I can't believe I am STILL decorating, what is wrong with me?? I move like molasses, and my speed lately has been slow, slow and slower. Yesterday I did go to my daughter's dress rehearsal where I do take a kajillion pictures. She always has a theme to her shows, unlike random dance recitals, she tells a story, almost like a broadway production only with much younger stars. And they were all stars yesterday. I must share a couple of photos that I took with my new Tamron 70-200 2.8 lens....oh my, I am really, really pleased with how it performs.
What a cutie patootie....
And here is the Queen of Hearts....what costuming!!
And the Mad Hatter....loved this!!
I will share more later because I really really got some good shots with my new lens. What with the really crappy lighting and the constant movement, as I said, I was more than pleased with the results.
But, getting back to decorating and getting ready for the holidays....it is beginning to look a lot like Christmas around these parts and with the added snow it is a might festive. She makes me smile!!
Adding my dried hydrangeas to the tree was an ordeal this year. It snowed and then turned blasted cold, so I didn't step my tootsies out to cut them until a couple of days ago.
Oh and must show you this...Samantha is my very good friend Marti's granddaughter. This is their Christmas Card picture this year. Sorry if I am spoiling it for those who read the blog and also may receive a Christmas card from Marti...oops spoiler. But she is so darn stinking cute....
And finally Toby, he loves the snow, unlike the other little one. Isn't he handsome standing guard over his domain?!
Hope you are having a joyous holiday and that you are much further along with your holiday decorating than I am.
Joining Kathy at "You'll Shoot Your Eye Out" for her weekly song-ography....with the theme being "It's Beginning to Look ALot Like Christmas."
"How did it get late so soon?" ~Dr. Seuss
Until next time......
toby is a handsome gent. your daughter's productions are WOWsome. :)
ReplyDeleteThat first photo is so adorable and all the others are great as well. Don't hassle Christmas, it will happen and be great even if all the decorating is not done.
ReplyDeleteYour daughter does put on a good show - the costumes never disappoint. I am so excited for you with your new lens - love it when it lives up to its expectations. Carry on with decorations.
ReplyDeleteYou've got the cutest pictures, especially sweet Samantha. Since I can't get out to Chicago I will just make believe that we are chatting about the pictures over a cup of tea.
ReplyDeleteLove the photos of the young stars! Your new lens is doing a great job!
ReplyDeleteLove the costumes!!! Dogs just are so fun romping in the snow!
ReplyDeleteDid you have the Tamron 18-270 before? That is my main go-to lens. I have been doing some photography for Thing #3's school plays and musicals and my results are less than what I was hoping for. Wondering if the lens you are using would be better for me. The lighting KILLS me! Yours look wonderful! The costuming is fantastic for the dance show, but the make-up is even MORE fantabulous! Wow! Recitals...truly says "Christmas" to me too :). Thanks for joining in on Song-ography!
ReplyDeleteDon't worry about blogging. It's more important to spend as much time with family and friends. And to savor every minute. So many great shots you took.
ReplyDeleteSo many great shots. So glad to hear you are loving your lens.. Enjoy the season my friend. We will be here when ever you get the time, Don't worry.. Just enjoy your holidays.
ReplyDeleteHugs~
Exceptional images. And the snowman mug in your banner is super!
ReplyDeleteGreat shots!! Enjoy your new lens!
ReplyDeletelove the Queen of Hearts & Miss blue eyes. her curls are gorgeous!! ( :
ReplyDeleteDeanna, I don't know how you manage these indoor photos under stage lights without that awful orangey color. Mine never turn out well - both the color and exposure are usually off. The Mad Hatter reminds me of a young Carol Burnett. The photographer behind the new lens is awesome!
ReplyDeleteThose photos are great! Lighting is always a problem for me in such places, but you did a wonderful job! And your daughter is overflowing with talent. Love the costumes and makeup! And the little girls are too sweet.
ReplyDeleteI'm still doing a little decorating, too. What needs to get done will get done. Let's just keep telling ourselves that. :-)
Those 2 little girls are just the cutest ever! Love the costumes of the Mad Hatter and the Queen of Hearts. It would be fun to see your daughter's production.
ReplyDeleteEnjoy your week!
Wow, that lens is happy in your hands! Great work, Deanna, great work. Merry Christmas, my friend! Merry Christmas.
ReplyDeleteAnother new lens? Can't wait to hear the details. :) Beautiful pics as always. Merry Christmas!!
ReplyDeleteLovely decorations! :) I haven't even started yet, I'll wait for my parents to arrive and we'll decorate together.
ReplyDelete*hugs* and enjoy this magical season!
Beautiful pictures. I am so jealous of your new lens!
ReplyDeleteLove the show pictures. You did a great job with that lens. Your little Christmas girl made me smile too - so cute! An Toby is adorable!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful photos! Can't wait to see more photos with your new lens. Looks like a great deal of talent here!!!
ReplyDeleteWhat a fun event and you have captured it so beautifully. Lovely costumes! Your hydrangea tree is very pretty. xo Karen
ReplyDeleteLove your angel ornament she is so lovely and what wonderful photographs,
ReplyDeleteThese are all great shots! Love them! Hope that you are slowing down a bit to enjoy the holiday season! Hugs from texas
ReplyDeleteOh I am SOOO jealous of your new lens! This has been on my list for quite some time...sigh. The photos are great...I can see why you are tickled pink. Merry Christmas to you Deanna.
ReplyDeleteWhat an awesome lens, congrats on that. Your shots are all wonderful. I must say that those costumes are awesome and that little girl is totally adorable as can be. So is Toby.
ReplyDeleteThinking of you and missing your photography and words. Hope that your Holiday will be filled with love! Enjoy it all!
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