Tuesday, October 26, 2010
Sunday, October 17, 2010
stuff I'm getting much clarity on...
And the tribe grows.
We have been together many times, each time gathering information, working to a state of enlightenment. This time, it’s different. We will collect in small communities and network all over the world to form one light tribe of Earth.
We are called.
That feeling that there is someone you need to meet, somewhere you need to go is important. Listen to it. You are being led. You will meet and resonate with the ones you need to work with.
There will be challenges.
Our time here is a game of sorts, and definitely a test. Your role and interactions shape your experience, and when adversity strikes, you only have control over how you react to it. Each experience is an opportunity to learn and grow. Jump in without fear.
Let go of all attachments.
In order to freely love, you must release all of the stories of need, and ownership. Nothing and nobody belongs to you, and you belong to no one. The stuff of the human world isn’t the focus of the reality.
There are two human emotions, fear, and love.
Live in love, and fear dissolves. Live in light and dark dissolves. We are shown the other side for contrast, but do not need to dwell there. We are of the light, and we live in love.
Our survival depends on supporting each other.
Each given gifts, we work together to be a strong community. Empowering others as we shine in our own strengths.
Be the change…
It’s time to wake up. Synchronicity is everywhere when you allow it. Release your old ways, and reduce the interactions with people that don’t now serve your highest good. We cannot help anyone but ourselves, and in doing so; we shine a beacon that inspires others to find their own light.
We have been together many times, each time gathering information, working to a state of enlightenment. This time, it’s different. We will collect in small communities and network all over the world to form one light tribe of Earth.
We are called.
That feeling that there is someone you need to meet, somewhere you need to go is important. Listen to it. You are being led. You will meet and resonate with the ones you need to work with.
There will be challenges.
Our time here is a game of sorts, and definitely a test. Your role and interactions shape your experience, and when adversity strikes, you only have control over how you react to it. Each experience is an opportunity to learn and grow. Jump in without fear.
Let go of all attachments.
In order to freely love, you must release all of the stories of need, and ownership. Nothing and nobody belongs to you, and you belong to no one. The stuff of the human world isn’t the focus of the reality.
There are two human emotions, fear, and love.
Live in love, and fear dissolves. Live in light and dark dissolves. We are shown the other side for contrast, but do not need to dwell there. We are of the light, and we live in love.
Our survival depends on supporting each other.
Each given gifts, we work together to be a strong community. Empowering others as we shine in our own strengths.
Be the change…
It’s time to wake up. Synchronicity is everywhere when you allow it. Release your old ways, and reduce the interactions with people that don’t now serve your highest good. We cannot help anyone but ourselves, and in doing so; we shine a beacon that inspires others to find their own light.
Sunday, September 12, 2010
Monday, August 23, 2010
Bottling vs. Releasing
Wow, just got clarity from a 2 year old... Pay attention to what's going on around you, there are lessons everywhere!
I know that holding in tension, stress, sadness, and anger isn't productive. We are given the ability to FEEL so we can fully experience being human. Scream out your anger, cry out your sadness, and sing out your happiness, and dance out pure joy...
Watch a kid. Closely. What do they do that we can learn from? While we aren't stifling their desire to BE fully in the space of expression and creativity, when we ALLOW them to BE, what do they do?
I know that holding in tension, stress, sadness, and anger isn't productive. We are given the ability to FEEL so we can fully experience being human. Scream out your anger, cry out your sadness, and sing out your happiness, and dance out pure joy...
Watch a kid. Closely. What do they do that we can learn from? While we aren't stifling their desire to BE fully in the space of expression and creativity, when we ALLOW them to BE, what do they do?
Thursday, April 1, 2010
Monday, January 25, 2010
The gift of an ordinary day...
Watching this made me realize that my photography isn't just for "special occasions", because every moment is a special occasion. Life is a series of moments we can fully experience, or let pass by. Which do you choose?
Wednesday, December 9, 2009
"Why are Professional Photographers so Expensive?!"
Putting a price on art is always a tricky thing. Art is valued mostly by the people who appreciate it, and the amount of time, effort, and talent going into different types of art varies vastly.
