"Spring" is our theme this week and Spring has officially sprung here in Texas. It's far too hot already, in my opinion, and I'm not looking forward to the long days of summer ahead. But while we have a few days of spring, I can't help but capture some of the best moments of the season.

Last weekend, the hubs and I went to the Hill Country to spend some time with my sister and her hubby. While we were there, we had a day out on my brother-in-law's dad's ranch. We all had a wonderful time being lazy, spending all day outside and eating way too much.

Spring flowers are popping up everywhere. How can you not love the Hill Country on Spring days?

Everyone who comes by the ranch brings their dog. Our family is very dog friendly and the ranch is a doggy heaven of sorts. The dogs just run around, chase each other, roll in dirt and jump in the tub. You can tell they love when they get to be "real" dogs out in the "wild."




In the afternoon, we headed down to the river and the kids decided to take the plunge into the still chilly waters. I was not that brave. I stayed safely behind my camera!


Of course, Spring sunsets in the Hill Country are gorgeous. There's nothing better than walking along a country road and taking in the sights as the sun falls below the tree line.



Now, please head on over to Heart of the West and see what Spring looks like through the lens of Carrie Hyche!

This week's theme for 52 Wednesdays was a little difficult for me. "Laughter" is harder to catch than you think! I thought I might have to sit this challenge out, but then I wonderful woman in my group suggested that I photograph something that makes me laugh.

Oh, that's easy. There are two personalities in my life that make me laugh on a daily basis:

My husband and our border collie, Killian. They are the biggest goofballs. Killian's "crazy eyes" cracks me up in this picture, not to mention that he looks like he broke his neck!



Silly boys. I can always count on them to make me laugh (and shake my head and roll my eyes!).

Please check out Tiffany Anderson's blog and her take on "Laughter."

This week's theme for 52 Wednesdays is "Close Up." And I just happened to shoot a close up of this darling and cheerful little boy. What a cutie!

Head on over to see Laurie Schultz's close up shot!

The first time I met Austyn was for her Christmas photo shoot in downtown Fort Worth. I quickly found out that Austyn is full of energy and loves to run! This time, we took some shots out in Southlake and this sweet little girl gave me a great workout as I chased her around like a mad woman with a camera! Check out this cute bundle of energy: