Thursday, June 21

Snapshots: Patio Party

I blogged recently about carrying my camera around more and just enjoying the little bits of life captured in photos.  So far it's been amazing and I've been loving it.  I have folders and folders of everyday life, and I know I will cherish these pictures in the future.  Here are some snapshots from a little spontaneous patio party we had.


Before you get all excited (Vanessa), no, we didn't get a dog.  We are dog-sitting for Johnny's mom right now, so Miss Carly has been joining in on our family fun.

Poor Poe needs a trim so badly, but I just can't bring myself to cut her hair!  I keep it pulled back as much as possible, but she loooooves to rip barrettes right out.  She doesn't seem to mind the hair in her face, so maybe we'll just power through.  ;)

I hope you are having a lovely week so far!

43 comments:

  1. Miss Tallulah PorkchopJune 21, 2012 at 12:59 AM

    I have never seen marshmallows so big!

    Your dog is ADORABLE (as are the kids, but I have mentioned that several times :D).

    x

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    1. skunkboyJune 22, 2012 at 12:54 AM

      Aren't they massive?! They are called "Jumbo" on the package and it's no lie. ;)

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  2. tara pollyJune 21, 2012 at 1:07 AM

    that marshmallow, those succulents!
    your life is dreamy, as are these photos.
    xo! blog.tarapolly.com

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  3. HannahJune 21, 2012 at 1:07 AM

    Gorgeous, gorgeous photos! And is "Poe" the full name of your daughter? I love it!

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    1. skunkboyJune 22, 2012 at 12:55 AM

      Thanks, Hannah! Her full name is Poesy, but we almost always call her Poe. :)

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  4. the bostromsJune 21, 2012 at 1:23 AM

    youre babay girl is soo pretty and the photos amazzzzing

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  5. NicoleJune 21, 2012 at 2:16 AM

    these are all beautiful. That dog is just too cute for its own good

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  6. vanessa porterJune 21, 2012 at 2:25 AM

    Ha ha ha!!! Oh this made me laugh. I didn't think you would be getting a dog anytime soon :)

    I am coming over to have s'mores, they look delicious. And also this time tell Hope to stop getting so big, sheesh!

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    1. skunkboyJune 22, 2012 at 12:55 AM

      You know I love you. Please do come over and have s'mores with us-- it would be so fun.

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  7. AnonymousJune 21, 2012 at 2:39 AM

    Poe is just absolutely adorable. And I would keep the dog!

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  8. Crystal June 21, 2012 at 2:47 AM

    I love your photos
    .:magiko:.

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  9. Kelsea EchoJune 21, 2012 at 2:47 AM

    Hah, looks like the adorable puppy is eyeing that marshmallow. I would be too if I were him. He actually kinda looks like a cute marshmallow himself. =)

    Love the succulent planter.

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  10. Valentina DuracinskyJune 21, 2012 at 3:18 AM

    Cute!! I've been taking a ton of pictures too... my problem is that it fills up iphoto, and I realllllly hate a slow computer, so I delete many many many.


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  11. UnknownJune 21, 2012 at 4:49 AM

    Adorable! I'm still on the lookout for a cute bag that's comfortable and a good size to lug around my camera! It's hard!


    xxx
    www.ladyalamode.com

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    1. skunkboyJune 22, 2012 at 12:57 AM

      I got my current one from Marshall's, but ModCloth has some REALLY cute ones right now, too. I agree, it's hard to find one that's a decent size and comfy to carry around!

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  12. JohannaJune 21, 2012 at 6:55 AM

    Nice snapshots! I love to have some random photos to remember also the little things not only the big events. I love your skirt!

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  13. UnknownJune 21, 2012 at 6:55 AM

    So sweet, isn't summer the best?

    http://aclosetintellectual.blogspot.com/

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  14. GwynethJune 21, 2012 at 7:39 AM

    I love carrying my camera around in order to capture those seemingly normal, everyday moments. I always feel though, that once photographed, something 'normal' becomes this lovely memory instantly! xoxo

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    1. skunkboyJune 22, 2012 at 12:58 AM

      Oooh, I totally agree. This really was such a lovely night, but now it almost looks like magic. :) I love that.

