Category Archives: Personal

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Where did the ducks go?

I’ve said it many times before, the blog is to show off my latest work with clients and also to blog personal things as they happen. I think this is a very personal blog post, but every chapter needs a story ending even if it’s not a happily ever after.  There is no point to erase old post and try to pretend they didn’t happen because they are a part of me, of who I am.

Recently a difficult decision was made that utterly turned my world upside down that the ducks I thought were “in a row” are no where to be found.

After dating for seven years, my fiancée and I made a mutual decision to call the wedding off. Without going into an explanation, I have to believe that it is the best decision for both of us.

The possibilities are endless. I’m staying positive about the decision we made. I wish nothing but amazing things for him. He truly is a wonderful person.

With that said, here’s to the future and whatever it may hold for me. Everything happens for a reason and I have faith that something good will come out of this. God is amazing and will bless us both.

Alpha Kappa Camera memories

Last year  I went on a retreat to Charleston, S.C. with 8 other photographers from all over the U.S. It was inspiring to instantly click with women who came from different backgrounds and respected each other’s views on life. I never got around to posting about the trip. I know, horrible.

A few of the girls did blog about out trip. You can read Sam’s beautifully described account here and Cristi’s 3 blog post about our trip here.

Almost a year later, here are a couple of pics from the trip.

This year, our retreat will take place in Polson, Montana. I’ve never been to Montana so it should definitely be an adventure.

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Remembering my grandma

Eight years ago, my grandmother passed away. I miss her like crazy. She wasn’t sick and I’m pretty sure she would still be with us today if we hadn’t been in that car accident. We were on our way to Puerto Vallarta on our annual family vacation when another vehicle came into our lane and we hit them straight on. It’s still very painful to remember.

I dream of her often and know she is very close to me.  I can hear her voice if I think very hard.

This is the last picture I took with her at my dance recital, one month before she passed away.

Te extraño Abuelita Lala.

My Wedding Inspiration

I know it’s been a while since I’ve posted a little bit about my own wedding planning and inspiration. In the last couple of months I’ve settled the guest list, ordered the invitations, booked the last of the vendors and had a bridal shower. I will post pics soon.

When I think of my own wedding and what I want it to be, I seriously have like a million ideas running in my head. Going to a lot of weddings will do this to you. Having tons of bridal magazines helped at the beginning but after settling on a vision I’ve tried to stay away from them. Especially ones that have tons of wedding dresses, there are just so many pretty ones out there. ;)

Here is a wedding inspiration board I made from different websites I have visited. One that I go on a regular basis is Wedding Chicks. I love the vintage/antique feel so this wedding blog is a favorite.

What’s your vision for your own wedding?

Photo credit:  Boutwell Studio, Nathan Wu Photography, Lacie Hansen, Hugh Forte, Cristi Owen Photography, Picotte Photography, Simply Bloom Photography

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