The first year of baby’s life is always hectic, but I am super mad at myself I have posted so infrequently here. A lot has happened this past year (And I still have lots of trip from the past few years I need to edit and share here). Summer was filled with swimming, hiking, camping, and lots of camps (Horse Camps, Art Camp, Vacation Bible School). Jordon started at a new location with work and will be working more for awhile until the location is established. This came with a promotion and location he adores so has been a very exciting transition. Super proud of and excited for him!

Lots of changes this school year. First, with this school year starting we have started daycare three days a week so I can catch up and keep up with Fall photo schedules, shooting weddings and some other projects (working on my family history projects/art). It also will allow me time to teach more yoga and have time to (gasp!) escape to gym three times a week (three cheers for self-care!).

School starting has brought some other exciting changes as well. Last year was a bit of a struggle as Nieva and her teacher didn’t exactly hit it off. So far this year she is really liking her teacher and has started an after school music program which she really loves.

We added help in the form of a cleaning service at the beginning of the summer and that has been AMAZING. With our schedules and a busy TODDLER now… it is so so hard to get anything done. We have used services in the past and have to say this has been a game changer for keeping us on task with organization and there is no better feeling than coming home to the deep cleaning DONE! <3

It feels like things are finally settling from the new baby (who is now almost 14 months old!!). Nieva’s health has been great, the house is slowly getting decluttered of baby stuff and old toys/clothes and my photo business is picking up again (This marks TEN years as a formal business which is so exciting!!).

For Jordon and I, this fall will be 15 years together and 10 years married!! Jordon and I have planned a fun getaway trip to Iceland this coming spring that a number of friends will be joining us on and we couldn’t be more excited for that!! We have been through so much and haven’t been away from the kids more than overnight since I was pregnant with Indy. Much needed getaway.

All in all A LOT of changes and transitions this fall, but so far ALL for the better and hopefully all bringing us to a more predictable and calm state in life. We hope the year continues to be one of lots of catch up and organization. <3