sisters or close friends

This whole week we were asked numerous times if we were sisters. It was nice to know we look so much alike. We better since we are related and all ;)

Where has all her curl gone?

To set the tone:
Mom decides to be the 1st to get ready on the first full day of her vacation after we were out by the pool and ocean for awhile. I had told her I had brought most of our necessities such as shampoo and conditioner etc.
So picture this...she is getting ready and I had showed her a couple photos from the weekend. As I do, she puts some moose in her hair and I saw the bottle out of the corner of my eye but it didn't register. Just before I jumped in the shower she said- I don't know where all my curl went, maybe its because I've straightened it so much lately. I agreed, blamed it on the humidity and started getting ready. All the sudden Mom came in and said "I don't know what your moose did but it ruined my hair" at that point it clicked- she did not use moose for hair she used the new Olay body moose that I picked up just before FL. It was lotion!! I couldn't say any words all that came out was intense laughter. Rather than her asking what it was she hunted down the bottle to see for herself that she had put lotion in her hair. Needless to say she rewashed her hair in the sink and restyled it with real hair care products before we left.
It was priceless!

bride & groom

Now that the bride and groom saw this photo, I can share it with you...

St Augustine

So I've been here since Friday and I'm getting VERY used to the sight and sound of the ocean. I've been very blessed through this trip, there are lots of stories, new friends and many good memories so far. My best friend (Madre) picked me up today from the house I was staying at and we just came back to the hotel after taking a walk along the ocean. The wedding was beautiful yesterday and of course I took a TON of photos that I can't wait to upload... it was a very long day but an amazing experience. I miss you all back home but I can't say I miss Indiana. :) Hope you had an amazing weekend and now that I have wireless there may be a few photos to come love to you all

leavin

I'm headed for the ocean!

Hopefully I'll have wireless of some sort while I'm away... thank you in advance for your prayers! Love to you all!

a beautiful friend

is having a birthday today! Tara is the friend who will be there for me no matter how long its been since we've talked. We were able to get together last Friday night and had a great time chatting about pretty much everything! We are frequent texters so it doesn't feel as long when we are busy and can't get together- texting does the job. She is also planning a wedding while working and preparing to move to Dallas with Ryan who will be her husband in August! I can't wait to share in their special day. Tara, I hope you have a blessed day! Love you

another favorite

it becomes difficult when choosing favorites for any shoot let alone a wedding shoot... but for some reason this photo has been added to the recent list! I love the way the flowers are in the shape of a heart... what do you think? The rest of the photos are being uploaded here- I'm hoping to have them all up before I leave for St Augustine this Thursday.

acomplaintfreeworld.org and cold tangerines

If you haven't seen me since my party, I've been sporting this purple bracelet on either my right or left wrist.
Dr Bob had brought these bracelets up during a weekend service at Granger and the end goal is to break the habit of complaining. For me, thats tough- I am "ok" with the big things that tick me off or hurt me because I tend to stuff the emotions down but with the little things I find myself complaining a lot- about the smallest things.
The rules are you wear the bracelet on your right wrist and if you complain you have to switch it to the left wrist and start over the next day- the goal is to get through 21 days of being complaint free. I'm determined but I know it may take awhile- I'm having a hard time getting past 3 days. I can't imagine what day 19 will be like!
Pray for me during this time.
It helps that I'm reading Cold Tangerines and learning to celebrate every day.

changing a part

So I'm random... and decided to change my part but felt like it looked crazy when I did it.. Andria decided to part it on the other side without me asking her after she cut my hair. I've got some positive feedback already but I'd like to hear what you think. (I think it goes better with the nose ring but who knew changing a part would be so difficult)

five

Happy birthday sweet Abby... it seems like just yesterday I was watching you when you were just a few days old.
love and miss you!

my mother, my friend

“A mother is the truest friend we have, when trials heavy and sudden, fall upon us; when adversity takes the place of prosperity; when friends who rejoice with us in our sunshine desert us; when trouble thickens around us, still will she cling to us, and endeavor by her kind precepts and counsels to dissipate the clouds of darkness, and cause peace to return to our hearts.”


Mother- I can't thank you enough for all you've done for me... no words can express my appreciation. I love you so very much
-b

house.sitting

I'm watching a Great Dane this week...she is beautiful! I was a little worried about watching such a BIG dog but she has been such a sweetie. Never thought I'd be a fan of such a large breed. I tried to get a reflection in the mirror but you can't really tell the size difference but she is obviously towering over the night stand when sitting.

part time nanny

I've begun watching a 5 month old part time and have enjoyed every minute of it. I have him 2 days a week while his mom, who is a metalsmith can work in her studio on her commissions.
We stay pretty busy while I'm there as we explore the outdoors and go for many walks.

I can't wait to watch him grow in the coming months- he has changed so much in the short time I've been hanging out with him. He just started solid foods this past week and is sitting up very well. He is such a little sweetie!

a birthday today...

Happy birthday Grandpa!

party day

Saturday was a party day- it started at 12pm and finished up after 12am Thanks for all who joined in!

finally

Can you see the relief? We have walked this long road together... and we made it to the finish line at the same time. I'm so happy for both of us and can't believe we are done with college. No more tests, papers, projects, all nighters-or almost all nighters. We can go to Starbucks or B&N and NOT study! I'm proud of you Ciji!
Thanks for all who came out to watch me walk.

red letters

Rob had a great message about diving into the red letters and this DC Talk song followed. Job well done Seth & Trace you both serve with your whole heart and have an impact on many!

*thanks mom for finding the video

like a sister to me...