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Let’s Try this Again!

I know I kept my Aruba post short and sweet last week, but in case you couldn’t tell by the photos, we had a wonderful time! I’ll be the first to admit that I was a little nervous about going on vacation with such a large group. Even though there were certainly moments of chaos, […]

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June 6, 2012 - 8:32 am

Emily - That last picture is fabulous. Looks like you all posed but didn’t. It’s a keeper for sure.

June 6, 2012 - 8:34 am

Irma - Love them, great job

June 6, 2012 - 9:13 am

Keeley @ My Life on a Plate - It would be even crazier with my family! I like that you can see the personalities in these photos… they are perfect!

June 6, 2012 - 9:47 am

Life with Kaishon - What a beautiful, beautiful family.
I love these images Maddy! Love. Love. LOVE! : )
Laughed about the 2.5 hours late!

June 6, 2012 - 10:52 am

Sarah - Dodeline Design - Oh how funny Maddy! I love Ms. Yellow Dress — she is all about posing isn’t she? :-)

June 6, 2012 - 11:55 am

mindy - I think they look wonderful!!! the one of you and Kleber is so nice…thats a keeper and frame-worthy ;)

June 6, 2012 - 12:24 pm

Pris - Lololol….love them!!!! The colors look amazing ; ) So who cares that some were late…(cough, cough) Vanessa…AGAIN…lmao…you got great shots!!! Xoxoxo

June 6, 2012 - 2:48 pm

Sabine - Wonderful! You definitely made the very best of the light – the pictures conditions- the pictures are full of light and joy.

June 6, 2012 - 2:49 pm

Sabine - Oops, somehow there’s a double pictures in there… I wanted to say:
Wonderful! You definitely made the very best of the light conditions – the pictures are full of light and joy.

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June 6, 2012 - 5:20 pm

Kristin - So jealous! And you sure captured some gorgeous shots!

June 7, 2012 - 1:52 am

yummychunklet - Cute photos!

June 7, 2012 - 7:33 am

Amy - While it may not have been pure bliss . . . it sure looks it! What great family photos . . . it’s amazing you got such a good one of the whole family, when you were running late, and had so many people–wee ones, too!

June 7, 2012 - 7:43 am

Sandy - Excellent pictures! U all look great!

June 7, 2012 - 8:24 am

Jacquie - Beautiful pictures an beautiful people Maddy! As always u took great pictures! Love bella’s pose, Lol.

June 7, 2012 - 7:49 pm

Camila Faria - Oh, WOW, that last picture blew my mind. Sooo beautiful! You have a lovely family Maddy!

June 8, 2012 - 9:17 am

thestripedelephant - These are so pretty, and I love all the bright colors!

June 9, 2012 - 12:05 pm

Angelia Sims - These are soooo sweet! You and hubby are just gorgeous!

June 10, 2012 - 9:54 pm

Audrey Allure - Stunning photos! Sounded like an incredible time :)

June 11, 2012 - 4:27 pm

Tiera - This is SO great! You have such a beautiful family :)

June 12, 2012 - 12:46 pm

Nadette@Eat, Read, Rant! - You are certainly a brave soul for vacationing in such a large group, especially with the little ones, but at least you knew there was going to be chaos. Your family is absolutely gorgeous!

June 13, 2012 - 3:04 am

lou - i loved all the photos. you’re family looks sooo happy at such a beautiful place. the kids are adorable and you really made me want to go there too once. aruba must be stunning!!

June 18, 2012 - 2:26 pm

The Guilty Hyena - What great shots and a beautiful family! I love the vibrant colors against the beach backdrop.

Aruba: a family affair…

11 adults + 4 kids + 1 van + 6 beautiful days =  a trip to remember!

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June 1, 2012 - 7:24 am

Keeley @ My Life on a Plate - Wow! I need to get to Aruba. We love the beach!

June 1, 2012 - 7:51 am

Amy - Love it! Thanks for taking us along for the adventure {without having to put up with us in the van :)} . . .

June 1, 2012 - 7:54 am

Maddy {Mad Hearts Photography} - Lol! Trust me, that van was utter chaos! ;)

June 1, 2012 - 9:01 am

Sarah - How beautiful! It looks like you had an amazing time!

June 1, 2012 - 9:07 am

yummychunklet - Fun!

June 1, 2012 - 9:54 am

thestripedelephant - Umm…jealous! Looks awesome, and what great pics! I love that last one especially.

June 1, 2012 - 10:18 am

Life with Kaishon - Some kind of wonderful!

June 1, 2012 - 10:23 am

Gloria - What a fun vacay! The water looks BEAUTIFUL – I can’t way to go back one day!

June 1, 2012 - 10:48 am

Emily - What an amazing trip!! Everyone looks like they are having a blast. Not to mention could you get another person in that van. Would have loved to see you try :)

June 1, 2012 - 11:43 am

Mindy - love everything about this.

June 1, 2012 - 12:14 pm

Nadette@Eat, Read, Rant! - What a beautiful vacation. I don’t know how you do it with the whole family, but it looks like an amazing time!

June 1, 2012 - 5:22 pm

katherine - Maddy, this are amazing.

June 18, 2012 - 2:34 pm

The Guilty Hyena - A fantastic way to preserve the memories. Good to see that you can still keep up with photographing while being on a family trip. I love shooting but when I am in such trips I get so lazy.

Focus.

“Life is like a camera, just focus on what’s important and capture the good times, develop from the negatives and if things don’t work out, just take another shot.” I’ve seen this quote floating around the web and I’ve just had to share. FOCUS…gosh! I wish it were that easy. I’ve been home from our […]

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May 25, 2012 - 12:35 pm

Life with Kaishon - She is so beautiful! You are busy, busy, busy Maddy! Love this picture. Magically beautiful. Happy weekend friend!

May 26, 2012 - 4:27 pm

yummychunklet - Wonderful photo!

May 27, 2012 - 3:11 pm

Sabine - That’s a great quote and a beautiful picture, Maddy. Life’s so busy, it’s hard to stay focussed sometimes.

May 28, 2012 - 3:24 pm

Sarah - Dodeline Design - She is incredibly beautiful! Look at that determination on her face…that girl is going places ;-) So glad you’re home safe!

May 28, 2012 - 3:33 pm

The Guilty Hyena - No rest for the wicked , we await with baited breath ;) her hair is gorgeous !

May 29, 2012 - 9:53 am

Amy - Adorable picture of little miss (I’m with Sarah) . . . and great quote!

May 29, 2012 - 11:04 am

Mindy - love the emotion in her face…great capture. cant wait to see pics of Aruba! have a great week :)

May 29, 2012 - 11:29 am

Gloria - I haven’t heard this quote before – love it!

May 29, 2012 - 10:28 pm

FASHION TALES - Yes, such a good quote and beautiful image! :)
/Madison

May 29, 2012 - 10:39 pm

Elly @ Caribbean Living - Wow, an incredible quote and an incredible photo! Looking forward to seeing more of your holiday pics!

May 30, 2012 - 10:03 am

thestripedelephant - I love this quote, and everything about that photo is gorgeous. It’s hard to focus on a normal day, but right after vacation, forget it! Haha. Glad you had a nice trip.

May 30, 2012 - 12:29 pm

Nadette@Eat, Read, Rant! - Who is this gorgeous child?! This photo literally took my breath away! I feel you on the struggle to focus, it’s been a recurring theme/conflict my whole life. But I know you’ve got what it takes, and you definitely have the talent. I can’t wait to see what the future holds for you.