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- The Paulsons, carefully coordinated
This afternoon Justin and I drove down to Wisconsin Dells to meet up with some great friends from our college days. We only get to see Mark & Kerry and their two boys, Riley & Logan, about once a year, but we always enjoy it when we do. About 5 years ago we caught up with them in the Dells as well, and met at great restaurant, The Cheese Factory. When we agreed to meet there, we had no idea that the restaurant is, in fact, a vegetarian restaurant. We all found the food phenomenal and have always recommended it to anyone heading to the Dells. When Mark & Kerry mentioned they would be vacationing at a resort in the Dells this weekend, we all agreed a trip back to The Cheese Factory would be on the agenda. We connected with the fam at their resort, and then all headed over to the restaurant.
- Riley’s self portrait
The moment I took our camera out of my bag before the meal, Riley, age 5, was captivated, and expressed his desire to learn how to use it. With the strap securely around his neck, he snapped almost 200 photographs of everything and everyone around him. While his mom and dad may have been concerned with the safety of the camera, I was actually really looking forward to seeing our visit from his point of view.
- 5-year-old’s view of Justin
While there were plenty of “test” pictures, as he was figuring out the focus and shutter speed, there were a lot of really fun, neat photographs taken.
- Checking out the dessert offerings…
- This mother and son didn’t expect the paparazzi at dinner!
a cool shot of the out-of-order jukebox
Hard not to smile at an excited kid with a giant camera!
this is the lens cap. and some sweet bokeh action.
I love this picture of Logan!
Even Logan (Riley’s younger brother by 2 years) wanted to try (obviously!).
Riley's not too pleased that it is Logan's turn with the camera!
Seriously... a 3-year-old took this picture!!
As Justin downloaded the photos onto his laptop on the drive home, we were able to reflect on the chance we were able to have to catch up with this great family, as well as be a bit amazed at some of these fantastic memories – some more in focus than others.
playing on twisted old trees is much easier without a bulky camera in-hand!
...plotting how to get the camera out of MY hands, and back into his...
Jennifer
August 17, 2009 at 8:47 am
Fun pictures! Those kiddos can take great pictures too!
ps What kind of DSLR do you have? A DSLR is on my wish list.
Mark P
August 17, 2009 at 8:18 pm
Wonderful! Thanks Gaspers:)
Angie
August 18, 2009 at 10:13 am
Wonderful shots, Riley and Logan! I remember the Paulsons from Winona! Ah, back in the day! Glad to see you guys are good at keeping connected with old friends…and proud to be one of them!
I’m excited about your moving and business endeavor,too. I can’t wait to make my next visit to Point and check out all the action. By the way, are we still on for a visit to the area this fall? Dates?