Turrets? Extreme ballet? PX90? Perhaps. But around here we know it as just another typical post-nap activity. PS. In need of a 3:00PM slump-buster yourself? Here’s our current favorite playlist for such madness: Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious – Harry Connick, Jr. Namah Shivaya … Continue reading
New masthead! New masthead! It’s Hadley’s debut at the head of theJLBs. I had fun taking a trip down masthead memory lane; thought you might, too.
Bastien got a new camera for his birthday in August. His own first digital. And I think since we spend a lot of time on this site showing off his dad’s photo skills, it’s only fair we do the same … Continue reading
Have you ever seen a family as cute as this? No, you have not. PS. Jim’s still taking very limited appointments this year, if you need a big portrait gift for the parents, grandparents or just for yourself.
I instruct my yoga students to do it all the time. “Be present.” So lately, I’ve been contemplating why I am so adverse to the concept myself. Especially, when I look at pictures of my kids just one year ago … Continue reading
We are nothing short of addicted to the strategic board game Settlers of Catan. How fun it is to tuck the kids into bed on a Friday night, brew up some cappuccinos, and start the wagering for wheat or sheep. … Continue reading
I’m loving: blue skies, cider mills, heated seats, best-ever running weather (and having my mom return from a running injury + the discovery of an amazing lake to run around together), new Gap jeans bought via Groupon, Costco organic cotton … Continue reading
I’d like to first point out that it is at least a million times easier to take the portrait of a three-month-old over a three-year-old. After a couple hours of shooting around town, this is what we got. But it’s … Continue reading
It’s been a while since a sweet baby girl made her way into the studio of JBP. But it was worth the wait. Because just look at her! This is my new favorite of all time. I’m so in love … Continue reading
Two funnies for your reading pleasure this fine Friday. #1 Recently Bastien was surprised to discover the blue toilet water as left behind by our lovely and talented housecleaner. He took one look and exclaimed: “Cleaning lady go potty in … Continue reading
She does not take the kids seriously. Even when they use such polite and compelling words like “please”. The best part is when she stares at us like “Are you even kidding me right now?” Wait for it.
Jim says this video leaves him wanting more. To that I retort: just think how long this went on before I decided to start filming.
Ok, so maybe this is really commentary on something Bastien does, rather than anything Mazzy’s doing. BUT, this might just be the best funny thing Bastien does at the moment. Please listen carefully; it’s adorable. And did you notice how … Continue reading
Mazzy, today you are six years old! We like you at six! Can you please stay six forever? For your birthday we took you to the lake for a good swim. I am certain this is what your heaven will … Continue reading
Aug 29 (Arrival) TEXT People dying in rip tide along east coast due to storm out in ocean. News advising not to go in over knees. Please be extra careful for me. (Mom) Aug 30 TEXT I’m sure you are … Continue reading
And in our Great Museum Race, we have a new winner friends! I was skeptical for a moment of the award boasted on their website: “Parents Magazine #1 Science Center in the Country.” But I was quickly proven wrong. To … Continue reading
We’ve covered this before – but I think it speaks volumes to say that we re-routed our already torturously long trip home — adding two+ hours just to revisit. This time, we covered some new ground. Mostly, the train ride, … Continue reading
As promised, we made a lot of fun stops en route to the OBX. This place being no exception to the “fun” part. We didn’t get much chance at all to explore the museum proper – mostly just the Polymer … Continue reading
Here we are, enjoying our final days on the Outer Banks. I admit, we were lazy on the updates last week. But alas, no wi-fi. And let’s not forget, our entire vacation was wrought with stress and indecision, courtesy of … Continue reading