspired Valentine cards. 

If you are already a loyal follower, and I have at least 26 now- first off THANK YOU! and if you want these, just leave me your email address and I will be happy to send them to you.

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So there is this girl I know.  She’s really cool.  She’s got a really rad style, beautiful eyes, awesome kids, a really amazing sense of self.  She has an open heart, an amazing spirit, and an unbelievably wonderful soul.  Maybe I want to be her when I grow up… ha ha.  I know, I am already grown, but really… you might want to be her too if you met her.

Anne-Michelle of Addison Park Photography, and I have been friends for a little over 5 years now.  We met through a pregnancy forum when we were both pregnant,  When I met her online, I already knew that I would like her… The first time I met her in person was at a mommy meet up group.  We just clicked… Ever since then, even though our lives and their busyness keeps us apart, I know she’s always just a phone call away.  And, no matter how much physical time we spend apart, the minute we are together, its just like its supposed to be….like no time has passed at all, and we can pick up just where we left off.

Do you have friends like that? I have a handful of friends like that… And I love and cherish each very much.  As I get older, I sometimes realize how lucky I am in the friends department.  Without my friends my life would be a lot less fulfilling….

After talking about it for-EVAH, we finally made it happen! Yesterday, we went to downtown Riverside and had some fun with our cameras.  Have fun with these images, and for more great pictures, please see my portfolio, @ ‘Ella B Photography.