diapers and skinny jeans

52/52 "A portrait of my children, once a week, every week, in 2013." That's it! That's a wrap. I cannot even BELIEVE that I made it a whole year. Obviously, I'm a little behind, but I am still so incredibly happy to be standing here at the proverbial end of the 52 Project and looking back at the memories made this past year. How incredible. We're all incredible. I have to thank Jodi for being such an amazing inspiration and host, that woman is a true talent. She brought about such a wonderful community of moms and dads, and even though I haven't been commenting much, I've been browsing around everyone's photos and am continually blown away. This photo-documenting business is no easy feat, and this project has taught me, shaped me, in more ways that I can even articulate at the moment. I've thought long and hard about this, and I will be continuing in 2014 in a brand new space with an even loftier goal~~~ 3  6  5   ! I hope you...

51/52 "A portrait of my children, once a week, every week, in 2013." Sofia & Alba: exactly as you are, 100% of the time. One more to go!

in the quiet of your heart, you will hear them. little wild moments, free of judgement and fear. they are authentic, sweet girls, and they are yours. no need to be embarrassed; don't be pressured into shame. deep, deep, desires and your hopes of life and change. dreams in the night sky, dreams at the sun's rise. twirling through your headspace, everything your heart says, v i b r a t i n g  w i d l y, jotted down on a page. ____  i've been thinking a lot about my own dreams lately, the things i've been lucky enough to accomplish this year and everything i hope for 2014. the sling diaries experience has brought out the creative side of me that had been pushed to the back of my mind for a while. it has inspired me to bare everything - to have the confidence to believe in myself and manifest some of my own treasured visions to light. to contribute to something even bigger t...

50/52 "A portrait of my children, once a week, every week, in 2013." Sofia- having a bit of fun playing around after our sling diaries shoot Alba- also in on the aforementioned shenanigans ;) Here we are, two portraits left until the end of the series. I'm a bit behind some of you still, but I feel proud as I near the end of this project that I know I will see to completion. I feel a book and some framed prints coming on!

49/52 "A portrait of my children, once a week, every week, in 2013." Alba- most everyone thinks you're a serious baby, but I always see your smirks. Sofia- wrapped up in linen, never too old to be worn - I'll treasure this photo forever. I cannot believe we're almost done with this series! Only a few weeks left now. Just looking at this diptych I am reminded of how much my children have grown over the year. I can't keep thinking about it or I might get too teary... thank you all for letting me catch up these past few days. This blog of mine will be getting some much needed attention and care in the new year : ) 

48/52 "A portrait of my children, once a week, every week, in 2013." Sofia- the way you take your naps now makes me giggle! You don't seem to mind at all how uncomfortable this looks. Alba- post-diaper changing session. It doesn't get much better than a tiny baby bum!

47/52 "A portrait of my children, once a week, every week, in 2013." Sofia-  tiny dancer with sunlit toes. Alba- (more chunky baby toes!) this time, within grabbing distance.

this is a shot I never posted of you on your birthday in june. you were tired. it was hot and windy that day. we spent hours at the museum and the pier, walked around until our feet were sore and we felt the ache in our calves when we woke. (it was the best.)

46/52 "A portrait of my children, once a week, every week, in 2013." Sofia- sweet and tired girl, rubbing your eyes in your favorite nook in your room Alba- a friend of mine called you "pensive" ~ a beautiful adjective and I couldn't agree more!

Hi, friends. It's been busy here! I haven't checked in much because I've been completely immersed in a few exciting projects that will be launching very soon. Normally, this time of year has a slow lull; my happy carefree mood from summer will typically fade to the background leaving me a bit blue when the air begins to turn cold. With the new moon / hybrid solar eclipse of November, I felt something shift inside of me ~ a new opportunity to shed any negative thoughts and feelings and truly let go. It was all encompassing, and still is vibrating within me, radiating from the inside out. Kindness is easy and the interconnectedness to those around me feels stronger than ever. I had said a few quiet prayers and manifested dreams to start becoming reality. It's taken some (a lot) of courage and loads of dedicated time, but I can feel the universe shifting... can you feel it too?

45/52 " A portrait of my children, once a week, every week, in 2013. " Sofia & Alba-  the crib is used more for play than it is for sleeping. You both still very much like to sleep nestled in with your parents, and frankly, OF COURSE I would rather have it this way! I love how concerned and protective Sofia is as she takes on her new role of big sister. We found a "big scary" bug flying around the house today and she immediately wanted to run into her room, jump in the crib with her sister and shield her from that curious critter. Such girls ; ) Can't believe we are wrapping up this year already...

44/52 " A portrait of my children, once a week, every week, in 2013. " Sofia- jumping up and down with papa will never get old Alba- a bit too young for the jumping, but very much in love with kisses from sister

43/52 "A portrait of my children, once a week, every week, in 2013." Alba-  asleep in the sling ~ they must ship these out with sleepy dust! Sofia-  playing with new friends and feeling quite happy about it : )

42/52 "A portrait of my children, once a week, every week, in 2013." Sofia - forever my fearless, lone explorer.  There are no limits for you. Alba - gifts from the sweetest of friends , finally cool enough to wear your toque. 

41/52 "A portrait of my children, once a week, every week, in 2013." Sofia - meeting the newest member of the De La Rosa family.  Welcome to the world, Emilia! Alba - tummy time is finally welcomed again, cutest toes curled in excitement

"A portrait of my children, once a week, every week, in 2013." 40/52 Sofia - piggy back rides through the city on the very best papa there is Alba - munching on your swaddle and looking particularly dressed up before a family party

"A portrait of my children once a week, every week, in 2013." 39/52 Sofia - windowsill dancer with her still-tattooed legs Alba - enjoying time on her belly more now than the early weeks

" A portrait of my children, once a week, every week, in 2013. " 38/52 Sofia: a bit of an incident with a permanent marker Alba: the receiver of the best kisses of all time happy october to all of you! we are slowly catching up with our portrait weeks around here- can you believe we are already on week 38?! also, you may notice things a bit wonky with the site for a while, so p lease pardon the dust as this space gets a bit of a fall make-under.

" A portrait of my children, once a week, every week, in 2013. " 37/52 Sofia: Sweet thing, we've had a rough week. We've both gotten sick, you've fought me over naps, and thrown yourself on the floor to prove a point more times than I can count, unfortunately. This is an age where I keep seeing myself over and over again with my own mother, butting heads like there's no tomorrow yet loving each other unconditionally through it all. You are a challenging little squirt, but you are full of so much endless love that sometimes I just don't know what to do. I love you to the moon and back, even when you're mad, especially when you're sad, and will forever be chasing after you. Alba: Squishy toes, wrapped in your papa's arms. You, my sweet little lady, would prefer to be carried for 90% of the day, pulling on our clothing, grabbing at papa's watch, (a thoughtful gift from RedEnvelope ) or drooling to the point of ...