Like many other families, every year we take a family photo for our holiday card...and every year it is kind of a pain in the ass. I love the tradition - and it is often the best and only shot of all of us together - but fitting it into a crazy holiday schedule is always a challenge. Also, and again like many other families, there are a zillion outtakes as my kids rarely perform on cue. There is always at least one where both Michael and I have clearly had it and are ready to give up altogether.
This year we took shots on our front porch with a little help from my cousin, who actually had more fun than we did, I think...and she brought us cookies!
Here are some of the best bloopers from our 2009 holiday card:
One of my faves - I call it "give me strength". Sadly, this was one of the first shots - so you can see how well this is going to go!
Unfortunate timing on this game of "where's Benny!"
Benny is clearly not interested in participating at all here:
Ultimately, we chose this one - mostly because none of us are crying, playing peek-a-boo or picking our noses.
Happy holidays y'all!
(many thanks to Mary Cilva for being our photog this year!)
9 comments:
I think that is a great family photo! We haven't done ours yet, the first attempt was a giant fail. And this past weekend rain and emergency oral surgery got in the way.
ROFL. I love the outtakes.
Nothing like trying to convince kids they *want* to sit still, smile AND look at the camera.
The final shot is gorgeous though!
What a beautiful family portrait!!! Great job and you have a beautiful family!
Great pictures! Happy Holidays!
Your family photo is great! Happy holidays to you.
You got a great photo! We have nearly a thousand *bloopers*. Gah. But it's worth it for the one that turns out great!
Merry Christmas!
Ha. I love outtakes. They're always my favorite things to see.
Your final choice is PERFECT! I love it.
It may have been a struggle but OH MY it paid off! Gorgeous Family Pic! Gorgeous Family.
Ah yes, the out takes always tell the real story. You got a lovely photo though!
Happy Holidays.
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