Tuesday, August 24, 2010

I've been in my own little world

It seems like forever since I've been out here to send something off into the blogosphere, I guess only a week...but a lot has happened in that week. Two photo shoots, editing pictures, deadlines, a visit to the ER. Yes the ER, it sounds scary, but it really wasn't a big deal. A couple of test and two ultrasounds later they discovered I have gall bladder issues, who knew such a little organ could cause so much pain? To make a very long week of doctor visits short I've had two days of fasting, half a week of a clear liquid diet and a surgery is on the calendar. Before I get a ton of messages about  natural remedies and such I've had many talks with many ladies from every aspect of the issue and through much discussion with my husband and prayer I decided to go with surgery. Trust me, even though this is a common, no big deal surgery it was something I wasn't happy about...the word surgery brings anxiety into my heart and crazy thoughts in my head. It was a big deal to me, it is a big deal to me.


Between the lack of food and anxious thoughts I've kind of sunk into my own little world. When I'm faced with these kind heavy decision I tend to internalize...I become an observer in my day to day life, I participate in very little and I focus on one thing. This week I've made it my goal to meet the deadline I had given my customer on her photos, even though I had laundry piling up and a bag that still needed unpacking, clean dishes waiting in the dishwasher and dirty ones in the sink, 365 photos that needed to be posted (and still do), and paper work that need to be done. I never quite felt up to writing a post, I wasn't inspired enough and i was feeling a little sorry for myself too. Although, I have been visiting the blogosphere and reading all your beautiful blogs, I just was not ready to participate this week.


Friday rolled along and I had been deep in thought and prayer all week and somewhere in there I prayed these words "calm my anxious heart" and it is now calm and I have emerged out of my own little world and ready to be inspired, be creative, check things of my list and enjoy my life with out anxious thoughts and a little less bad for you food!

So while I've been off in my own little world observing the world around me, I did manage to get some good shots this past week. As a matter of fact the day of the attack that sent me to the ER I had a fun just because session with my beautiful niece earlier that day! My mom had recently bought me some new props to add to my collection and my darling niece is always happy to be my model and it helps that she always makes such a good one! Plus she had a birthday right around the corner which gave us another excuse to have an impomptu session!








All the hats and bows and the adorable little tutu are my new accessories my mama bought me to keep in my arsenal of props, however this cute little tea rose pink head band featured in the last two pictures, along with the white feather clip that is attached to the tutu are made by my crafty friend, Sary...who happens to be an long time friend!

So here is to joining the world around me again, good health, change and enjoying life everyday! Happy Tuesday everyone!

Sweet Shot Day
Brooke

17 comments:

  1. first, tell your niece she's stunning (as if she didn't know). Second, these are all beautiful - from the poses to the cropping to the processing. Truly images that the family will love to have. Welcome back! (SST)

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  2. These are fabulous portraits of your niece! Moms are the best aren't they? Love your blog - new follower.

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  3. I love the first and final shots. Beautiful.

    I had my gall bladder out in January (clogged duct, don't wait for THAT to happen!) Praying for you.

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  4. I love that last picture especially!
    You will be in my thoughts... hang in there my friend.

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  5. Beautiful! I like your style.

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  6. THESE ARE SO GREAT :D
    Love the personality!!!

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  7. I'll be praying your surgery goes well. When is it?
    Those photos of your niece are making me crave some pink for this little abode full of blue. :) Lovely pictures.

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  8. Great shots! I love her outfit and accessories!

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  9. Thank you all for stopping by today! I love reading your comments and appreciate all the positve feedback.

    Sheri and Corinne-Thank you too for the prayers and thoughts sent my way!

    Traci-Thanks for the following me yay! Went and visited your blog today,love it!

    Hy-Thank you for the prayers, the surgery is Sept. 7th...I always crave some pink, but thankfully I get to see my niece at least everyother weekend and get my girlie fix!

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  10. Great shots! You have a beautiful niece.

    I hope you are feeling better very soon!

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  11. Hi Brooke. As a fellow mama, now sans gall bladder, I can definately say that you will feel much better after it's out. Thoughts and prayers for you and hope for an uneventful wait for surgery.

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  12. i hope you are feeling better and the surgery goes well. in the meantime, you have done a stunning job with these photos. just gorgeous.

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  13. oohh I hope the pain is being managed for you now, that is a horrid thing to have and oh so painful! Great shots by the way, isn't it great to have a hobby that takes you away from your worries if only for a few minutes.

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  14. Wow, Brooke! A couple of thoughts are running through my head right now: 1) I'm wondering why I didn't see this until now and 2) thinking about you and wanting you to know that I HEAR your heart. You will be in my prayers, sweet sister. I had surgery years ago as well and I understand the anxieties. God will be with you...IS with you! xoxo

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  15. Oh yes, one more thing: Super photography...I love your creative poses and fabulous props! I'm so happy for you that this is taking off! You do wonderful work! ("

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  16. You all are so nice! It makes a heart warm to hear all your concerns, prayers and well wishes! Thank you all for you kind words.

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