Memories

It's the last day of November, and while I'll continue to be thankful for so much in my daily life I will not be blogging about it as much because quite frankly my sweet readers are probably sick to death of my raving.

Many moons ago at a petting zoo

My first haircut

  

 Anyway, today's post has a little extra incentive for you. But before we get there, let's consider the topic -- memories.

Way back when!

 
      To me there are few things as sweet and treasured as my memories. Memories keep alive the past and help us to remember the fondest of times with friends and loved ones. Oftentimes we are forced to say goodbye to people before we're ready. Sometimes it's because of a move, other times someone passes on and so on. But when we hold on to our memories it seems as though


     My favorite way to keep memories alive is through pictures and videos. I am constantly playing paparazzi and since becoming a mom it has only increased 10 fold. The problem, however, is that now in this digital age photos often just sit on our camera because we never seem to have the time to go to the store and wait for all of our photos to upload and then select and edit all of the ones we want. these people and moments are as close as can be.

Junior Prom

8th grade dance

 Well, thank goodness for Shutterfly! Shutterfly has so many great services that make keeping your memories alive so much more convenient. You can order pictures off of Shutterfly and two of the great things about this are-- 1) you upload from home and can do it at your own pace so you don't have to wait in the store  2) the pictures are delivered right to your house and you never have to bother with remembering to pick them up (let's be honest, things like this always slip our minds, especially at holiday time!)

The day we showed up dressed alike.

Not only does Shuttefly have photo developing services, but you can capture your memories in many different ways. They make photo books, calendars, home décor, gifts and more all from your favorite pictures. I have also ordered everything from Caleb's birth announcements and christening invitations to Christmas cards and stationery from them. This Christmas you can check out their blog for details about earning 50 of their beautiful cards for free! Seriously, can we say Merry Christmas to us!