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A Special and Quick Last Minute Idea & Some Thank You’s!

December 21, 2011 by Cassie 41 Comments

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First of all, I have been very lucky to have won some recent giveaways!

I won a giveaway from Pick Your Plum that Anna from Directions Not Included hosted.  And actually, I was the second winner after the first never claimed the prize- so lesson to all of you!  Follow up if you enter a giveaway!  I was so excited when my box of craft goodies arrived and contained lots of fun stuff…

 Seriously fun stuff!  I already used the pack of cabochons and bobbies to create cute little bobbies for Emmy which will land in her stocking!  Though I might have to borrow them  from time to time!

I also won a giveaway for a very sweet print from Our Humble Abowed.  I am going t show you their stock photo because mine is not framed yet.  I plan to make a family gallery wall in our master, and this will be a nice addition!  I won this print and selected the aqua color.  It’s even more gorgeous in person!


And I already told you about a giveaway I won over at Between Blue and Yellow which was for a poster print from Uprinting.  I finally placed my order which will be a gift for my husband.  I purchased a frame today, and this is the print that I ordered….

It will be the main focus of our family gallery wall in our bedroom. 


This also leads me to my next point, (I feel like I am back in college writing an essay…. in conclusion…. lastly… therefore….thereafter….) which is that special framed photos also make great gifts.  My own father is a very talented photographer.  I do not even pretend to live up to his level.  But I do have something that he doesn’t have and that is easy access to my kids, as well as easy access to barns for backgrounds. 🙂  I dressed the family as I wished in classic American outfits, and took them up to a barn I walk by every morning.  And I had myself a little photo shoot.  My father is receiving a set of 4 photos….

And so you can see them better, these are the images he will be receiving….


It was a real challenge to choose a picture of Emmy- she loves to work the camera!  This one did not make the cut, but might be added to the family gallery wall!  I love it!

So this was an inexpensive gift to put together for my Dad, but a very special one that I know he will appreciate.


Hope you are all having a wonderful week.  I am enjoying the last days before Christmas is actually here.  The presents have been wrapped, the gifts shipped and delivered to neighbors, schools, mail lady and more…. I can just relax, and sit by the tree and reflect on what a crazy year this has been.  Crazy, but it has lead me here, to this spot on the couch by this tree in this beautiful house surrounded by people I love.   And I am happy.

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  1. Fiona, LilyfieldLife says

    December 21, 2011 at 11:11 am

    Gorgeous happy kids, Cassie. Glad you’re happy too!

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  2. Sarah AKA The Thriftress says

    December 21, 2011 at 11:42 am

    The pictures from the photo shoot are adorable. The barn makes a great background!

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  3. Julie @ Knot All That I Seam says

    December 21, 2011 at 12:33 pm

    I totally agree with gifting photos and I too am blessed to have 2 small children. This year for the grandparents I put together photo books of the kids “year in review” and I also framed a few for their walls. I know these inexpensive gifts will be treasured more than any store-bought ones. P.S. Your children are adorable!!!!

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  4. Gwen @ The Bold Abode says

    December 21, 2011 at 12:42 pm

    Beautiful children. Beautiful photos. Beautiful “essay”…

    Merry Christmas, friend. Enjoy your restful days…as I frantically get my gifts mailed off, cookies baked and posts edited. Next year, I am going to emulate your example…maybe.

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  5. Megan says

    December 21, 2011 at 12:53 pm

    I love the pictures you took, so darling! Merry Christmas to you and your family Cassie!!!

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  6. [email protected] says

    December 21, 2011 at 1:01 pm

    This is one of my favorite blog posts from you. So genuine and real. You are happy and that’s what matters. Happy Holidays!

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  7. Maury says

    December 21, 2011 at 1:18 pm

    How cute are they? Love those photos Cassie!

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  8. 17 Perth says

    December 21, 2011 at 1:26 pm

    I love giving pictures for Christmas! That one of Emmy laughing is adorable–but all are so so cute. I love the styling of the photo that you are giving to your husband.
    Today, I will be wrapping gifts as well—and then relaxing by the tree. I cannot wait. 🙂

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  9. 17 Perth says

    December 21, 2011 at 1:27 pm

    And I used to be a teacher—great conclusion paragraph. haha. 🙂

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  10. Twice Nice says

    December 21, 2011 at 1:40 pm

    Cute, cute photos. I dearly love those spontaneous poses kids throw out there! Your Dad will love that gift. Merry Christmas!
    Deb

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  11. DecorandtheDog says

    December 21, 2011 at 1:54 pm

    Too stinking cute!! Your husband and dad will love them!

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  12. Kim @ keller-creative says

    December 21, 2011 at 2:31 pm

    Such cute photos! And you are quite the lucky girl in the giveaway dept!

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  13. heyhomeslice says

    December 21, 2011 at 2:50 pm

    Beautiful photos of your family! I’m sure your dad will love them! Grandparents always do. Thanks for stopping by Homeslice yesterday. Your blog looks wonderful, and I look forward to reading more!

    Jenna

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  14. [email protected] Not Included says

    December 21, 2011 at 3:17 pm

    Great stash from Pick Your Plum!
    I absolutely love the photos of the kids and the one with Chris. Such a great gift and the photos are lovely.

