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Doodle with some editing.

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- BRYN + DILYS -

I couldn't resist naming them.

This week the little pair were tucked in to an envelope with a kiss for luck and sent on their merry way to Wales. They have an important job to do in raising some money for Ty Gobaith Children's Hospice...here's hoping that they can help the children and families that benefit so much from the special work that the charity does. It was a pleasure to help out my lovely friend and amazing artist Janet Bell who is involved with TG10. I believe there is still some time to contribute (until 28 Feb) so if you wish to make a creative gesture head over to the website to request a postcard pack.

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28/52

elsa...paddling pool days a-go-go.
dipping in and out and then ducking under the makeshift tent.
first tan lines...gorgeously scented jason.
3 freckles between your brows.

"a portrait of my child...once a week...every week in 2013"
linking up with jodi (and many others) for this project.

favourite last week? hands down...that sleeping cheek against the wall!

27/52

elsa...suncream-sticky-hair and minutes away from telling me that you are ready for bed at 6pm.
summer you are very welcome here.

"a portrait of my child...once a week...every week in 2013"
linking up with jodi (and many others) for this project.

last week i really liked this photo of stella with her baby doll...so small against the garage doors.
always loving the discovery of a new-to-me-blog too :)

26/52

elsa...just so happy hanging out with bosco.

"a portrait of my child...once a week...every week in 2013"
linking up with jodi (and many others) for this project.

25/52

elsa...our peonies are practically the size of your head! almost collapsing under the summer rain.
so how could i refuse your request to pick a few this morning?

(i am quite blown away that we are at the half way point of this project. how about you?)

"a portrait of my child...once a week...every week in 2013"
linking up with jodi (and many others) for this project.

i really loved these stripey portraits from last week. i am at that point too of catching a glimpse in to the future on occasion of my girl as a grown up...it seems to only happen in the snapshot second that a camera can capture...a little bit heartbreaking all the same!

24/52

elsa...you tinker!joyful times taking your photo for a father's day gift. like we did last year.
but i really can't believe just how much you have changed in 12 months.
even more crazy beautiful and so full of character.

"a portrait of my child...once a week...every week in 2013"
linking up with jodi (and many others) for this project.

my favourite 23/52 was little icon lily! such a great pose captured.

having tried to update this post with the addition of the photo i doodled on and framed for elsa's daddy i seemed to go and loose the whole thing. grrrr...please forgive all the funny blogger spacing. i just can't seem to fix it!

but hey. happy father's day. ice cream is on the menu here!

23/52

elsa..."ok. follow me".
on the warboys bmx track this sunny week.
(to her) a little mountain range to explore.

"a portrait of my child...once a week...every week in 2013"
linking up with jodi (and many others) for this project.

22/52

elsa...in the face-paint-teepee.
daddy queued for an hour so you could be a tiger.

"a portrait of my child...once a week...every week in 2013"
linking up with jodi (and many others) for this project.

21/52

elsa...down by the veggie patch. checking on the beans.
conducting with a cane.

"a portrait of my child...once a week...every week in 2013"
linking up with jodi (and many others) for this project.

forgive me for running late this week. we have had a lovely break away with our dear friend abi and so it's just now on our return that i have got my photos uploaded and have a bit of time to check on the other 21/52s. i took this one on a glorious sunny sunday...a few days later and we have the heat on and my uggs have been put to use again. what's up may??

20/52

elsa...entranced.
(up on the safety of my lap) by scooby doo.

"a portrait of my child...once a week...every week in 2013"
linking up with jodi (and many others) for this project.

last week? babies! how wonderful to see little alba and clementine sleeping. brand new and beautiful.

19/52

elsa may...just having a little think out there in the big yellow sea.

how glorious it is to turn pretty much every corner around here and see/smell the rapeseed.
and i know she is delighting in the explosion of blossoms above and below right now.
pink white blue yellow. we are both in love with this month.

"a portrait of my child...once a week...every week in 2013"
linking up with jodi (and many others) for this project.

both myself and my girl really loved this photo of eva in her crown from last week...sleeping beauty.
and oh poet's shoes and bloomers. le sigh!

18/52

elsa...in the music room.

"a portrait of my child...once a week...every week in 2013"
linking up with jodi (and many others) for this project.

last week lalie...what a portrait.

17/52

elsa...my little kitchen assistant. pavlova making made you very happy. berry patterns.
and delighting me this week?
that ponytail of curls which sprung up every time i pulled your hair back in a bobble.
 
"a portrait of my child...once a week...every week in 2013"
linking up with jodi (and many others) for this project.

sur ma colline...another sweet discovery from the links taking part in 52. the pop of turquoise in both the photos is wonderful.

16/52

elsa...first bare feet on the grass moment of 2013..."it tickles!!"
(i couldn't resist a diptych this week)

"a portrait of my child...once a week...every week in 2013"
linking up with jodi (and many others) for this project.

last week? i was stopped in my tracks by this little sweetie...those eyes...that outfit! and another beautiful blog to add to my list of visits : )

15/52

elsa...my rainbow brite.
2nd week of our easter break. it has been playdates and cakebakes.
a good sprinkling of grumpy times. me and you both...but so many happy warm moments too.
i'll miss you when you go back to playchool. will we ever be out of our pyjamas on time?!?

"a portrait of my child...once a week...every week in 2013"
linking up with jodi (and many others) for this project.

last week i visited loads of the links...sweet hairstyles and waves that put me in mind of my own girl's wild locks. i loved this and these especially so.

14/52

elsa...enjoying the late springtime sunshine. what a tonic to get outside in the warmth of nature!
winter has gone on and on and on in this part of the world.
but today. today suddenly our garden looks a bit like a meadow to be explored without a coat.

"a portrait of my child...once a week...every week in 2013"
linking up with jodi (and many others) for this project.

thanks a million to everyone who left me a happy comment on my 13/52...i'd like to link to liberty pearl who i found such a joy last week. in both rebekka's wonderful words and the captivating image of her sweet friend setting sail.

13/52

elsa...easter party day at playschool.

i can't resist this shot as i see a smile about to break as you dash off to have a last dance in your room.
a daily ritual before we get our coats on and rush round the corner to meet your friends.

"a portrait of my child...once a week...every week in 2013"
linking up with jodi (and many others) for this project.

last week...did you see fritha's other-worldly-picture of wilf? i loved it! many wilfs in a wonderland!
i also really enjoyed a new blog discovery...rebucado acido...the colour popped out to me in the little links and were even better in the real space. daniela's words and image about her daughter M and her pacifier really struck a chord with me even though we said goodbye to elsa's dodo a while ago.

12/52

elsa...thirsty work.

just discovering sitting on the high stools at the kitchen worktop.
happy times chatting as i cook and you colour-in.

"a portrait of my child...once a week...every week in 2013"
linking up with jodi (and many others) for this project. 

isn't this photo of liam wonderful? my favourite from so many lovely ones last week.

11/52

elsa...back from an early morning monday freeze-the-cheeks walk.

capturing a little of your hot headed-ness.
should i have included a speech bubble wth this it would most definitely say "hey...hmpfh...no photos mummy!"

"a portrait of my child...once a week...every week in 2013"
linking up with jodi (and many others) for this project.

last week i fell in love with this thoughtful photo of sylas.