Painting

  

Hey Y'all! I can't wait for Spring and Summer to arrive! So many projects, 

but none will come if I don't start picking up on business. I plan on bringing back my 

CUSTOM PAINTINGS set of 3 - 8"x10", 16x20, and 24x36 other sizes

will be to request. Here is a recent painting that I touched up. I am a perfectionist. 

"If you don't love your work who else will?"

That's how I feel about all the designs I do. Yes, I always see my imperfections, it's the love and passion that keep me moving forward and trying to better myself. 

I've done several Illustrations. I would love Love LOVE to do more. 

Oh, how I am loving my WACOM tablet.

 In about two months (Hoping I'll be healed) I am going to try to start offering painting Parties! If anything a Ladies Craft Party! I want this to be a FUN experience and enjoy some great laughs with other women that want to relax and learn something new. I'm so excited and hope that this will put my foot in the door to the community. 

I'm already getting asked the question: "When do you have time?"

The way I see it: When don't I have time? 

     I've been waiting my whole life to pick up on this sort of event. I used to be too young or not know the right people. It's time for change! I can't wait to get started! Plus, I have met some amazing people I can't wait to work with and hope that this is what God has directed me to do.

PHOTOGRAPHY? It's been slow, but I hope it picks up. I also hope to get a REAL website soon. HERE is the link to what I have so far!

I'd love to hear feedback! 

For now back to laying down and praying that my little bundle will arrive safely soon.

SURVIVING BED REST

Hey Y'all,

Can I just say Bed Rest stinks?

It was/is very much needed. All the time spent thinking my head is going to explode. Not really, but it was very much needed.

Some articles over Bed Rest give tips to get your feet up and rubbed by spouse, shop online, and enjoy being pampered. I don't know about you, but that's just not possible in my case. Maybe if I fill up a shopping cart only to exit out without looking at the total? *insane nervous laughter* As for husband, he works third shift and is helping as much as he can. I did have one of my sisters in law be able to watch Ember and Jake for a couple of days. It is relief knowing they are in good hands and able to get looked well after. I can't chase them at the moment and it's breaking me. God is so great! I can't not express how much I am thankful for the family he has brought into my life.

So here are my tips:
1. Have ready made meals prepared. Even if that means having someone bring over a casserole or meals for you.
2. Stock up on disposable cups, plates, napkins, and utensils.
3. Have someone help with laundry!
4. Pray.
5. Lay down! After being told I was on strict bed rest I tried to sit up and help by folding laundry, still changing diapers and getting "wrestled" by my one year old boy. I learned my lesson.

During these last few weeks, I have watched several profit marketing videos to help boost business and make a profit for yourself. It was very helpful and has me slapping my forehead. Why didn't I start sooner? Than I have to remind myself.. three babies under three years. Or should I say five pregnancies in less than three years. I have been sick a lot. My body is getting a rest. Other than the bed rest. I am going to get my tubes tied after Cameron.

As for sessions, I am hoping to start booking them for June. That gives three or four months to rest and prepare. I want to also clean up shed/back yard and have sessions here. Why? I want a studio. There is an old barn in my back yard is the ultimate prop until a studio can be accomplished. I would do mini sessions sooner than June, but I really don't see that happening at the moment.

My Etsy is down and may be down for a while. As for the templates/illustrations and other products... I am hoping to finish my catalog soon! If all goes well, in the month of May I'll have several catalogs printed to take with me to town and leave at local businesses. I am also making a digital PDF download for the iPad to take with me to sessions. Lets say cheer to a better future!

Preterm?

Hey Y'all,

It looks like we may be having Cameron earlier than expected...

Last week I came in to the hospital because of cramping. I was dehydrated and received two liters of fluid. The contractions stopped during the second bag. Sadly as soon as I really had to go to the bathroom I had a sharp pain. Turned out my contractions got worse. 

I was put on med every six hours to try to prevent the preterm labor. Sadly, I had to up it on Thursday to every 4 hours. 

During checkup, yesterday, I have dilated to 1 to 1.5 cm. Needless to say my Midwife was not too thrilled. I had a shot to help develop his lungs yesterday and another one today. 

I'm praying he can wait a few more weeks. I'm also trying to continue with my Etsy amongst it all... I was not prepared for any complications. 

https://www.etsy.com/listing/176412111/owl-love-you-forever

                                                                                Enjoy!