I'm so excited to be back behind my camera! I love this time of year, which is filled with sessions for creating holiday gifts and cards or updating family photos. There are so many reasons why October and November are the BEST time for your portrait session. Here are my top 6 reasons to book now!

1. Memories - Although 2020 may not have turned out the way you had hoped, it's no reason not to document this time for your family.
2. The lighting!!! - It's absolutely gorgeous and perfect during this time of year.
3. Holiday shopping - There are SO many items you can create using your family's or child's photos. From a simple framed print to coffee mugs to phone cases. (psssst....grandparents love this stuff!)
4. The weather - Finally!! It's not super hot and humid out and everyone will look amazing for your outdoor session.
5. Location - Your choice! Not sure where to go? I have a list of ideas!
6. Get dressed up! - I don't know about you, but I spent quarantine in my sweats and the summer in my swim suit. Cool air and photos is the best excuse for you and your family to get dolled up!

I have weekday and weekend availability in October and November. Contact me to book yours!

508-269-6434

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Mention this blog post and book before Nov. 1, 2020 and you'll receive a free 8x10 print.

Around this time of year, I'm usually thinking and writing about either going back to school or summer winding down. While both have been on my mind, things certainly do look differently this year. Summer has not been the same and the upcoming Fall won't be either. I truly do feel for all the parents, teachers, and students out there. I know how difficult this change has been. We are all in this together and I know everyone's main goal is for students of all ages to have a healthy, successful school year. Students WILL progress, learn, and succeed. We have confidence in them.  

One thing I always did as a teacher was to write a "New School Year Resolution List". Kind of like setting goals in January, September is the perfect time to set goals for yourself. Although things are not the way we expected or wanted them to be right now, it is important to focus on the positive and take the opportunity to set some goals for yourself. Even though I am no longer teaching, I still keep up the tradition of writing down goals every September 1st.  

I'm looking forward to seeing everyone's back to school photos!  Happy New School Year!

Seven years ago after gaining too much weight in a short period of time, I realized my diet needed a serious overhaul. With the assistance of my sister in law, my husband and I both started following a Paleo diet. We saw amazing results, along with many non-scale victories. Over the years we adopted a clean eating lifestyle and have done several Whole30s - 30 days of new, healthy habits.  Of course we don't eat clean 100% of the time, it's all about balance. But I do think our overall health, both physical and mental, has benefited from making changes in our eating habits and what we are putting into and onto our bodies. 

Last Fall, inspired by a friend, I decided that since I've cleaned up my diet and educated myself about clean eating, it was time to look into cleaning up my health and beauty routine.  I started off using Crunchi facial soap and moisturizers. After I fell in love with those products, I decided to gradually work on trying out new clean, toxin free products and free myself of harmful chemicals. I experimented with different make up, lotions, sunscreens, deodorants, shampoo, and more. It's been fun educating myself and trying out new products. Shop Crunchi here

Recently, another friend excitedly told me all about her new business venture. She shared her on line shop with me, Everley. They sell clean, green, toxin free health/beauty/fashion items, while giving back to the community. 

When I first started transitioning to toxin free products, it was very confusing. There is so much on the market, how would I know which ones would be best and which ones actually work? The best thing about Everley, is that all the products are researched and tried out for you. Everley showcases products that are used and loved by the founder and her employees and friends. All the guesswork is taken out!   Products are purchased from companies who give back in some way, so when you purchase from Everley you are helping support some wonderful causes. 

Visit Everley here!