So, what have you been up to? Busy! Busy!

2:55 PM Posted by Erin


Focusing a bit on perfecting my photography skills and capturing some beautiful shots of some gorgeous families. Oh, and of course the first one is my own little monkey. Love that girl to pieces!

Wordless Wednesday: Key West Flip

12:00 AM Posted by Erin

Taken on our annual holiday vacation to Key West, my teenage niece Elena whom my daughter affectionately calls "Meena".
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Eden's Bouquet Review *GIVEAWAY*

8:34 PM Posted by Erin

**CONTEST CLOSED**




When your logo says "The Finest Clothing in the World" that's being pretty bold. Being the finest is a lot to live up to. However if you're the makers of Eden's Bouquet clothing for infants, toddlers, and children, you would be very accurate in this description. Eden's Bouquet makes some of the most picturesque, fantasy, dream clothing for your little angel I have ever seen. Their vintage inspired apparel will make you wish you could own everything in their catalog.


Okay, I know I went overboard on sharing photos of Rachel in the stunning Eden Ruffle Jeans (RTV $78) and lovely pale blue Swiss Dot Blouse (RTV $52) with diamond buttons and removable tie sash but feel lucky... I really wanted to add about twenty more photos of her in this precious outfit. From the fantastic Friday Harbor Collection, it truly is one of the sweetest, most charming two pieces she's ever been photographed in.



Dreamed up by designer and mother of many Jennifer Stenersen, Eden's Bouquet uses a palette of faded colors and earthy tones to create collections that are timeless and seasonless. Just imagine passing down her beautiful Ciel Bleu Gown to your daughter's daughter one day or christening your child with the simple and lovely Heirloom Gown. Not only will you fall in love with her remarkable clothing and workmanship, you will drool over the lovely photography she shares on her site and The Chronicles of Windy Ridge blog as well. Shop Eden's Bouquet for beauty and elegance and buy now while Rachel's gorgeous outfit is currently on sale for a total of $30 off for just two more days. Available from sizes 2t-8 I would take note that at 5t, my daughter's specific outfit fit her generously. Although I myself appreciate this as it will be wearable longer, you may want to consider the measurements when ordering from Eden's Bouquet.


Want It? Win It!
Eden's Bouquet is generously giving one lucky winner the same adorable Eden Ruffle Jeans seen on my daughter.

The Details: One lucky winner will receive a pair of Eden Ruffle Jeans from Eden's Bouquet. The Rules: Visit Eden's Bouquet and tell me one item you dream of owning.
Try, Try again... Second Chances:
**Follow my blog and leave a separate comment letting me know.

** Follow This
Mom Can Shop and Windy Ridge on Twitter and tweet RT @thismomcanshop @windyridge WIN Eden's Bouquet Ruffle Jeans for girl 2t-8 rtv $78 until 10/29. You may do so once a day for extra entries.
**Follow The Chronicles of Windy Ridge Blog for one extra entry.
** Blog about this contest linking back to this contest and leave a separate comment.
** Buy any product from Eden's Bouquet for 10 extra entries and send me the link to your purchase.

The Nitty Gritty:
*Winners are chosen randomly, if you want all your chances counted, make sure you leave individual comments, not all of them in one!
*winner has 48 hours to contact me or another name will be chosen.
*contest ends September 29th, 9 pm EST. Winner will be posted within 48 hours.
*open to US residents only!
*rules for each entry must be followed to be valid.







(Not Even) Wordless Wednesday: Maternity Shoot

10:23 PM Posted by Erin




This past weekend, I was asked to photograph Chelsea and Ryan. Both US Marines stationed in North Carolina, they were in town to celebrate their baby shower with family and friends. I've known Chelsea since she was a little girl so it was an extra proud moment to see what a great little family she's forming. And you can just tell their son is going to be gorgeous!

Photo Courtesy of Facebook.

Later in the day at the shower after opening all their gifts, Ryan gave the mom-to-be one last present. He got down on one knee, in front of all of us guests and asked Chelsea to be his wife. I've been to plenty of baby showers in my day, but this one definitely beats all.
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Wordless Wednesday: A big day at the Little Farm

8:56 PM Posted by Erin


A day at the Little Farm, where 24 new "kids" were just born.


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Free Editing Software by Aurora: 24 Hour Offer!

11:03 AM Posted by Erin

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A Thousand Words Thursday: Welcome Baby Girl!

11:38 PM Posted by Erin




A baby is always a miracle and how humbled am I to have received the opportunity to take these photos to capture the beginning of a beautiful life for our good friends L & R and their stunning daughter Kloey Amber! Arriving June 10th after many years of trying for a baby, this sweet little girl is a dream come true for L & R and just being around her gives This Mom major baby fever. I can't help but want to cuddle the deliciousness that is this brand new baby girl. Isn't she yummy?!

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Kristen Stein Fine Art *GIVEAWAY*

10:10 PM Posted by Erin

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You can't begin to imagine how excited I am to feature Kristen Stein, an amazing multi talented artist and owner of the shop Kristen Stein Fine Art on Etsy. Raised by very creative parents, this gifted lady has been involved in art for as long as she can remember. Fostered by a love of color, drawing, and painting, Kristen began by creating drawings and paintings for friends before offering her pieces for sale 10 years ago. Finding inspiration in nature, current events, and emotions have influenced Kristen's creations. A self taught artist, she finds joy in the support and encouragement of a loving husband and beautiful daughter.


Gorgeous glass pendants, framed tiles, amazing and moving paintings, photography and sea glass jewelry are all available in Kristen Stein's stunning shop and you won't have to break the bank to own one of her original creations either. Her pendants begin at an affordable $15 and are guaranteed to become quite the conversation piece. In addition to fabulous prices, Kristen is offering an added 10% shop discount to This Mom readers when you use the code MOMSHOP in conversations to seller as well as free shipping to the US and Canada! How generous is that?!

Want It? Win It!
One very lucky reader gets to add a little art into their life with a Kristen Stein Fine Art framed tile of their choice!

The Details: One lucky winner will receive a beautiful framed and signed tile from Kristen Stein Fine Art of their choice. The Rules: Visit Kristen Stein and tell me which of her pieces speaks to you.

Try, Try again... Second Chances:
** Blog about this contest and link back to this post and leave a separate comment.
** Tweet this contest, you may do so once a day for extra entries.
** Follow my blog and leave a separate comment letting me know.
** Add my button to your sidebar and tell me so.

The Nitty Gritty:
*Winners are chosen randomly, if you want all your chances counted, make sure you leave individual comments, not all of them in one!
*winner has 48 hours to contact me or another name will be chosen.
*contest ends May 21st, 9 pm EST. Winner will be posted within 24 hours.
*open to US/ Canadian Bloggers Only.
*rules for each entry must be followed to be valid.