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12 on 12: A Day in the Life: February 2018 https://www.jillmcadoo.com/blog/2018/2/12-on-12-a-day-in-the-life-february-2018 We're trying something new! On the fifth of every month myself and a group of photographers will each post photos using a theme. For this month its 12 on 12 - A Day in the Life. It's still a "blog circle" aka virtual gallery hop that will take you around the country inspiring you with different landscapes, people, emotions, and moments. At the end of each blog there will be a link to the next photographer. Be sure to click on the link and hop over to the next gallery. Enjoy!

 

12 on 12: A Day in the Life: February 2018

This time around I thought I would give the old iPhone a whirl for my 12 on 12. The picture quality isn't what I hoped for (must be time for a new phone), but I am glad this project motivated me to document a typical day for us. 

Trying to sleep in.

 

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This girl got a new bike and couldn't wait to take it out on the trail. 

 

IMG_9458 copyIMG_9458 copy A little break at the treasure table. 

 

IMG_0043 We are so grateful to have trails to ride out our back door.  

 

IMG_9462 copyIMG_9462 copy He rides hard and sometimes wrecks. He was playing it up a bit here, and was totally fine.

 

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Back at the house it was time to get those valentines written. 

 

IMG_9470 copyIMG_9470 copy The hubby and kids went grocery shopping and brought these back for me. Lovely tulips!

 

IMG_9473 copyIMG_9473 copy Pumpkin Oatmeal Muffins in the making.

 

IMG_9477 copyIMG_9477 copy Mojo needed a nap after the morning bike ride and trip into town to get groceries. 

 

IMG_9481 copyIMG_9481 copy Then everyone gathered around for a lesson on how to suture. 

 

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It was such a beautiful day, and Miss O was adamant we go for another bike ride, so we did! It's a long ride and the kids rocked it!

 

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Stories and bed time, good night! 

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12 on 12: A Day in the Life: December 2017 https://www.jillmcadoo.com/blog/2018/1/12-on-12-a-day-in-the-life-december-2017 We're trying something new! On the fifth of every month myself and a group of photographers will each post photos using a theme. For this month its 12 on 12 - A Day in the Life. It's still a "blog circle" aka virtual gallery hop that will take you around the country inspiring you with different landscapes, people, emotions, and moments. At the end of each blog there will be a link to the next photographer. Be sure to click on the link and hop over to the next gallery. Enjoy!

 

12 on 12: A Day in the Life: December 2017

Adventure Time! We headed out to an area close to our town where we hadn't explored before. Here are 12 photos from the day:

Mojo loves going for rides with the family.

 

_JM02530_JM02530 Old growth junipers seem to burn with red within. 

 

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Every time I do laundry, there are rocks in the washer... every. time. 

 

_JM02599_JM02599 Taking in the sites as we drove down some quiet dirt roads. 

 

_JM02557_JM02557 As rock climbers we like rocks. A lot. So this adventure included some bush-wacking to get closer to this very interesting outcropping of rock.  

 

_JM02563_JM02563 Carl crawling through the rocks. We found secondary chippings and pottery pieces at the base of the cliff.

 

_JM02567_JM02567 As a lichen lover, I don't think I have ever seen this type of growth before. BTW, I just googled "lichen that looks like nipples" and got some interesting results... not what I was looking for. Maybe its a fungus? 

 

_JM02570_JM02570 I love this photo with O scrambling along the rock edge and Carl's big grin looking up at the rocks. Classic Carl. 

 

_JM02575_JM02575 Enjoying a view from the top -- All sorts of secret rock spots in this neck of the woods!

 

_JM02584_JM02584 As the day wound down we headed back to the truck, loaded up, and took the long way home. 

 

_JM02622_JM02622 Miles and miles of dirt roads and places to explore.

The area is made up of Wilderness designated sections, ranches, the random big fancy house, and national forest. 

 

_JM02638_JM02638 The long way home led us to these rascals who popped up on the road out of a culvert and surprised us!

They skirted up the steep hill and watched us go by. I was lucky to catch them with the fading light before they headed into the bushes. Good night javelina!

That's it for our day, just another day out exploring the countryside. 

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YELLOW: 12-2017 https://www.jillmcadoo.com/blog/2017/12/12-yellow-2017 We're trying something new! On the fifth of every month myself and a group of photographers will each post photos using a color theme. It's still a "blog circle" aka virtual gallery hop that will take you around the country inspiring you with different landscapes, people, emotions, and moments. At the end of each blog there will be a link to the next photographer. Be sure to click on the link and hop over to the next gallery. Enjoy!

 

YELLOW: November 2017

 

 

Harvest Yellow

 

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Buddha Loop Yellow

 

275.365.2017275.365.2017 Wild Walnut Yellow

 

287.365.2017287.365.2017 San Francisco Peaks Yellow

 

288.365.2017288.365.2017 Aspen Autumn Yellow

 

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RED: 11-2017 https://www.jillmcadoo.com/blog/2017/11/red-2017 We're trying something new! On the fifth of every month myself and a group of photographers will each post photos using a color theme. It's still a "blog circle" aka virtual gallery hop that will take you around the country inspiring you with different landscapes, people, emotions, and moments. At the end of each blog there will be a link to the next photographer. Be sure to click on the link and hop over to the next gallery. Enjoy!

 

RED: November 2017

 

 

Heart tomato red.

 

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Hedge Hog Red

 

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174.365.2017174.365.2017 Yummy Red

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FAVE 5 on 5: September 2017 https://www.jillmcadoo.com/blog/2017/10/fave-5-on-5-september-2017 On the fifth of every month myself and a group of photographers will each post five favorite photos from the previous month. It's a "blog circle" aka virtual gallery hop that will take you around the country inspiring you with different landscapes, people, emotions, and moments. At the end of each Fave 5 on 5 there will be a link to the next photographer. Be sure to click on the link and hop over to the next gallery. Enjoy!

 

FAVE 5 for September 2017

 

 

Baby rattlesnake on an agave spine; tiny little thing, only about 6 inches long!

 

_JM09876_JM09876 Camping; So good for the soul.

 

_JM00392_JM00392 Wedding Grandmas - Aren't they adorable!

 

A moment of cooperation among the cousins.

 

Love this photo of my girl! Future CEO, Veterinarian, Artist? Whatever makes her happy. 

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FAVE 5 on 5: August 2017 https://www.jillmcadoo.com/blog/2017/9/fave-5-on-5-august-2017 On the fifth of every month myself and a group of photographers will each post five favorite photos from the previous month. It's a "blog circle" aka virtual gallery hop that will take you around the country inspiring you with different landscapes, people, emotions, and moments. At the end of each Fave 5 on 5 there will be a link to the next photographer. Be sure to click on the link and hop over to the next gallery. Enjoy!

 

FAVE 5 for August 2017

 

 

Summer wishes

 

_JM09666_JM09666 Salamander swimming hole

 

_JM09589_JM09589 Cattails in the fire.

 

Hidden gems just down the road.  

 

Sandy baby buns!  

