Sunday, November 30, 2008
Bing and Kyle
The kids(a big thanks to CB who came to help with photos!)
2nd Birthday
Saturday, November 29, 2008
HAPPY BIRTHDAY!It was a beautiful day and we fit in lots of fun- he helped me make cupcakes in the morning and while I had a shoot he rode tractors and the Polaris with Daddy, Boppy and Dana (Dana and Ike are great buddies now and he has enjoyed her visit from Oregon). After a good nap, we did some quick family pictures and then we let the celebration begin. The pictures really explain the rest from here.
"What's in here?" (Nilla seemed as curious as Ike)
"Oh my, is it what I think it is..."
"Eeek, Ahh!"
"MY Choo Choo!" (he was stomping his feet at this moment!)
Kyle, Dana and Boppy helping with the tracks
Flying my remote control helicopter with Daddy
Flashback to 2006
I stumbled upon these pics of our car ride home from the hospital the other day and thought it would be fitting to put them up on his birthday. I am confident to say now that 2 yrs ago, when we brought Ike home, we had little idea what we were doing or what we were getting into! But, he has been the best gift given to Harcourt and I and we think we are doing a good job bringing him up and we can't wait to see what his 3rd year will bring! 
Cupcakes!
Happy 2nd Birthday Ike!
This morning he helped me make his birthday cupcakes, he loves "cookin"!Happy Thanksgiving!
Friday, November 28, 2008
We had a great Thanksgiving! The day started out with the annual Turkey Trot in Madison- stay tuned for post on that later today. We headed to the Johnson's house later in the day for the family, food and fun. This year, Ike was the only "little" kid (under 27!) but he was great- he even sat with us at the table for a good long while- he liked to the toasts and "cheers" the best. I missed my family today but Mom, Dad and Dean are coming for a visit next week. It was a great day to be thankful!
The beautiful setting....
The beautiful setting....
Ike was thankful for BOB THE BUILDER :-)Frostbite
Wednesday, November 26, 2008
Off the starting line
Peter G (red boat) and Colin in a tight rounding
Mark... a little cold
Colin leading downwind
Here I am on downwindScouting Mission
Monday, November 24, 2008
Ike helped me this weekend scout out some locations for my photo shoots and we turned it into a fun adventure- the beauty of having an almost 2 yr old business partner :-) Thanks Ike!
Clams on the FROZEN SHELL!
"This way Mama" 
"I like the light over there..."Frostbiting
Sunday, November 23, 2008
Today was the first outing for the frostbite group sailing out of Colin's house. We had Mark Andrews, Pete, Matt, Colin and Myself sailing in blustery 12+ knots and 38* air temps. Highlight of the day was Mark's spectacular capsize. More pics of the actual sailing to follow.
Peter getting his rig ready
The new hoist
The boarding ladderChit Chat
We think watching Ike learn to talk is so amazing! He is currently in a vocabulary explosion and just yesterday there were 5 new words: cooking (cookin), sleeping (sleepen), lasagna (asanga), floor and Colin. His favorite word is probably "why?" which always leads to some good conversation. We are looking forward to his 2nd birthday next Saturday!
ps- photo from file- it was barely above freezing yesterday!!!!Step into the 80's
Sunday, November 16, 2008
Whitney and Matt hosted an 80's party last weekend and everyone looked great! Unfortunately, I was very under the weather so only a few pictures but enough to get the gist of the TOTALLY TUBULAR Party! more photos- click here.
The girls were so "bitchin!"
Colin (in his 1 piece 80's snowsuit), Derek and Ty
Amy (complete with leg warmers) & Mark (with the black glasses with fluorescent stems!)
James & Julie won the award for me- pants tucked into white socks with loafers and the totally 80's hair!
"Archibald is my name, don't wear it out"New Venture
Wednesday, November 12, 2008
It is official, I have launched a new business venture! Check it out! www.kerryschutzphotography.com
Thanks to my friends who have been so supportive thus far!
Mr Whisper
Tuesday, November 11, 2008
Ike is changing so much these days and growing into a real little boy- he is starting to do more imaginative play with his toys and he even whispers secrets! The other day I heard him saying to his little plastic John Deere farmer "ride?!" and he then proceeded to open the door to his diecast red Corvette (thanks to Aunt Kelly), put the farmer inside, shut the door and take him for a tour of the living room. I nearly fell over. Then, my favorite thing is that he learned how to whisper so so soft....I don't know what it is but there is something to sweet and innocent about an almost 2 year old whispering words.
Doraz Girls
Thursday, November 06, 2008
I had a ball shooting these 4 beautiful girls at Bauer Farm last weekend (8, 6, almost 4 and almost 2) - they were full of energy, spirit and game for anything I threw at them. It is so neat to see sisters interact and being 1 of 3 girls in my family it brought back many memories!
