First of all I have to apologize for being MIA for so long. I realised that I have not updated my blog since the beginning of December but I have been so busy with sessions, newborn babies and new album designs. I have more or less caught up now and can't wait to post some of my very recent work – you just need a little more patience

But hey – It's the 29th of February today – Leap Day!

The one day of the year on which, traditionally, women can propose to men. It was considered that as the day also had no legal status, it was reasonable to assume that tradition had no status, so women took advantage of this and proposed to the man they wanted to marry.
A law once existed in Scotland forbidding a man to refuse a proposal made to him. Punishment for such an offence was a large fine.

This tradition goes back to an old Irish legend concerning St. Patrick and St. Bridget in the 5th Century. In the 5th century, a nun by the name of St. Bridget, petitioned St. Patrick on behalf of all women in that they have a more active role in choosing their husbands.
As a result of this request, women were allowed to propose to men once every four years.

So, were are the ladies who are planning on proposing to their boyfriends today? Tell me your plans! Have you proposed to your Love on previous leap years? Share your story!

As well as all those lovely soon to be married couples out there – Happy Birthday to all the babies born today. If your baby will be born here in Pembrokeshire today – leave a message for me in the comments and you might be in the winning for a newborn session with me.

And because I just can't make a post without a picture – here is one to get you in the mood for spring – enjoy your day!