Since I’m too cheap to get a professional picture done, I decided to take my own Christmas card picture with Ben. Even if I wasn’t cheap…I have yet to step foot in a mall during this holiday season - a) because I hate malls during this time and b) I’ve been so busy with work, most of my Christmas shopping has been done online.

When Ben was a little non-walking baby last year, it was EASY to take a picture of him. All I had to do was cover the rocking chair in a blanket, plop him down, wave a toy in the air, and I had tons of great pictures to choose from.

This year, it’s a little tougher. He’s constantly in motion, and he HATES wearing hats. When we first put up our Christmas tree, he was fascinated by it, constantly going up to the tree to touch the ornaments (gently, as he’s learned to do). I knew that it would be the perfect backdrop for his Christmas pictures.

But once the cute jammies were put on, and the hat was attached, the coolness factor of the tree was gone. He had moved on to throwing his football around or rolling around on his truck. I was able to get him still a couple times with some gummy bear bribes (yes, I know they’re HORRIBLE for his teeth - I made sure he brushed afterwards). Unfortunately, getting him to laugh or even smile on cue is still something I have yet to master.

But finally, after three sessions, I got some great shots that I’ll be sending out with our cards - at this rate, they’ll be out mid-2008.

For now, enjoy the out takes…

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