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As someone who was the only child in the family, I had always thought that having a few brothers would make my life way more fun. Sara Easter, a photographer from Arlington, Texas, has been documenting the everyday life of her three sons (4,7, and 9), and her photo series only support my childhood fantasy. Of course, what is "fun" to a kid, often means something else to those raising kids.

"At this point, the boys are pretty immune to my picture taking," Easter told Bored Panda. "I photograph them almost daily so they hardly even notice me doing it anymore. It's just a thing [their] mom does."

"I started taking pictures of my little kids for the same reasons every parent does. I just wanted to remember what they were like," Sara said. "I gave up taking posed pictures of my boys pretty quick for that same reason. I didn't always see who they really were in those staged photos (although I do very much value portraits and love to have those as well). I wanted interesting photos of them doing what they normally do, being themselves because that is what I really want to remember."

Seeing how quickly her kids change really motivates Sara to continue this beautiful photo series. "I'll look at photos from a year ago and not only will my kids look different but their toys, rooms, activities, and mannerisms will have changed. I'm constantly trying to catch who they are before they change again." A well documented and accurate portrayal of their childhood is what the mom constantly strives for. "I want them to have something of themselves to share with their kids and grandkids. But most importantly I want them to be able to see themselves how I see them through these photos. They are wild, creative, funny, kind, loving, generous, silly, and smart. I hope they can see all of that reflected through the way I photograph them."

More info: saralizphoto.com | Facebook | Instagram (h/t popsugar)

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6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

while it looks cute as all get-out, what you don't hear is the older brother threatening the younger brother...lol, been there, done that!

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6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I hope this is dirt because my friend's kid did this with poop. she didnt know where to start with cleaning him, she was abit consoled that it was his own poop....I think i would dig a hole in the yard put him in and hose him from there to avoid poop getting everywhere.

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6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Looks like the kid on the right is about to release a retaliatory stream... from lower.

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6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Amount of fun is proportional to amount of mud on your apparel ... that is boy math

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6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Yet another wonderful enjoyment my husband and I carried over to adulthood. I bought him bubbles for his birthday last year. The kind for kids and the kind in a champagne bottle. The beauty of being old enough to appreciate both ;)

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6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

My personal favorite childhood spot to hide in hide-and-seek... my brothers couldn't fit but I could! Was great until the one time they forgot they hadn't found me yet, left me in a basement cabinet, and went to get popsicles...

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6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

trying to crush the elder sibling, my brother would do this to me all the time.

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6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

You might consider promoting this picture to the kayak company. If they were smart, they would use this in their advertising campaign. It is a great shot and sends a fantastic message. You have fabulous talent (and cute, cute kids too!) Good for you all the way around :) :)

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6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Wait. Why is it ok to take a picture of a kod that poops and pees but not a grownup?

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6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The absolute epitome of the 4th of July, hot summertime fun in any town! Nice!

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6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This is the kid from previous picture, when I saw him i had same solution in my head 😁

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6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Nobody wants presents. The box. Everybody wants THE BOX.

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6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Once we learn the rules in the library, it becomes our favorite hour on Friday afternoon. 4 books each for the week!

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6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Yeah... so Santa ran out of reindeers... and there was an abundance of elves... one thing led to another... Ho ho ho..?

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6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Though I am hardly successful in catching fish.. I love going fishing when I am in my hometown.. Memories

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6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I used to play with toy guns, water guns, toy swords, etc. Nothing wrong with it as long as you teach your children that the real thing is dangerous and you take care of your child's mental health as well. It's all good fun when you're young.

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