04/04/2024
It's seriously been forever since I’ve been on here, but for all good reason. I had our sweet baby girl Raelynn late November and with being a full time momma of 2, a lot has changed for me. I’m going to be vulnerable here, so I’ll just jump right in. Being a mom has brought me the greatest joy I have ever experienced. A supernatural kind of joy. Honestly, since I can remember all I ever wanted to be was a mom. I am so beyond blessed and thankful God has gifted me with two beautiful children. To be able to stay home with them and watch them grow daily is a dream I never want to take for granted.
My hearts desire for my business started to really change for me while I was pregnant with Rae. I started back to work in March feeling so many things. How was I going to manage being a full time mom, taking care of all the responsibilities of running a household, cooking, having a relationship with my husband/friends, being involved in serving at church, finding time to take care of my own daily personal needs, all while running my own business and finding time to sit down and edit for hours. This isn’t me complaining about any of it, I truly love every bit of it! It’s a privilege. I simply wish there was more time in a day to attack it all. But I am only one person trying to manage it all and it’s hard. Obviously being a mom is the most important job I was given, and I want to be able to give my children my absolute best everyday because they deserve that. So unfortunately something has to give in order for me to do that. Even if it’s something that brings me great joy.
I have gone back and forth for months on what to do with my business. It has been something I have been seeking Jesus about and have been extremely prayerful with. I just want to be in his will. I still feel like I haven’t received complete clarity on it yet. But I know as I walk it out, he will reveal his plan for me in his perfect timing. I honestly thought I was going to be done with photography for good. But I truly do love it so much! I enjoy being creative and I love connecting with my clients! It’s a dream job and I have my dream studio steps away from our home.
So with all of this being said, I am taking a HUGE step back in my business with my workload. I will be offering TWO STUDIO sessions per month; Newborn, Maternity, or Milestone. I will no longer be offering family or senior sessions, as well as outdoor sessions. I am so very sorry to all the wonderful families who have been faithful to me with coming back every or every other year💔 It has been a blessing getting to work with each of you!!! If you reach out to me, I would be happy to recommend some talented fellow photographers to you!!
I don’t know what the future holds with my business. Between wanting more children and homeschooling them when the time comes. But for now, I am thankful to be able adjust my business A LOT just to be able to still experience the best of both worlds💓