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FAVE 5 on 5: June & July 2017 https://www.jillmcadoo.com/blog/2017/8/fave-5-on-5-june-july-2017 On the fifth of every month myself and a group of photographers will each post five favorite photos from the previous month. It's a "blog circle" aka virtual gallery hop that will take you around the country inspiring you with different landscapes, people, emotions, and moments. At the end of each Fave 5 on 5 there will be a link to the next photographer. Be sure to click on the link and hop over to the next gallery. Enjoy!

 

FAVE 5 for June & July 2017

 

 

Every year I volunteer to be the event photographer for Party in the Pines, a great fundraising event! 

 

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Super O.  

 

Seeking shade.   

And then July arrived!

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184.365.2017184.365.2017 Camping adventures: Better then Butterfly Wonderland.

 

 

188.365.2017188.365.2017 Sleepy Mojo. Camping is exhausting.

 

193.365.2017193.365.2017 How much dust can you fling into the air and then run around in? A lot, a lot. 

 

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197.365.2017197.365.2017 Monsoons FINALLY arrived!

 

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FAVE 5 on 5: May 2017 https://www.jillmcadoo.com/blog/2017/6/fave-5-on-5-may-2017 On the fifth of every month myself and a group of photographers will each post five favorite photos from the previous month. It's a "blog circle" aka virtual gallery hop that will take you around the country inspiring you with different landscapes, people, emotions, and moments. At the end of each Fave 5 on 5 there will be a link to the next photographer. Be sure to click on the link and hop over to the next gallery. Enjoy!

 

FAVE 5 for May 2017

 

 

Epic lupines full of ladybugs. 

 

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And this wasn't the big one we saw in the bottom of the swimming hole.  

 

Baby horney toad.   

 

 

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FAVE 5 on 5: April 2017 https://www.jillmcadoo.com/blog/2017/5/fave-5-on-5-april-2017 On the fifth of every month myself and a group of photographers will each post five favorite photos from the previous month. It's a "blog circle" aka virtual gallery hop that will take you around the country inspiring you with different landscapes, people, emotions, and moments. At the end of each Fave 5 on 5 there will be a link to the next photographer. Be sure to click on the link and hop over to the next gallery. Enjoy!

 

FAVE 5 for April 2017

 

 

A little every day-ness. 

 

105.365.2017105.365.2017 Parking lots look better covered in yellow petals. 

 

106.365.2017106.365.2017 The kids woke-up extra-extra-early coffee.  

 

We might just get apples this year.  

 

Celebrating.   

 

 

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FAVE 5 on 5: March 2017 https://www.jillmcadoo.com/blog/2017/4/fave-5-on-5-march-2017 On the fifth of every month myself and a group of photographers will each post five favorite photos from the previous month. It's a "blog circle" aka virtual gallery hop that will take you around the country inspiring you with different landscapes, people, emotions, and moments. At the end of each Fave 5 on 5 there will be a link to the next photographer. Be sure to click on the link and hop over to the next gallery. Enjoy!

 

FAVE 5 for March 2017

 

 

Hello Pleasing Fungus Beetle, sorry we woke you up so early in the season! 

 

068.365.2017068.365.2017 Exploring a slot canyon in the Kofa Wilderness.

 

070.365.2017070.365.2017 Epic desert wildflower bloom in the Kofa Wilderness. What a treat to see! 

 

Scrumptious homemade birthday cake, yum!  

 

Winter and spring trying to happen at the same time; Snow falling on the budding maple tree.   

 

 

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FAVE 5 on 5: February 2017 https://www.jillmcadoo.com/blog/2017/3/fave-5-on-5-february-2017 On the fifth of every month myself and a group of photographers will each post five favorite photos from the previous month. It's a "blog circle" aka virtual gallery hop that will take you around the country inspiring you with different landscapes, people, emotions, and moments. At the end of each Fave 5 on 5 there will be a link to the next photographer. Be sure to click on the link and hop over to the next gallery. Enjoy!

 

FAVE 5 for February 2017

 

 

We are cooking with gas now, woohoo! 

042.365.2017042.365.2017 We don't get a lot of ferns in Arizona, so when you find them, its like finding a little treasure.

 

046.365.2017046.365.2017 Riding bikes with friends. 

 

Playtime.  

We have been seeing a large heard of deer around our neighborhood. I finally brought my camera in the car and pulled over to get a shot.  

 

 

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FAVE 5 on 5: January 2017 https://www.jillmcadoo.com/blog/2017/2/fave-5-on-5-january-2017 On the fifth of every month myself and a group of photographers will each post five favorite photos from the previous month. It's a "blog circle" aka virtual gallery hop that will take you around the country inspiring you with different landscapes, people, emotions, and moments. At the end of each Fave 5 on 5 there will be a link to the next photographer. Be sure to click on the link and hop over to the next gallery. Enjoy!

 

FAVE 5 for January 2017

January was: snowy, conflicted, stressful, celebrations, sickies, cakes, stove, cold, surgery.... ready for a new month!

 

The beginnings of a fox. 

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010.365.2017010.365.2017 Mimi makes a mean birthday cake. 

 

Shoveling snow in pajamas. 

Eight is great, especially with friends. 

 

 

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FAVE 5 on 5: December 2016 https://www.jillmcadoo.com/blog/2017/1/fave-5-on-5-december-2016 On the fifth of every month myself and a group of photographers will each post five favorite photos from the previous month. It's a "blog circle" aka virtual gallery hop that will take you around the country inspiring you with different landscapes, people, emotions, and moments. At the end of each Fave 5 on 5 there will be a link to the next photographer. Be sure to click on the link and hop over to the next gallery. Enjoy!

 

FAVE 5 for December 2016

The last faves of 2016. Time to get my 365 slideshow in order.

Happy New Year!

From a family session: Green houses in December are delightful and delicious. 

Its my fave five and I'm making it six this time!

Another from the family session.. just loved this one. They are awesome kids. 

 

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Carl hitting up some cross-country freshies straight outta the driveway.

 

Quintessential (rare) white christmas was magical. 

 

And just a few days before the end of the year, we welcomed this sweet rescue pup into our home. Meet Mojo!

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FAVE 5 on 5: November 2016 https://www.jillmcadoo.com/blog/2016/12/fave-5-on-5-november-2016 On the fifth of every month myself and a group of photographers will each post five favorite photos from the previous month. It's a "blog circle" aka virtual gallery hop that will take you around the country inspiring you with different landscapes, people, emotions, and moments. At the end of each Fave 5 on 5 there will be a link to the next photographer. Be sure to click on the link and hop over to the next gallery. Enjoy!

 

FAVE 5 for November 2016

 

Remember those days when hiking = running, jumping, and leaping off stuff?

 

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Little visitor crossing the driveway.

 

I found some autumn reds after all. 

 

I mean, look at those little climbing shoes and that hand placement: proud mama!
 

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FAVE 5 on 5: October 2016 https://www.jillmcadoo.com/blog/2016/11/fave-5-on-5-october-2016 On the fifth of every month myself and a group of photographers will each post five favorite photos from the previous month. It's a "blog circle" aka virtual gallery hop that will take you around the country inspiring you with different landscapes, people, emotions, and moments. At the end of each Fave 5 on 5 there will be a link to the next photographer. Be sure to click on the link and hop over to the next gallery. Enjoy!

