• SimplyHollyJo

    • Styled Bike Shoot | Spring Hill, Kansas

      by SimplyHollyJo on September 13, 2019 , No Comments

      I love styled shoots. I enjoy dreaming them up and then seeing how the reality comes together. This session was inspired by a bike. A simple teal bike. I was visiting my in-laws when I noticed my sister-in-law’s bike in the garage. It’s vintage looking and in her current favorite color: Teal. It sat in my mind for a few days until I dreamt up a bike themed photoshoot and told my sister-in-law to be ready for photos! As usual, she was game. We didn’t get to spend a lot of time on the shoot because time had gotten away […]

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    • Struggles of the Introvert Mom | #MotherhoodMonday

      by SimplyHollyJo on September 9, 2019 , No Comments

      Hi, I’m Holly. I am an introvert mom. We all have our own struggles in life, and motherhood, but today I’m going to share some of the top things that I often struggle with as an introvert mother. Lack of Alone Time Introverts, by nature, recharge through alone time. That doesn’t mean we don’t like people, we just need alone time to recharge. As a mom you don’t get very much alone time. I spend my days as a SAHM feeding, playing with, driving, feeding again, and deep breathing with my kids. Any time I have without the kids is […]

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    • Hot Air Balloon Back to School Photos | Spring Hill, Kansas

      by SimplyHollyJo on September 6, 2019 , No Comments

      This week we did back to school photos with a hot air balloon theme. But first, let me tell you a little about why! As an aspiring homeschooler, homeschooling is on my mind, A LOT. I have poured over information practically since my first was born 4 years ago, because I like to be prepared. Just like when I researched EVERYTHING about pregnancy and delivery for years before even trying to get pregnant. Yep, I’m THAT lady. ANYWAY! Back on point. I have looked over numerous homeschooling curriculums and methods over the years and I have always loved the idea […]

      Homeschool, Photography
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    • Toddler in Mom’s Wedding Dress | Olathe, Kansas

      by SimplyHollyJo on September 2, 2019 , No Comments

      I had heard over the years of photo shoots with daughters in their Mom’s wedding dress as kids. I probably found it through Pinterest when I was trying to figure out what to do with my own dress! Alas, I have boys. Though I do think they would have fun trying to climb in and out of my poufy dress! When this mama asked about a shoot of her girls in her own wedding dress, I was very game to try! We planned it out, got super excited, and then got rained out. Then it rained for years on end. […]

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    • TinkerActive Workbooks for Kindergarten | A Review

      by SimplyHollyJo on August 26, 2019 , No Comments

      Recently, I was chosen to test out workbooks by TinkerActive . I received the K-2nd books for math and science and have been using them with my 4 year old (the Kindergarten ones). He’s really preschool age, but I thought we could still learn a lot AND have some fun! So below is my experience and thoughts on these particular workbook. First of all, here’s a good description of the workbooks from the website: Each workbook starts with interactive and entertaining exercises that cover the essential math, science, and problem-solving skills. Then, apply what you’ve learned with exciting hands-on tinkering, making, […]

      Homeschool, Kids, Recommendations + Reviews
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    • What to Expect From Your Family Session

      by SimplyHollyJo on August 19, 2019 , No Comments

      Many people aren’t completely sure what to expect during a family session. They might be meeting me for the first time, or maybe they are worried about weather, or hyper kids. There are so many possibilities. Today I’m going to share some things that I do during sessions, and things that I know will happen and that you don’t need to worry about! Family Dynamic When I first meet a family I’m already trying to figure out what makes them, well, them. Not all “poses” and styles work for each group, and I have to kind of get a feel […]

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    • Evenflo Pivot Xplore All-Terrain Wagon Stroller Review

      by SimplyHollyJo on August 13, 2019 , 7 Comments

      I was lucky to be chosen as a WeeSpring Parent Panel member years ago when my first was just born. I have thoroughly enjoyed the few programs that I have been able to participate in, and today I’m happy to share a review on the new Pivot Xplore All-Terrain Wagon Stroller from Evenflo. First thing’s first… Is it a Stroller, or a Wagon? It’s BOTH! For the last year or so I’ve been noticing the “stroller wagons” popping up here and there. I thought they were great inventions. The boys love wagons. I also love that you can use them […]

      Gadgets + Gizmos, Kids, Motherhood, Recommendations + Reviews
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