I was flipping through Professional Photographer magazine and came across this article by Shawn Richter of Caught on Film Photography, in San Diego.
"WHY ARE PROFESSIONAL PHOTOGRAPHERS SO EXPENSIVE?"
My first thought was... "Am I?"
After reading this article, I am completely comfortable with the rate I have decided on.
My intentions are to keep my prices low enough that my clients can get photos often, and offer prints at a price that gets most of, or all of their images in their hands.
I also am a dedicated work from home mom with two young kids that I will be home schooling. I am happy to work alone, and keep the amount of hours I work low.
The point is that we all have a place, and a talent that we can share with the world. I'm just one person, doing what I love, and I happen to get paid for it. I am thrilled to be in this place, and to be able to share what I can do with you...
What's your talent?
I was flipping through Professional Photographer magazine and came across this article by Shawn Richter of Caught on Film Photography, in San Diego.
"WHY ARE PROFESSIONAL PHOTOGRAPHERS SO EXPENSIVE?"
My first thought was... "Am I?"
After reading this article, I am completely comfortable with the rate I have decided on.
My intentions are to keep my prices low enough that my clients can get photos often, and offer prints at a price that gets most of, or all of their images in their hands.
I also am a dedicated work from home mom with two young kids that I will be home schooling. I am happy to work alone, and keep the amount of hours I work low.
The point is that we all have a place, and a talent that we can share with the world. I'm just one person, doing what I love, and I happen to get paid for it. I am thrilled to be in this place, and to be able to share what I can do with you...
What's your talent?
Wednesday, December 2, 2009
Thursday, October 29, 2009
Sunday, October 18, 2009
Top Line Foods
As a stay at home mom, I cook 3 meals a day most of the week. Recently I was browsing Natural AZ and found a company called Top Line Foods. They boast organic, free range, grass fed, hormone free, wild caught... DELIVERED! You know, all the things that are desirable the more we find out about how our food is handled and raised.
The ad said something about a free sample box. I set up an appointment and am SO GLAD I DID!
The first rep that I spoke with was helpful, and friendly, answering the few questions I had. The day before our appointment, I got a call from Tom Gundrum, one of the 3 owners of the company. Apparently the other guy wasn't able to make it, so he was filling in.
The next day, he visited my home, bringing a sample box with steak, salmon, chicken, and burgers. It was nice to see how they packaged their food. Vacuum sealed, and mostly individually wrapped. We went over all of the items they offer, and came up with a menu that would work for our family.
After discussing everything with my husband, and sampling the meats, we decided to give it a try. Tom was flexible with the plans they offer to suit our needs, and we got our first 3 months of food delivered about 2 weeks later.
The fist thing I have to say about their products is the convenience is fantastic. Go to the freezer, grab a meat, and a veggie. The way the meats are frozen allows them to that in about 15 minutes in cold water. THIS IS SUPER COOL! I don't like what microwaves do to meat when thawing, and I rarely plan dinner more than an hour before I want to be eating it.
The second thing is the flavor...
When we sample the meats, we added no salt, or seasonings. Grass fed free range beef... Fantastic. The salmon converted my sister too. She had tried salmon numerous times and never liked the flavor. She was happy to eat this salmon, even without butter, lemon, or salt.
Tonight we had Chicken Tandoori Makhani and green beans with cashews and ginger. 3 chicken breasts from the freezer, and a bag of green beans, I found the Makhani sauce at Big Lots. They often have unusual exotic foods. 30 minutes later, we're eating a fantastic meal that measured up to many restaurants at a fraction of the cost. There was even enough leftover for Jason to take for lunch tomorrow.
Here's a couple of things to know, or consider if you want to try out Top Line Foods.
~ You will still need to go to the grocery store. They do not provide everything an average family eats, mainly not dairy, breads and cereals, and fresh produce. HOWEVER, your grocery bill will probably be reduced because of the elimination of many impulse buys. Another thing to consider is the QUALITY of the food you are getting.
