The year "all about me" is fast becoming a year all about photography; not that I mind that but I can only image those of you out there thinking...not another post about photography.
First, let me assure you that as the weather continues to improve and change so will my posts. I am still committed to day trips and outings; I can't promise that won't have a camera with me but I am still committed to this. But for now, beginning a photography business is an all consuming task, so I guess the dreary weather is not so bad for me, at least for right now.
Without going into detail about the number of things that I need to do in order to start my business...business license, sales tax permit, fictitious business name, business logo, website, blog site, develop pricing, build client base and of course take photograph of my soon to be beautiful clients.
Anyway, that's not what I really wanted to post about tonight but thanks for indulging me, I feel better now!
I think back to my younger years before all the commitments of family, a mortgage payments and the worries that go along with being a "grown-up" and I remember a very easy going, outgoing, fun loving, fearless, not a care in the world kinda person; not that, that person is gone, I just think she has been hibernating for a while and its time for her to come out again.
When I made the decision to began a photography business I truly had no idea what was involved...I just made the decision. Had I know, I most likely would not have starting down this path for fear of failure. I guess that saying " ignorance is bliss" is exactly what I needed to be ~ ignorant and bliss.
The previous me would have thrown in the towel once I finally figured out how much work is involved and the me from long ago would have said ~ to hell with it, what have you go to loose? So I guess the me from long ago has shown itself and I must admit, it feels pretty spectacular!
That fearless attitude of long ago is beginning to show itself again. Now, I'm not naive to think that the exact same person will re-appear but if I get these glimpses of her I will be ONE HAPPY WOMAN!
Be sure to send me all the fearless attitude you can spare and once I'm done with it I will be sure to send it back your way!
As always thanks for stopping by
Oh by the way, if you didn't already know I came up with a name for my business
Sweet Tea Photography
Saturday, March 24, 2012
Saturday, March 17, 2012
It's all Greek to me
As you know I have decided to begin my own photography business and with that comes expanding my knowledge of....well how to begin and run a business.
One of my goals when I started "the year all about me" was to become more technically savvy and what better way to do that, then to start your own business (photo hosting sites, web sites, blog sites, etc) It is all Greek to me.
The language of "Greek" is one I must learn and I must reach out to those that speak that language better then I. I am depending on my friends to help me through this process and well...that is Greek to me; I don't depend on anyone, until now.
I started down this path of starting my own business with no real expectation other than " it will be what it is supposed to be" and I will continue until I am not supposed to continue any longer. I know that is vague but it's vague for a reason.
I am on my way!
As always thanks for stopping by
One of my goals when I started "the year all about me" was to become more technically savvy and what better way to do that, then to start your own business (photo hosting sites, web sites, blog sites, etc) It is all Greek to me.
The language of "Greek" is one I must learn and I must reach out to those that speak that language better then I. I am depending on my friends to help me through this process and well...that is Greek to me; I don't depend on anyone, until now.
I started down this path of starting my own business with no real expectation other than " it will be what it is supposed to be" and I will continue until I am not supposed to continue any longer. I know that is vague but it's vague for a reason.
I am on my way!
As always thanks for stopping by
Wednesday, March 7, 2012
What should my name be?
In my last post I talked about my shiny new computer and I have been busy trying to learn the in's & out's of my new MAC. Well, really not ALL the in's & out's just how to move my pictures from one external hard drive that speaks PC language, to another external hard drive that speaks MAC language. Not that I really know what that means, that's just what was explained to me after many days and weeks of frustration. I happy to report I am on my way now!
One of the main reasons this has been so frustrating is because, I bought the computer so I could work on my photos on a newer, faster computer. My previous one was old and slow and frankly I was asking it to do more than it was capable of. I became so frustrated by this, I stopped working on my photos; the one thing that I loved to do.
On another one of my posts I talked about starting my bucket list for this year and the computer...oh, and the new editing program I just bought ties into the first thing on my bucket list.
Enough of the back story now onto the real reason for the post
Photography have long been a love of mine. I love the story photographs tell, the moments they capture, the memories they remind us of and the emotions they evoke. This never became more evident than when my Mother passed away and those family photos took on an entire new meaning. Photos were all that were left and I held onto them like I held onto her when she was with me. For me, photographs moved from an in adamant object to becoming real; this is how I coped with the loss. In many ways those photographs are what saved me and held me up during an incredibly tough time in my life and for that I am eternally grateful.
I know now that photography MUST be in my life, not just be in my life, but be an active part of my life. I know I have the passion for photography but do I have the skills, ability and discipline to earn a bit of extra money at this? Hmmm not sure what I think about that.
One of the first things I want to do is come up with a name for my photography business...and I use the word business very lightly. At this point I really just want a name to make it feel like a business.
I had a few ideas and could use your help...what do you think and PLEASE give me your suggestions.
