One of my favorite friends, Britt, had a great idea for all of us to meet up at Windy Hill Orchard outside of Charlotte. Gabrielle was in heaven! There were apples to pick and eat. Gabrielle got to hold hands with Grace after the hay ride. And run through the fields with Frances. And giggle/flirt…
In our top-floor of an old factory living space, we hear the rain hit the roof and it’s the most delightful and comforting sound I know. It’s a beautiful, rainy day here in Charlotte. I love rainy days. Must be something to do with my roots in the Pacific Northwest and the frequency of this…
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Kim – Thanks for visiting! And nice to meet you, blogger style 
I’m a scrapbooker, so therefore that means I found your blog via your sister’s. I love your outlook on life! (And your Paris pictures rock also. 
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Thank you for the delightful notes everyone!
I love your words and the photos that go with them. But the video at the end is my absolute favourite. Love her concentration and repetition…the wonder and beauty of childhood discovery. Breathtaking.
This is so wonderful – I cannot wait to see her next week. John wants to know what lens you are using? We all think you a superb photographer!
oh my….you just captured her childhood in a minute or two..something to hold onot for your lifetime…not sure what else to say jessica…thank you
Beautiful Jess!
Lovely words, lovely photos. What a gift you are giving your daughter…the memories recorded for her.
love love love
Jessica, your photos have such beautiful composition…..love the one of Gabrielle’s face just covered in water…and the look of pure, unadulterated joy!
Oh and that video is so wonderful…makes me want to go jump in puddles with child like wonder & delight!
Water is so comforting…I grew up on a lake and to this day the sound of soft water is like home to me. I love how you let Gabrielle discover & explore, such a great mama!
Thanks Jess. I feel so much the same when I read your posts!
these are my favorite posts. remind me why i love you so much.
Gabrielle getting ready for ballet class at the YMCA. Charlotte has wonderful Y facilities, participation, and programs. Rocking Chanel’s Gabrielle no.19 shade of red. Love the Wasara paper table setting I saw at Merci. A Pacific Northwest girl’s dream forecast for October. Thank you, Charlotte. I LOVE this weather! The shoes of choice in…
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I. love. this. Just fabulous!
Thanks Jess and Jordan – Love you and your babies!!
Love all the images – delightful! Miss you.
love all of these. beautiful jess!
We are happily back home in Charlotte, North Carolina, but I still have lots to post about our experiences while living in Paris. Of all the streets we walked and spent time on, my most favorite was Rue des Rosiers (street of rosebushes). Because of its proximity to where we were staying, we visited this…
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Mefi – Thank you! I use a Canon 50D – sometimes with a Canon 50mm lens and sometimes with a Canon EF 28-135mm.
Love how you captured Paris and Gabrielle. Can I ask what camera you use and lens? Your pictures are always beautiful.
Thanks.
Robin – My pleasure! Thank you for being a longtime visitor! We need to get together soon!
Susan – Yay, I inspired you for a future trip to Paris, just like you’ve inspired me so much!
Britt – We love you too!
Suzette – Thank you!
Lannie – So great to see your name on my blog! Email us your schedule on the truck so we can hopefully see you guys during your travels! I’m so happy you’ll be together, enjoying life!
Jessica,
I look at your blog almost ever day. I just had to tell you how much I enjoy your website. You are amazing! Reading about your stay in Paris was the very best. I especially loved the picture of Gabrielle, you and your Mom walking. It’s especially cute to see how the three of you walk the very same way.
I’m joining Duke on the truck in November. I miss being with him.
Love,
Lannie
This is beautiful, Jessica! I savored every word + photo.
My favorite post. Love everything and everyone in this post! xox
I’ve walked that street, perhaps never grasping the full weight of the past there. I will certainly do that next time. On a lighter note–I love that area, so beautiful and welcoming. How lucky you are to have had the experience of living there! xo
how beautiful…your words and captures touch my heart jessica..thank you
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Kim - Awwww, li’l piggies!
Britt - Love it!! You take beautiful pictures!! Xx
Susan - We’ve been doing the same lately…but no cute piggies at our local Orchard.
Jessie - so happy for you both that you have these friends.
see you in 2 weeks! xx
Jordan - What fun! Looks like the perfect day. Love the images of Gabrielle and her friends.