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Sugar Lump Studios

Art by Nancy Maxwell James

{Mama’s Precious Gift}

July 28, 2007


Ian, Andrew and Allison


Ian and Andrew

While Andrew was on leave two weeks ago – I was able to coordinate getting three siblings together for a portrait.

We did this without an appointment (No No Bad Mom)and the photographer squeezed us inbetween bookings because it was the only time the kids had before Andrew went back. The last portrait I had taken of the three together was in November 1997 – and this recent shoot was no different (whining, a little bickering, and some eye-rolling).

I told them I did not care what they wore – I even can smile at my daughter’s blond/pink/and blue hair because their photo’s are the greatest gift they could have given their Mama. :)


Ian


Andrew


Alli

Thank you for your thoughts and prayers…
Andrew received the results from his MRI – no brain tumor, most likely a hereditary trait of hearing loss (I suffer from inner ear problems and some hearing loss – his Dad has 30%-40% in his ears)….so the diagnosis is to stay away from loud music…
and if the hearing loss continues he will have to leave the Army. He is still scheduled to deploy in September.

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About Sugar Lump Studios

I am a dabbler. I love to create using all sorts of mediums...pattern papers, stamping, fabric, assemblage, collage, altered art, a never ending smattering of whatever strikes my fancy in whimsical moments. I find creating allows my soul to be fulfilled and love to spend hours in the studio.

Comments

  1. Julie

    July 28, 2007 at 6:22 pm

    These pictures are great, Nancy!

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  2. Debbi (no 'e' on the end)

    July 28, 2007 at 6:59 pm

    Wonderful photo's ….so glad that the news for Andrew is good. Please give him our best wishes & thank him for his service!

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  3. Louise (KardKrazy)

    July 28, 2007 at 7:56 pm

    Such good news about your son's good test results. They are all such good (and fun)looking young folk.

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  4. Emilia

    July 28, 2007 at 9:40 pm

    Isn't it? Mom is so proud of the kids! You have the gorgeous boys and beautiful girl! You must be very proud of them.

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  5. Godelieve

    July 29, 2007 at 1:24 am

    Beautiful photos Nancy!

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  6. Jennifer

    July 29, 2007 at 3:12 am

    Nancy your family is beautiful! Thank you for sharing the loves of your life.

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  7. Deborah March

    July 29, 2007 at 6:41 am

    Aaaawww, what WONDERFUL photos of your blessings!

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  8. Wife2TJ

    July 29, 2007 at 6:44 am

    What wonderful photographs! You have a beautiful family!

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  9. Gillian

    July 29, 2007 at 7:12 am

    Lovely to see all your family pics, relieved to hear Andrew has had good news from the hospital, best wishes to you all :)

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  10. Mary-Beth

    July 29, 2007 at 8:34 am

    Nancy, these are wonderful pics of the kids and well worth any whining, I'm sure.

    Glad too hear the good news about Andrew's MRI and keeping him in my thoughts.

    ((((Hugs))))

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  11. Gillian

    July 29, 2007 at 4:22 pm

    Oh they are such Beautiful looking cherubs Nancy! wonderful to have

    I'm so sorry you've had concerns over Andrews health, but so pleased for you all that the news is good!

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  12. Jedi Sue

    July 29, 2007 at 5:09 pm

    you have beautiful children!! i'm so glad the test results were good!

    and… i LOVE the multi-colored hair. it's so FUN and CHEERY!!! i color my hair, too. sometimes it's blonde, sometimes it's brown. so creative :)

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  13. lindaharre

    July 29, 2007 at 8:14 pm

    What beautiful kids……nothing like them:D So glad to hear that your son only has a hearing loss…..wow…… maybe you will have him home before you know it:D Love the photos:)

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  14. Patti

    July 30, 2007 at 1:09 am

    Oh My Gosh!
    What beautiful children you have! Wow!
    Thank your Andrew for his service! God Bless him.

    I have nominated you for a Rockin Girl Blogger Award.

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  15. Hazel

    July 30, 2007 at 6:07 am

    What lovely photos! I love your daughter's hair! I'm really glad to hear your son is OK, too.

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  16. Chris

    July 30, 2007 at 10:18 am

    Aaaaw what a beautiful family you have Nancy… the photos were well worth waiting for. Such lovely memories to treasure.
    Love your daughters funky hairstyle, she suits it well and the boys are both so handsome!!
    Thanks for sharing with us :)

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  17. Hermine

    July 31, 2007 at 5:32 am

    Gorgeous pictures of your gorgeous children. I LOVE your daughters hair :o)

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  18. Lisa Renéa

    July 31, 2007 at 7:59 am

    Nancy, the pics are just adorable!
    Glad to hear Andrew's results were good ones. Thanks again for your family's service to our country.

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  19. Stacy

    July 31, 2007 at 8:47 am

    Nancy your children are beautiful! :) I bet it was so nice to be able to get everyone together.

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  20. Chris

    July 31, 2007 at 9:47 am

    Nancy I have nominated you for A Rockin' girl blogger award… pop by my blog to get the badge :)

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  21. Cris

    July 31, 2007 at 11:13 am

    Nancy, I'm just checking in — first of all, these pictures are great!! You've got a good looking crew there! So nice that Andrew was home for a visit. I know how much that must have meant to you. And I am sorry I didn't know what was going on with his hearing loss. I can't tell you how relieved I am to hear everything is fine. Thank God…I'm looking at these pics again and they just melt my heart!! I promise to keep in touch. Love your recent art in Somerset Memories and Somerset Studio. xoxo,

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  22. Aunt T

    August 1, 2007 at 3:43 am

    Nancy – your pictures are unbelievable. You should be very proud of your beautiful family. Good news about your son.

    Teresa

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  23. Mimi

    August 1, 2007 at 10:59 am

    Great photos!

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  24. deb

    August 1, 2007 at 1:45 pm

    What wonderful photos.

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  25. Laurie and Chris

    August 1, 2007 at 4:55 pm

    The photos are great!!

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  26. audrey h.

    August 2, 2007 at 1:30 pm

    Awesome pics and great news about Andrew.

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  27. Sandy

    August 3, 2007 at 5:33 pm

    What beautiful kids you have! And having them all together again had to be special. Glad for the good news in the medical report!

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  28. kathywas

    August 9, 2007 at 1:19 pm

    You have such a beautiful family, Nancy. They must take after you!

    Reply

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