Category archives: family portraits
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In my last post I mentioned four things that happened in the month of September. I am now sharing a fifth – one that is woven into the fabric of who we are – back to school! And now, with homecoming photos showing up in my feed and online, I remember all the things I love with the fall season and back to school: fresh [...]
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- Heyyyy, October! (I have been waiting for you…)
I love the fall for its cooler temps, and I *love* it when the mosquitoes go away (still waiting for the mosquitoes to go, and I know we are so close).
I wanted to take a minute to share our September in Review because I have missed writing and connecting with m[...]
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- I have been photographing Confirmation Masses and ceremonies for over 15 years, and I am always impressed with the Confirmandi, as well as the families and friends who join them for this sacrament in the Catholic Church.
What is Confirmation?
Confirmation is a sacrament of initiation where each Confirmand (the on[...]
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- As I start to write this blog post, a crash of thunder explodes overhead. I am okay with thunderstorms, and it is something I missed when I lived on the West Coast. The dogs, however, feel differently. One dog, Whitby, is okay with loud noises, and might curl up on a dog bed nearby. Sometimes, he keeps an eye on me, an[...]
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- Whenever I come up with a new idea – it’s like confetti and glitter and a dance party in my mind.
It. Is. Fabulous!
Then, of course, comes the work. Before I actually sit down to start the project, I have to go back to the original idea and then start with the end in mind. Like – what was that first idea tha[...]
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- In the last post, we applauded our graduates for all that they have dealt with in the past 18 months. These are exceptional times, and we see how hard everyone is working to move forward. In the summer months, we take a step back from posting online to spend more time reaching out to our people: family, friends, clien[...]
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- To our 2020 and 2021 graduates:
I know this has been a time like no other. I understand these past 15 months have been challenging, and I see how you rose above all of this. Going forward, your tenacity will serve you well. Did you know that ‘to commence’ means to begin again? After weathering a global pandemic, [...]
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- In this new month of the year, we are looking at new beginnings and fabulous you. Have you made your list of 21 Things to do in 2021? Here are 7 more ideas for inspiration. January is also International Creativity Month. How creative will you be?
#15 Write a thank you note.
As we move into this year following our[...]
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- Hello, there!
I'll continue to share a total of 21 ideas for things to do in 2021. This set is more about finding ways to relax, re-filling your well, and recharging so we can take it all on, even if it's just one step at a time. This post may contain affiliate links and I may earn a small commission when you click o[...]
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- Did you know that January is named after the Roman god, Janus? The god of
beginnings
gates
transitions
time
duality
doorways
passages
frames
endings
He is usually depicted as having two faces because he possesses the ability to see the past and the future. Since this month is considere[...]
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- Veteran's Day is always a bittersweet day for me. I am grateful for our veterans who have served, and I am thankful for the opportunity I had to serve in the US Army. I also recognize the sacrifices that families of veterans have made over the years. You who have waited for your soldiers to come home from a duty stat[...]
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- It’s been over a year now since I started photographing for neighborhood magazines like the Heart of Hillsborough and Meadowmont and the Oaks. I love doing this kind of editorial photography because it allows me to meet people who are all so unique in the work they do, as well as how they support our sense of communit[...]
