La Vita E Bella

Olivia's First Year

Remember when I made a slideshow for Lucas's First Year of life?! Well, I did not forget about one for Olivia. Without further ado, I present to you.....Olivia's First Year. Enjoy :)

Happy Birthday Miss Olivia from Melissa Vossler on Vimeo.

Pray, Pray, PRAY!

I was contacted today by a woman who found me via google. She is looking to hire someone to do some commercial shots for her. I just sent her an email back with my prices. Please say a little prayer that I'm booked. It would be a huge blessing - not to mention some good money to add to the Vossler bank account.

Thanks :)

Me

One Big Happy Family

I apologize for being MIA. I've taken the past week to try and get things done around the house. I've also been making it a priority to spend more time with Trei and the kids when he's home from work. It's easy for me to hand him Lucas and Olivia when he walks in the door so I can go back to the office to work. I'm realizing the importance of taking time to really enjoy the evening and plug into conversation with my husband - even if it's happening amidst whining children, clanging of dishes, or the running of the vacuum. Bear with me as I try and work out this new routine of mine. Since I last wrote, I was graced with a visit from my parents. I can't describe how wonderful it is so have them in town. I really miss them, and sometimes long for the short distance we used to have between us. I wish they could be more of a daily/weekly part of our lives, instead of a monthly or quarterly part of it. It's hard. I'm a family gal - I thrive on time spent with people I love. Especially the ones called family. And although we see Trei's parents, sometimes it's once a week - at church - and I don't want to be greedy - but I could use more. More family time is always good.

So you can imagine the joy I had while my parents were here. It was just what I needed, and when I needed it. We spent time in conversation. Celebrating Olivia's birthday. Running around town. Just being together. Which is so very important to me. That my kids would know all their Grandparents intimately. That's the relationship I share(d) with mine - and I want it the same way for our kids.

A Perfect Reason to Celebrate

Miss Liv is One. Hard to believe 365 days have passed since she became a part of our family. It's also hard to believe it's only been 365 days since we met. I feel like I've known her so much longer. I sort of have....but you know what I mean :)

My life is so rich. There isn't a day that goes by that I'm not aware of just how full my life is. Rich with amazing people, lots of love, and things to learn. My kids especially remind me of this goodness. But my husband, siblings, parents and friends are also great reminders of Gods abundant blessings.

Happy Birthday Livvy Loo. You are the sweetest, most beautiful, charming and snuggly little girl I've ever had the pleasure of meeting. I am so glad you entered the world a year ago today. The world is much better off with you in it. So thank you. I love you sweet girl!

Love, Your Mama

One Fish, Two Fish

Glass Bowl.........$1.50
Two Goldfish.....$2.00
Fish Food..........$1.75
The excitement in my sons eyes over his new pets.......Priceless!

Leaving Walmart today, Lucas spotted the fish. We went over for a look, and he was enamored with them. Talking to them and calling them Nemo. I had this idea. Why not get him one. I mean, all they do is swim in their bowl. He can feed them in the morning, and have a little pet. So, I grabbed a bowl, some food, and someone to help me get a fish. Only he wanted two. "One for me. One for Livvy".

So we left with two fish. One for Lucas and one for Olivia. He calls them "Boo Boo" and yells into their bowl and wants to feed them fish food every second and just loves his new friends. Who knew two little goldfish could elicit such joy from a 2 year old.....and his mom too :)

Love, Me

New Site - New Blog

DONE! I'm finally done. The new website is finished (okay, almost finished. I have a few galleries to fill!), and the new photography blog design is finished as well. Please, go check them out. I think you will be pleased.

Here is to a new adventure. A new plan. A new dream. A new everything!

The Website

The Blog

Love, Me