 

FAVE 5 for October 2016

 

A little back alley fun.

 

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My cactus and succlent obsession just keeps growing (was that a pun?) Ha! 

 

Rose garden. 

 

Came across this beatiful yellow out on a bike ride. 

 

Feeling black and white artsy this month I guess. 
 
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FAVE 5 on 5: September 2016 https://www.jillmcadoo.com/blog/2016/10/fave-5-on-5-september-2016 On the fifth of every month myself and a group of photographers will each post five favorite photos from the previous month. It's a "blog circle" aka virtual gallery hop that will take you around the country inspiring you with different landscapes, people, emotions, and moments. At the end of each Fave 5 on 5 there will be a link to the next photographer. Be sure to click on the link and hop over to the next gallery. Enjoy!

 

FAVE 5 for September 2016

 

Lucky me, got to help welcome my sweet nephew into the world!

 

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And then we headed off on a quick getaway to the beach. 

Nothing like dinner watching the sun set over the ocean. 

 

The pelicans were mesmerizing. 

 

We watched this guy/gal eat a fish on top of this dead palm tree every day. 
 

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FAVE 5 on 5: August 2016 https://www.jillmcadoo.com/blog/2016/9/fave-5-on-5-August-2016 On the fifth of every month myself and a group of photographers will each post five favorite photos from the previous month. It's a "blog circle" aka virtual gallery hop that will take you around the country inspiring you with different landscapes, people, emotions, and moments. At the end of each Fave 5 on 5 there will be a link to the next photographer. Be sure to click on the link and hop over to the next gallery. Enjoy!

 

FAVE 5 for August 2016

 

Garden light and corn on the cob.

 

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Get on the bus! 

 

One of my favorite local flowers: Globemallow.

 

Papa's projects.

 

Mimi's bike; home after a ride into town.  
 

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FAVE 5 on 5: July 2016 https://www.jillmcadoo.com/blog/2016/8/fave-5-on-5-july-2016 On the fifth of every month myself and a group of photographers will each post five favorite photos from the previous month. It's a "blog circle" aka virtual gallery hop that will take you around the country inspiring you with different landscapes, people, emotions, and moments. At the end of each Fave 5 on 5 there will be a link to the next photographer. Be sure to click on the link and hop over to the next gallery. Enjoy!

 

FAVE 5 for July 2016

 

We like rocks.

 

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Black Witch. 

 

Second planting.

 

Summer orange.

 

Second grader! 
 

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FAVE 5 on 5: June 2016 https://www.jillmcadoo.com/blog/2016/7/fave-5-on-5-june-2016 On the fifth of every month myself and a group of photographers will each post five favorite photos from the previous month. It's a "blog circle" aka virtual gallery hop that will take you around the country inspiring you with different landscapes, people, emotions, and moments. At the end of each Fave 5 on 5 there will be a link to the next photographer. Be sure to click on the link and hop over to the next gallery. Enjoy!

 

FAVE 5 for June 2016

 

Summer evening swinging.

 

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Winslow, AZ - We lived in this crazy little town for about a year and love to come back to visit La Posada. 

 

La Posada.   

 

Watching the trains and the sun disappear into the distance. 

 

Summer evening by the tracks. 
 

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FAVE 5 on 5: May 2016 https://www.jillmcadoo.com/blog/2016/6/fave-5-on-5-may-2016 On the fifth of every month myself and a group of photographers will each post five favorite photos from the previous month. It's a "blog circle" aka virtual gallery hop that will take you around the country inspiring you with different landscapes, people, emotions, and moments. At the end of each Fave 5 on 5 there will be a link to the next photographer. Be sure to click on the link and hop over to the next gallery. Enjoy!

 

FAVE 5 for May 2016

 

Lakes and rocks adventuring.

 

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R looking so little next to all the big kids in the race. 

 

R getting some pedaling in during our first camping trip of the year.   

 

N and O calculating when it should be s'more time. 

 

Nite nite. 
 
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(Jill McAdoo Photography) Arizona May adventure bike blog circle bouldering camp canyon climbing family hike light photographer photography race rock rope sport spring tent trad https://www.jillmcadoo.com/blog/2016/6/fave-5-on-5-may-2016 Sun, 05 Jun 2016 22:18:52 GMT
FAVE 5 on 5: April 2016 https://www.jillmcadoo.com/blog/2016/5/fave-5-on-5-April-2016 On the fifth of every month myself and a group of photographers will each post five favorite photos from the previous month. It's a "blog circle" aka virtual gallery hop that will take you around the country inspiring you with different landscapes, people, emotions, and moments. At the end of each Fave 5 on 5 there will be a link to the next photographer. Be sure to click on the link and hop over to the next gallery. Enjoy!

 

FAVE 5 for April 2016

 

Got a much needed dose of color at Chalk It Up 2016.

 

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Spring rains - Tulip. 

 

Rocks. We missed you.   

 

Little rock scrambling rockstars. 

 

Little treasures in a magic canyon. 
 

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(Jill McAdoo Photography) April Arizona adventure aster blog circle blossom bouldering climbing family flower flowers hike light photographer photography rock rope spring trad tulip https://www.jillmcadoo.com/blog/2016/5/fave-5-on-5-April-2016 Thu, 05 May 2016 07:05:00 GMT
FAVE 5 on 5: March 2016 https://www.jillmcadoo.com/blog/2016/4/fave-5-on-5-march-2016 On the fifth of every month myself and a group of photographers will each post five favorite photos from the previous month. It's a "blog circle" aka virtual gallery hop that will take you around the country inspiring you with different landscapes, people, emotions, and moments. At the end of each Fave 5 on 5 there will be a link to the next photographer. Be sure to click on the link and hop over to the next gallery. Enjoy!

 

FAVE 5 for March 2016

 

Intro to Rock Climbing.

 

Intro to Geology.   

 

Intro to Bouldering. 

 

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Intro to Welding.
 

Happy Birthday to Me!

 

 

One more, because I need a little black and white for March. 

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(Jill McAdoo Photography) Arizona Phoenix adventure b&w blog circle blossom bouldering bouquet climbing construction family flowers light march new photographer photography rock rope spring welding https://www.jillmcadoo.com/blog/2016/4/fave-5-on-5-march-2016 Tue, 05 Apr 2016 07:15:00 GMT
FAVE 5 on 5: February 2016 https://www.jillmcadoo.com/blog/2016/3/fave-5-on-5-february-2016 On the fifth of every month myself and a group of photographers will each post five favorite photos from the previous month. It's a "blog circle" aka virtual gallery hop that will take you around the country inspiring you with different landscapes, people, emotions, and moments. At the end of each Fave 5 on 5 there will be a link to the next photographer. Be sure to click on the link and hop over to the next gallery. Enjoy!

 

FAVE 5 for February 2016

 

Toothless Miss B.

 

Mimi's bakery.   

 

Early spring jumping the gun. 

 

Backyard pondering.

