Growing Interests

I think it can be assumed that what you, as a parent, are into your children will pick up too.  This isn't the rule of thumb, by no means, but it's kinds of likely.  Don't you think?


The boys idolize Matt.  Because really, he's a cool dude.  And plays with them, and teaches them, and is overall a great dad.

Matt loves to explore his interests, finding new ways to do things, and perfecting the things learned.  He loves photography, music, and the military.
Hence the 5 cameras we own, the large quantity of musical instruments, and his job.

I'm pretty much used to being Matt's guinea pig when it comes to exploring the camera.
I just do what I need to do, and Matt takes all the pictures.  This is not uncommon:

Slow shutter, zooming the lens back while taking the shot. 

Probably trying to figure out low-light stuff.
Or composition?  For the isn't that bad of shot!

It was only a matter of time till Isaac started to get interested in the camera!  Matt was willing to work with him for a bit, taking turns on the camera, then letting Isaac have free rein.  I have to say, I think Isaac has quite an eye.
(Matt took the ones of Isaac, but Isaac took everything else.)

Isaac's interesting in taking pictures has continued.  I love his outlook!  I forget what it's like to be a kid, and his pictures help a lot.

AND...
... One other thing:  Isaac is starting to want to get involved with Matt and music.  They even recorded a few songs together :)  Isaac isn't really willing to sing parts, but he like to add words and noises here and there.  Little baby steps!