Tuesday, October 18, 2011

time to shave

The other day Alec looked at Mason and told him he needed to shave.  Mason asked me if he could and I said, "Sure, go ahead."  Alec told him he would show him how. I grabbed my iPhone and followed them to take some pics, of course! 


All of you that have those little babies and toddlers, believe me, this happens faster than you think. They were two little boys playing with cars and trucks on the floor not too long ago and now they're shaving...






I love these photos even if they are kind of poor quality and I'm thankful that they are such good brothers to each other. 

They were taken with my old iPhone 3GS. I upgraded to the new iPhone last weekend.  The camera is much better on the 4S so maybe I'll start using it more. For those of you wondering if the upgrade is worth it, I must say the voice recognition is incredible! I may never type a text message again! I love how you can ask her to remind you about things throughout the day.  And you can ask her just about anything. If she doesn't know the answer, she'll send you to a google search to find out. And she actually understands you!





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  1. CourtneyOctober 18, 2011 at 9:10 AM

    I have 2 little boys, 8 & 5, & I can't imagine how strange it will be watching them shave for the first time one day! I hope my boys stay as close as your's are, as they are best friends & best brothers right now. :)

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  2. UnknownOctober 18, 2011 at 9:19 AM

    As a mother of boys, this is just so cute to me! And you are right, I was shocked when the shaving started at 13, instead of 16 like I was expecting. :)

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  3. AnonymousOctober 18, 2011 at 9:26 AM

    I don't have boys, but this is cute!

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  4. UnknownOctober 18, 2011 at 9:42 AM

    My "boys" are both in their mid-20s and each stand over 6 feet.
    So fast, so fast.

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  5. BrookeOctober 18, 2011 at 9:52 AM

    Oh my gosh.... I can't imagine the day when my boys will be doing this. It makes me want to weep!! sniff....

    Your new phone sounds AMAZING!!!!

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  6. EMilyOctober 18, 2011 at 10:03 AM

    awwww...that's sweet!

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  7. Kim StevensOctober 18, 2011 at 10:41 AM

    Giggle, giggle, being the mom of a 14 year old boy I'm loving this. Mine is so camera shy though that I don't know if he would let me do this or not . . . but I think I'll have a little while as there are no signs of needing to shave just yet! Thanks for sharing this Deb it's just so darn cute!!

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  8. EllieOctober 18, 2011 at 10:47 AM

    The years pass by way to quickly for me.
    It's great to see your children when they get on so well and want to look out for each other like your boys.
    My 3 girls are aged between 16 and 22 and I love it when they are so close - I almost feel left out lol. We must have done something right don't you think.

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  9. TexWisGirlOctober 18, 2011 at 10:57 AM

    oh my. how they grow up!

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  10. SusanOctober 18, 2011 at 10:57 AM

    I really hope my boys are as close as yours are...These are great captures. Have fun with your new phone!

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  11. tinajoOctober 18, 2011 at 11:34 AM

    Oh my goodness - must feel a little strange to see them do such grown men stuff! I guess mine will be there sooner than I´ll understand..! :-)

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  12. UnknownOctober 18, 2011 at 11:51 AM

    I am all weepy here, thinking of days to come ;) This is such an awesome memory to capture for them!

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  13. Ashley SiskOctober 18, 2011 at 12:25 PM

    All grown up! I remember my brother wanting to shave at 4. And when I started shaving, I remember walking outside and feeling so grown up.

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  14. shirleyOctober 18, 2011 at 12:56 PM

    I agree that they grow up way too fast. My 12 year old son is getting closer to that first real shave...
    I also upgraded my iPhone (from the 3G to the 4s) and I am LOVING the new camera and it is blazing fast.
    Awesome pictures and story.

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  15. KmcblackburnOctober 18, 2011 at 1:16 PM

    As the mom of a 26 year old son I can attest to how fast the time flies! Haha...can't believe they let you post the photos on your blog tho. Which begs me to ask...do they know???? :)

    Kathy

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  16. LeeshaOctober 18, 2011 at 1:45 PM

    What a great memory to capture... and the Iphone.. *sigh* Im still back in the stone age and don't have anything like that.. plus Verizon doesnt offer the Iphone or I would be tempted!! It sounds awesome!

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  17. Tamar SBOctober 18, 2011 at 2:23 PM

    What a sweet moment between brothers!!

    My sister just got the 4GS, she loves it. I have the 4 and have no time for new gadgets that can speak back to me (-:

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  18. SarahinSCOctober 18, 2011 at 2:30 PM

    Those are such sweet pictures! Sometimes just capturing the moment, regardless of the quality of camera, is what's important. Beautiful!

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  19. SusanOctober 18, 2011 at 2:43 PM

    Oh Deb, these truly are priceless!! I'm so glad you got them.

