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A little more San Fran....

Boudin - Another Fave

More San Fran - we had to stop at the Wharf and go to one of our favorite places to eat - the Boudin Bistro. Jon can't be in the city for longer than a couple hours without stopping and getting a sourdough bread bowl with clam chowder. We usually just hit the deli/bistro, but we decided to try out the restaurant this trip. It was delicious - Jon got his bread bowl, I had some of the best French onion soup I've ever had, and we all shared a small margarita pizza, which made Z super happy. We only spent a few hours in the city, but it was so nice to say hi to more of our favorite places.

And Here's the Finished Product.

Easter Eggs

We didn't have an overly eventful egg dyeing day, but it was fun and relaxing, and the boys really enjoyed themselves. Their little faces look tired, like it's first thing in the morning, but it was just a lazy Saturday, and they stayed in their jammies all day.

Luke called my paper towel sunflower a miracle, so I took a picture of it. He wanted me to "save the paper towel FOREVER."

Harry-isms

I have to document a few things Harrison has said lately...

While in the car on the way home from somewhere I wouldn't buy him a toy, "I still want you to be my mom, I just want you to do everything different." I asked, "Like what do I need to do different, and his reply, "You need to do everything I say, Mom."

Sitting at the kitchen table having a snack while Jon and I hugged before he went back to work for the day, "Seriously stop hugging. You are making me a headache. It's not funny. Seriously, stop it!"

I do love this little guy - even if he wants me to be a completely different person.

A Few of My Favorite Places

Our trip to the beautiful Bay Area last weekend was such a nice break for us. I could move back there just to take pictures full-time. I remembered it was fantastic and I loved living there, but I hadn't really browsed the city and the gorgeous landscapes with a photographer's eye. Here are a few of my favorite places.

This is the view on Treasure Island where Jon proposed to me. We always stop on our way into the city just to say hi.

Another favorite place...Lincoln Park public golf course. Starting at 5pm, play as many holes as you can before sunset for $10 - not sure if it's still that way, but that's how it was ten years ago. This view kind of creeps up on you.

We drove up the coast through Muir Woods and stopped at this breathtaking overlook.

Walking is Awesome!

Especially when my grandma and grandpa walk with me!

Happy 6 Months!

Jon and I took a little trip to Napa, California this weekend to meet our sweet niece, Scarlett, who just turned six months old. She is such a fun, pleasant, sugarsweet little girl. I couldn't resist a little photoshoot while I was there - so here's a little sneak peek. I'll post more at kattailsphotography.com soon. Also, many many more pictures to come of our short but awesome trip! Happy half-birthday little Scar!

Baby Laundry - The Real Minky Blanket

Last fall, the owner of a wonderful little company asked me to take some product shots for her website. I was so excited to build my portfolio and try something new. Since then, we've become friends and she considers me "her photographer" for any company stuff. We've got a shoot coming up that I am so excited about - with babies and kids and deliciously soft blankets. I'll make sure to post some pictures in the next few weeks.

I've also decided to become a distributor for these yummy blankets. They truly are the best minky blankets I have discovered...Jon and I have a jumbo adult throw and it's the best snuggle blanket ever. A friend of mine gave Baby Z one when he was born and he won't go anywhere without it and buries his little face in it all day and night. I would too, if it were mine.

Here is a small sampling of some of the product shots I've done lately...

The last little piece of news is I designed the logo for their new website...here's a sample of a header - most likely we'll use a picture with more babies, but I put this together to get the look and feel for the new site. I love designing and it's so rewarding when people actually like my stuff.

Introducing....Zero

My sister's family has officially joined the miniature schnauzer club with their own Baby Z - Zero is such a sweet little guy and we're so happy to have him in the family. My sister took this awesome picture of him. Isn't he precious?!

Easter Egg Hunt

My cute neighbor, Shauna, put together a little egg hunt for the little kiddos in the neighborhood on Good Friday. Harry had a ball and Z couldn't have cared less about the eggs, and scooted around on Braydon's bike the whole time. It was a fun little event and we were so glad to get to hang out with some fun friends in the almost-springlike weather.

Progress...

I felt lately the blog was a little "Z" heavy so I added a couple cute pics of his sweet big brothers. I just love those little faces.

I would love to say that Z is walking all over the place and that it is finally his preferred method of transportation, but I can't say that because he still only walks when he wants to. He's my latest walker by far, and I was a little worried that he might not be able to walk for some strange reason other than sheer stubborness. Apparently he is fine and yes, he is very stubborn and opinionated. C'est la vie I guess!

My Sister the Overachiever

My sister works full-time, mothers two beautiful and very active little girls, is a new mommy to a super cute puppy, is a fantastic photographer, and blogs like a champion. Recently, she asked me to design a logo for her new site.

So here's the logo and I have to say it's one of my favorite projects lately. Feel free to pop over to her site and check it out.

St. Patrick's Day

Meant to post this a couple weeks ago...We made rainbow cupcakes for St. Patrick's Day. Didn't find any gold, but the kids set traps for leprechauns all day and one sneaky little green man visited our house while we weren't home and used our bathrooms. He didn't even flush - green food coloring never seemed so exciting....but then again, I do have boys and I need not say more.

Happy Easter

Spring....Please Come Soon!

Walking...update

Zach has taken exactly zero steps since the video last Friday. I had hoped to have a little walker for Easter egg hunts this weekend.

Easter Lesson Handout

WALKING!

Zach waited until Luke and I were at a movie for mommy/son date night to really start walking. I am SO glad Jon captured it on his phone...excuse the quality. Go baby Z!

Men and their Remotes

I don't know how it is at your house, but with all the testosterone in our house, battles sometimes ensue regarding the remotes and ultimate control of the man toys (stereo, tv, dvd, dvr, etc...) Zach has now officially joined the war.

15 Months

Can't believe it's been 15 months. Love this little cutie pie. His smile brightens our whole house, and his velocoraptor sound better go away soon! Love you Baby Z!

My Little Artist

Isn't my little artist a cutie patootie? Harry always has a notebook and marker in hand and is especially happy if I let him use a sharpie. (SOO scary, I know. And he is only allowed to use it at the table.) He certainly knows his pens and is starting to get a little particular with his notebooks. Thank goodness Grandmas and Grandpas on both sides are willing to share with him. I think he has drained G'ma Kathy of her yellow notebooks lately!

I'll have to take some pictures of his artwork and share them. Stay tuned.