 

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(Jill McAdoo Photography) Arizona February adventure applesauce b&w blog circle crocus family hat kitchen knit light new photographer photography rolls spring sweet swing swirl taco toothless https://www.jillmcadoo.com/blog/2016/3/fave-5-on-5-february-2016 Sat, 05 Mar 2016 23:32:53 GMT
FAVE 5 on 5: January 2016 https://www.jillmcadoo.com/blog/2016/2/fave-5-on-5-january-2016 On the fifth of every month myself and a group of photographers will each post five favorite photos from the previous month. It's a "blog circle" aka virtual gallery hop that will take you around the country inspiring you with different landscapes, people, emotions, and moments. At the end of each Fave 5 on 5 there will be a link to the next photographer. Be sure to click on the link and hop over to the next gallery. Enjoy!

 

FAVE 5 for January 2016

Hello 2016! 

Little ninja.

 

Forgotten fruit.   

 

Treasures in the trees. 

 

Because, Star Wars.

 

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(Jill McAdoo Photography) Arizona January adventure b&w bin bird blog circle dells family forest hike light nest new ninja photographer photography ponderosa prescott storage winter year https://www.jillmcadoo.com/blog/2016/2/fave-5-on-5-january-2016 Fri, 05 Feb 2016 07:30:00 GMT
FAVE 5 on 5: December 2015 https://www.jillmcadoo.com/blog/2016/1/fave-5-on-5-december-2015 On the fifth of every month myself and a group of photographers will each post five favorite photos from the previous month. It's a "blog circle" aka virtual gallery hop that will take you around the country inspiring you with different landscapes, people, emotions, and moments. At the end of each Fave 5 on 5 there will be a link to the next photographer. Be sure to click on the link and hop over to the next gallery. Enjoy!

 

FAVE 5 for December 2015

Here it is, the last faves of 2015! 

Stripes and hammering ice.

 

This is what an "old" med student's frig looks like: some fermenting vegetables in a jar, cream, eggs, milk, and beer.  

 

Ordinary. 

 

Rainbow happy.

 

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(Jill McAdoo Photography) Arizona December b&w band blog circle drink family forest frig hammer hands kids light paint photographer photography ponderosa rainbow table window winter https://www.jillmcadoo.com/blog/2016/1/fave-5-on-5-december-2015 Tue, 05 Jan 2016 07:10:00 GMT
FAVE 5 on 5: November 2015 https://www.jillmcadoo.com/blog/2015/12/fave-5-on-5-november-2015 On the fifth of every month myself and a group of photographers will each post five favorite photos from the previous month. It's a "blog circle" aka virtual gallery hop that will take you around the country inspiring you with different landscapes, people, emotions, and moments. At the end of each Fave 5 on 5 there will be a link to the next photographer. Be sure to click on the link and hop over to the next gallery. Enjoy!

 

FAVE 5 for November 2015

 

Apple trees in the forest.

 

Ken's got it pretty good.  

 

Forest fort nap. 

 

This kid should wear a helmet all the time.

 

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(Jill McAdoo Photography) Arizona November autumn b&w bike blog circle climb drink fall family forest hands helmet hideandseek kids light nap patrobas photographer photography ponderosa https://www.jillmcadoo.com/blog/2015/12/fave-5-on-5-november-2015 Sat, 05 Dec 2015 18:50:16 GMT
FAVE 5 on 5: October 2015 https://www.jillmcadoo.com/blog/2015/11/fave-5-on-5-october-2015 On the fifth of every month myself and a group of photographers will each post five favorite photos from the previous month. It's a "blog circle" aka virtual gallery hop that will take you around the country inspiring you with different landscapes, people, emotions, and moments. At the end of each Fave 5 on 5 there will be a link to the next photographer. Be sure to click on the link and hop over to the next gallery. Enjoy!

 

FAVE 5 for October 2015

 

A trip home: Vermont.

 

Milkweed.  

 

More Vermont. 

 

My little scientist.

 

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(Jill McAdoo Photography) Arizona Gyrocheilus September b&w berries blog circle butterfly drink fall hands light patrobas photographer photography summer https://www.jillmcadoo.com/blog/2015/11/fave-5-on-5-october-2015 Thu, 05 Nov 2015 07:30:00 GMT
FAVE 5 on 5: September 2015 https://www.jillmcadoo.com/blog/2015/10/fave-5-on-5-september-2015 On the fifth of every month myself and a group of photographers will each post five favorite photos from the previous month. It's a "blog circle" aka virtual gallery hop that will take you around the country inspiring you with different landscapes, people, emotions, and moments. At the end of each Fave 5 on 5 there will be a link to the next photographer. Be sure to click on the link and hop over to the next gallery. Enjoy!

 

FAVE 5 for September 2015

 

I love drinks with fun names; wish I could remember the name of this one.

 

Sunrise on a long drive through the Arizona desert.  

 

Spontaneous sibling hand-holding, such a nice change from the spontaneous whack, kick, or pinch. 

 

I've started a butterfly life list, Gyrocheilus patrobas, male

 

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FAVE 5 on 5: August 2015 https://www.jillmcadoo.com/blog/2015/9/fave-5-on-5-august-2015 On the fifth of every month myself and a group of photographers will each post five favorite photos from the previous month. It's a "blog circle" aka virtual gallery hop that will take you around the country inspiring you with different landscapes, people, emotions, and moments. At the end of each Fave 5 on 5 there will be a link to the next photographer. Be sure to click on the link and hop over to the next gallery. Enjoy!

 

FAVE 5 for August 2015

 

Bone collectors.

 

Snail egg: This month's 2PM at THE HOURS.

 

Seed pods on the window sill. 

 

Rolypoly babies!

 

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(Jill McAdoo Photography) Arizona August abstract b&w blog circle bone leaf light monsoon photographer photography pod rain rolypoly seed skull snail summer table https://www.jillmcadoo.com/blog/2015/9/fave-5-on-5-august-2015 Sun, 06 Sep 2015 00:29:55 GMT
FAVE 5 on 5: July 2015 https://www.jillmcadoo.com/blog/2015/8/fave-5-on-5-july-2015 On the fifth of every month myself and a group of photographers will each post five favorite photos from the previous month. It's a "blog circle" aka virtual gallery hop that will take you around the country inspiring you with different landscapes, people, emotions, and moments. At the end of each Fave 5 on 5 there will be a link to the next photographer. Be sure to click on the link and hop over to the next gallery. Enjoy!

 

FAVE 5 for July 2015

 

Little entrepeneurs.

 

Big city construction watching.

 

A little architecture this month.

 

Another.

 

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(Jill McAdoo Photography) Arizona July abstract alligator architecture b&w blog circle boy brother drop family girl leaf light lizard photographer photography plants sister stairs summer toddler watch https://www.jillmcadoo.com/blog/2015/8/fave-5-on-5-july-2015 Wed, 05 Aug 2015 07:30:00 GMT
FAVE 5 on 5: June 2015 https://www.jillmcadoo.com/blog/2015/7/fave-5-on-5-june-2015 On the fifth of every month myself and a group of photographers will each post five favorite photos from the previous month. It's a "blog circle" aka virtual gallery hop that will take you around the country inspiring you with different landscapes, people, emotions, and moments. At the end of each Fave 5 on 5 there will be a link to the next photographer. Be sure to click on the link and hop over to the next gallery. Enjoy!

 

FAVE 5 for June 2015

 

Kittens rescued by a friend.

