25 March 2013

life // a ridiculous(ly good) year so far.

I'm truly so grateful.

I was perusing my Instagram photos from the past several weeks and found myself with an ever-widening smile about the way 2013 has progressed thus far.

I really don't mean to brag; this post is not intended to say "hey everyone, look at me!"

It's much more an acknowledgment of the incredible opportunities I've had this year -- opportunities to work with rad couples, talented designers, and wedding vendors, and the truly unbelievable opportunity to make a career out of something I love to do (and feel so lucky to be able to do every. single. day).

I was reminded while reading this post that I still have a lot that I want to accomplish, and that despite all that I have already accomplished, there's a lot more I'm striving for.  BUT, that does NOT mean I shouldn't appreciate and enjoy the success and progress I've experienced thus far.

"Comparison is the thief of joy."

So this post is not about comparison; it's about all the great, awesome, amazing things that I have been able to do!


So far in 2013...

I've met clients and colleagues in fun restaurants and cool coffee shops.


I've gotten crafty making chalkboards and heart-shaped garlands for client photo shoots.  I've scouted event rental showrooms and wedding venues.


I got to meet and work with Summer at Grey Likes Weddings.  And then I got published in Grey Likes Weddings.


I went to Seattle to visit a sweet friend (and photograph her family!).


I celebrated my 29th birthday.


I photographed three styled shoots full of lovely details in gorgeous locations.


And I made lots of new friends. AND I'm getting a studio space with some of them!


Yes, 2013 has been good to me so far.  :)

What has been your favorite part of the year to date?

7 comments:

  1. I'd say traveling to California to visit friends and family I had not seen in awhile :-) Hope 2013 continues to be a wonderful year for you!

    Bev
    Linkouture: Musings on the Creative Side of Life

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  2. Such wonderful things happening for you and you deserve them all sweet friend!

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  3. YAY for awesome starts to 2013!

    Carly
    www.lipglossandcrayons.com

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  4. My favorite part about this year so far has been NOW! I spent the first two months feeling like roadkill but the past two weeks have been considerably better- with spring here, my mood is through the roof! Oh, and the new car I bought. =)

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  5. my fav part so far for 2013 is my Euro getaway :))))))))))))

    btw I spot Rachel Elephant, sister of RubyEllen of Cakies... If I'm not wrong.

    AND IS THAT TRUE FOOD KITCHEN? love.

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  6. Starting to shoot film again after having to send my digital in for repair. That I feel like is pushing me again to start thinking differently about being a photographer. Also continuing to meet other local sellers and chat about the awesome opportunities that may lie ahead.

    Congrats on a great year so far. Yes, enjoy all that you've done. It's good to stop and enjoy those happy moments.

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  7. What a great year you've had!! Hope the spring is just as great for you. :)
    Trish

    www.jellybonesblog.blogspot.com

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