I'd say the biggest hurdle on this trip was sleeping. With the time difference, the boys needed naps. We spent a lot of time working around getting the boys some quality day time sleep so they wouldn't be crazed insane 3 year olds. I hate to say it but I'm ready to drop the nap. (Project 365, day 15)
One major upside is Jon and I managed to get some quality alone time in the evenings by putting in a movie for the boys while we relaxed. I know I rave about these headphones after every trip but you should have seen me and Jon, drinking wine and chatting away while the boys sat peacefully. So worth it. (Project 365, day 16)
In addition to doing fun stuff like checking out the Scottsdale train park and running the half marathon, we also enjoyed walking around outside with no coats. I'd love to say that's a smile on Nate's face but he's so close to hurting Alex, it's scary. (Project 365 day 17)
It was a little surreal being in Scottsdale. Jon and I went on our first vacation together 9 years ago to Scottsdale and San Diego. However this time we went to the same places with our two kids in tow. The boys were interested in very different things than we were, obviously. (Project 365 day 18)
I can't do a good recap of our trip without thanking Jon. In everything that I write about here, Jon is 100% behind me. He is the one watching the boys so I can go run for 2 1/2 hours. He is the one cheering me on. He is the one making our life possible. We make a great team and my life is infinitely better with him in it. (Project 365 day 19)
Overall the boys did fantastic traveling. They were so excited about the desert, the cacti, and the mountains. It was amazing to see something so simple through their eyes and I will never forget them saying over and over, "I see Camelback Mountain!" Their reaction makes me very excited for the other trips we have planned this year.
Finally, my favorite pictures.
When I first started getting interested in photography, these next two pictures were the type of pictures I wanted to take. They're not technically perfect but I still love them so much. (Project 365 day 20)
Oh my, I truly love them. Both the pictures and the boys. (Project 365 day 21)
14 comments:
gorgeous pics - both yours and hers. John is TALL :)
So glad to hear you had a good time in Arizona. The boys look like they had TONS of fun too.
Meanwhile, I've been reading through your archives from when the boys were just born. your honesty is refreshing!
Love, LOVE those last two pics (well, all of them, of course, but esp the last two). I totally know what you mean about those being the ones you always wanted to take.
So glad the trip was a success!
Love the pictures! I lived in Phoenix for a while back in 2000 and it brings back memories. Since then, Pete and I have taken many long vacations to Arizona. I love it there!
I'm glad you had a good trip!
Yeah! You are back and rocked it! We missed you when you were gone! The pic of Nate is stunning! Wow. So glad you guys had some really good family time together which is always refreshing (if not a little exhausting). I hear ya on the nap. I'm not quite ready to give it up but it goes become quite the logistical juggling act.
I am glad your vacation went well and the boys were able to give you and John some downtime. And congrats on running the 1/2 marathon. Your photos are looking amazing- seriously, you have a talent!
Your pictures are really getting good. It helps that you have such handsome subjects to use, but you are really getting the hang of using the camera to enhance your subjects, not just capture them.
Not that the professional pics you had taken aren't amazing, but you do a great job on your own. Love the last two of the boys too.
I love the last THREE pictures! I love how Jon has laugh lines around his eyes - he looks so kind.
And the boys... they are beautiful!
These are really some great pictures! They bring out the individual's personality...keep them coming.
The last 2 pictures are perfect just the way they are. Thanks for sharing them
Love the photos and congrats on the half marathon finish. That is awesome.
I love, love, love Phoenix/Scottsdale and can't wait to take the kids there. Glad you guys had fun!
Beautiful pics! As always!
It feels surreal, reading this in Scottsdale among cacti and RAIN. I hope I get a glimpse of the nice weather before we leave on Saturday. Those pictures of the boys are beautiful.
Well done Laura! Love the photos!
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