Trying to get a decent photo...is it possible?

For the past couple of years, Caleb and I have had someone take pictures of the girls for our Christmas card. This year, we were to do the same. Yesterday, I had a message from the photographer that she had a death in her family and would not be able to take our pictures. Bless her heart, she felt so bad and offered other names for us. Instead, we decided that we would do it (rather Caleb would do it). Caleb is very talented in many areas and I consider him to be kinda "artsy", so I knew he could handle the task.

Our plan was quickly followed with Caleb saying "I am so scared about tonight!" Normally, we would have done them outside, but we figured we just needed to get them done so we could have them mailed before our trip to Mexico.

So, the photo shoot begun. It was not pretty and it really didn't get much better. I have to say, I really think my girls are precious and beautiful, but if they are not cooperating, it just doesn't work too well. You see, Audrey feels the need to pose and plaster a huge fake smile on her face (Caleb says she learned that from her momma and Aunt Ann...whatever!). Abby, well, she just CANNOT be still. I think she would like to, but just CANNOT. She never stops moving/talking unless she is asleep.

Eventually, we were able to pick out a few to make our card. It wasn't easy, though.

Below are some of the pictures that we did NOT use, I think you will understand why. Enjoy!