Creek Hike
children
New Babies!
Our school lets the kids in grade 1/2 hatch eggs in class. I donated some chicken eggs and 4 weeks later brought home 9 new members for my flock. The whole class got to watch some chicks hatch in real time. They learned about the development of the egg and got to take care of the chicks for a few days. They were sad to see them go but I’ll make sure to send updates throughout the rest of the school year.
And here is all 9 of them.
Spring Chickens
It’s been really quiet on the blog. The long, dark and cold winter put me in a photography rut. But spring is here and we can finally go outside again. The chickens are enjoying it just as much as the kids. And I enjoy capturing our “real” life – messy yard, kids with torn pants and paint stains and most likely chicken poop. I was just trying to take a few photos of the kids hanging with the chickens dust bathing. It was their idea to do a little shoot with Goldie, the only chicken that likes to be picked up.
Summertime
Going swimming in the creek is becoming a summer tradition for our family. The kids are old enough now that it’s too dangerous anymore and they love looking for crayfish and frogs. This is the perfect spot where the deep swimming hole is kind of separate from the flat part and I can safely let the kids roam a bit. And it’s beautiful.
Boys 25/52
“Boys are found everywhere—on top of, underneath, inside of, climbing on, swinging from, running around, or jumping to.
A boy is Truth with dirt on its face, Beauty with a cut on its finger, Wisdom with bubble gum in its hair, and the Hope of the future with a frog in its pocket. ”
-Alan Beck
Happy – 24/52
This makes me happy on so many levels. Little boys getting muddy and having fun, not even realizing how much they are learning about life, where their food comes from, having responsibilities and being close to nature. Learning to appreciate all those little things I remember from my childhood which made me the person I am today.
Creek -17/52
First visit to the creek this year. My little guy was so excited. He loves to throw rocks into the water.
Fall in the Catskills {catskills natural light family photographer}
Trying to take advantage of the last beautiful fall days – when the soft sunlight makes the leaves that are still left on the trees glow. It was a bit chilly but so beautiful.
Hiking up the hills at the park.
Beautiful golden leaves.
We finally found the pond!
The backdrop was to beautiful not to take any pictures.
Looking towards Windham Peak.
Three miles into the hike they are still running!
Sunny Fall Day at the Creek {Durham Children’s Photographer}
This post is long overdue. The first month of school is so busy and it takes a while for everybody to get used to a different routine. The light is so beautiful this time of the year. I love fall.
MANJA LUCCI PHOTOGRAPHY 