This photo was submitted to the I Heart Faces photo challenge – www.iheartfaces.com

Day3~Thursday Nov 3

I had some medical testing done that came back really not great. So I headed to Reno to follow up with some further testing. After paying $500 when my car broke down right when I got into town, I went to my test. The testing turned out MIRACULOUSLY well. When I say that I mean the doctor actually came in and said she had no explanation what happened but everything was perfect, and she was pretty in awe herself. So at this point I was thankful for Medical Technology, and Miracles, and God. Then I left my appointment and ended up getting rear ended on the freeway. The road conditions were very bad, and we were blessed that it wasn’t much worse. We had been bummed that we brought our car that broke down, but this is a very large car compared to the other one we have , and now we were so thankful we had the big car because the accident would have been possibly serious in my other car. By the end of this day I WAS JUST THANKFUL TO BE ALIVE!!!!

Day4~ Friday Nov4

Friday it snowed. It was cold. Two of my least favorite things. Friday I was thankful for my fireplace, and the ability to purchase oil for it!

Day 5~ Saturday Nov 5

I had a photo session to do. I worked on a senior project with a senior. I had a pretty busy day , but I saw a storm heading in, and I was very worried that my session would have to be canceled. We were able to quickly schedule for a little earlier and we just made it in. Today I was thankful I was able to work!

Day6~Sunday Nov 7

I had to head to Reno again for some supplies. This is bad when my kids have other things scheduled. I hoped I would make it back in time to pick Maggie up from dance, but alas, I did not. My friend Jessica, so kindly drove my kids home from dance when I didn’t manage to make it back in time. Today I was thankful that I really do have a great couple of people who  help me out when I am in a pickle, and I do the same for them!

This is a picture that those who follow me have seen before, but I have not yet entered it into a contest.I knew when the topic was black I would use this one. This was taken during a dance practice for the Susanville Symphony Society.They put on beautiful ballet. Thank you for visiting my blog!

As I move on from Seniors , I still have a ton to blog but I wanted to say thank you to all my amazing seniors this year! I have known Amy for quite a few years now. I was honored that she picked me to do her photography since she herself is very interested in photography. I met her at her house where we did some of the first portraits. She has the most adorable boxer ever but I am pretty sure the dog just wanted to eat me. After seeing Amy’s room I told her that I was pretty sure that if I was still in high school we could be bff’s! I love her unique sense of style, and how original her session was. Amy you rock! I had a blast with you. Lots more to come so keep checking the blog!

Today, I am thankful for this guy. We have had our share of ups, and downs, and some really bad life experiences together but no matter what, we always come back together. I always know that no matter what, he is there when I need him. One of only two remaining family members I have , he is my second best friend, right behind my husband(sorry man, Freman beats you there)! This is my brother.  Did I mention I am pretty sure I got switched at birth? We look nothing alike! I love you Joe!

It’s Fall! I already talked about this on my Facebook page yesterday, but Fall just makes me happy. The cool air, the amazing colors, holidays and togetherness. They all encompass Happiness to me. I have to admit, I am a total web surfer. If, and this is a big if, I have any extra time I like to look at what everyone else in the cyber world is up to. I found some great things this week so I thought I would share!

http://whitehottruth.com/creativity-art-design-articles/thank-you-i-wont-let-you-down/
I spend so much time doing things for others, in my job, in my life, pretty much in all aspects. My one goal is to not let down, those who depend on me. This video brought tears to my eyes along with the great blog post with it.

http://www.mymodernmet.com/profiles/blogs/zombies-spawned-worlds-heaviest-pumpkin
Just so cool! Zombies from the world’s largest pumpkin

Do you love all things Halloween like I do? Check this link out. 100 free Halloween themed printables!
Did I mention free? I love free things. momsbyheart.net/100-free-halloween-printables/

http://blog.brookesnow.com/2011/10/27/halloween-pictures/
I say this often and I mean it. Don’t let moments pass you by. Capture them, whether professionally or with your own camera. Here are some great tips for capturing your little ones this Halloween.

http://downrightawesome.com/
I have had the pleasure of photographing one very special little man named Mitchell. Some great ideas are forming about kids with down syndrome. Please help support the cause of learning more about loving, and supporting kids with down syndrome. These families amaze me!

http://www.taryn-photo.com/blog/2011/09/what-to-wear-family-portaits/
Last one, for my clients. I am always getting asked for ideas of what to wear for portraits. While I generally have a plan for you, it’s always better to have a visual. Check this out, it’s so very cool.+

Have a lovely weekend!