Oh, the days have been full. I have been working what seems like quite a bit of late. But I do enjoy what I do. And it's been such a blessing to work from home, whether I set up an indoor studio or work outdoors. Most of my shoots have been for pregnant mamas, babies and little kiddos ... all a joy to spend time with.

My own kiddos love being a part of the whole process, from setting up the studio and gathering props to giving me their own shot ideas and locations around the yard. So very sweet ...

Today I needed to spend some time editing a shoot on the computer. My kids were right there with me, as they always are. My son played his guitar most of the time, and my baby girl made an abundance of drawings, mostly flowers and rainbows. Such a peaceful work time.
Not only did I get to enjoy my son's sweet music and my daughters giggles, I was able to complete my work.

Not all work days flow so nicely. Some days simply don't seem to flow at all. But today was not one of those and I am grateful.

On another note, some issues that have caused me stress lately have been lifted from my heart. I have learned a lot about myself, my own abilities, my strengths and desires as a photographer. After a new venture began, I realized that door was going to shut just as quickly as it was opened. And that's okay ... my heart is in working with clients, creating little pieces of art. and that's truly where I want to be and what I want to be doing.

Another stress for me has been a health issue my father has been facing. Nothing life threatening, but a back problem that has lingered and now has prevented him from doing all the things he finds joy in, activities and work I'm accustomed to see him doing. It truly doesn't matter how old I am or that I'm married with two children of my own, or how old he is, I am still his daughter and he is my dad ... and I want to see him happy, enjoying his life.

Late this afternoon I saw that once again.

Prayers answered ...