Week In The Life 2012 | Monday Words + Photos
NUMBER OF PHOTOS FOR MONDAY | 184 regular camera + 20 or so on my iphone
That's a whole lot of photos.
I felt calm today. I tried not to obsess about the content. I tried to simply be mindful. I grabbed my camera lots of times when I would have normally just left it alone.
I can tell Simon is getting older because he's starting to put his hand up in front of his face and say no.
As you'll see, I'm taking quite a few self-portraits. I used the self-timer on all those shots. I can't find my wireless remote - I need to go through some of my jacket pockets and see if I can locate it. For most of the self-portrait shots I took between one and three before moving on with whatever I was doing in my life at the time (vs. going on and on to get the "perfect" capture). The two of me at Anna's soccer practice were taken by Chris.
These photos are un-edited. There's a few that I'll probably lighten up or crop when I have a bit more time before actually printing them.
I ran out of time last night to get my words scanned in - I'll do that Tuesday morning and add it to this post.
Here's a few of my Monday photos (from morning to evening in order):
It was a good, regular day around here. So thankful for the sun.
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Ali,
When you have a second - sometime in the future - can you do a post on how to take self portraits with a timer? I just don't know how to do this and have a clear shot. Mine are blurry - which sometimes is ok....but any thoughts or recommendations would be appreciated.
Oh maybe you have already done a post or have other website suggestions.
No rush, enjoy your week and these are lovely moments in time you captured.
Julie
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Looks like a beautiful day! My 2.5 yo is funny about photos. He'll sometimes cover his face too. But ... when he caught me using the timer yesterday to get a photo of myself, he jumped in front of the camera! Got just his forehead. LOL And then he wanted to repeat. I'll most likely include one of the photos from my multiple attempts (and his multiple jumping in front!) with the story. :)
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Don't want to make you upset or sad...but I miss Chris in the photos...
I sent you some energy and respect...and to all single moms. <3
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What great sponsors. I would feel honored to have any of the products! I love love seeing your kids on a daily basis.
Ive signed up for "31 Days"-my live is boring-it's just me and my 2 bulldogs. I'm diving in head first! Thanks for the courage.
Marilyn
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