Mamas, Don't Let Your Babies Grow Up To Be Jpegs!

What is the first thing you want to do when you hear great news, when you get engaged, when your child does something amazing, or you just won the lottery?

You share the news with the people that are important to you.

Life’s experiences means so much more when you get to relive them by telling your family and friends.

Sharing photographs are the same way. Whether they are your vacation photographs or wedding photographs. Whether they are of your children or your dog. Being able to let other people into our lives by showing them our photographs has been a way to communicate for over 100 years.

Recently, however, photographs have been stuck on computers, left and forgotten. Digital cameras are a wonderful way to get instant gratification with seeing your images. And the computer is great at keeping them all organized. Facebook is even nice to let others see what you are doing. But, computers crash, facebook shrinks your images and technology changes.

If you are not getting your photographs off your computer, you are missing the chance to enjoy them again as you share them with others. You are missing the chance to pass them down to future generations and preserve a bit of history.

Make a scrapbook of your vacation, a photo baby book or create a family album. Put your photographs in a digital frame, group some small photographs together in frames to put on a shelf or enlarge them and hang them on the wall.

And make sure to preserve them for your children to enjoy years from now.

Extended Dates!

As a local small business, our family counts on and appreciates your patronage! Thank you for supporting us during these challenging times-

we wouldn't be here without you!

And, as friends, we ask for your continued support.

Please call to set up your special session and pass this great offer on to a friend!

Spring Special - Folio and Treasure Box

Book your special session at
Appleby Photography now
Grab those fancy new spring clothes and
call or e-mail to reserve your time!
We are excited to extend this offer
for the following weekends:
March 27 & 28
April 3
April 10 & 11
weekday openings also available until 4-9-10

Spring Special includes the session and precious gifts!

Option 1: Session & Cherish Folio (includes 2-5x7's) $69 ($300 value)

Option 2: Session, Cherish Folio & Treasure Box $179 ($530 value)

Moms will love a Keepsake necklace for Mother's Day!

Call us now to reserve your spot!

We are unable to accept gift certificates for these special sessions.

You Are What You Eat

My friend Tisha was raving about a cupcake bakery in Middleton called Bloom Bake Shop. Not needing too much of an excuse to eat chocolate baked goods, I decided we needed to check it out.

If you are concerned about what you eat and what you feed your family, you will love that this bakery uses organic ingredients, and even offers some vegan and gluten free options. I was pleased to find out that this local shop supports other local businesses, too.

The owner, Annemarie, was friendly as she greeted us when we walked in. She explained the offerings, and even shared photos of her kids. My kids were thrilled to select from the flavors of cupcakes: vanilla, chocolate, oreo, peanut butter, espresso- okay, I chose the espresso, but you get the idea! We now know that you need to arrive early for the best selection- I had heard rumors of brownies that were no where in sight when we arrived shortly before dinnertime. I guess that means we'll have to go again!

When you go, know that they are open Thursday through Saturday, 11am -7pm. They are at 1834 Parmenter St in Middleton. And do try that espresso cupcake!

Flip for Satara

I'm happy to share that Satara carries the Flip cloth diaper system! These are not on their website- they really have a LOT more baby stuff in their store!

I mentioned before that I like to use the disposable inserts designed for the Flip waterproof covers in my Thirsties covers. These are like using a disposable diaper liner that can be tossed, without as much waste as using a regular disposable diaper because you are reusing the cover. This makes using cloth away from home so much easier, as you do not have to carry the soiled cloth back home with you- which is especially not fun on long trips. Also, if you are STILL on the fence about cloth, the Flip system with the disposable inserts would be a good way to get your feet wet!

A Natural Baby is a Happy Baby!

I love local businesses. And I love stores that promote being good to the earth. And I LOVE baby and children stores. With Satara, you get all three!

Satara, Inc, has been offering products for the home and family that promote health and reduce environmental impact since 1995. In their Baby Store, they have everything you need for baby's first year, including organic crib mattresses, organic baby bedding, organic baby clothes and safe baby toys.

They are having a Baby Shower this Sunday to help expectant parents create a natural, organic nursery, and well as offering a lot of advice on topics for new parents.

From their facebook fan page:

Our first Baby Shower of 2010 is coming up soon! It's for anyone expecting a child or hoping to expect a child, and of course grandparents are more than welcome too.

Here are the details:
SUNDAY, MARCH 21
11am to 1pm
5621 Odana Rd (one block west of Whitney Way)
Please RSVP at 608.251.4905

We'll discuss how to create a natural nursery, including organic bedding and clothing, baby carriers, safe plastic bottles, and natural bath products, plus a whole lot more. Refreshments will be served, and every family will receive a gift bag. We'll have a drawing for prizes, including a grand prize Satara gift certificate.

We are excited to be included in their shower prize drawing, so RSVP and plan on attending!

Summer with MSCR

I can't believe how quickly the classes with MSCR fill up!

Madison School & Community Recreation (MSCR) is the public recreation provider for the residents of Madison (within the boundaries of the Madison Metropolitan School District). They offer a variety of programs and services for all ages, including swimming, soccer, tennis, dance, and art, along with camps for children.

Registration for summer classes and camps just began yesterday, and already some classes are filled. I'm glad I didn't wait to get my girls signed up!

Cherish Folio and Treasure Box

2 Weekends Only

March 20 & 21

March 27 & 28

limited weekday openings also available 3-20-10 to 4-2-10

Spring Special includes the session and precious gifts!

Option 1: Session & Cherish Folio $69

Option 2: Session, Cherish Folio & Treasure Box $179

Call today to reserve your spot!

Special Spring Portrait Event Details!

We are unable to accept gift certificates for these special sessions.

Special Spring Portrait Event!

There are only 4 weeks until Easter-

book your special session now and start shopping for spring!

Family & Children spots fill quickly-

Call or E-mail to reserve your time!

2 Weekends Only

March 20 & 21

March 27 & 28

limited weekday openings also available 3-20-10 to 4-2-10

Spring Special includes the session and precious gifts!

Option 1: Session & Cherish Folio $69

Option 2: Session, Cherish Folio

& Treasure Box $179

We are unable to accept gift certificates for these special sessions.

Spring!

I can feel it- spring is almost here! I love this weather, where it's 40 degrees and a foot of snow is still on the ground, but suddenly everyone feels they no longer need a coat. I left mine at home today. Did you?

Have you bought a new Easter outfit? Now is the perfect time to start shopping for new spring clothes!

"Appleby Photography Family" - For Past Wedding Clients

We have started sending the Welcome packets to all of our past brides and grooms, detailing the Appleby Photography Family membership. This is a free program which offers perks to couples that had their wedding photographed by Appleby Photography, including free sessions and discounts on portraits. If you have not received your packet, please call or e-mail us!

And, welcome to the family!