What's Next.......
Dec 28, 2007
Well, Christmas has come and gone and so has my company, my Mom. I have been pouting all day, ever since she boarded that mean plane that took her away.
So it is time for me to get ready for what is next and that is Baja, Mexico. Ok--let me say that again with a little more excitement, BAJA MEXICO!!!
We have been packing and planning every moment of the day, and trying to take down Christmas decorations, and take care of the baby, and go to urgent care so I can hopefully get better and .... and .... and. The list goes on and on.
We are taking off tomorrow, so I thought that I should post my New Years Resolutions before I go. Maybe that way I will actually feel required to accomplish them!
So it is time for me to get ready for what is next and that is Baja, Mexico. Ok--let me say that again with a little more excitement, BAJA MEXICO!!!
We have been packing and planning every moment of the day, and trying to take down Christmas decorations, and take care of the baby, and go to urgent care so I can hopefully get better and .... and .... and. The list goes on and on.
We are taking off tomorrow, so I thought that I should post my New Years Resolutions before I go. Maybe that way I will actually feel required to accomplish them!
- Actually loose some weight in 2008. I said that I was going to loose the weight right after Kai was born. As of today he is 14 months old and I am still bigger than i would like to be. We are headed to Hawaii in Feburary, so I am going to try to push myself to push of the pounds.
- Live in the Moments more-- not thinking of to-do lists, or people I need to call. I want to live in the moment! Drink it in, be staurated by it and then when it is time to get to my To-Do list, I will put my whole self into it getting done.
- Less stress. Same life but I want to learn a way to handle the stress differently. For example, when I lay down at night it takes me at least 10 minutes to un-tense myself. I walk around all day all coiled up--but I realize that it is not going to get done, I am not going to meet everyone's expectations all the time and in 10 years the stress of the day is probably going to be forgotten.
- I want to dress more like a woman and less like a Mommy. Don't get me wrong, I am proud to be a Mommy, I just don't ALWAYS want to look like one. Plus if I loose some weight it is a gr8 excuse to buy new fun clothes.
- Talk less -- more action! That one should speak for itself!
I think that is enough for me to work on for now, maybe I will add more to the list when we get to the half way point in June. Alright, I have put it out there, I am hoping that people will encourage me to get it done and maybe even do some of it with me. Everything is more fun when you get to do it with someone else....even laundry! :)
Here is a picture of what the scene was like at my house on Christmas day. Kai was so cute opening presents, he was a trip. I can't imagine what we are in for next year.
Here is a picture of what the scene was like at my house on Christmas day. Kai was so cute opening presents, he was a trip. I can't imagine what we are in for next year.
!!!Happy New Year!!!
Gr*8phul this Christmas
Dec 22, 2007
Man, this time of year can be busy...busy...busy, but no matter how fast paced things get I constantly find myself with reasons to be gr8phul. When I look at my precious 14 month old or snuggle in at night to my sweet hearted husband, or any other number of heart warming moments each day--I am reminded of how much I have to be gr8phul for. And it's not a grattitude that is fleeting, I am talking about a grattitude that rocks me to the core of who I am.Today I learned about a little 14 month old boy named Hunter and his fight with cancer. I can't imagine what he must be thinking of or all that is going on in his little world, and my heart breaks for his parents and what they are facing. At our house we have chosen to take Hunter's story personally, to not just let it be forgotten like all the other stories that are constantly coming in and out of view. We are praying for Hunter and all things related to his care, personally.
There is a line in the movie Hotel Rwanda that still haunts me. When a reporter says that people will respond and something will be done once the story of the genocide gets out, the other reporter says that people will hear the story and then go on with their lives... forgetting. Uggggggg!!! Why is it until something is personal we don't move to action? That challenges me and pushes me to want to be a person of action and prayer.
The picture below is little Hunter. Also here is a link to the site Healing Hunter where you can learn more about his story and make a donation if you would like. Even just leave an encouraging word for his parents.
http://healinghunter.blogspot.com/
Dec 16, 2007
I was blessed to be able to spend time with Matt and Brooke yesterday, I was tremendously personally blessed. This couple has been together for 8 years and they still have a flame that runs high and a passion that runs hot. They are best friends and so connected that it is electric but they don't make it about them, they make it about those around them. They have three gorgeous little boys and together they have made a beautiful family. Yesterday was however was not family time it was about the 2people that started their family. Watching through the lense was a pleasure and a joy! They truly are two amazing individuals that make an amazing couple.Thanks guys for spending such a special day with me. It meant a lot and had a big impact on my heart!
The Miller Family
Dec 12, 2007
The other day I went with the Millers and did some Christmas pictures. They are such a fun family. I enjoyed my time with them and I love playing with there kids. They are my kinda people and it really was fun hanging out with them.
Sunny Play Date
Dec 11, 2007
I had the distinct pleasure of spending a sunny California afternoon with the fun and fabulous Mizell family. John and Kristin have a little boy named Luke and he is a blast. He is always exploring his world at high speed and in overdrive. We hung out at a local park (chased Luke around) and then headed to the beach to play (let him get sandy) and it was a good time had by all.
About Me, Kat
I have always been drawn to the camera. Photography is such an interesting blend of technical know how and capturing heart felt emotion.
The challenge is to flawlessly do both, in a split second before the moment passes.
Everyday and every moment is an opportunity to learn to live and shoot better.