 

Beer & wine tasting charity event.

 

Channeling their Maasai alter egos to obliterate the ant pile.

 

Camping and swimming.

 

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FAVE 5 on 5: May 2015 https://www.jillmcadoo.com/blog/2015/6/fave-5-on-5-may-2015 On the fifth of every month myself and a group of photographers will each post five favorite photos from the previous month. It's a "blog circle" aka virtual gallery hop that will take you around the country inspiring you with different landscapes, people, emotions, and moments. At the end of each Fave 5 on 5 there will be a link to the next photographer. Be sure to click on the link and hop over to the next gallery. Enjoy!

 

FAVE 5 for May 2015

 

Spring held on a little later this year in AZ. Don't be fooled, that was some icy water!

 

From a maternity session.

 

Someone wasn't happy with me.

 

11AM at THE HOURS - Hiking around the Granite Dells.

 

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(Jill McAdoo Photography) Arizona May blog circle boy brigh brother color creek faces family girl hours light look maternity photographer photography poppies rock sister spring swim the toddler tree https://www.jillmcadoo.com/blog/2015/6/fave-5-on-5-may-2015 Fri, 05 Jun 2015 07:15:00 GMT
FAVE 5 on 5: April 2015 https://www.jillmcadoo.com/blog/2015/5/fave-5-on-5-april-2015 On the fifth of every month myself and a group of photographers will each post five favorite photos from the previous month. It's a "blog circle" aka virtual gallery hop that will take you around the country inspiring you with different landscapes, people, emotions, and moments. At the end of each Fave 5 on 5 there will be a link to the next photographer. Be sure to click on the link and hop over to the next gallery. Enjoy!

 

FAVE 5 for April 2015

 

On the hunt.

 

Backyard apple blossoms - they survived the cold temps and I'm hopeful it will be an applesauce filled winter.

 

Little Whiskey Off Road racer.

 

10AM at THE HOURS - counting up to buy a horse. So far its about $12. :)

 

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(Jill McAdoo Photography) April Arizona Easter apple bike blog circle blossom boy brother dinner egg faces family flower girl hunt light making photographer photography race sister spring strider toddler tree window https://www.jillmcadoo.com/blog/2015/5/fave-5-on-5-april-2015 Tue, 05 May 2015 07:15:00 GMT
FAVE 5 on 5: March 2015 https://www.jillmcadoo.com/blog/2015/4/fave-5-on-5-march-2015 On the fifth of every month myself and a group of photographers will each post five favorite photos from the previous month. It's a "blog circle" aka virtual gallery hop that will take you around the country inspiring you with different landscapes, people, emotions, and moments. At the end of each Fave 5 on 5 there will be a link to the next photographer. Be sure to click on the link and hop over to the next gallery. Enjoy!

 

FAVE 5 for March 2015

 

Mid-century modern snacking.

 

Spring is here and the blossoms are putting on a great show this year.

 

This may be the only photo I have of a genuine smile from him.

 

Sprung. 

 

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Oh, and Happy Easter! :)

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FAVE 5 on 5: February 2015 https://www.jillmcadoo.com/blog/2015/3/fave-5-on-5-february-2015 On the fifth of every month myself and a group of photographers will each post five favorite photos from the previous month. It's a "blog circle" aka virtual gallery hop that will take you around the country inspiring you with different landscapes, people, emotions, and moments. At the end of each Fave 5 on 5 there will be a link to the next photographer. Be sure to click on the link and hop over to the next gallery. Enjoy!

 

FAVE 5 for February 2015

 

A month is a long time.

 

Firefighter morning.

 

Silly faces.

 

Cold-Brew brewing.

 

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This is 3.

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(Jill McAdoo Photography) Arizona February blog circle boy chair coffee cold-brew faces family firefighter friends girl hug photographer photography playing sister sleep toddler https://www.jillmcadoo.com/blog/2015/3/fave-5-on-5-february-2015 Thu, 05 Mar 2015 07:15:00 GMT
FAVE 5 on 5: January 2015 https://www.jillmcadoo.com/blog/2015/2/fave-5-on-5-january-2015 On the fifth of every month myself and a group of photographers will each post five favorite photos from the previous month. It's a "blog circle" aka virtual gallery hop that will take you around the country inspiring you with different landscapes, people, emotions, and moments. At the end of each Fave 5 on 5 there will be a link to the next photographer. Be sure to click on the link and hop over to the next gallery. Enjoy!

 

FAVE 5 for January 2015

 

Little boy toes.

 

Best friends and next door neighbors. They decided their tattoos should go on their foreheads. 

 

His new favorite accessory.

 

Sweet dreams.

 

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We all thought of a word wish for our friend's coming year, and I didn't hesitate when I said "FUN!"

I think we could all use a little more fun. Go on, do it, have more fun! :)

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FAVE 5 on 5: December 2014 https://www.jillmcadoo.com/blog/2015/1/fave-5-on-5-december-2014 On the fifth of every month myself and a group of photographers will each post five favorite photos from the previous month. It's a "blog circle" aka virtual gallery hop that will take you around the country inspiring you with different landscapes, people, emotions, and moments. At the end of each Fave 5 on 5 there will be a link to the next photographer. Be sure to click on the link and hop over to the next gallery. Enjoy!

 

FAVE 5 for DECEMBER

 

Some personal picks for December: My guy.

 

I think my love of snow has rubbed off on them! They were as excited as I was for our first snow.

 

Cousin brothers: ninja firefighters.

 

He doesn't nap much anymore, so this is a rare sight. He is often a raging grump post-nap when it does happen.

 

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Santa sure does like cookies and milk. :)

 

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One more to send you into the New Year. Nothing like running out into the snow first thing in the morning in your PJ's!

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(Jill McAdoo Photography) Arizona Christmas December blog circle boy dress family firetruck friends girl glass holiday holiday lights laugh nap photographer photography plate playground playing santa sister sleep smile snow toddler winter https://www.jillmcadoo.com/blog/2015/1/fave-5-on-5-december-2014 Mon, 05 Jan 2015 07:15:00 GMT
2014 BY THE HOUR https://www.jillmcadoo.com/blog/2014/12/2014bythehour 2014 began with a new project involving over 30 other photographers scattered throughout the world, each taking a photo during a specific hour progressing through the year, month by month, from 7:00AM to 6:00PM. 

Looking back, some hours were more challenging than others to capture... probably because I prefer the more spontaneous approach to capturing my hours. I'm not one to plan and control every detail, but some days are better than others for photos. These feel very honest, very in the moment of that hour, and very much me. 

I am one lucky girl to be a part of THE HOURS community and "working" alongside so many talented photographers.  The best part is that I get to do it again next year! I'm looking forward to starting again at 7AM in January. Maybe a theme for next year? Black and white? All portraits? Landscapes? No theme? I'm still deciding. Obviously. :)

See you in 2015!

