Grandescunt Aucta Labore

Procrastination always forces me to create my daily image at dusk. It doesn't matter, the light is beautiful at dusk. When the season changes, things that were once in splendor droop away to translucent has beens preparing for a different phase of life. Winter is coming on, and the woods are getting ready. They have dropped most of their leaves exposing every flaw, but blanketing the ground for a new sub-culture of activity. Nature takes advantage of every moment.

BY HARD WORK, ALL THINGS INCREASE AND GROW

Harvesting A Tree

Today was the traditional harvesting of the family Christmas tree. I am no P. Allan Smith, but we usually get a great tree. Cedars grow like weeds around here, so we never lack for a selection. We always get one from a fence line, just to keep them clear. We hope everyone has a wonderful Christmas season.

Sincerely,

The Yandells

Great ornament collection!
Check it out.

My son's first Hog game

My son and I got some free tickets to see the Razorbacks play Southeast Missouri. He said it was the best thing ever. The game was fun, but spending time with him, and watching his excitement was priceless.

3rd Generation

This boat is a 3rd generation duck boat from my father-in-law. It has seen action from Michigan to Texas and a lot of fond memories for many. I hope to continue with my boys in the pursuit of outdoor adventure.

The Sights and Sounds of Fall

A look at the woods in late fall and in preparation for winter.  The stack of wood is getting bigger!

The boys found this poor turtle upside down in the woods...they were too late to help, but, they are making lemonade from lemons...it will soon be a rattle.

It's Fall and It's Fun!

I have had the privilege to photograph this family for several years now.  What a gift it is to watch their family grow!

An Afternoon With the Haaks!

Had a great time collecting images for this family.  The photo session went great. What fun kids!