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Secret Garden

This afternoon I captured a couple high school seniors with their families as part of the porch series. It was a beautiful day and I met two beautiful families. On the second shoot the mom asked me if I would like to take a look at their back “porch”. Little did I know she wasContinue reading “Secret Garden”

Taking Care

I have the most thoughtful friends. I wish I were a more thoughtful, intentional person. I get so wrapped up in my world, I often forget to look after those I do care about and love. Time just gets away from me. A good friend in my small group at church put together a carContinue reading “Taking Care”

Hunkering Down

This pretty much sums up our day.. A spin on Pioneer Womans Orange sweet rolls, planting in the raised beds, and a Cheesy Baked Ricotta and Sausage Pasta for dinner. It feels good to dig in the dirt and plant veggies and flowers. It feels hopeful. It also feels good to cook for my family.Continue reading “Hunkering Down”

Farm to Table

Being forced to stay home hasn’t been a bad thing altogether. I’ve slowed down a bit and have taken time to things I’m usually just too busy to do. Last night I actually became a PBS member… this officially marks the beginning of middle age or so. I started watching a PBS program last weekContinue reading “Farm to Table”

Water Color… I can do it! I did it….

Is there anything you’ve wanted to do for a long time and just haven’t ever attempted it? I have wanted to pursue water color since I was in high school. I think it was fear that kept me from even trying. I didn’t think I could draw. I didn’t think I had the time. IContinue reading “Water Color… I can do it! I did it….”

Embracing the F Word

So tonight I’m speaking (very briefly) at my kiddos school! Am I nervous? Yes. YES! Why is public speaking such a challenge? I can tell you… Its FEAR…. Fear from all the negative talk that keeps swirling around my head no matter how prepared I am. When the Headmaster e-mailed me requesting that I sayContinue reading “Embracing the F Word”

Welcome

Hello, I’m Shelly. Welcome to the little space I document all the things… the design projects, family fun, recipes, party plans, travel and projects I create. I like to look back on the things I have done. It reminds me that I can do great things, and inspires me to keep doing all the things.Continue reading “Welcome”