Let her eat cake!
Sugary, colorful (not too colorful), delicious. You would think Vera June would be dying to dig in. Well I started to really worry... Did I ruin her 1st birthday cake experience by not letting her have anything sweet? Not totally true, those organic Yo Babies are pretty scrumptious. Well we were all shocked at how disgusted she was. Then Larry realized she probably wanted a fork. And she was so pleased. She finally dove into her 1st birthday cake... with manners!
It was Annelise's birthday last week too, so we celebrated with both of our girls. Eldon was so psyched about his very own lion cupcake. We hope you enjoy these, and try not to get too hungry!

Happy Birthday!
Amazingly it has already been an entire years since Vera June was born. I must confess it has been one of the best years of my life. She is such a cutie. I am so thankful there will be many more to come... -Daddy

Today was truly special. Vera June, Eldon and I started it off by going to Music Together. Well it really started after we made it out of our very icy driveway. 20 minutes of spinning tires and adding layers and layers of rock salt. Larry had put down quite a bit for us, but the ice was thick this morning. There was a victorious vibe going on in the car when we cruised out of there. Eldon gave me a high five. After E went to school Vera June and I went to pick up her birthday cake at Cakes for Occasions. A yummy chocolate cake with butter cream and pretty girlie cake decor. When we left we couldn't help but notice the tutus in the window of Chocolate Kisses a children boutique. I need to tell you that V has gotten the hang of dressing herself up by emptying the laundry basket and draping herself while we say complimentary things like "those undies look so beautiful on your head". I was compelled to let her express herself for her 1st birthday photo session with this tutu and pearls. I promise I am not pushing the fashionista in her. It is so real! We had a fun birthday party with family afterward. She received some more really cute clothes... Oilily, Tea, and of course some of the must haves from Target too. Cake time was hysterical. I will get back with a brief little word about that and a few pictures too. It is a fun day for baby but a very emotional day for mommy. Where did this year go? I'm glad my family kept me laughing, and of course the cake helped too. -momma

Amanda and Brad
Larry had an exciting engagement shoot with these two on the most windy day in Boston's history (o.k. maybe not in history, but it was crazy out there). He is going to fill you in a little later today, but I loved these shots, and had to post them for him. I remembered Amanda and Brad as soon as I saw the images. They were at Mike and Lisa's wedding that we photographed in October 2007. Tomorrow I am going to take pictures of Mike, Lisa and their new baby boy. So exciting. This is why I love our job so much!

1st BIG Snow
Eldon is pretending to be the Abominable Snow Monster this morning. Vera June was so sad not to be out there with him, so I gave her my empty coffee mug. She found a little something left over in there, and when I tried to take it away she was not pleased. It can be hard being the baby sister. Last night E's friends came by at 7:00 and we told him it was too late to play outside. The fist thing he said in the morning was "is Andrea outside!?" So he was pretty pumped when she came to play.

Brian and Becky

I shot my last wedding of 2008 last week and it was a fantastic couple to end the year with. Brian and Becky know what they like, and why they like it. I think that's why not only their wedding was so much fun, but their friends and family too. I am so thankful for this couple and their enthusiasm for Sherrell Photography.

You've got to love Tings!
Here is another wonderful prenatal/family session, and though the water was freezing (poor little children) it was not winter yet. This little pea is born now and she makes 4 girls! I will be taking pictures in an hour or so of the complete family!!

More Holiday Fun!
I love photographing my neighbors during the holidays. Their home is so elegant and beautifully decorated. The best part of this years session is that Kelly is pregnant with their 3rd (4th if you include Stella their first baby:) Here are a few of my favorites from their session...

Family Holiday Fun
Today I got to visit with an adorable family. Larry and I photographed Allison and Rich's wedding years ago, and it is such fun to see their family grow. Here are a few of my faves...

t h e t r e e - s a i l e n v i r o n m e n t s
Kirsten is a good friend of ours, and she has an installation at the Beverly Common. It is beautiful and creative, and can withstand the weather. We walked by again today (without our cameras) and the sails were glowing with the blanket of snow all around. Thank you Kirsten for sharing your art with us!