The Brandel Family

Who knew that winter would come to Minnesota in early October this year?? I sure didn't, and neither did the Brandel Family, but they were troopers anyhow as we hit the trails at the Westwood Hills Nature Center. The little ones kept warm in extra layers in between shots, until we found out that Mom was holding out on us -- she had the cutest winter accessories stashed away all along! I guess we had to pretend it was fall in at least some of the photos before bringing out the hats and mittens -- but aren't these kids just the cutest?? I just LOVE all of the hats and scarves and sweaters that we get to take out of the closet this time of year, but I do have to say: Dear Minnesota - Please let us take our time to enjoy the fall and the changing of the colors and the pumpkin pies before you throw the depths of winter at us. We don't wish for a foot of snow just yet. Thanks! :)

Hope you enjoy your preview, Brandel Family! Thanks for enduring the cold -- let's hope for warmer weather next time around!