Everyone starts their own business for different reasons. Some people do it because they are passionate. Some people do it for the money. Some people do it to meet familial obligations and expectations that they will never be able to fulfill.
I did it for happiness.
My clients often tell me how much they love the emotion captured in my images. I tell them it's a team effort because you can feel my excitement and happiness in their moment. It's so exciting to not only witness love unfold in front of your eyes but to able to document it for someone to cherish the rest of their lives, but it's also incredible...it's actually quite an honor.
I realized last night that I hadn't accomplished anything this past week that made me happy. That's not because I haven't "done" anything per se, but more or less, I have super high expectations of myself. My dad used to tell me that I am the biggest critic of myself and sometimes I have to remember that I am mortal and not a superwoman possessed with "get it all done today" powers...although that would be pretty cool!
So I decided this morning to start doing something that I used to do every morning....and it makes me very happy :)
It's not just that it's the beach...there's something almost magical about walking along these bluffs...you can hear the seals yelping and the waves rushing in and the surf pounding the sand and the seagulls chirping away and this soothing beach music is a reminder to enjoy each day without regrets and each day without anger and to just be happy.
I think Bear would agree, too
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This is one of those weeks where things keep getting more and more busy...like I am on a runaway train and I'm not sure how to make it slow down! In between all the craziness this week, I've got to find some time to clean because my parents ARE COMING TO TOWN NEXT WEEK! woohoo! I *really* hope it stays warm but we'll see!
For this weeks installment of the resource room I am sharing TWO bridal resources :)
First up:
White Thread. I LOVE this blog...it's a bridal resource for NC/SC brides. Today they are featuring Monique Lhuillier gowns...yummy!
And next up:
Utterly Engaged. Be sure to check out their e-magazine...chock full of A.M.A.Z.I.N.G designs and ideas!!!
And because Bear makes everything better...
Happy Thursday!
dottie says:
Ah, Bear, you gorgeous dog you! Absolutely my most favorite boy-granddog! Just seeing your picture makes my day better! hope you and your fam have a super weekend......lots love
(10.22.09 @ 12:34 PM)
sara-anne says:
You always have such wonderful information to share...I love it and thank you!
(10.27.09 @ 12:14 PM)
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A few months ago I had the pleasure of second shooting with Kelli again...this wedding was held at the Dillidet Adobe in San Luis Obispo...it was such a gorgeous, intimate ceremony with beautiful country details!
Thanks again Kelli!
And, Happy Birthday Mom!!! I love you!!!!! :)
sara says:
whitney, these are breathtaking!
(10.20.09 @ 02:42 PM)
Carol says:
Whitney - Each and every image is very sharp with your signature attention to all the very important little details!! I especially love the ones of the family at the base of the huge tree and the wagon loaded with gifts!! Beautiful!!!
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Happy Friday everyone! Just wanted to drop a quick thank you on the blog to Jennifer Bragg for featuring my business on the Santa Barbara Female Entrepreneur website. I've talked about SBFE before and how much I love it, but if you're in the area I really want you to come out---we meet once a month...typically the last Wednesday of the month and we have a great time, talk business and fun stuff and in general just have a good time. When I first moved to Santa Barbara I knew I wanted to find a group like this but wasn't sure where to look....thanks to Twitter, Jennifer found me and invited me. Go check out her realtor site and be sure to come join us if you're in the area...and if you're not, then start your own! :)
This past Wednesday was 16 months since Mike and I got married and he brought me a few crazy pink/orange sunflowers because he knows that I love odd/different flowers...they're so pretty and they have turned the water pink...cute! I love you Mike--this has been the best 16 months of my life! :)
dottie says:
love you both tons !!! have a great weekend !!
(10.16.09 @ 12:15 PM)
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The sun is out, the temperature is warm and I am pumped that it's Thursday! What about you? Is it raining where you are?
Today for my resource room posts, I am first going to share The Future Buzz as my photographer/entrepreneur resource. I've been addicted to this blog for quite some time now and I love that this blog covers everything from marketing to economics to SEO...check it out!
For all my brides out there, I accidentally stumbled upon this blog while I was looking for another one and I am so glad I found this one! Be sure to bookmark the Ruffled blog as it has some amazing photographic inspiration boards and ideas for wedding planning.
Thanks for tuning in and be sure to check back tomorrow! Happy Thursday everyone :)
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You said it all.....Just be happy and what better way to be happy than looking at these marvelous views that you have so magically captured through the lens of your camera.....and who could forget "man's best friend" - your loyal and loving companion - Bear!! Very, very insightful and lovely words.
(10.26.09 @ 07:32 AM)