this week marks the 20th week of pregnancy. i can't believe i'm half way through! i can't even begin to explain how different this pregnancy has been in terms of my preparation. i remember reading all the time about the baby's growth and being atleast 1 or 2 weeks ahead with avery. now, i don't even know what's going on until a week later. i actually had to call the dr's office yesterday because i didn't remember what time the appt was at. who forgets their big 20 week u/s appointment? apparently someone with a toddler to take care of all day! the little man had the hiccups last night at 5:30am which was the first time i've noticed. something about knowing exactly what is happening is so awesome. he kicks and moves a lot when i actually sit still for more than 10 minutes. usually, when i'm working on photos. avery is doing great! i've been trying to walk or do some form of exercise. if you would like to know what it's like to walk with a toddler you could probably just buy a ball machine to laugh out balls every 2 minutes and either chase or pick them up. bending over repeatedly is probably great for your back muscles. today i decided to give her a chocolate banana smoothie while we walked with cole and amanda. we got a great walk in and for the first time in awhile i didn't have to pick anything up off of the ground! it ended with a naked girl and a hose! :)

super moon!

really mad i have no clue where the tripod piece is. but, it still looks pretty incredible.

i'm testing out cameras to upgrade! sounds fun but it's more difficult than one would think. the color is totally different than what i am used to and trying to nail the focus is hard. i'm scared to use it at an actual shoot but i know i need to try. lucky for those grandmas this means a lot of random pictures of avery!

this is from this morning when she woke up. i didn't even get her out of bed before taking her picture.

light seems ok.

oh brother!

but, then the blacks are way strong. and i missed the focus.

don't worry there was only a sip. still the blacks are strong.

she looked up at me and said mmm...

i know most people hate daylight savings but i've really enjoyed it! avery sleeps in, it stays light later and it's getting warmer here in texas! i dragged (not literally but almost) mark to the park with avery and i this evening! we stayed until the sun went down and avery had so much fun!!! i wish i had a video of her laughing as she came down the slide and landed in all of the rocks. she was cracking up hysterically!

off to the park!

for a fun comparison this was taken august 7th

we ALWAYS swing first!

august 7th, 2010

then we go over the bridge

up to the slide

down...

and again!

i have 8 shoots this week! well, i have 2 down and they were great so i'm looking forward to this week! it's spring break around here and aunt allison is coming to texas the following weekend so i crammed them all into this coming week! with that being said, most pictures will be coming from my cell phone! i'm not sure our family really minds though. :) feel free to look at the photo blog because there will be a lot going on over there! it's probably just me that this bothers! :) these are not from this weekend but they're new to anyone who hasn't seen them!

her hair is getting so long!!!

4 HOURS

every 4 hours a child dies from cancer. cancer is a scary word and it sucks. it took my dad's life and my mom beat it. for a child it's difficult to deal with. but, for a parent i can't even imagine watching your child suffer. children should not get such a horrible disease. layla grace battled stage 4 neuroblastoma and earned her wings one year ago today. i can't imagine what an emotional day this must be for their family. but, they started the layla grace foundation (http://laylagrace.org) to help raise awareness about childhood cancers and fund research. they also help parents who have a child with cancer. the foundation was built on so much love and everyone who has read layla's story wants to watch and help this charity be a success.

i have signed up for the 2nd annual portrait party for the layla grace foundation. on april 9th photographers from around the country will offer mini sessions for $75. the money goes directly to the foundation and you get some family portraits just for helping out! if you were waiting for the right time to get a couple of photos now is the time!

if you or someone you know wants to sign up go HERE!

feel free to email me at aubreytorrey@yahoo.com for more information or visit www.aubreytorreyphotography.com for details!

we had a small little celebration last night because it's our good friend's birthday!!! avery and i decorated cupcakes for amanda yesterday. well, i decorated and avery just ate. i love my sweet girl with sugar all over here! :)

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HAPPY BIRTHDAY AMANDA!!!