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  15. AnonymousJune 21, 2012 at 8:09 AM

    That marshmallow looks delicious! Definitely one of the best summer treats. And I love those succulents, they look so sweet spilling out of the planter.

    xo Julie
    ♥Julie Rose Sews♥

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  16. GegeBrownJune 21, 2012 at 8:24 AM

    That view is gorgeous. I am so insanely jealous. And Poe and Hope are adorable too. But that view. How do you not spend every second out there?

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    1. skunkboyJune 22, 2012 at 12:58 AM

      It's amazing! I wish I could take it with us to every place we have in the future.

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  17. kat @ withachanceofJune 21, 2012 at 8:57 AM

    I've been trying to bring my camera with me more too. I rely on my phone for photos so much but it just isn't the same no matter how may mega pixels it has. It looks like you guys had a lot of fun. I've been craving roasted marshmallows! I need to get to a campfire stat!

    Enjoy! <3

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  18. BlytheponytailparadesJune 21, 2012 at 9:14 AM

    Ummm yeah. Your puppy and my puppy Marshmallow would be great friends. Just saying. They look a lot alike ;)

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    1. BlytheponytailparadesJune 21, 2012 at 9:18 AM

      Well NOW I just saw the caption about dog-sitting. Scratch that. I guess my dog and "Johnny's mom's dog" would be great friends ;)

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  19. vintage honeybeeJune 21, 2012 at 9:35 AM

    I'm trying to take more every day photos. I need to take more video of my kids too. I would love to see video of myself as a kid.

    Vintagehoneybee.blogspot.com

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  20. Shannon BrockJune 21, 2012 at 9:50 AM

    Poe is just one of the most adorable little girls! I'm originally from near Herman MO (Montgomery City) but I've lived in Brooklyn NY since 1995. I really enjoy reading your blog and seeing pictures of "home".

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  21. ErikaJune 21, 2012 at 10:06 AM

    The dog, the kids the sweet outside moments, this is all so dreamy! I'm sure the kids are really glad to have the puppy around, even if it is not "forever" :)

    x,
    www.jasminblancboutique.blogspot.co.uk

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  22. UnknownJune 21, 2012 at 10:10 AM

    What a beeeeautiful family! Even with her longish hair, Poe is sooooooo sweet.

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  23. kelli(q)June 21, 2012 at 11:17 AM

    Power through Poe's hair growth, unless you want to maintain bang trims! They're a huge pain, especially with the really young ones. I tried to cut my son's bangs once, and he turned his head at the exact wrong moment. My scissors sliced upward into his hair and there was no saving it. He looked like Lloyd Christmas for a month or two. Awesome.

    Anyway, her pretty little wispies will be long enough soon to tuck behind her ears! You can do it :)

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  24. Clare LanusseJune 21, 2012 at 11:46 AM

    where you live looks so beautiful and peaceful!

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  25. Célèste FohlJune 21, 2012 at 12:25 PM

    Don't cut her hair. It'll be long enough in no time to stay out of her face and it'll look so cute long.

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  26. Always AnywhereJune 21, 2012 at 12:35 PM

    Poe is so cute, don't cut her hair, it won't take long for it to grow long enough to style differently without it getting in her face :)

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  27. SabrinaJune 21, 2012 at 12:59 PM

    Your girls a really, really beautiful!

    x
    Sabrina
    a pixie's view on fashion

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  28. katie bottenbergJune 21, 2012 at 1:34 PM

    the view from your house is incredible. you should make it a feature on your blog

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    1. skunkboyJune 22, 2012 at 1:01 AM

      Thanks, Katie-- I really probably should share it more often. It's extremely peaceful at night.

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    2. Stephanie LoudmouthJune 23, 2012 at 12:28 AM

      Agreed, I was thinking the same thing! You have an amazing backyard!

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  29. TrishJune 21, 2012 at 2:50 PM

    ha! That dog is ridiculously adorable. Such a great idea making s'mores at home on the patio. SO going to do this. Also, your skirt is super rad. Where did you get it?
    Thanks for sharing,
    Trish

    www.jelly-bones.typepad.com

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    1. skunkboyJune 22, 2012 at 1:00 AM

      Thanks! The skirt is from Urban Outfitters a few years ago. :)

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  30. AarikaJune 22, 2012 at 8:53 PM

    I looove your skirt! :D

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  31. TriciaJune 23, 2012 at 10:31 PM

    That is the cutest dog ever. I'm stealing her. (Oh, and your kids are cute too...) ;)

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  32. SylviaJune 25, 2012 at 9:00 PM

    I love your photos. They are gorgeous!

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