All this packing and working and not sleeping is getting to me. I NEED to do something creative, something that has nothing to do with packing tape and shipping lists. I bought a few kits to scrap with this past weekend but of course, there has been no time to use them. I haven't really been able to get the camera out (other than to take more photos for Craigslist). I haven't had time to color with the kids or design new templates. And it is killing me.
So it was a welcome break from the packing chaos to take some pictures for some friends. We have talked about doing it for months, but things just never worked out. In my desperation for a creative outlet I convinced them that I did have time to stop the sorting and cleaning long enough to take a few photos for their family. I am SO CONVINCED that families NEED pictures of themselves (you know, where BOTH parents are a part of the process). This is why my family is getting photos done next week. I have no pictures of me when I was a little kid with my parents. That is sad. So when I find a family that is willing, I get excited. I am not professional, but at least I can help some families get some photos that they would not otherwise have.
It took a few days but I finally took the time last night to edit some. Although I tend towards loving color photos, the black and white seemed to make me happy last night. But I'll throw in a few color ones too ;) Here are a few of my favs.
Now, where was that packing tape???
So it was a welcome break from the packing chaos to take some pictures for some friends. We have talked about doing it for months, but things just never worked out. In my desperation for a creative outlet I convinced them that I did have time to stop the sorting and cleaning long enough to take a few photos for their family. I am SO CONVINCED that families NEED pictures of themselves (you know, where BOTH parents are a part of the process). This is why my family is getting photos done next week. I have no pictures of me when I was a little kid with my parents. That is sad. So when I find a family that is willing, I get excited. I am not professional, but at least I can help some families get some photos that they would not otherwise have.
It took a few days but I finally took the time last night to edit some. Although I tend towards loving color photos, the black and white seemed to make me happy last night. But I'll throw in a few color ones too ;) Here are a few of my favs.
Now, where was that packing tape???
If you need some additional creative outlet while in Michigan give me a shout - I'll volunteer our family. But, I'm sure all Sally's subjects will offer you plenty of outlet. :-)
Praying for you and your packing specifically today!
Posted by: Cheryl | June 18, 2008 at 07:48 PM
gorgeous photos, Janet! And hey, if and when we go to Indonesia, I'll volunteer my family, too! LOL!
Posted by: Rona | June 18, 2008 at 09:44 PM
What great pictures - I am sure they LOVE them! So important - I too never had photos with my parents really! Hope your final packing is going alright! I keep thinking of you and how you are doing it with 4 kids - me doing it with 3 is about to put me over the edge.
Posted by: MandaKay | June 19, 2008 at 01:04 AM
FABULOUS photos!!! What kind of camera do you use??? I love the photo close up (second to last) blue gorgeous, and stunning eyes! WOW!
btw... I've been thinking of you a lot lately with your packing and moving, praying that you have the patience and strength you need to get everything done and thanking God for His perfect timing in all that needs to be done. Hugs Janet.
Posted by: Theresa Marie | June 19, 2008 at 11:38 AM