Monday, December 22, 2008

The Season of Giving



Giving is a very important need in my life. Formerly, as a teacher, I had many opportunities throughout the year for giving. There were often students in my school or classroom that could use extra assistance. Our school faithfully gave out more than 25 Christmas baskets to families in our school.

Now staying home with my children, although I give to them everyday, I was missing the good feelings you get when you help someone truly in need. I had to seek out places to give using my talent of photography. Last holiday season I took family portraits for residents staying in My Father's House, a non-profit homeless shelter for families with children. Recently joining Now I Lay Me Down To Sleep has helped fill that need for giving.

This year I have also connected with Bethany House. This is a wonderful non-profit home here in Gresham for expectant teen mothers. I am able to take intimate, professional images of these newborns when they are born. I have posted the two newest babies to the home. Another one should be here by February.

If you are looking for a place to give this holiday season, please consider these wonderful non-profit charities. They could all use a little help this holiday season!

Friday, December 19, 2008

Christmas Craze.





It has been busy and cold, but the sessions just keep coming. Here are a few from the past few weeks. I had a great time making cards this year for many of you. I will show them off after the holidays so I don't ruin any surprises for those of you still mailing them out.

2008 has been a fantastic year for Pure Image Photography. I will be spending some much anticipated time with my family over the next couple of weeks. My kids are definitely excited about some extra mommy time (like they don't get enough already :) and my husband is looking forward to me being around a little more. I will also be taking this time to reflect on the business aspect of things finding ways to improve. There are some big changes coming so stay tuned!