Category Archives: Getting Personal

Looking at the Bright Side

Those of you that have been following along for quite some time know that photography is not my full-time job. I have a corporate 9-5.  I try not to go into too much detail about that part of my life, but let’s just say it’s not my happy place.  It hasn’t been for a very […]

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September 18, 2012 - 2:06 am

Katherine Vargas - so lovely capture.

September 18, 2012 - 7:48 am

Amy - Sunflowers are such happy fellows!

I’m certainly thankfully for whatever started you blogging–how else would we have ‘met?’ :) So here’s to you, and moments of darkness that turn to light!

P.S.–one of these days photography will be your full time job. I’m certain!

September 18, 2012 - 9:39 am

Angelia Sims - I didn’t get a chance to see the fields here, but I know we had some gorgeous ones. I can’t imagine a more magical place than where you are. And girl, with your talent, you could easily do photography full-time.

September 18, 2012 - 11:01 am

mindy - Right there with, ya, girlfriend :)
i love that sunflower.

September 18, 2012 - 11:53 am

emily - Such a pretty photo! I love sunflowers. Isn’t it interesting the path life leads you on…not necessarily a straight path by any means!

September 18, 2012 - 9:47 pm

Sandy - It was simply beautiful! I’m glad u enjoyed it as much as we did! Can’t wait to go back next year!

September 18, 2012 - 10:07 pm

Jennifer {StudioJRU} - How wonderful to find a happy place like that, Maddy. What a blessing to discover our passion. That photo is gorgeous!

September 21, 2012 - 11:18 am

Hannah - Aw, what a beautiful perspective! And very eloquently put. :)

I’m glad you started blogging, too! I’m one friend richer because of it. :)

September 24, 2012 - 8:55 pm

Elena - Gorgeous sunflower shot! Perfect composition!

September 26, 2012 - 2:08 pm

The Guilty Hyena - Very inspiring and nicely put, I hope you are having better times in your new office.

October 9, 2012 - 2:48 pm

Keeley @ My Life on a Plate - I’m little behind on my blog reading, but I really like this post. I’m feeling the same way about my job at this point. I’m wondering if it’s just my current position or if I really did make a poor career choice. My passion is cooking… not sure I can make a living with it, but so happy I found a fun and productive hobby to get me through the hard days.

The Creativity Project // Life At My House

I was really excited when I heard that this month’s Creativity Project theme was “Life at My House”.  I’ve always been a fan of documentary photography, but don’t always get the opportunity to stretch that muscle. Because let’s face it: it’s just me, Kleber and our pup. Our home life can be pretty mundane and […]

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September 10, 2012 - 7:04 pm

Katherine - lovely and so relaxing great out take Maddy!

September 10, 2012 - 7:07 pm

Life with Kaishon - I love your home Maddy. You know I am a Kleiber fan! ; ) And totally a puppy fan. I can’t get enough of him! So glad you always join us. I love your pictures. I love your heart. Love, Becky

September 10, 2012 - 7:48 pm

Sandra - Love these!!! It’s so important to document these moments!

September 10, 2012 - 7:51 pm

Sharon - I think you managed just perfect! These are great! Love your pup BTW.

September 10, 2012 - 8:25 pm

Marvett Smith - I don’t think life at your house looks mundane at all. It looks like it’s full of love and happiness!

September 10, 2012 - 8:53 pm

Scarlett - oh Mr Parker is getting so big! love the last photo!

September 10, 2012 - 9:30 pm

Buckeroomama - Keep doing these, Maddy.. you’re good! One day you are going to look back on these pics and marvel at how ‘peaceful’ and ‘quiet’ things were before the kiddies came. :)

September 11, 2012 - 1:18 am

Julia - Your puppy is the cutest ever <3 Loved looking through these images, the light and tones are perfect !!!

September 11, 2012 - 7:59 am

Amy - That first picture kills me! :) Looks like the perfect way to spend the day, to me . . .

September 11, 2012 - 9:39 am

mindy - awesome post, my friend. I think you did a great job and there is nothing mundane about your home life!!! even movie days deserve documenting…

September 11, 2012 - 9:09 pm

Sana - How cute are you guys?! And what a great theme/project. Digging’ Keller!

September 13, 2012 - 3:13 pm

Gloria - Awww I love these photos – especially the last one of you and Parker!

September 13, 2012 - 10:47 pm

ellesees.blogspot.com - that PUP!!! i love seeing the pics on IG

September 14, 2012 - 10:46 pm

Pink Ronnie - What a beautiful storyboard… felt I was there watching the movie with you guys.
Ronnie xo

Sunny Days are Here Again

We put all our indoor projects on hold to focus on the sun porch this summer.  Ideally, we should have had this completed earlier in the season, but we are  purposely taking our DIY projects slowly.  I neglected to take a before picture, but just envision a sad little room with dingy carpet (concrete underneath) and […]

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September 7, 2012 - 10:55 pm

Life with Kaishon - It looks beautiful Maddy! I love it! Your house is a masterpiece : )

September 8, 2012 - 3:44 pm

Tiera - It looks so great!

September 9, 2012 - 11:14 pm

Pinkie Anggia - Good luck with your project dear <3
It's really beautiful :)

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September 10, 2012 - 7:45 am

Amy - Oh, it’s fabulous! I can just imagine dinner parties, friends and family, laughing and talking well into the night!

September 10, 2012 - 9:11 am

mindy - what a great room….perfect for entertaining. great job on the decorating, especially recycling the light, it really is pretty!

September 10, 2012 - 10:10 pm

DITA - WOW WOW AND TRIPLE WOW…..absolutely STUNNING…what a great job you two have done. So extremely proud of you both…you’re an awesome team.

Now, WHEN am I getting my invite??????

xoxoxo
Dita

September 14, 2012 - 10:31 am

sANDY - I love how you put it all together! It’s so cozy!

September 22, 2012 - 11:10 am

Keeley - Maddy, you have such good taste! I know we don’t have a before photo, but you’ve really chosen a home that has great potential. I’m hoping that our next home has the same potential… porches are rare these days (at least where I live). We’re going back and forth between getting a fixer upper for our next home or buying a house that’s already done (because prices are so great). We’ll see!

September 26, 2012 - 2:05 pm

The Guilty Hyena - Entertaining family and friends, food, drink and family game nights during the warmer months is good for the soul, and your sun porch is ideal for that. Hope you had a blast this summer! :)