Wednesday, November 27, 2013

Time Flies When You’re At Scooter’s Jungle: A 3rd Year Teaser Story

 

Where has the time gone. This bold, adventurous, running three year old was barely walking yesterday. Ok I exaggerate, but really. He is growing waaaay to fast! He had a blast celebrating his 3rd birthday with family and friends at Scooter’s Jungle, where even adults can get in on the action.

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And yes I did crawl and climb, (I think I earned my Kid Photographers stripes with this one!) in and through the various apparatus. What was I to do? I had to get the shots and K.J. slowed down for no one.

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Happy Birthday little Sir! May all your days be filled and overflowing with adventure and laughter.

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Wednesday, November 20, 2013

Delivered! Operation Christmas Child

 

So for the past couple of years, we have hosted shoe box packing parties to donate gifts to children around the world during Christmas. (Click here for more information)

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This year time got away from us, and we could not coordinate the party we wanted, but instead held a mini one in Los Angeles amongst ourselves. Our Goal was to pack 20 boxes, but the missions department at our church decided to get in on the partying too! All together, we donated 30 boxes! Woohoo. And today was the day I delivered them. So glad to know wonderfilled people excited about giving and sharing the love of Christ.

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Oh, and it’s not too late for you to give if you want to. Shoe boxes are being collected till the 23rd. Find a drop off location in your area HERE. Or sponsor a shoe box and donate $7 towards shipping Here. Spend a few moments learning about this awesome work being done by Samaritan's Purse, and have a blessed filled beauty full!

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Sunday, November 17, 2013

Say I Love You: A Teaser Story To Welcome CJD

 

Excitement is too small a word to describe…well…how excited we are to announce the blessedly anticipated arrival of Baby CJD!

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The little king has arrived to bless their home with peace and joy. Family and friends from all over have waited to shower love on him, and love him we do!

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May you grow to be a man of God’s word, filled with integrity, honorable and trustworthy. May you laugh joyously like your father and mother, and fulfill the destiny created for you.

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Be Blessed have a Beautiful!

Tuesday, November 12, 2013

December 12: A Prediction Story

 

After driving in circles because not even online maps could find this place, we arrived at a celebration in anticipation of a blessed and already well loved little guy. Congratulations to soon to be uplate parents D&E.

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I must say my photographic skills were put to the test too. I mean really, a Nikon? The last time I held one of those I carried 20 rolls of film with me, and if I can recall, I ruined a roll trying to treat it like my beloved Canon! Serves me right for leaving my equipment in my office thinking I would be a doting cousin. Honestly I thought I had my camera with me as I usually do but things have been busy at Casa Del Smith. But that’s another story.

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As for now, Congratulations! May you have joy and laughter everyday and peace filled nights. 

Sunday, November 3, 2013

Announcing Baby J. Cruz

 

We are so very delighted to announce the newest arrival to this lovely family.

Remember this guy?

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He is now big brother to this strong little man.

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Even at this age, a strong determination shows through.

CONGRATILATIONS! May your nights be filled with rest and your days with love!

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And I think his mom is right he does bare a resemblance to a certain actor!

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