Yes, I'm still here....

I know, this is so unlike me. I haven't blogged in 20 days....about anything. I even had a client call to check on me!

Well, it's not a lack of material, I can tell you that. In fact, it's just the opposite. I have all kinds of things to share:

Ross and Michelle's wedding
My sweet Landon turned 6 months old (already!!!)
a twins' family session
Shawn and Holly's wildflower wedding (that caused me to have bizarre dreams)
a session of two cute kids
vacation in the Smokies
and a few other ramdom things I can't think of right now

So see, it's not a lack of subject.

If you follow me at all on Facebook, know that I'm already booked up thru October. Since my job as a mom comes first, I only open my schedule up for a limited number of sessions from August - October. As a mom of four, it gets pretty crazy and my calendar is sheer chaos: my two son's play football, my daughter cheering and my oldest daughter is running cross country. My husband coaches football and I'm a Team Mom.

Taking on a full workload on top of my already crazy life, means that my work as a photographer will be rushed, uncreative and downright crappy. I have certain expectations of myself as an artist -- the same expectations that you have as a client -- and by me monitoring my workload means that I can stay fresh as a photographer. That keeps you happy, me happy and of course my family happy.

If ay any time, I see my schedule slowing down, I will open my calendar back up for more sessions. So, just because I'm booked now, doesn't mean I'll stay that way! Keep an eye on this blog, or you can always check Facebook!

Senior Rep, Jake Stewart

Everyone, this is Jake.

Jake, the Internet.

I first met Jake in May when I was volunteering at The Overnighter -- an incredible two-day event for elementary students put on by an organization of parents. Although, I wouldn't say I technically "met" Jake then......every time I went to introduce myself, he vanished.

And I totally know why.

Jake has an amazing gift of working with kids. They suck to him like opposite magnets. Like pantyhose and skirts on a winter day (Sorry, Jake). They idolize him and breathe his energy like helium from a balloon. He's the type of high-schooler that you WANT your kids to emulate.

When Jake isn't fratinizing with the 5th graders, he's playing baseball and football for Covington High School. And collecting shoes.

Yes, that's what I said. Shoes. And not just some run-of-the-mill-every-day shoes. But Jordans. Of every single color. You'll see.

And not only does he have a lengthy shoe collection that would make most of my girlfriends jealous, but he has a smile that is absolutely infectious. Just looking at him smiling makes me smile. Even when I'm already smiling.

Jake, I hope you enjoy your senior year!! Best of luck to you and all you set out to accomplish! You have a bright future adhead of you (bring those shades)!

All my best,

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