Ninth month (52SYL Week 42)

Ninth month (52SYL Week 42), originally uploaded by schoolio.

Lots of baby-preppin' going on, not the least of which is getting the "studio" ready. An inexpensive backdrop and playing with the lighting to figure out the best way to capture the newborn - and his mama. 42 weeks into the year and she's still a willing participant of the 52 Weeks photo exhibit - bless her heart

Not going down without a fight

Not going down without a fight, originally uploaded by schoolio.

A simple little shot from our babymoon, I admire the defiance and fight in this guy (or gal) on the shore of Lake Superior.

Introspection (52SYL Week 40)

Introspection (52SYL Week 40), originally uploaded by schoolio.

This week, a return to the simpler world of black and white.

I'm not sure what is more tiring for her: the pregnancy or my weekly requests for pictures. :) Soon enough, there'll be a new subject to close out the year.

It's been quite a year, and the fun has just begun.