What’s in YOUR Camera Bag?
Hopefully, there's a camera in there. Did I ever tell you about the time I grabbed my camera bag in a rush without checking and arrived at a photo shoot without my camera? No? Well, let's just say, ALWAYS CHECK…
Life is Groovy
It's true. Life is pretty groovy. Who can really argue that one? It's weird, strange, fun, creepy, scary, and cool all at the same time. But a groove can also mean a path, like the path a record player needle…
But his name isn’t Skippy
His name wasn't Skippy. It was Canine. But no one corrected me. For two hours I took pictures of the young man who owned the dog and I called the dog Skippy the whole time. Now Canine, being a canine,…
Cookouts, Picnics, and More!
Ah, Memorial Day... Official kick off to the summer season. Cookouts, graduations, birthday parties, Fourth of July, picnics, outdoor concerts, bike rides, hikes.... So much fun and so little energy. What's a girl to do? Well, just like there are…
The Most Fun You Can Have For 37 Cents
So I went to CVS the other day and bought the following items: 1 bag of foil-covered chocolate hearts 1 bag of conversation hearts I had a coupon and my grand total was 37 cents. How much fun can I have? …
In Praise of Bubblewrap
Today is Bubblewrap Appreciation Day. And for the first time in my life, I celebrated it! Why? Well, why not? I would have celebrated it sooner, but didn't know about it! A friend tipped me off over the weekend. Thanks,…
My 2011 Theme
After reading about this on several blogs, I wanted to try selecting a theme for the year for myself. There are several I toyed with and a few I don't even remember. But today, I finally found my theme. Capture…
I’m Going to Marry My Camera
Of course, my boyfriend doesn't know about this. Nor does my camera. But I think it's a stellar idea. I always felt that the best relationships bring out the best in you. They challenge you to grow yet comfort you…
Don’t Give Up
I remember it like it was yesterday. And it was horrible. My first paid photo session. She was pregnant and wanted some maternity shots. I was full of ideas, dead batteries, and a lack of experience. Put that together and…
All The Right Ingredients
Whew! This post was waiting for the completion of my gingerbread house. A couple of notes. Frosting takes time to dry. If you don't let it dry long enough, your gingerbread house will collapse. It is difficult to frost with…