I LOVE getting to visit with my blog girls. This weekend I got to do that very thing twice. Curtis, Amanda, Jackson and I met up at Sam Houston Park downtown. It is just a beautiful place. I have forgot how the energy of a two year old is super contagious. I have laughed and smiled all day as I have been editing these images.
You guys are one amazing family. I feel honored.
and just for fun…
Here is a photo mr.jackson shot of me.
Enjoy.
You will be amazed by all the good hair in this photo. I am. And yes, that includes you Curtis.
and soon to be baby boy cash…
I get to meet some great families through this little business. I count it an honor. You guys were so fun to hang out with. I am excited to hear what the girls got from the toy store. Did Maggie come home with a Dora?
Peek Away.
[ashely. fyi. maggie is looking in a lot of the other photos these just happen to be my faves]
These two are high school sweethearts. Mike, Amy, Me & Ernest all went to high school together. Seriously. Amy is an awesome photographer and an equally amazing decorator. Check out her blog here. Today we had the opportunity to switch out some shots for Christmas Cards. It is so different to be in front of the camera. I REALLY love my place behind it.
My favorites…
My body is experiencing withdrawals from a nature filled weekend. I hitched a ride out to Cat Springs for the annual Ecclesia women’s retreat. I really did not know what to expect and had some serious thoughts of backing out at the last minute but I didn’t. Good. I enjoyed laying on grass, hearing the sounds of a waterfall, great conversation, great worship, and much laughter. When we went in for worship I was surprised that one of the worship leaders looked very familiar to me. In that “how do I know this person” kind of familiar. I finally realized that it was Donna from the butterfly blog. I have checked out her blog a few times from another blog friend Lauren. I am telling you this blog life is fun and equally strange. Anyway, Donna and Jill did such an amazing job leading us to worship. They are together witty and ever so talented.
Throughout the weekend my goal was to get alone and write a lot of stuff in my journal. Every time I went to write my words would just not come. Instead I kept seeing this picture in my mind. It was of me raising my hands to God handing over my heart. An offering if you will. Letting go. Over and over this image would roll in and out of my thoughts. It made such an impression on me that I needed to create it. Along with my 9 year old photographer it was done.
A picture of letting go. Me. I am letting go of fear. Fear of a wounded heart. Yes. That is what this portrait is symbolizing. It took me laying on some grass + full attention for me to hear. I feel like singing the song that goes something like… “I can see clearly now the rain is gone…“.
I love the way that God romances me into a deeper relationship. The melodies, photos, words seem to flutter the little girl inside me.
So I wonder.
What does it for you?
i always loved playing with dolls. newborn shooting is like the grown up version.
love it.
let’s discuss: what is your favorite memory from being a “new” mommy? or what do you most look forward to? i will leave mine in a comment soon.
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Shara and Justin I so enjoyed spending the morning with you. Your family, home, and spirit are all beautiful and you were a joy to photograph. Enjoy.
I am so excited about the Holiday Season. Pumpkins, Turkey, Christmas, it is all so fun. It is a time to sit back and reflect on our year and give thanks for all the blessings and the growth.
I am also happy to announce that Debra Parker Design will be offering Holiday Mini Sessions. This is a great time to get a creative photo for your Christmas Card and or Gift Prints.
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Here are the details:
Holiday Mini Session
20-30 Minute session
Location: Midtown Area (great texture for interesting photos)
2-5 Images on CD with print release (for Christmas Cards) as well as an online Gallery for portrait orders.
Date: Saturday, November 1.
Time: 8am - Noon (in 30 minute increments)
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Cost:$100
up to 4 people. $10 per person above 4.
a $50 non-refundable deposit will be due on or before October 18th.
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Session are limited. Book soon. Click on the contact me button at the top right corner or email debra@debraparkerdesign.com.
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.if you would like to have a full one hour session and more photos just book for two “minis” back to back.
.plan to not be late as we will only have a short amount of time.
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Want to check out my photo style? Check out the portfolio. You can expect photos of real life and real fun. Don’t shop for hours finding those matching outfits. Come as you are. I always tell clients to show up how they would to a casual dinner on a Saturday night. Hair tousled, kids in their favorite tee that they MUST wear every day. Come, be fun, be YOU.
(We are still scheduling other dates for full family sessions. Contact us if you are interested.)
for me please.
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if you want some specifics you can pray for:
our adoption and the funds.
for this one soul to trust in her Lord with ALL her heart.
to follow even in the dark.
to have a good hair day tomorrow.
i thank you in advance.
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this was my day. (this and laundry)
What can I do with this photo? Postcard? Note card? help please.