Captured Moments
A Picture is Worth
Memories, Moments and Your Story
VictoriaLinda Photography (that's my name & Moms name)
Love that Shot
My bucket list officially has one item on it
One of the main reasons this has been so frustrating is because, I bought the computer so I could work on my photos on a newer, faster computer. My previous one was old and slow and frankly I was asking it to do more than it was capable of. I became so frustrated by this, I stopped working on my photos; the one thing that I loved to do.
On another one of my posts I talked about starting my bucket list for this year and the computer...oh, and the new editing program I just bought ties into the first thing on my bucket list.
Enough of the back story now onto the real reason for the post
Photography have long been a love of mine. I love the story photographs tell, the moments they capture, the memories they remind us of and the emotions they evoke. This never became more evident than when my Mother passed away and those family photos took on an entire new meaning. Photos were all that were left and I held onto them like I held onto her when she was with me. For me, photographs moved from an in adamant object to becoming real; this is how I coped with the loss. In many ways those photographs are what saved me and held me up during an incredibly tough time in my life and for that I am eternally grateful.
I know now that photography MUST be in my life, not just be in my life, but be an active part of my life. I know I have the passion for photography but do I have the skills, ability and discipline to earn a bit of extra money at this? Hmmm not sure what I think about that.
One of the first things I want to do is come up with a name for my photography business...and I use the word business very lightly. At this point I really just want a name to make it feel like a business.
I had a few ideas and could use your help...what do you think and PLEASE give me your suggestions.
Captured Moments
A Picture is Worth
Memories, Moments and Your Story
VictoriaLinda Photography (that's my name & Moms name)
Love that Shot
My bucket list officially has one item on it
- Create my photography business
Monday, February 20, 2012
All shinning and new
Before photography I used my computer for basic things and had no real need or desire to spend the money on a new one; I believed that I could make due with what I had, it was sufficient. That was until the frustration over what my computer could not do for me, made me stop the one thing I love to do.
Early in my life, I learned that I can make due with anything, I don't need things to make me happy; what I didn't realize or even consider, is that it's not about making due its about making things a bit easier for me and enjoying them more...what a concept making things easier for myself.
I contemplated a new computer for a few months, compared prices, determined what I needed in a computer, talked with people and asked lots of questions; in my heart I knew I wanted a new computer but something was holding me back from treating myself to a new one, something besides the money.
I'm sure I'm not alone in the feeling of putting myself first feels awkward, selfish and uncomfortable but I also knew that if I don't do it, no one will, that is after all what the year all about me is about.
So I put aside the young woman that put others first and bought myself a new computer. Not just a new computer I moved from a PC to a MAC; I must be a gluten for punishment. No only do I need to move all my programs, documents, etc to my new MAC I have to learn how it differs from a PC. Well I guess I'll get that grey matter working one way
I guess changing from a PC to a MAC is a metaphor for all the changes that are and will be happening in my life this year, so it only made sense to make the switch; wish me luck!
I am sitting at my shinny new computer tonight typing this blog post and even though I spend the weekend trying to figure out how this things works...I LOVE IT and I love that I bought it for myself! I will say that it is one of the most satisfying feelings to treat yourself to something that you truly want and know you will enjoy and I feel so pleased with myself that I DID IT.
Me and my new computer thank you for stopping by.
Wednesday, February 15, 2012
Ready to begin my 2012 bucket list
A ladies meet-up group I belong to is having a brainstorming meeting next month to come up with trip ides; regardless if they are for the day, the weekend or week long trips. We are all supposed to bring ideas to the table no matter how outrageous or crazy they might be.
One of the ladies in the group is going on an African Safari this summer and on one hand that sounds so amazing for her but on the other hand incredibly intimidating to me.
After hearing the excitement in her voice about this upcoming trip it got me thinking, if I wanted to take a trip where would I want to go? For some people I know their list of ideas would run off the page and would be filled with so many ideas their head may explode. Me, my head is exploding because I have to think of an idea.
How do you learn to dream when you haven't dreamt in...well forever? How do you come up with ideas, when you have no idea what you want? Well, the only way I can think of doing this, is to list a few characteristics about myself and see where it take me. Here is where you, my friends, can chime in anytime you feel like it, whether its to tell me you don't see me in the way I see myself or share your trip ideas with me...I'm open!
Here Goes:
I've never done or even considered a bucket list before so I guess for this year anyway I will have to start one. What do you think should be on my 2012 bucket list?
As always, thanks for stopping by!
One of the ladies in the group is going on an African Safari this summer and on one hand that sounds so amazing for her but on the other hand incredibly intimidating to me.
After hearing the excitement in her voice about this upcoming trip it got me thinking, if I wanted to take a trip where would I want to go? For some people I know their list of ideas would run off the page and would be filled with so many ideas their head may explode. Me, my head is exploding because I have to think of an idea.
How do you learn to dream when you haven't dreamt in...well forever? How do you come up with ideas, when you have no idea what you want? Well, the only way I can think of doing this, is to list a few characteristics about myself and see where it take me. Here is where you, my friends, can chime in anytime you feel like it, whether its to tell me you don't see me in the way I see myself or share your trip ideas with me...I'm open!
