Never Quite Picture Perfect

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Per Mom's request, here are some pictures of me. Of course, I tried to get a little artsy and asked Josiah and Annika to come and each put a hand on my belly...to which I got nothing but tears! I have no idea why the concept of taking a picture at Mama's request led to general misery and crying...but there you go. I think the point was more to share what I'm looking like at 33 weeks.
There you go, Mom. Resist the urge to laugh!
(PS: Gen, I'm wearing my birthday-present L.L. Bean slippers...I LOAVE them!!)

Comments

DD4 said…
Sorry to jump ahead of you, Jan. I also wanted to see current pictures of you, Rachel. It's a bonus to see Annika and Josiah. You look radiant!
August 29, 2009 at 7:11:00 PM GMT+2
Kathy said…
Enjoyed your pictures. Sorry Annika wasn't too happy when the picture was taken. Am eager to hear how the home visit goes Monday.
August 30, 2009 at 3:25:00 AM GMT+2
Lindsey said…
You look great, Rachel!
August 30, 2009 at 3:38:00 AM GMT+2
The Lane's said…
You look so good! I cant wait for Will to get here. I have already started thinking of what I can bring over. I just got a new recipe for crockpot Macroni and Cheese. If you guys want anything special let me know. By the way I love you slippers!!! I just ordered them in black. Maybe they will keep my feet warm this winter.
August 30, 2009 at 10:55:00 AM GMT+2
carrster said…
Still wonderful pictures, even if all the models were not in the 'mood' for the shoot! You look great!
September 9, 2009 at 4:42:00 PM GMT+2
Badger said…
You look adorable!! I'm so happy you like the bday present. Score.
September 11, 2009 at 8:17:00 PM GMT+2
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