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day at the lake

Another day in the mountains. Another day to bring along the camera. We ventured to a local lake, that is surrounded by a beautiful hiking trail.


As we made our way around the lake, I stopped to take pictures of things that struck my fancy. After all, it was my birthday and all.


If I can’t jump on a jet and head to Europe for a shopping trip on my big day, I may as well be able to take pictures of things I think are beautiful.


Yes. More pictures of this flower.
My name is Stefanie and I am addicted to taking pictures of flowers.


My oldest and my (current) youngest. I am one blessed mama.


Claire and the other little ones hit the beach. I would have, but I didn’t want to frighten the little children away in tears.

Years of avoiding the sun and laying off the treadmill makes for an… ahem, scary combination.


Asher, ready to pounce on an unsuspecting tadpole.


Making (or unmaking) sandcastles.


And what good is a day at the lake without some watermelon??

Happy 4th of July 🙂

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07.04.09 · Asher, Dalton, friends, Shepherd, vacations, Victoria 15

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  1. Adele says

    July 4, 2009 at 10:55 PM

    Great pics! Have a wonderful 4th!!

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  2. The Ferrill's says

    July 4, 2009 at 11:20 PM

    Happy Birthday sweet Stefanie and have some fun in the sun (or shade;) with your beautiful family! LOVE that sweet pic of Tori and Shepherd!

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  3. Dawn says

    July 5, 2009 at 2:41 AM

    Beautiful!

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  4. DiJo says

    July 5, 2009 at 3:23 AM

    HAPPY BELATED BIRTHDAY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I know this is going to be a fabulous year for you! You look FABULOUS!

    Hugs,
    Diana

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  5. a Tonggu Momma says

    July 5, 2009 at 3:51 AM

    Happy birthday to you AND America!

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  6. Jean says

    July 5, 2009 at 4:10 AM

    Happy Birthday!! I need to catch up on you blog! I got my wild olive tees and I love them!! Definitely a day brightener!!

    You are beautiful- fair skin and all!!
    Blessings from MN!
    Jean

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  7. Myriam says

    July 5, 2009 at 6:50 PM

    Felicidades! (Happy Birthday)
    Tienes un premio desde España al blog por su contenido interesante para la mujer. Es maravillosa la familia que tienes. Que Dios os bendiga. Sois un ejemplo a seguir.
    From Jaén (Spain)
    Myriam http://www.hogardulcehogar.blogspot.com

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  8. Kris says

    July 5, 2009 at 7:02 PM

    looks like a wonderful day- LOVE that pic of Tori with Shepherd!

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  9. amy says

    July 6, 2009 at 3:09 AM

    these are great,We adopted our LynnMarie in March and she also says history of club feet

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  10. Lindsey's mom says

    July 6, 2009 at 4:01 AM

    Great photos! Happy Bday!! I love July 4th! It marks 2 years ago that we landed in China to get Lindsey! We are DTC…awaiting our LID now!!

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  11. Shelly and Family says

    July 6, 2009 at 3:12 PM

    What a great day at the lake and BTW…HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!!

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  12. redmaryjanes says

    July 6, 2009 at 5:21 PM

    Happy Birthday, your photos are just wonderful. Truly a picture of summer.

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  13. Anonymous says

    July 7, 2009 at 3:43 AM

    I love the pictures!!! I want to be right there with you! Looks like your road trip has been pretty great so far!! Hope to see you soon!
    Love ya,
    Chenoa

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  14. Amy Jo says

    July 7, 2009 at 5:39 AM

    Beautiful pics, thanks for sharing! And HAPPY HAPPY BIRTHDAY!

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  15. Shanna says

    July 7, 2009 at 2:11 PM

    Happy Birthday to you!!
    Gosh, we were right there with ya at Lake Burton. We should've met up at The Dillard House!!
    Should you need a resting place just south of Atlanta you can crash at our pad! Hang in there (:

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