~ You can customize your menu based on what your family eats. You start by crossing off foods you wouldn't want. Then the value of these foods, measured in points, can be applied to other items you want more of.
I'm very happy with it so far. If this sounds like something you might like to try out, give them a call, and enjoy a visit and a sampler of some top line foods.
Wow, I sound like a commercial, and they aren't even paying me :)
Signed,
Andrea, the satisfied customer
The ad said something about a free sample box. I set up an appointment and am SO GLAD I DID!
The first rep that I spoke with was helpful, and friendly, answering the few questions I had. The day before our appointment, I got a call from Tom Gundrum, one of the 3 owners of the company. Apparently the other guy wasn't able to make it, so he was filling in.
The next day, he visited my home, bringing a sample box with steak, salmon, chicken, and burgers. It was nice to see how they packaged their food. Vacuum sealed, and mostly individually wrapped. We went over all of the items they offer, and came up with a menu that would work for our family.
After discussing everything with my husband, and sampling the meats, we decided to give it a try. Tom was flexible with the plans they offer to suit our needs, and we got our first 3 months of food delivered about 2 weeks later.
The fist thing I have to say about their products is the convenience is fantastic. Go to the freezer, grab a meat, and a veggie. The way the meats are frozen allows them to that in about 15 minutes in cold water. THIS IS SUPER COOL! I don't like what microwaves do to meat when thawing, and I rarely plan dinner more than an hour before I want to be eating it.
The second thing is the flavor...
When we sample the meats, we added no salt, or seasonings. Grass fed free range beef... Fantastic. The salmon converted my sister too. She had tried salmon numerous times and never liked the flavor. She was happy to eat this salmon, even without butter, lemon, or salt.
Tonight we had Chicken Tandoori Makhani and green beans with cashews and ginger. 3 chicken breasts from the freezer, and a bag of green beans, I found the Makhani sauce at Big Lots. They often have unusual exotic foods. 30 minutes later, we're eating a fantastic meal that measured up to many restaurants at a fraction of the cost. There was even enough leftover for Jason to take for lunch tomorrow.
Here's a couple of things to know, or consider if you want to try out Top Line Foods.
~ You will still need to go to the grocery store. They do not provide everything an average family eats, mainly not dairy, breads and cereals, and fresh produce. HOWEVER, your grocery bill will probably be reduced because of the elimination of many impulse buys. Another thing to consider is the QUALITY of the food you are getting.
~ You can customize your menu based on what your family eats. You start by crossing off foods you wouldn't want. Then the value of these foods, measured in points, can be applied to other items you want more of.
I'm very happy with it so far. If this sounds like something you might like to try out, give them a call, and enjoy a visit and a sampler of some top line foods.
Wow, I sound like a commercial, and they aren't even paying me :)
Signed,
Andrea, the satisfied customer
Tuesday, September 1, 2009
Wednesday, August 26, 2009
Monday, August 10, 2009
Whoa...
earth album is a simpler, slicker Flickr mash-up that allows you to explore some of the most stunning photos in the world courtesy of Google maps and Flickr. To begin your journey, just click somewhere on the map, e.g. "India". Note-- since the top Flickr images are used, the images change every few weeks; bookmark this site and check back for a different experience in a month!
http://www.earthalbum.com/
and another amazing site...
http://breathingearth.net/
http://www.earthalbum.com/
and another amazing site...
http://breathingearth.net/
Sunday, August 9, 2009
Holiday Photo Session Package
It's August, and the stores already have the holiday stuff out. I know, I know, you don't want to hear this, but it's time to get a jump start on your holiday cards, and I have an awesome deal for you!
Go here to see.
You'll be glad you did!
Go here to see.
You'll be glad you did!
Amador Family
It was a very warm morning when I met this beautiful family at Falcon Hill Park. Until the sprinklers came on, and everyone cooled off a bit.
Saturday, August 1, 2009
Wednesday, July 29, 2009
Thursday, July 16, 2009
My kiddos...
I seem to be taking more photos of other people's kids than my own, so here's a handful of a joyous water playtime they had a couple weeks ago. It's so hot here, you can't be outside without the water...
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