Picture Perfect
When Miguel was very young, I always wanted the perfect picture. I wanted him to pose serenely in front of the Christmas tree so that I could get that perfect picture for our Christmas card. I snapped away. I wanted him to smile just so. I wanted his smile to look natural despite the fact that I was directing him – “Not so wide…oh honey, don’t squint – I want to see your beautiful eyes…just relax.” I still have those moments but they are rare and I have begun to embrace the fact that life is full of imperfection. Imperfection brings it’s own beauty as an unexpected gift and, sometimes, it brings laughter.
- Christmas Card Outtake 1
This photo was one of many taken one morning as the kids cuddled in the overstuffed chair in our living room. I didn’t ask them to pose – I simply started taking pictures, capturing a loving moment shared between them.
- Gas Leak
This was taken after we finished decorating the Christmas tree. I could have insisted that they pose in front of the tree and I won’t lie, part of me wanted that. Still, I just let go and let them have their picture taken the way they wanted – feigning sleep under the tree or posing for a crime scene photo. Whatever. Either way, this is who they are.
Posted: December 11th, 2009 under Uncategorized.
Comments
Comment from Patti
Time December 11, 2009 at 2:16 pm
Sister– Love the picture, soooooooooo cute….
Comment from Katherine
Time December 11, 2009 at 4:30 pm
I think they look like they are praying to the altar of Santa for more presents.
Comment from liz
Time December 12, 2009 at 4:23 pm
Nothing teaches you how to let go like having kids. So, the bottom one is your Christmas card?
Comment from betty t
Time December 13, 2009 at 7:04 pm
love love love the photo of your younguns
Comment from Vikki
Time December 13, 2009 at 7:33 pm
Our Christmas photo is neither of these. The one we chose is a variation on the top one though.
Comment from Susan (woo222)
Time December 17, 2009 at 8:39 pm
See, this is why I missed you when I was without internet. You never fail to crack me up and warm my heart at the same time. I love the first picture..they’re growing like weeds! ~Susan
Comment from Missy
Time December 11, 2009 at 1:47 pm
So beautiful! So true!