Color.  Think layers, patterns, textures, hats, and accessories.  I have always been a clean lines gal, but have changed over this year.  Color breathes life…don’t be afraid to mix it up!

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Christmas is coming, and honestly, I’ve no desire to think about the 25th right now.  Gift giving, parties, decorating?  Oh my!
However, I am looking over my calender…I have 7 openings left for the rest of the year.  I can’t believe it ~ I am so blessed by all my wonderful clients who keep coming back!
If...

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Remember this POST from my mamapreneur series?   She was just featured in the OC Register for her Abundant Harvest Organics business!!   Go HERE for online article.
I have to say the more I read, the more I am convinced about the benefits of pure food.
Congrats Tammy!!

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Moving.  I never remembered it being this much work {and I am not a pack rat by any means}.
This week, I will be out of touch here while I finish off at one house and set-up at a new location that will become our home.  New adventures coming, new memories to be created, new friends...

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I cannot believe I’m home.  When you go away to a photography workshop like this, you must jump in and immerse yourself.  That I did!  So much so that I still don’t quite feel home.  My mind is swimming with all the golden nuggets of information I took in.  I am so blessed to have...

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I will be gone for 5 days to an amazing photography workshop in Mesa this Thursday through Monday!  I signed up for this last year and cannot believe it’s time to pack!  Don’t you dread packing {and unpacking}?!!
All calls & emails will be returned on Tuesday the 23rd {unless I have some down time at...

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I am pursuing certification in photographing children with special needs through SKPA.  I was blessed to already have a session last year where I got to spend time with a child like this.  I cannot tell you the joy I felt with the little time I spent with him…he was so precious!
In the class I...

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A quick note that my email disappeared!  It’s a good thing you can’t hear all my frustration…not pretty!   Arghhhh…
So if you are waiting for a response, please know it will be as soon as possible
**Edit**  Email is back, but unfortunately, any mail from the last 20 hours is lost permanently in cyberspace...

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This was so incredibly hard {sigh}.  Really hard.  Your stories brought me to tears.  I am thankful for the help I had in selecting a winner because ALL were worthy.  Thanks for opening your heart..and for giving me a chance to open mine.
Congrats go out to the Abatangelo Family whom I am excited to meet...

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I will be on hiatus from December 20th through January 4th.  Winner for Giving is Awesome Giveaway will be publicly announced on the 4th…please check back to see.
I wish you a BLESSED CHRISTMAS SEASON with your loved ones; and I pray you take the time to enjoy one another.
…and here are my {not so much...

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Thank you to all those who have sent in their submissions!  I have shed tears as I sit hear reading of those you love.  I never knew these stories would be so heartbreaking;  yet each one has glimmers of hope.  Amazing hope.
The deadline again is Christmas Eve.  So if you are thinking of nominating someone,...

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A refreshing day for me starts with lunch at Gabbi’s, shopping at Blessings, and dessert at The Perfect Circle Cupcakery!
And…I’m am over-the-moon about my display at The Perfect Circle Cupcakery!  Love-love-love this store!  Not only is it located in Historic Old Towne Orange, the shop is beautifully decorated in Tiffany blue and Audrey Hepburn {movie...

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