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Baby Andrew’s First Newborn Photoshoot

Emily just gave birth to her handsome little baby Andrew 2 weeks ago so I was excited to take his … More

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Katie & Jason’s Maternity Shoot

“Making the decision to have a child – It’s momentous. It is to decide forever to have your heart go … More

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Waleed’s Photoshoot

The fundamental job of a toddler is to rule the universe. Lawrence Kutner Z has a friend, but she can’t … More

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Strawberry Picking Photoshoot with Rania

I last went strawberry picking a long time ago with my cousins and aunt in Canada. It was fun and … More

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Life and the Lack of It

A week ago, my grandmother passed away. Even when you know your grandmother is fighting for her life, you still … More

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And You Are?

A story about my grandmother who passed away a couple of years ago – keep her in your prayers! She … More

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Gardening in Gold

“Art is like baby shoes. When you coat them with gold, they can no longer be worn.” John Updike I … More

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Give-Me-Some-More-Inches Hats

Play around with materials, colors, stitches. Everything is allowed! Crochet is a magnificent adventure that opens the doors to your … More

how to crochet a chunky baby hat, how to crochet an elf hat, how to crochet baby hats, how to make an elf hat for a baby, unusual baby yarn color combinations

Lavender and Turquoise Walk

The tones of gray, pale turquoise and pink will prevail ~ Christian Dior I love spring. I love the way … More

Benefits of living in Peachtree CIty, city life versus suburban life, toddler hairstyles, toddler ponytail

Spring Portfolio

“Every spring is the only spring, a perpetual astonishment.” ~ Ellis Peters   Here are a few of  Z. Words … More

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Bench Warmers

A throne is only a bench covered with velvet ~ Napoleon Bonaparte Me & Z. Photo Courtesy: Ahmed Zakaria,

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Chunky Funky Hats

“With hook and thread agile fingers are capable of producing an endless variety of beautiful modern and traditional designs, each … More

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Colorful Chore

I have sporadic OCD cleaning moments around the house. But then I get lazy and I’m cured. It’s a very … More

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Nana’s Treasures

Nana’s visiting all the way from Pakistan. Nana loves nature and brings lots of nature treasures inside our home. Here … More

camellias, collecting nature items, great grandmother love, pretty pine cone, spiky pine tree ball

Z’s Nursery – Pakistani Style

“As I picked her up and peeled off the warm damp layers, I had this strange feeling of female communion. … More

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Pink and Green

“Pink is the navy blue of India” – Diana Vreeland I think Pink is also the navy blue of Pakistan. Here’s … More

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Blue and Red

“Why do two colors, put one next to the other, sing? Can one really explain this? No. Just as one … More

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Crayola Cousins

Give crayons.  Adults are disturbingly impoverished of these magical dream sticks.  ~Dr. SunWolf I have 3 brothers and no sisters. Growing … More

coloring for toddlers, toddler activities, toddler color pencil photoshoot

Hugging Eyes

  So I know the picture below is a little blurry, but when I look at it, I remember that … More

baby hugs, parenting love, toddler hugs

Painted Feet

“Mothering should involve both taking care of someone who is dependent and at the same time supporting that person in … More

baby footprints on canvas, letting your toddler paint, toddler painting

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