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  15. [email protected] says

    December 21, 2011 at 3:21 pm

    Beautiful photos! They will make the perfect gift.

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  16. Kelly says

    December 21, 2011 at 3:31 pm

    Congrats on your winnings! 🙂 I love that shot of your kids holding hands. So sweet!

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  17. Andi @ Jane of all crafts says

    December 21, 2011 at 3:38 pm

    What awesome goodies you won!! I love all the pictures. I am happy that you are happy!! Merry Christmas friend!

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  18. [email protected] says

    December 21, 2011 at 4:07 pm

    Love the pics! How cute are your kids? So precious! Merry Christmas!

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  19. Rebecca says

    December 21, 2011 at 4:08 pm

    You have a beautiful family!

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  20. Andrea says

    December 21, 2011 at 4:26 pm

    The pictures are adorable! Your dad is going to love them! Enjoy the calm before the storm!

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  21. Carmel @ Our Fifth House says

    December 21, 2011 at 5:50 pm

    You got some really great pictures! I love that last one too! Such a prefect gift for a grandparent!

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  22. Kate says

    December 21, 2011 at 5:55 pm

    You have a lot to be happy for! Wonderful photos 🙂

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  23. Ali Richardson says

    December 21, 2011 at 6:07 pm

    Ooooooh, your kiddos are super adorable!! You got some GREAT shots! Your dad is going to be thrilled 🙂 xoxo

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  24. alicia says

    December 21, 2011 at 7:18 pm

    these photos are too cute! they’re adorable.

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  25. c.w.frosting says

    December 21, 2011 at 7:20 pm

    adorable kids! enjoy your well-deserved relaxation time =)

    -caroline @ c.w.frosting

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  26. gail says

    December 21, 2011 at 7:36 pm

    fabulous photos! they will make awesome gifts. Your kids!! I can’t see enough pics of them! tooo cute!
    Great backdrop for the pics, love ’em!
    gail
    ps so happy you’re happy. It was touch and go there for a while, but all worth it, eh?

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  27. [email protected] Road says

    December 21, 2011 at 8:26 pm

    Any grandparent would LOVE photos of their grandchildren, and those are really special.
    Have a Merry Christmas, Cassie!

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  28. Ashley Perry says

    December 21, 2011 at 8:45 pm

    too stinkin cute Cass!!!! so happy for you!

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  29. Barb says

    December 21, 2011 at 8:48 pm

    Best gift possible!

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  30. Betsy says

    December 21, 2011 at 11:41 pm

    Lucky you to receive all those fun supplies. I’m sure they’ll be keeping you busy. Your photographs are so precious and your children are adorable. No doubt your husband and your father are going to be so happy. Thanks for sharing these:-)

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  31. runningforcupcakes says

    December 22, 2011 at 12:32 am

    Gorgeous photos Cassie! What a special gift 🙂

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  32. Karen says

    December 22, 2011 at 1:02 am

    Congrats on your win. The pictures of your children are adorable, that is a wonderful Christmas gift.

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  33. Kara @ June & Bear says

    December 22, 2011 at 1:13 am

    what great pictures. little photo sessions are so fun.

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  34. vintageshabbychicks says

    December 22, 2011 at 2:41 am

    Oh my goodness Cassie….you have the cutest kids!!! I hope you and your precious family have the merriest Christmas ever in your new home!! Julie

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  35. InMyOwnStyle says

    December 22, 2011 at 3:09 am

    Hi Cassie-

    This post made me smile – BIG TIME! Your kids are adorable, just precious. The photos and their expressions are priceless and ones that they will love looking at when they are older, too. I hope you and your family have a wonderful holiday.

    My best-Diane

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  36. Allison says

    December 22, 2011 at 4:35 am

    Your Dad will love those photos of his grandchildren! What a fun photo shoot you had. Emmy and Sawyer are so adorable and happy as can be. I smiled while looking at their photos! You are an amazing photographer, too!

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  37. Teri says

    December 22, 2011 at 6:31 am

    Cassie,
    Thank you for stopping by and leaving a comment. Your children are adorable!! Great photos!!
    Merry Christmas!
    Teri

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  38. My Many Moments says

    December 22, 2011 at 5:46 pm

    Thanks for leaving a comment today! I love your pictures too! Our pictures are similar, how funny! Your kids are adorable. Merry Christmas!

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  39. Lisa @ Turning Tables says

    December 22, 2011 at 7:30 pm

    I am DYING over here!! Your kids are seriously adorable! That’s all I can really say about that!!

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  40. Sharon @ Elizabeth & Co. says

    December 24, 2011 at 1:05 am

    Totally LOVE those photos!!!

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  41. Erin says

    December 26, 2011 at 7:31 pm

    You don’t give yourself enough credit for your photography skills, Cassie! They turned out beautifully! I ended up doing photos for the grandparents and aunts and uncles this year since we haven’t done any portraits of Jacob since 2009. And I lucked out because Walgreens was running a great deal ($15 off $30) for prints, plus Michaels had a mega frame sale. I think these kinds of presents are the best and your dad is going to cherish these beautiful photos of his precious grandkids!

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