This is Liv, my daughter. She was a flower girl at a dear friends wedding last summer. I was reviewing those images recently and I stumbled upon this gem. It was a long, draining day. She was beat. I was beat. Her expression tells it all too well. As I ponder the emotion of this image it represents more than that one day, it tells the story of my last year. I relate to the loose posture, the aimless stare, the desire to wear fancy shoes… simply, pure exhaustion. Somehow, I manage to shoot more weddings in 2012 and have a baby, than I did in 2011. (Huh?) I was incredibly blessed with a full year of weddings and a healthy pregnancy, but it was hard. Hard on me, hard on my little family… something I am just really recognizing and absorbing now. Though exhaustion is still a heavy part of my vocabulary, I am energized for this year and all the incredible clients that are coming my way. 2013 is going to be stunning. But, I really wanted to take this moment and acknowledge my clients of 2012, those who let me waddle about their day, drink extra water, eat extra cake and simply watched out for me. I want to express my gratitude and seriously thank you. I am extremely grateful for what I do and I appreciate you once again for making it possible.
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Amen.
That is a simply divine image, Heather.
Your words flow so beautifully. All the best to the new year!
I love that picture of Liv. And I’m amazed at your ability to do all you do and so it so freakin well! You are such an inspiration. Love ya Heather!
You are a total rockstar. That’s all that needs to be said.
moncler mantel…
Best wishes!Your blog is very good!…
Amazing! That shot is killer. And lovely words Heather, best of luck for 2013.
Such a great glimpse into the story of your life…and what a beautiful little girl!
Hear Hear
one word…amazing
love this.
I think I favorited this on Flickr. It’s awesome. Fabulous. Cute. Did I say awesome? Love it!
Simply beautiful
I just had to look at this photo several times. It’s really got a lot of dimension.
she is so beautiful …i love the emotion in that photo.
such a solid portrait. lots to be thankful, for sure.
Beautiful portrait. Magical.
Instaclassic. Love it.
Your work is beautiful – love this.
awwww…this photo is so adorable. your daughter’s expression is priceless.