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My life was choas until I started doing this every week | Fotos and Families

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Having this planner helps me sleep at night. On the off weeks when I don’t have my week planned, I am more stressed, go to bed worrying I got done what I needed, and my brain is constantly frazzled. When my week is planned, I know everything is written down and I don’t have to remember it. During the week I make plenty of notes and add things as needed. Here are some from around the web that I really like and some I have used. I got this one. Last year from Design Aglow and LOVE it! I use to have this one.

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Part of My Sanity Retention Program | Fotos and Families

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Part of My Sanity Retention Program. Being organized is my sanity retention program. Having my kids help with our hectic family schedule is a part of my program :). Come check out the post I wrote for A Grande Life. About how to get your kids involved and help you out. You want some of your sanity back too, right? I am a wife and mother, creator, dreamer, and memory maker. Your email address will not be published. I’m a Colorado Photographer Now! Our Dress Form Christmas Tree. But I Have Nothing to Wear!

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Finding Self-Acceptance | Fotos and Families

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Now, this is a story all about how. My life got flipped-turned upside down. And I’d like to take a minute. Just sit right there. I’ll tell you how I became the queen of a town called self love……. It was in that moment, looking back, I began to think there was something wrong with me physically. So began the quest for a size 2 body that I clearly was not created to have. Over the next ten to twelve years I tried so many different ways from “spot toning” to aerobics (remember Jazzercise? No, I didn’t...

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Tips For Taking Your Own Headshot | Fotos and Families

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Tips to Nail Your Own Headshot. Beforehand think about what part of your personality you want to convey, i.e. serious, out of the box thinker, energetic. Then look in the mirror and try some different facial expressions to convey that. Choose a few to try out. Next, find a very well lit area but not in direct sun. Outside is best because the color of indoor lights can make your skin look funky. Dress (at least the upper half of you) and do your hair/makeup like you would for an interview. So Was I….

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The Duggar Story is Mine | Fotos and Families

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The Duggar Story is Mine. I know this is not what I normally write about here but the subject is incredibly important……. My soul has so much to say but I find the words aren’t there. You see, this story is mine. I am very open about my life. A verse from my favorite Bible story, Esther. I began to see how a few circumstances that have happened over the last couple months have paved the way. One of the very first studies. According to one study. Not only does the school teach the nitty gritty but it also ...

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Woodburn Oregon High School Prom | Fotos and Families

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Woodburn High School Prom. The man in high school was a nerd, quiet and not popular. Him and his friends had their band, that was all they needed. He went to a private school where there we no dances, thus no prom for him either. Line Dancing to a School Favorite. Although the old man wanted to stick some cotton in his ears, we had a fun time. One of the principals even commented how this was a record number of kids wanting to get their photo taken. I like to have fun! Our Dress Form Christmas Tree.

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Mt Angel Oregon Photoshoot Location | Fotos and Families

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Mt Angel, Oregon Location. If you aren’t a local, let it inspire you. This is natural leading lines AND framing! Would you rather be closer to the door or toward the end of the ramp? There were so many different stair opportunities. Maybe we could roll up the black mat and put it back when we are done? Another great place for stairs. The pony wall from the above stairs. Perfect for standing parents and sitting young ones. I have all kinds of ideas with this tree! Natural framing and even in the shade!

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Children’s Books to Inspire You (not your kids) | Fotos and Families

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Children’s Books to Inspire You (not your kids). Have you ever read a children’s book and thought, “Why am I wasting my time with long self-improvement books? 8221; I was reading two books to our youngest and after had to take a few minutes to ponder what I had just read. Kid’s books? The first one we read was Have You Filled a Bucket Today? This book confirmed my calling and encouraged me to continue putting in the work. Go read this book to yourself and your kids. It’s a good one! The One Most Importan...

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St Louis Ponds, Woodburn Oregon | Fotos and Families

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St Louis Ponds, Woodburn Oregon. Can you imagine a sweet family sitting on this log? Or maybe a couple on this bench? There are many, many little docks like this one. There are a handful of meadows that would be a lovely place when the sun is setting! Don’t you just want to channel Little House on the Prairie? Here’s another landing that is more modern looking. It is in the shape of a T so there are many angles to get that perfect shot. I am a wife and mother, creator, dreamer, and memory maker.

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Taking the Awkward out of Pictures | Fotos and Families

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Taking the Awkward Out of Pictures. Getting your picture taken is awkward. I won’t try to deny that. Did you know they don’t have to be? What if I told you they can be fun? One major reason people don’t like to be in a photo is because they are self-conscious. Sure, even the super models have body parts they wish were different. What we see in a magazine isn’t even true to real life so please don’t compare yourself to any of them. Want to know how to get around this? Are you more quiet and serious? With ...