Baby Bump

As a photographer I have always been able to fully appreciate the saying, "A picture is worth a thousand words". However, I've always said that a picture is worth a thousand words and a million emotions. There are just some pictures that make you speechless, and words cannot describe what you feel when you gaze upon it.

I have found my latest speechless photograph. I see such confidence and beauty every time I look at this photograph of her. She's fearless, yet, vulnerable. She is strong and soft at the same time. There is just so much to be seen I can't seem to find all the words needed to describe it.

The maternity shoot I was so privileged to take part in the other day was, by far, a very unique and special shoot for me. It was with one of my very best childhood friends. And we had such a great time together, laughing at eachother, giggling at silly things, ("do something cute with your feet Tiff!")  talking about our boys playing together, growing up, about us getting older, just having a really nice time.

One reason why this shoot meant so much to me is because when we were in our early teens she and I set up a 'studio' in my room and took two rolls of pictures of each other. We modeled clothes, changed out 'props', it was a full on fashion shoot! :) This recent shoot brought back a lot of really good memories.

I've always thought her to be one of the most beautiful women I've ever known, and this shoot proved it all the more!

XOXOXOX Tiff! I can't wait for our next shoot together!

Lady of the Month Spotlight Interview - August 2011

Well it's past due, but here is my Lady of the Month Spotlight Interview:

Meet Sunny. She a young woman with a passion for health and wellness. She has great credentials and knows what she's talking about. Her business is relatively new, and booming! So, take note and enjoy her interview!!!

1) What kind of business are you in and for how long?

I have an online store that I run from my home where I market healthy fast food for people who are tired of eating fast food and junk and who want to replace it with a daily dose of nutrition like my husband and I did. And I have an acupuncturist and a hair stylist who both sell my products in their offices. I've been doing this for about 3 years.

2) What was it that got you interested in that?

My family and I have been longtime customers of this healthy fast food for 18 years. I liked the idea of having my own business marketing them, but I wasn't sure how to go about actually selling them. My mom started taking classes on online marketing and she started up a website. I still remember when she got her first sale online, we were both so excited and I went to work on my own website right away.

3) What is your must have product that you offer?

The most popular product that I'm selling right now is Fortune Delight Tea which is a healthy drink that boosts energy and work focus and is a replacement for sodas and sugary drinks. My customers love that when they're drinking it, they're actually drinking plants, fruits, and antioxidants.

4) How has owning your own business been challenging to you and how has it been rewarding?

With my online business each day I get to talk to people from all over the U.S and it's so exciting. Sometimes it's hard to stop thinking about my online store. That being said though, now I have a system down that makes it simple and I love that I'm able to do something that really interests me and makes my life fun. And with the money that I make on my online store, I pay for all the vacations and trips that my husband and I take.

5) What are your other interests or hobbies besides work?

My husband and I love to hike, ride our bikes downtown, we spend alot of time working on our house together (we're slowly renovating and almost done!). I also love cooking and trying out new recipes and fun vacations to the beach.

6) If you could give one bit of advice for anyone who is trying or thinking about starting their own business, what would it be?

Don't give up if it's slow-going at first or if you don't see alot of success right away. Just like any business, it takes learning how to do it and time to find customers. My first month I only had $30 in sales. But this month I had $1500 in sales which has been my best month so far. I'm glad I didn't give up that first month.

6. What is your website and how can our readers find you?

My website is www.HealthyFastFoodStore.com.

You can also find me on Twitter at www.Twitter.com/SunnyLMT

and Facebook at www.Facebook.com/HealthyFastFoodStore.


You can find a link to her page on the left of this blog! I hope you enjoyed meeting my friend, Sunny. Please be sure to stop by her website and get some goodies for you and your family! If you happen to stop by her facebook or twitter, let her know you read her interview here!

Have a great day my friends, and please, keep it snappy and happy!