Small Thing {Big Joy}
One of the things Crayton and I often mention is that we never, along with too many other things, took Ava to the movies. We are big movie-goers, it’s a weekly thing in our World but we thought she was a bit too young. We thought there’d be tomorrow.
For this reason we took Ivy to see Beverly Hills Chiuaua today. We picked an early session and were thrilled to get the theatre to ourselves. With popcorn and Malteasers in hand, she stared with the widest eyes, totally overwhelmed by the dark and the noise and the screen. We only got about half way before it all went horribly wrong and she demanded that we leave. She was done.
To dress her up, to be excited, to buy her that first movie ticket…all such huge gifts to Crayton and I and it wouldn’t have mattered if we’d walked in and straight back out again. We did it.
Grateful. Joyful. Blessed.
A couple of pics, taken in the dark. I’m amazed the camera even managed to focus, almost.
35 shared sentiments
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I am glad you got to feel all those things today. Such blessingsxx
Oh I am sorry Sheye that it ended too soon (and in demanding fashion) but that is too funny!!!!! Look out world for Miss Ivy!!
Take care
Meganxx
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So happy that you took Miss Ivy to the movies… even if it was short & sweet! it’s always doing those simple things that bring us so much joy!
much love to you & yours,
tanya xxxx
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It is the simplist pleasures sometimes isn’t it? I am so happy Ivy got to go to the movies and I agree one minute or thirty it is the doing that makes your heart sing Happy Songs.
Much Loves,
Dxxxx
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awwwww! so lovely – happy you got to do something you wanted to do
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Yeah for you! Try an animated movie next time. For some reason that seems to work better with my little ones. We are now thinking of taking our twin 3 year olds to Broadway to see The Little Mermaid. Princess mania rules our house and a recent trip to Disney World ( the magic was unbelievable) assured me that they are now ready to sit and watch a live performance – as long as it is Princess related. Sheye- you are amazing- I am happy that you had Big Joy!
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I am so glad you got to take her to the movies! I know Ava would be so happy to know Ivy got to go, even if it ended too soon. You even got pictures, how cool is that!
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hi, s:)
short but VERY sweet!!! ivy reminds me of me at the movies… half way through, i start getting a little antsy myself;b
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d
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That second picture says it all!!! My little one didn’t sit through her first movie either (Shrek 3) which wouldn’t have been so bad had there not been a full audience in the theatre. These are the memories we will never forget :-)
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It’s always the things we didn’t do that stick with us. I find myself making it a point to do things with Lil that I KNOW she’s still a little too young to do, just to make sure she has an opportunity to do them.
I LOVE that photo of Ivy! I’m sure Lil would do the same thing! :oP
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haha by the looks of the 2nd picture I say she enjoyed herself while it lasted.
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The experience and those photos are priceless! …but all I kept thinking after seeing the second shot was that I hope she wasn’t stuck to the floor!
:)
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Love those pictures. That first one is poster worthy for a theater advertisement! Abby is always more interested in the people in the theater than the actual movie. She also spends more time climbing over, across, etc. the chairs.
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good for you guys!
that’s awesome! GLAD YOU TOok pictures!
tara
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I love that even though you knew how it would end, you did it anyway….
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Did she fall, or just start rolling around :)
I was thinking along the lines of Karen, you will need to bathe her in disinfectant after being on that floor!love.
jbxo
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So beautiful!
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Oh my giddy aunt Sheye. These are such groovy photos. Too special!!
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Priceless x
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LOL at the second photo.
We attempted to take all four boys to a movie a few months ago.
It was Parkers first time. Being that he had only just turned 3 we didn’t know how he’d go. We saw speed racer and he was fine for about half an hour. After that Corey and I took turns walking in and out with him while the other boys watched it all. After 2 and a half hours we’d all had enough of the stupid movie and left to find Parker and dad having an in depth conversation. Parker had decided to kick and punch the life size cuttings of the actors.
Can’t tell you how quickly we left those bend and busted liefe looking people.
Glad you did it.!!
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Sorry I should have typed Kristen from Memories and Dreams as I see there are a few of us.
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Special story – lots of tears….
That is so lovely to cherish that trip Sheye. LOl that she only lasted part way!
Have a wonderful week.
Justine
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LOL! My daughter was 4 the first time she went and she did the same thing as Miss Ivy. She loved popcorn, not so sure about the movie :) I think those pictures of Ivy are just precious!
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My kids never last through a whole movies either. I usually just let them run wild down by the screen. That way I can watch them and the movie at the same time!
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She is way too cute, and the photos are beautiful. Beauty full moment.
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You really have the MOST beautiful children. Really, it’s unbelievable. Glad you got to experience the movies with your little one.
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beautiful moments- you help me to appreciate them all.even the little ones.like that one. sweet.
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oh sheye,
l am loving the evolve forum (in a not getting anything else done kind of way!) l think l need to get my husband to take my modem when he goes to work tomorrow!!
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Hi Sheye. When are you going to do another question/answer session (because you have so much time!) It’s such fun to learn more about you. We all love you! May I ask who is this singing on your blog? I like it.
Thanks
Christy
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I can answer that one Christy! It’s Lykke Li, and the song is called Dance, Dance, Dance. Lykke is fabulous, this has been my little motivational song for the last few weeks. Excellent choice, Sheye! :)
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every single time i read your words…my eyes just fill up and my heart just cracks. and i find myself brave-ing myself to even click on my bookmark to your page.
i think you’re wonderful. i’m just glad someone like you is walking around in the world.
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Sheye
I know that you have mentioned this previously but I have searched and searched through your archives and am unable to locate where…what dslr camera would you recommend for a beginner just wanting to see if it is something that she can take to and do one of your workshops next go around? :)Thank you!
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Miss you in here!!!
Tried to send you an e-mail, but there’s some error on the line, or your mail box is full???
Know your busy, and hope you’re fine!!Lots of kisses
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Hope everything is ok…it’s been a long time since you posted…miss you!!!
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Lycie, thank you for the song info! She is fabulous.
Christy
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I love seeing in frames, I love the beauty in the ordinary, I love my camera, I love that when I see images I hear too. I love the latelight, I love finding moments I didn’t imagine and I love creating moments I did. I love learning more every day, I love sharing what I’ve come to know, and I love making pictures pretty.
I’m so glad you stopped by. xx
I’m betting you and Crayton were reeeeaaaaalllyy upset that you didn’t get to see the end of that one….!!