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"Sometimes being a brother is even better than being a superhero."  ~Marc Brown

Mr. C now has a baby sister and wow does she dig him! His smiles and silliness makes her giggle and chatter back at him in such a sweet way. Darling Miss C (yes, they both are C's!)  truly adores her big brother! 

I have been photographing this family for the last three years and being able to watch their family grow has been such a privilege. Time certainly goes fast, everyone tells you that. Documenting their  milestones and the simple joys of life, like riding the swing at the park, is something that I do not take for granted. Each time a session like this ends, I just smile!

I am the bread of life.
Whoever comes to Me will never be hungry
and whoever believes in Me will never be thirsty.
John 6:35

When you see a guy reach for stars in the sky
You can bet that he's doing it for some doll.
When you spot a John waiting out in the rain
Chances are he's insane as only a John can be for a Jane.
When you meet a gent paying all kinds of rent
For a flat that could flatten the Taj Mahal.
Call it sad, call it funny.
But it's better than even money
That the guy's only doing it for some doll.
When you see a Joe saving have of his dough
You can bet there'll be mink in it for some doll.
When a bum buys wine like a bum can't afford
It's a cinch that the bum is under the thumb of some little broad.
When you meet a mug lately out of the jug
And he's still lifting platinum folderol
Call it hell, call it heaven
But it's probable twelve to seven
That the guy's only doing it for some doll.

When you see a sport and his cash has run short
Make a bet that he's banking it with some doll.
When a guy wears tails with the front gleaming white
Who the hell do you think he's tickling pink on Saturday night?
When a lazy slob takes a goody steady job,
And he smells from vitalis and barbasol.
Call it dumb, call it clever
Ah, but you can get odds forever
That the guy's only doing it for some doll
Some doll, some doll
The guy's only doing it for some doll!

Dancing In The Street
A Benefit Concert for Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS
Monday, April 30
Kimpton's Hotel Allegro, Chicago

"When you look at your life, the greatest happinesses are family happinesses."  ~Joyce Brothers

After many years of photographing this family, their oldest will be off to college later this summer. We have had many great sessions full of laughter and smiles. It is so exciting to see kids I have gotten to know grow up to be great teens and now adults with so much ahead of them. Wishing Mr. S the best at college and Miss G continued success in High School!

I should have had one more layer on for my breezy photowalk on Wednesday. The temps have sure dipped from our premature 80s a few weeks ago.

It is indeed cooler by the lake! Yet I couldn't help but dream of summer breezes and sailing from our new harbor...

How many more weeks?

Boys and their cars... they sure go hand in hand.

Being that I have four sons, there has never been a shortage of wheels, cars, trucks, and the copious accompanying sounds that go with each particular make and model in our household. Add the annual Cub Scout Pinewood Derby and there is an excitement in the air that lasts more than just one day. It is a day that makes lifelong memories. I used to feel that this was just for the dads and sons, but I no longer feel that way.

Saturday, I watched my 7th Pinewood Derby hosted by Pack 3000 and I stepped back to take it all in. The excitement, the camaraderie, the family pride, the love, and the friendly competition.

What I loved most, wasn't what car was the fastest... For me as a mom observer, it was the community, sons, dads, moms, siblings, extended family and friends spending their Saturday morning and afternoon together.

There is a sort of magic that happens when you combine, sawdust, paint, axles, and graphite!

Additional photo credit: ©Colin Boyle 2012 (Bottom 3 photos and graphite shot)

“April hath put a spirit of youth in everything. (Sonnet XCVIII)” - William Shakespeare

No fooling, April and Spring in all its glory has arrived. As I walked back from taking my boys to school today, I just had to capture the gorgeous blossoms that have continued to pop up all over the neighborhood. The early heat wave gave such energy to these blooms and now the more seasonable temperatures are allowing them to stick around.

What a treat! 

March means basketball to many, but to ABP it also means school fundraising season. This year was no different that years past, ABP worked with dedicated parent volunteers and teachers for months to make this years offering the best they could be.

Why we do what we do... look at those adorable kiddos!

Night of the Ball - Folks getting in the spirit of competitve giving!

Evening of the gala photos by Monty Ksycki for Amy Boyle Photography

These class projects were a part of the St. Clement Anchor Ball at the Aqua on 3/10/12. What a lovely gala and fantastic night for all that attended.

Here is a look back at the projects that ABP photographed for this years event.

PreKindergarten

Kindergarten

First Grade

Eighth Grade

It's that time of year - newly engaged couples are meeting with event planners, venues, and photographers to plan their perfect day.

Amy Boyle Photography was represented at an intimate bridal fair hosted by CS Brides and Mrs. Murphy's Irish Bistro on February 21st.

A lovely gathering in a fantastic venue - Check out the photos captured by JRB  for ABP.