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June 25, 2008
Normally I don’t start work on our Easter special in June. Unfortunate events, though, are forcing me to plan much earlier than usual.
Those of you who have followed the blog remember our highs and lows with last Spring’s ducks. If you haven’t heard the background, search the blog archive in February and March to read about our adventures.
We enjoyed a great Easter season of ducks and kids and photos!
I thought it would be simple for next Easter: I call the ducks [after all, I live in Arkansas--the duck-calling capital of the world!!!], we schedule the event, and everyone is happy. Sadly, it’s just not that simple.
The ducks have hired lawyers. And an agent. Worse still . . . the agent . . . is a guinea!!! [if you read the old blogs, you'll remember the problems I've had with guineas. Sorry, tick-eating fowl!]
It seems that the rousing success of last Spring’s event inspired the ducks to hire representation. Now the ducks are making demands. Some of the demands are especially . . . demanding. I don’t know that I’ll be able to provide a penthouse suite for the ducks to inhabit, and it would be tough to grant time & a half pay for each hour past 4 hours per day! Who knew that a duck needed–or WANTED–a daily pedicure?!
I’ve entered the formal negotiation process with the ducks, and hope to reach an understanding before Springtime. Just in case, though, I am exploring all options. God has created an abundance of beautiful creatures . . . why do I need to consider only bunnies or lambs or ducks for Easter portraits?! Each month until next Spring, I’ll be introducing our possible animal candidates. Luckily, I’m in Florida right now, so I’m able to interview species that are unique to this area.
Aside from being awfully tasty on the grill, the Red Snapper is a mighty helpful fish. When I first advertised my need for an Easter-Animal, the Red Snapper immediately volunteered. I’ve taken the liberty of creating a few images, and now I need your help. I want just the perfect look for Easter portraits. As I post a new image, I’d appreciate any feedback. Help me find the perfect Easter animal, just in case the ducks and I cannot come to an agreement.
[Again: regular followers of the blog will recognize the handsome little dude in the images]
Horaayy..there are 3 comment(s) for me so far ;)
This is TOO funny! Matthew is going to love these (being an avid fisher). I think the last one would work perfectly
Bill,
You are a funny, funny man!!!
Umm fish, Bill….
Love you mean it!!!
Tasi
I told Avery that you had a new idea for Easter Portraits and showed her this blog post…Avery wants me to let you know that she prefers ducks. She said, “I will not have my picture taken with that stinky ole fish!”
Thought you might like her input.
Alana