Monday, March 16, 2009

A few of my favorite things about Mexico, the final part.













Lastly, I have to say that I loved getting to know my new camera while we were away on vacation. With more practice, I'm beginning to understand. I'm enjoying what I've learned, and I'm excited about knowing more.  I had so much fun, shooting and editing and creating.  The possibilities are endless.

I am looking forward to all of the memories that are to come in the months ahead for my family.   I'll do my best to capture every one.


5 comments:

Christine @ 12,450miles said...

Great shots! I'm one who needs to "learn by doing" so I _totally_ get what you are saying!! Can't see what the next few months hold in terms of your photography (and subject matter)...

Angie K. said...

Wow! These pictures are amazing! I need a refresher lesson..

JoJo said...

Great pics!!

Becca said...

Agree! You just gotta get snappin'. All of your pictures were beautiful hon. Thank you for sharing your memories with us.

Rach@In His Hands said...

Wow....I wish I was THERE! :-) Beautiful photos.

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  • December 23, 2009- Adoption Finalized.
  • May 7th, 2009- Family circle complete in Madison.
  • May 6th, 2009- Mama's got Rubin in Seoul.
  • May 4th, 2009- meet Rubin
  • April 23rd, 2009- Visa Interview
  • April 22nd, 2009- TRAVEL CALL!!
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  • February 24th, 2009- Fingerprinted at USIS
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  • February 16, 2009- mailed referral acceptance.
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  • January 27, 2009- received unofficial referral.
  • January 20, 2009- I600A received and filed with the Dept. of Homeland Security
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  • January 12, 2009- homestudy document complete.
  • January 12, 2009-received Foster Home Licensing
  • December 22, 2008- A.I.A.A. director approves application, establishes our file, and requests our homestudy documents from J.D.
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  • September 18, 2008- first meeting with social worker (J.D.)
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