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(Jill McAdoo Photography) 2014 afternoon autumn breakfast camp chair clock compilation evening fall heart kitchen morning review tent thehours https://www.jillmcadoo.com/blog/2014/12/2014bythehour Wed, 31 Dec 2014 05:26:38 GMT
FAVE 5 on 5: November 2014 https://www.jillmcadoo.com/blog/2014/12/fave-5-on-5-november-2014 On the fifth of every month myself and a group of photographers will each post five favorite photos from the previous month. It's a "blog circle" aka virtual gallery hop that will take you around the country inspiring you with different landscapes, people, emotions, and moments. At the end of each Fave 5 on 5 there will be a link to the next photographer. Be sure to click on the link and hop over to the next gallery. Enjoy!

 

FAVE 5 for NOVEMBER

 

Back alley path.

 

Senior session: This beautiful senior is on her way to college next fall to pursue her love of art and writing!

 

Family session: sisters!

 

Loved these yellow hues of the last of autumn.

 

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Thanksgiving family and friends - I hope you had a safe and fun holiday. :)

 

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FAVE 5 on 5: October 2014 https://www.jillmcadoo.com/blog/2014/11/fave-5-on-5-october-2014 On the fifth of every month myself and a group of photographers will each post five favorite photos from the previous month. It's a "blog circle" aka virtual gallery hop that will take you around the country inspiring you with different landscapes, people, emotions, and moments. At the end of each Fave 5 on 5 there will be a link to the next photographer. Be sure to click on the link and hop over to the next gallery. Enjoy!

 

FAVE 5 for OCTOBER

 

Vermont.

 

Fell in love with this rainbow walking along the lane to the farm.

 

The old dairy barn in Vermont.

 

5PM at the HOURS - Setting up camp; back in Arizona.

 

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Hope you had a safe and fun Halloween!!

 

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FAVE 5 on 5: September 2014 https://www.jillmcadoo.com/blog/2014/10/fave-5-on-5-september-2014 On the fifth of every month myself and a group of photographers will each post five favorite photos from the previous month. It's a "blog circle" aka virtual gallery hop that will take you around the country inspiring you with different landscapes, people, emotions, and moments. At the end of each Fave 5 on 5 there will be a link to the next photographer. Be sure to click on the link and hop over to the next gallery. Enjoy!

 

FAVE 5 for SEPTEMBER

 

We spent a lot of time at the swimming hole near home.

 

From a session: Mr. Jaxson enjoying his first birthday cake.

 

Monsoon raindrops.

 

We took a long overdue trip "home": Vermont. 

 

A little taste of Vermont in the Fall... check back next month for more!

 

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FAVE 5 on 5: August 2014 https://www.jillmcadoo.com/blog/2014/9/fave-5-on-5-august-2014 On the fifth of every month myself and a group of photographers will each post five favorite photos from the previous month. It's a "blog circle" aka virtual gallery hop that will take you around the country inspiring you with different landscapes, people, emotions, and moments. At the end of each Fave 5 on 5 there will be a link to the next photographer. Be sure to click on the link and hop over to the next gallery. Enjoy!

 

FAVE 5 for AUGUST

 

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"Purple Princess Rodeo Queen"

 

From an exciting new project for a local non-profit.

 

Soaking in a summer sunset.

 

Mmmmm... bacon. So good on a chilly morning camping.

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FAVE 5 on 5: July 2014 https://www.jillmcadoo.com/blog/2014/8/fave-5-on-5-july-2014 On the fifth of every month myself and a group of photographers will each post five favorite photos from the previous month. It's a "blog circle" aka virtual gallery hop that will take you around the country inspiring you with different landscapes, people, emotions, and moments. At the end of each Fave 5 on 5 there will be a link to the next photographer. Be sure to click on the link and hop over to the next gallery. Enjoy!

 

FAVE 5 for JULY

 

186.365.2014186.365.2014 Glorious monsoon storm during the 4th of July parade.

 

Summer evening light through the bedroom window.

 

They ask to go biking morning, noon, and night.

 

Watching the fading light.

 

Mid-afternoon nap on a hot summer day (and my contribution for 2PM at The Hours).

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(Jill McAdoo Photography) July bed bike blog circle boy evening family helmets holiday kids nap napping parade photographer photography rain riding silhouette sleeping summer sunset window https://www.jillmcadoo.com/blog/2014/8/fave-5-on-5-july-2014 Tue, 05 Aug 2014 10:00:00 GMT
FAVE 5 on 5: June 2014 https://www.jillmcadoo.com/blog/2014/7/fave-5-on-5-june-2014 On the fifth of every month myself and a group of photographers will each post five favorite photos from the previous month. It's a "blog circle" aka virtual gallery hop that will take you around the country inspiring you with different landscapes, people, emotions, and moments. At the end of each Fave 5 on 5 there will be a link to the next photographer. Be sure to click on the link and hop over to the next gallery. Enjoy!

 

FAVE 5 for JUNE

A mix of personal and professional: 

154.365.2014154.365.2014 From the Stratosphere in Las Vegas.

 

From a fundraising event I helped plan for Prevent Child Abuse Arizona.

 

From a newborn session.

 

From the backyard.

 

From my coffee heart to yours. :)

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FAVE 5 on 5: May 2014 https://www.jillmcadoo.com/blog/2014/6/fave-5-on-5-may-2014 On the fifth of every month myself and a group of photographers will each post five favorite photos from the previous month. It's a "blog circle" aka virtual gallery hop that will take you around the country inspiring you with different landscapes, people, emotions, and moments. At the end of each Fave 5 on 5 there will be a link to the next photographer. Be sure to click on the link and hop over to the next gallery. Enjoy!

 

FAVE 5 for MAY

From a maternity session in fabulous Truckee, CA: 

Lake Tahoe

 

Truckee, CA

 

Baby girl was due June 1st! Maybe she will be here by today?

 

Such a beautiful mama!

 

So excited for these two. They are going to be such amazing parents. :)

 

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(Jill McAdoo Photography) Lake May Tahoe belly blog circle couple family girl home kids lake mama maternity meadow photographer photography pregnant silhouette spring sunset https://www.jillmcadoo.com/blog/2014/6/fave-5-on-5-may-2014 Thu, 05 Jun 2014 07:15:00 GMT
FAVE 5 on 5: April 2014 https://www.jillmcadoo.com/blog/2014/5/fave-5-on-5-april-2014 On the fifth of every month myself and a group of photographers will each post five favorite photos from the previous month. It's a "blog circle" aka virtual gallery hop that will take you around the country inspiring you with different landscapes, people, emotions, and moments. At the end of each Fave 5 on 5 there will be a link to the next photographer. Be sure to click on the link and hop over to the next gallery. Enjoy!

 

FAVE 5 for APRIL

 

092.365.2014092.365.2014 For my self-portrait project: It's hard to take a photo of yourself, and one that you like is even more rare. This one's a keeper in my book.

 

The dandelions don't have much of a chance this year to be wish puffs with two kids battling to send them twirling into the air. 

 

I love watching these two on the rocks. 

 

Poor girl was sick over the holiday weekend, but she sure is cute sleeping. 

 

It's 11am and we were rocking the backyard. 

