life, milestone, and other junk.

It's been a while since I really blogged about my life. Even now I don't have much to say, but wow have we been busy and exhausted... almost all the time. Our only day off in the past week was Saturday because of weekend staff participating in KU's graduation (and the fact that many subs were unavailable also because of graduation).

Luke and I have decided to change up our work schedule... we work together and it's a little bit flexible during the day, so now Luke has decided to take on the brunt of the work instead of us working equal amounts. We're in our second week of doing this and it already is working so much better. This way I'm available during the day to do the paperwork that needs to get done, as well as taking care of Adelle in her own home and having some time to pursue some of my own personal interests (I don't know if I mentioned that I'm working on a graphic design website). I already can feel this change helping our marriage so much and I'm so glad that Luke is willing to take on the extra responsibility. If you've never tried it, it is really challenging working with your spouse, especially this kind of job where it so easily spills into our personal relationship. This new schedule has really helped a lot though. We're not around each other ALL day long, so then we can appreciate the evenings/weekends more.

In other news, ADELLE IS 6 MONTHS OLD TODAY!!!! That is such a milestone that I can't believe she's there already! My sister Lori took some pics of her yesterday and I can't wait to see the best shots! maybe i'll post a pic of her before bed from ON her birthday. I'm going to write her a letter tonight and also write down the things she can do/almost can do right at this moment.

That's all for now!

Lori George Photography

As I've mentioned a few times before on here, my sister Lori has started a photography business. This weekend she officially launched her website/blog and she's included a drawing for a free session! If you live near Lawrence, check it out and leave a comment (by Monday, May 17th!). You could win a free session plus a $25 ordering credit! Also, even if you don't win, she is offering 50% off session fees if you book a session before May 31st (which makes the individual person session only $12.50!).

I'm taking a small part in her business in designing custom announcements/invites/etc. for her clients. Depending on how many opportunities I get through this, I plan to also start my own website where others can order from me as well... maybe other photographers offering to their clients as well as people who just want to order. Anyway, check it out!

my first order...

I have been working a bit with my sister Lori on her budding photography business and have had fun looking at pictures and helping her make editing decisions, etc. Along with that, I have also been working on various announcements/invitations, etc that she can offer to her clients for babies, holidays, etc. Well I got my first order! I took off last names and changed the birthdate to protect a little privacy at least, but here it is! I created that butterfly pattern myself and used a color scheme the mom wanted. It was a lot of fun making this! And of course the photo was taken by Lori! Click on her name to check out her website if you want some great child/family photos taken! And her rates are pretty low so far since she's just starting out.