Cupcakes, Key Lime Pie, Kids and Cows ~ Southwest Idaho Portrait Photographer

What?! Cupcakes, Key Lime Pie, Kids and Cows? Well, check out some of these links (and some photos) I wanted to share and see what's happening around here. Sometimes I find the coolest things when I'm wasting time, I mean, cruising the Internet doing valuable and pertinent work-related research. Ha, that sounds official, doesn't it?! Other times, I just find some neat things out there in the real world, that I just think are really fun and I want to pass them along. Let me know what you think...

For starters, if you have little ones or are expecting one, you have to check out this site, On to Baby. They have the neatest ideas, products and inspiration for the wee ones in your life. I absolutely love this totally unique, beautifully designed Custom Word Book. 

Also, I found a beautiful post by photographer Deb Schwedhelm recently. She is an amazing artist with a unique eye. How many of you out there are waiting for the perfect time to schedule your family portrait session? Well, ladies and gents, the perfect time is NOW. Read Deb's thoughts. Is There a Perfect Time?

For you local folks, if you're in the mood for some amazing sweet treats, check out Miss Ellie's Cakes in Nampa. We stopped in there one night when they were about to close and picked up some delicious treats-fresh strawberry, vanilla and German chocolate cupcakes, and a giant no bake cookie. They were even great tasting at the end of the day! Annie bakes everything herself every morning. You have to check this little place out!


The other day I was in Walmart and discovered Wrigley's Extra Dessert Delights Gum. This stuff is awesome! I am so excited to think maybe I can curb my sweet tooth by chewing dessert flavored gum instead of rummaging through my cabinet and downing a handful of chocolate chips when the cravings hit me or eating a bowl full of ice cream in the middle of the day! Seriously, I do that. Sad, but true. So far, I think Key Lime Pie is my favorite flavor, although I loved Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream when I tried it first. The other choice is Strawberry Shortcake. Not sure if I can call this a permanent solution, but for now I'm trying to go for the gum whenever I need something sweet, which is usually after every meal. You know, a little sweet after something savory? Thanks Wrigley's!

And just in case you're wondering what's been keeping me busy lately, here's a few pics to show you...

What are you looking at J?

Cows.

Where are they J? Right there, silly mama!

It's so fun the kids can go outside and check out all the baby calves and mama cows right on the other side of the fence. They love it, and I love it too.

Hope you all have a great day!

Local Linky Love ~ Idaho Children's Photographer

Just wanted to share a little local linky love with all of you.

Happy Heart Musikgarten is starting up the fall semester and Miss Robin is offering a free baby class! The girls and I were enrolled in several classes the last few years, and it was such a great experience. They both loved the singing and dancing, and I love that this particular music education program starts at birth. Our Little E had a slight delay in speech, and these classes really helped her progress in her therapy as well. Our oldest daughter is also getting ready to start piano lessons with Miss Robin.
Free baby music classes will begin Sept. 15, in Ontario, at 10:45am. Babies may attend class FREE until they are 18 months old. Free childcare is provided for older siblings while moms/babies are in class. What a deal!! Classes are one half-hour of musical play: bouncing, rocking, dancing, peek-a-boo, and finger play, etc., that nurture bonding and brain stimulation. These classes are sweet fun for mom and baby! Don't know what to sing to your baby? This class will give you plenty of repertoire! There is also an alternate evening time on Mondays at 7:30 p.m. that does not include childcare. Please email Robin at: robin@hhmusikgarten.com to let her know you'll be coming; she will provide you with directions to the location.

Check out this cool new magazine about the western Treasure Valley, Urban Liaison. A new copy is coming out very soon!

And if you're looking for some new home decor' don't forget to check out The Bees Box in Payette. I just might have to take a trip up there this weekend. They are open 10-6 on Thursdays and 10-5 on Saturdays.