Vanessa Day Photography

No one is more aware of their child’s faults than their parents and often we overlook their strengths in our efforts to sand their edges.  Children are truly diamonds in the rough and parenting requires a steady hand and a wisdom beyond what we actually possess.  As Scott and I walk through these next five years with Shannon it is my hope and prayer that we can discern what to prune and what not and to see her potential in it’s rawest forms.  Shannon, may you learn that wealth is not found in things or money, that joy is not something you can buy.  May you rest in the unfailing love of God and continue to be a bright light in a dark world.  Love you Shannon.  

We’ve been rather spoiled this winter so far with excellent snow for playing.  It comes down all beautiful and fluffy and then sticks together perfectly for building snowmen and snowballs.  This series of shots is Shannon’s first romp in the snow this year.  I can’t really explain what she was doing with the kiddy stroller, it doesn’t really make sense to me but there was no doubt she was having fun.  With the next chinook set to roll in today, I’m sure we’ll all be back outside soon enough.