Here Goes:
- I am a practical person at my core and I am trying to live a little outside my comfort zone
- It doesn't take much to entertain me, I enjoy the simple beauty of the world and people
- I'm frugal in most aspects of my life but have been know to splurge on occasions
- I'm most comfortable in smaller groups although I can manage larger groups
- The sound of water is amazing to me
- I hate, well dislike allot the heat
- Fall is my favorite time of year. The clean, cool, crisp air and the fall colors are are amazing
I've never done or even considered a bucket list before so I guess for this year anyway I will have to start one. What do you think should be on my 2012 bucket list?
As always, thanks for stopping by!
Sunday, February 5, 2012
A run and a nap
I was still feeling so wonderful from yesterday's girls day, that this morning I took a run. Getting fitness back into my life is going to be crucial to making me stronger not only physically but also mentally - so off for a run I went.
As I was running, I was enjoying this bright and beautiful day, listening to some music, running at a slow but steady pace and enjoying all the beauty that was around my neighborhood; thinking I would go back out later and take a few pictures and join my fellow photographer Michelle McDaid in her photography project...around the block.
After my run I decided to do a bit of yard work, had some lunch and then couldn't keep my eyes open, so I took a nap; I guess that was fitness will do to you when your not used to it. Oh well, next time.
This day was so representative of my life right now, so many things about it is so right, while others are still in progress. Taking the time to do what I want (running & yard work) while others are those that I still wish for (pictures) but not quite ready for.
Don't misunderstand by any means, this weekend was probably one of the most enjoyable I have had in a while but I am the type of person that must understand and learn from what I do and what I am unable to do. Its how I will grow and make this year all about me.
As always thanks for stopping by
As I was running, I was enjoying this bright and beautiful day, listening to some music, running at a slow but steady pace and enjoying all the beauty that was around my neighborhood; thinking I would go back out later and take a few pictures and join my fellow photographer Michelle McDaid in her photography project...around the block.
After my run I decided to do a bit of yard work, had some lunch and then couldn't keep my eyes open, so I took a nap; I guess that was fitness will do to you when your not used to it. Oh well, next time.
This day was so representative of my life right now, so many things about it is so right, while others are still in progress. Taking the time to do what I want (running & yard work) while others are those that I still wish for (pictures) but not quite ready for.
Don't misunderstand by any means, this weekend was probably one of the most enjoyable I have had in a while but I am the type of person that must understand and learn from what I do and what I am unable to do. Its how I will grow and make this year all about me.
As always thanks for stopping by
Saturday, February 4, 2012
The unltimate girls day
An AMAZING day spent with my future daughter-in-law, her bridesmaids and the mother of the bride touring Arden Hills Resort, churches and a bit of bridesmaids dress shopping...the ultimate girls day!
Watching her face light up when her girlfriends and Mother reacted to the venue the way she had hoped, was such a joy. I know the two of them love this place and wanted us to love it as much as they do; and we did.
As joyous as this occasions is, I cant not think about a very important person that wont be with us in this celebration, my Mother. I think back to my own wedding planning and I was so independent and was adamant that I did not need any help, that I did not include her as much as I wish I would have. At the time I never considered that it wasn't about me not being capable, it was about including her in the process. I see that now, I get it!
I've long been a "loner" in the sense that I don't depend on others; I guess because I don't want to feel the disappointment. But this is such a huge contradiction for me, I always see the good in people and if that is true, why would I feel like they are going to disappointment me?
Letting people in, has always been and continues to be a struggle for me. I want to let them in but I protect myself so much that I find it so difficult to let the true me out...oh this is getting so tiring I must learn to let the true me out.
Well the true me with arise this year as I discover exactly what that is. What I do know, is that I must find a balance between enjoying others happiness along side them as well as experiencing it for myself.
Watch out life...her I come.
As always thanks for stopping by!
Watching her face light up when her girlfriends and Mother reacted to the venue the way she had hoped, was such a joy. I know the two of them love this place and wanted us to love it as much as they do; and we did.
As joyous as this occasions is, I cant not think about a very important person that wont be with us in this celebration, my Mother. I think back to my own wedding planning and I was so independent and was adamant that I did not need any help, that I did not include her as much as I wish I would have. At the time I never considered that it wasn't about me not being capable, it was about including her in the process. I see that now, I get it!
I've long been a "loner" in the sense that I don't depend on others; I guess because I don't want to feel the disappointment. But this is such a huge contradiction for me, I always see the good in people and if that is true, why would I feel like they are going to disappointment me?
Letting people in, has always been and continues to be a struggle for me. I want to let them in but I protect myself so much that I find it so difficult to let the true me out...oh this is getting so tiring I must learn to let the true me out.
Well the true me with arise this year as I discover exactly what that is. What I do know, is that I must find a balance between enjoying others happiness along side them as well as experiencing it for myself.
Watch out life...her I come.
As always thanks for stopping by!
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