an early christmas

We live on a pretty tight budget. I knew that we'd have to when Drew decided to go back to school. (not that we were really living it up on a teachers salary before) Having said that we've also been able to buy some of the nicest things that we've ever had. We have to save, but when you're marking where every penny is going you can also see exactly what kind of surplus you have. We've been combining our surplus with the money that I made over the summer. (I watched my friends little girl for a few months.) I've wanted a nice camera for a while now and on 11/10 it arrived! After a lot of research we decided to stick with cannon. I found a deal online for the cannon xsi w/ the basic lens and a 55-250 mm lens. It wasn't cheap, but the lens was a fraction of the price it would have been separately. I talked Drew into ordering it a little before we had intended. It was a good price and who knows how long "Internet specials" will last. I've been having a lot of fun with my Christmas present.

I think this picture captures Molly and Gabe perfectly.

I have a TON of pictures. I've been experimenting and having a good time. Most of my pictures have been of Molly. She's much more cooperative... In the end I have a lot to learn, but I'm super excited.