 

093.365.2014093.365.2014 And this one too because I wish I had more unconventional family photos. 

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(Jill McAdoo Photography) April bike blog circle boy climbing dandelion dinner dirt family girl home kids photographer photography self portrait sleep smart bike spring table toddler wish puff https://www.jillmcadoo.com/blog/2014/5/fave-5-on-5-april-2014 Mon, 05 May 2014 07:30:00 GMT
The 10 Photos Every Mom (or Dad) Should Take But Doesn't https://www.jillmcadoo.com/blog/2014/4/the-10-photos-every-mom-or-dad-should-take-but-doesnt My other project I work on late at night after the kids go to bed is a website and blog for my community: Prescott Moms Blog. Here's the link to a blog post I wrote to encourage all parents to take photos and take them often of everything: the good, the bad, and the ugly! 

http://www.prescottmomsblog.info/blog/10photoseverymomshouldtakebutdoesnt

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FAVE 5 on 5: March 2014 https://www.jillmcadoo.com/blog/2014/4/fave-5-on-5-march-2014 On the fifth of every month myself and a group of inspiring photographers will each post five favorite photos from the previous month. It's a "blog circle" aka virtual gallery hop that will take you around the country inspiring you with different landscapes, people, emotions, and moments. At the end of each Fave 5 on 5 there will be a link to the next photographer. Be sure to click on the link and hop over to the next gallery. Enjoy!

 

FAVE 5 for MARCH

March was fast and furious, and full of ups and downs.

060.365.2014060.365.2014 It was briefly cold and rainy after weeks of sunny moderate Arizona weather, and we reveled in the damp weather 
and O hunted worms with squeals of delight each time she spotted one.

 

This year the blossoms arrived extra early in the season; I hope they survive the freezing nights ahead.

 

Worker-man. He's made a diligent attempt to relocate all the dirt in the backyard.

 

Each night the kids have to say goodnight to the baby chicks. 

 

My mom's legendary bread. Too bad I can't eat it anymore. I'm GF.

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(Jill McAdoo Photography) March blog circle blossoms bread chick dirt earthworm family girl hoe home kids photographer photography polka dots spring toddler yard work https://www.jillmcadoo.com/blog/2014/4/fave-5-on-5-march-2014 Sat, 05 Apr 2014 07:15:00 GMT
FAVE 5 on 5: February 2014 https://www.jillmcadoo.com/blog/2014/3/fave-5-on-5-february-2014 On the fifth of every month myself and a group of inspiring photographers will each post five favorite photos from the previous month. It's a "blog circle" aka virtual gallery hop that will take you around the country inspiring you with different landscapes, people, emotions, and moments. At the end of each Fave 5 on 5 there will be a link to the next photographer. Be sure to click on the link and hop over to the next gallery. Enjoy!

 

FAVE 5 for FEBRUARY

This month I chose some favorites from my personal photos.

033.365.2014033.365.2014 My contribution for 8am at THE HOURS, a collaborative blog collecting photos from around the world one hour at time.

 

Sweet slumber.

 

Crème Brûlée? Yes, please.

 

Hope you had a Happy Valentine's Day!

 

Stars and stripes... and frog butts. 

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FAVE 5 on 5: January 2014 https://www.jillmcadoo.com/blog/2014/2/fave-5-on-5-january-2014 On the fifth of every month myself and a group of inspiring photographers will each post five favorite photos from the previous month. It's a "blog circle" aka virtual gallery hop that will take you around the country inspiring you with different landscapes, people, emotions, and moments. At the end of each Fave 5 on 5 there will be a link to the next photographer. Be sure to click on the link and hop over to the next gallery. Enjoy!

 

FAVE 5 for JANUARY

A mix.

We started the new year with a day of fun: rock climbing with friends.

 

Coming in for a landing: Butterfly Wonderland

 

Sisters: destined for greatness. 

 

Meet Luca, he's new. 

 

There is something comforting about books; even a textbook. 

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FAVE 5 on 5: December 2013 https://www.jillmcadoo.com/blog/2014/1/fave-5-on-5-december-2013 On the fifth of every month myself and a group of talented photographers will each post five favorite photos from the previous month. It's a "blog circle" aka virtual gallery hop that will take you around the country inspiring you with different landscapes, people, emotions, and moments. At the end of each Fave 5 on 5 there will be a link to the next photographer. Be sure to click on the link and hop over to the next gallery. Enjoy!

 

FAVE 5 for DECEMBER

A little black and white to finish out the year.

 

Fun at the zoo with family: We have a great little zoo that takes in rescued and abandoned animals. Everything from tigers to alligators!

 

Soaking up some December sun. 

 

Snow is yummy. 

 

I need to do more of these. 

 

Learning to safely cut up vegetables just like daddy.

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FAVE 5 on 5: November 2013 https://www.jillmcadoo.com/blog/2013/12/fave-5-on-5-november-2013 Welcome to the November edition of Fave 5 on 5!

On the fifth of every month myself and a group of talented photographers will each post five favorite photos from the previous month. It's a "blog circle" aka virtual gallery hop that will take you around the country inspiring you with different landscapes, people, emotions, and moments. At the end of each Fave 5 on 5 there will be a link to the next photographer. Be sure to click on the link and hop over to the next gallery. Enjoy!

 

FAVE 5 for NOVEMBER

A mix of personal and professional: I had so many great sessions this month its hard to only pick a few.

A few lovely moments of my two playing together. Followed by shoving and whining and eventually crying.

 

A few hidden ruby gems along the road on a brisk November day. 

 

Hello Jaxson! Such a happy little guy.

 

Fiona: sweet little newborn.

 

Amanda with her beautiful belly. :)

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Superstar mama of twins Max and Olivia.

 

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(Jill McAdoo Photography) autumn baby belly blog circle boy cat fall family fire girl kids maternity newborn oak photographer photography pregnant red leaves toddler twins https://www.jillmcadoo.com/blog/2013/12/fave-5-on-5-november-2013 Thu, 05 Dec 2013 07:05:00 GMT
FAVE 5 on 5: October 2013 https://www.jillmcadoo.com/blog/2013/11/fave-5-on-5-october-2013 Welcome to the October edition of Fave 5 on 5!

On the fifth of every month myself and a group of talented photographers will each post five favorite photos from the previous month. It's a "blog circle" aka virtual gallery hop that will take you around the country inspiring you with different landscapes, people, and moments. At the end of each Fave 5 on 5 there will be a link to the next photographer. Be sure to click on the link and hop over to the next gallery. Enjoy!

 

FAVE 5 for OCTOBER

This month I'm going with some personal photos.

He gets mad when the water is turned off and he can't fill up his different containers.

 

Burning the brush pile in the backyard... too bad we weren't prepared with s'mores. 

 

 

My son chasing the cat. She is outta here.

 

My nephew: he loves to stand with his hands behind his back. 

 

Super Sass surveying the surroundings. 

 

 

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FAVE 5 on 5: September 2013 https://www.jillmcadoo.com/blog/2013/10/fave-5-on-5-september-2013 Welcome to the September edition of Fave 5 on 5!

On the fifth of every month myself and a group of talented photographers will each post five favorite photos from the previous month. It's a "blog circle" aka virtual gallery hop that will take you around the country inspiring you with different landscapes, people, and moments. At the end of each Fave 5 on 5 there will be a link to the next photographer. Be sure to click on the link and hop over to the next gallery. Enjoy!

 

FAVE 5 for SEPTEMBER

 

A common site in the backyard.

 

I couldn't resist including this one of my boy. He loves tractors, a lot!

 

 

We'll find out soon if this little fire cracker is going to have a little brother or sister!
(From a family session)

 

Brothers. From a family photo shoot.

 

Singing happy birthday to my mom. :)

 

And one more because I am rarely on the other side of the camera:

 

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FAVE 5 on 5: August 2013 https://www.jillmcadoo.com/blog/2013/9/fave-5-on-5-august-2013 Welcome to another edition of Fave 5 on 5!

On the fifth of every month myself and a group of talented photographers will each post five favorite photos from the previous month. It's a "blog circle" aka virtual gallery hop that will take you around the country inspiring you with different landscapes, people, and moments. At the end of each Fave 5 on 5 there will be a link to the next photographer. Be sure to click on the link and hop over to the next gallery. Enjoy!

 

FAVE 5 for AUGUST

 

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So, when are tantrums supposed to go away?

 

 

I love this angle, and the yellow walls!

 

243.365.2013 Filling up on grapes at grandmas.

 

First day in the world. Sweet little Josie.

 

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FAVE 5 on 5: July 2013 https://www.jillmcadoo.com/blog/2013/8/fave-5-on-5-july-2013 Its the second round of our Fave 5 on 5!

On the fifth of every month myself and a group of talented photographers will each post five favorite photos from the previous month. It's a "blog circle" aka virtual gallery hop that will take you around the country inspiring you with different landscapes, people, and moments. At the end of each Fave 5 on 5 there will be a link to the next photographer. Be sure to click on the link and hop over to the next gallery. Enjoy!

 

FAVE 5 for JULY

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Donner Lake, Truckee CA: Can't you just feel the water cooling off your toes?

 

 

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Although our 4th was shadowed by the Yarnell Fire and the loss of so many lives, we were reminded to be grateful for so many things.

 

 

192.365.2013 After a rough couple of weeks, we all need a good laugh once in awhile.

 

 

198.365.2013 And to ignore the dishes to play outside.

 

 

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I wonder what sort of adventures Staci has been up to?

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(Jill McAdoo Photography) boogers clover dirty dishes donner lake fourth of july nose picking preschooler stars summer summertime toddler toes water https://www.jillmcadoo.com/blog/2013/8/fave-5-on-5-july-2013 Mon, 05 Aug 2013 14:15:00 GMT
Print Sale to Benefit the Families of the Granite Mountain Hotshots https://www.jillmcadoo.com/blog/2013/7/Fundraiser-for-GMH My town suffered a loss that will likely be one for the history books. A lightning strike started a wildfire that ultimately killed 19 firefighters, almost the whole crew of our local Granite Mountain Hotshots, only one survived. These were young men in the community with families, children, and even weddings to plan and first babies to welcome.

As the community has rallied to support the people these men left behind, I wanted to look farther than the borders of the communities these men fought to protect, and gather support from people in other states and beyond. I ask all of you to help support these families, as I know each of us would be grateful for the support if we were in their position.

Myself and photographers from around North America have generously donated their work to be sold as prints; please purchase one of these beautiful prints and you'll be supporting these men and their loved ones. All proceeds will be donated to the Prescott Firefighter Charities, which states that all donations will go to the families of the Granite Mountain Hotshots.

It's not everyday that you have the opportunity to hang one of these amazing artist's photos on your wall. Choose from different finishes and print sizes, as well as ready to hang Thin Wraps (http://www.smugmug.com/prints/thinwraps), and Metalprints (http://www.smugmug.com/prints/metalprints) made from aluminum.

Please click below to go to the gallery and order:

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FAVE 5 on 5: June 2013 https://www.jillmcadoo.com/blog/2013/7/fave-5-on-5-june On the fifth of every month myself and a group of talented photographers will each post five favorite photos from the previous month. It's a "blog circle" aka virtual gallery hop that will take you around the country inspiring you with different landscapes, people, and moments. At the end of each Fave 5 on 5 there will be a link to the next photographer. Be sure to click on the link and hop over to the next gallery. Enjoy!

 

157.365.2013 This photo was taken at the Desert Botanical Gardens in Phoenix, AZ. I was attending a conference and had a free evening. After spending all day in the artic air conditioning, I had to be outside despite the temps being around 100 degrees! The sun was setting fast, but I chased the light with some success. This was taken in the wildflower garden. The best part of the evening was a bit after the sun had set and I watched a family of Quail with tiny chicks find their way to a cactus and jump and scramble into the upper branches to roost for the night.

 

169.365.2013 I love birthday parties! I've lost family and friends and because of that I think it's important to celebrate people while they are still here. It's even more fun to celebrate kids because they get to soak up all of that love and attention. This is Joon, and she turned 2; I love her nickname, "Joon Bug."

 

174.365.2013 This one draws me in with the warmth of the reds and oranges and the light on the hair. The only thing better than my daughter's art is the stories she tells about them!

 

179.365.2013 We traveled to northern California for a wedding at the end of the month for a close friend. His bride put together all of these great details like these banners that were strung between the trees at the wedding site. It just feels like summer.

 

180.365.2013 All dressed up for the wedding, bow-tie and all. Obviously I'm biased, but my little guy is so handsome! Part of me wishes the pacifier was not in the picture, but that wouldn't have been an accurate portrayal of him that day. It was hot, he was tired, and that pacifier helped keep the peace during the ceremony!


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Cedar Tree Montessori https://www.jillmcadoo.com/blog/2013/6/cedartreemontessori I had such a blast photographing the cute kids at Cedar Tree Montessori!

What a fun place to learn, play, and make friends.

 

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At home with the Vickermans https://www.jillmcadoo.com/blog/2013/5/at-home-with-the-vickermans Free petting zoo in the back yard.

 

Throwing rocks.

 

Story time.

 

The bonnet her mama wore as a baby.

 

Lots of giggles and smiles.

 

And one more.

 


For more.

 

 

 

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Apple Blossoms: 365 Project https://www.jillmcadoo.com/blog/2013/4/apple-blossoms-365-project This is the third year in a row I'm working on a 365 Project. So what is a 365? The idea is that you take a photo every day for a year. It could be of anything, anyone, anywhere, as long as you take a photo each day. These are the real life moments that we often overlook, take for granted, or just don't take the time to record.

A photo to remember when my daughter was obsessed with pushing a cart around the neighborhood:

 

Or how the big dog sleeps under the little dining room table, hoping for a few unnoticed treats to fall on the floor.

 

And how the little guy's tenacity to get into the dishwasher seemed like it would never fade.

 

But each year I always keep a close eye on the apple trees. Every year the weather and critters challenge the possibility of harvesting apples. Some years its a late frost, others it hail, or not enough rain. Other times its the birds or squirrels wreaking havoc. We love being able to preserve our own applesauce, dehydrate apple chips, and make other sweet treats. The conditions seem to be right about every 3-5 years to get apples. So it's a big deal in our house when the blossoms survive, the apples grow and ripen without any assaults, and we get to pick our own apples.

 

The apple tree is our own backyard calendar of how we move through the seasons and a reminder of the circular nature of life. Each year it finds its way into my 365, marking the changing of seasons, and bookmarking each chapter in our lives.

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