    Bittersweet to see...

    Your boys are just amazing. You are such a great mom.

    Love watching them grow up before my eyes too!

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  20. UnknownOctober 18, 2011 at 3:32 PM

    You're gonna make me cry with the whole "this happens faster than you think" business.

    Also? I need an iPhone 4. :)

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  21. FYHOctober 18, 2011 at 3:41 PM

    What a beautiful moment captured!

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  22. AnonymousOctober 18, 2011 at 4:19 PM

    awww such a cute capture!

    Husband has the iphone4 and im snatching it often to use the camera :P

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  23. PhotokismetOctober 18, 2011 at 7:15 PM

    This event, these photos - priceless!

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  24. TriciaOctober 18, 2011 at 7:22 PM

    I can't imagine! Very cute photos!

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  25. AnonymousOctober 18, 2011 at 7:29 PM

    I love this so much. I have the iPhone 4. I don't think I have the voice thing. You are making me want to upgrade but I have another year and a half before I can. ha ha.

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  26. Kristi {at} Live and Love...Out LoudOctober 18, 2011 at 8:03 PM

    Aw... I cried when my son shaved for the first time. These pics were so sweet and heartwarming. :)

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  27. BuckeroomamaOctober 18, 2011 at 8:34 PM

    Oh, this is so sweet of your older son to offer to teach his brother. I think I would be tearing up a bit when the time comes for J to do this. :)

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  28. OneOctober 18, 2011 at 9:26 PM

    It's good to see them so close. Touching too. My son is 14. May have to get him a shaver soon.

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  29. Karen @ Pieces of ContentmentOctober 18, 2011 at 10:34 PM

    How wonderful, brings tears to my eyes. Great that they let you take photos too.

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  30. LEADTOCHINAOctober 19, 2011 at 12:08 AM

    They are not old enough as the age i've imaged to shave, friendly indeed, and i don't have an iphone, so i don't quite understand why so many people are so crazy about it???? Tell me reason, if you may?

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  31. Betty ManousosOctober 19, 2011 at 4:59 AM

    it's amazing how quickly they grow up!

    such sweet photos, deb!

    have a great day!

    betty xo

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  32. Seeing Each DayOctober 19, 2011 at 5:50 AM

    How lovely that they shared this together - and that your older son initiated it - it must have been a slightly bittersweet but proud moment for you.

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  33. NancyOctober 19, 2011 at 7:05 AM

    Very cute! My two boys, now 30 and 27, are still close. :)

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  34. Secret Mom ThoughtsOctober 19, 2011 at 8:35 AM

    They grow up too fast. Very cute that they are so good to each other.

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  35. ShelOctober 19, 2011 at 9:50 AM

    I love this! It makes me wish my 14yr old wasn't an only child! Great pics and ones they (and you) will look back on and cherish!

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  36. KimOctober 19, 2011 at 10:04 AM

    They really are fantastic brothers! You guys are so blessed.
    That is cool about the phone, but kind of creepy at the same time. ;)

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  37. 4 Lettre WordsOctober 19, 2011 at 11:44 AM

    The post made me smile, Deb!

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  38. T.J.October 19, 2011 at 12:39 PM

    once again I love coming here Deb because these kind of posts give me a glimpse into my own future some day :) Thanks and happy fall to you!

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  39. TiffanyOctober 19, 2011 at 1:11 PM

    Your boys are such good sports...my 15 year old would not be very happy with me if I took pictures of him shaving.LOL:)

    Tiffany

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  40. say cheeseOctober 19, 2011 at 3:55 PM

    precious snapshots!

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  41. Gina KleinworthOctober 19, 2011 at 8:23 PM

    Oh boy- MILESTONES!!! Reminds me of when we had the discussion on deodorant :)I know shaving is next.

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  42. MeaganMusingOctober 19, 2011 at 11:19 PM

    I love this! I know it'll happen in our house soon and it makes me a little sad...

    I'm still using the 3Gs too, but I've ordered the 4S. I'm so excited about the camera upgrade!

    You'll have to post examples soon!

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  43. UnknownOctober 20, 2011 at 5:35 AM

    What a great moment Deb!

    And happy to hear about the camera upgrade, I have the 3 too and am while I thought I might wait a couple years before upgrading, I'm not sure I can wait that long!

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  44. Laura Delegal - Leroy PhotographyOctober 22, 2011 at 1:00 PM

    Sweet, wonderful capture--even with an iPhone :)

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  45. Sarah- Little Ark PhotographyNovember 10, 2011 at 2:37 PM

    1. i have 2 sons who are both toddlers. i hope upon hope that they are as good to each other as your boys seem to be.
    2. i love that you have decided your iPhone is a "she" and not an "it"

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  46. Unknown PersonJanuary 2, 2019 at 3:39 PM

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