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Goal oriented

I love the start of a new year like I love Mondays.  There is just something so exciting about a fresh new year.  365 days spread before you do with whatever you choose.  I have decided to make 2012 the best year yet!  I’m not a big fan of resolutions.  Resolving to NOT do something seems to set us all up to do just what we have resolved not to.  I like to make a list of goals and clear plans how to achieve them.

I wanted to share some of my goals with you all because I plan to share my progress here on my blog throughout the year.  Also, I feel like putting things out there makes me more accountable to actually do them;)

♥Quilts for my kids.  I don’t actually know how to quilt but I plan to learn.  I have made a few “cheat” quilts but I really want to spend time making something wonderful that will last for each of them.  I hope that one day they will pull them out for their own kids.

♥A year of Saturdays.  I will be capturing a glimpse into our life by taking photos each Saturday for the entire year.  I hope to create an album for our family at the end of the year with all of the images.

♥A new house.  This has been in the works for a long time and I am confident that the time is now.  I am excited to start a new chapter in a new nest.

♥Write and photograph a book.  I have been wanting to do this for a while and am finally going to get off my rear and do it.  I have a few ideas fleshed out I just need to decide which to start with.

♥Disney world.  We are planning on surprising the kids with a big trip to Disney this fall.  It will be their first time and I am so excited.  I think that they are at the perfect ages to really get the most out of the magic of Disney.

♥Lose xx pounds.  Now I’m not going to say how many because I’m not certain that it needs to be a specific amount.  I just know that I want to feel good about myself and be able to wear the kind of clothes that I love.  I never had to worry about my weight until after I had kids like a lot of moms.  I cheered and danced before I had my kids so I was always in shape.  Traditional workouts are a bit foreign and not at all fun for me so I need to fidn something that works for me.  Wish me luck!

♥Date Nights.  My hubby and I need to start taking time out for ourselves again.  Take the time to connect as husband and wife not just mom and dad.

♥Learn to play my guitar.  I have had a gorgeous guitar for a year now and have not learned how to play anything.  This year is going to be a musical year.  I ended 2011 back in my choir at church(yay!) and plan to keep the music flowing in the new year.

What are your goals for 2012?

24/52 Little Miss Independent

Anyone who has a 4 year old knows that they crave independence like they do ice cream.  Mine is no exception.  A long sleeve pj top, underwear and ankle bracelets make one stylish outfit in her mind and there is no talking her out of it once her mind is made up.  I like to pick my battles so little miss indepent won this round;)

Make sure to visit the talented San Diego Photographer, Crystal Keith to see her take on Independence this week.

FFK~Let The Voting Begin! Michigan Child Photographer

The entries are in for my first Fresh Faces Kids Contest and it is time to vote!!  These kids are so cute I don’t know how you are going to choose who to vote for!  Once you have made that hard decision just leave the number of the child you would like to vote for in the comment section.

*For an extra vote “like” my Facebook Fanpage.  Come here and tell me that did and leave the number of the child you would like the extra vote to go to. (If you already “like” the fanpage, you can suggest the page to your FB friends for the extra vote.)

Voting will close Saturday, July 2nd at 12pm EST.

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1. Rachael, age4

2.Gage, age 12

3.Sydney, age 4

4. Katelynn, age 8

5. Fiona, age 9

6. Aubrey, age 2

7. Clair, age 2

8. Audrey, age 13 months

9. Hailey, age 7

Good luck everyone!!!!!!!!!

2011 Fresh faces~Kids Contest, Michigan Child Photographer

 To celebrate my first summer in business I thought that it would be fun to hold a contest.  I am hosting my first ever Fresh Faces contest for kids!  You will be able to enter a photo of your little cutie to win a free photo session and portrait packge with Nest Vintage by Brandie Pahl Photography.  You may begin sending in photos of your child TONIGHT at 6pm EST.  So find you favorite photo and get ready to send that email!!  Read below for the details:)

TO ENTER

* One entry per child

* You must be the parent or legal guardian of the child you enter into the contest

* Child must be 15 years old or younger on the date of entry

* No professional portraits may be entered (snapshots only)

* Photo must have been taken in the last 6 months

* Photos will be accepted from 6:00pm Wednesday June 22nd, 2011 until 11:59pm Sunday June 26th, 2011 (EST) via e-mail

* Only photos e-mailed to info@nestvintagephotography.com with the Subject line FRESH FACES KIDS will be accepted

* Include your child’s name and age in the e-mail (first name and age will be posted for viewing), as well as your name and contact information

* Contest open to everyone, however session must take place within 30 miles of Oxford, Mi(zip code 48371).  If you live outside of the area you may come here for your session.  Otherwise a travel fee will be charged of $1 per mile, each direction, beyond 30 miles of zip code 48371.

* Every entry will recieve a $20 credit that can be used for a session with Nest Vintage by Brandie Pahl Photography.  Limit one per household/family.  Must be used by November 2011.

HOW PHOTOS WILL BE JUDGED

* Photos will be loaded onto my blog www.brandiepahl.com

* To vote, leave the number located above the photo you choose in the comment section.

* FOR AN EXTRA VOTE: Like my page www.facebook.com/brandiepahlphotography. Go to the blog and tell me you liked the page along with what photo you want your extra vote to go to.

* The photo with the most votes wins, so get your family and friends to vote for you too!

* Voting will begin on Tuesday, June 28th and end on Saturday July 2nd at 11:59pm EST.

* The winner and runner up will be notified and announced on Sunday July 3rd 2011.

WHAT YOU WILL WIN

* The parent or legal guardian of the child in the photo that receives the most votes will receive a free photo session with Nest Vintage by Brandie Pahl Photography(session can include siblings), one 8×10 photo, two 5×7 photos and a mini accordian album.

* Photo session must be booked within 30 days of winning and completed before September 5th, 2011. 

* Prize retail value of $230 – Cannot be altered or changed in any way, and is not redeemable for cash.

* Additional prints and products will be available for purchase. Please inquire for price list.

* Not redeemable towards newborn or birth photography.

* 2nd place winner will receive a $100 credit with Nest Vintage by Brandie Pahl Photography, must be used by September 5th, 2010.

* No other promotions or discounts can be applied to prizes.

* Prizes are not transferable to other persons.

*Winners must be willing to sign a portrait contract.

* Only one winner per family/household.

16/52 Raindrops on roses

This week’s theme in my 52 on Fridays group is favorite things and of course the first thing that popped into my mind was Julie Andrews soothing voice singing of girl’s in white dresses, snowflakes and brown paper packages.  The Sound Of Music is one of my all time favorite movies and really got the ball rolling for me as I thought about this week’s theme.  I thought that I would share with you a few of my favorite things at the moment.

*tiny little arms twined around my neck in a quick embrace                                             

*singing in the car on the rare times that I am alone

*guilty pleasures (Nora Roberts books, “reality” TV like Mob Wives on VH1, sweets)

*chocolate croissants from Trader Joe’s

*tulips popping up in a rainbow of colors in the front yard declaring that spring is finally here

*curling up after a long day with a glossy magazine or thick book

*the glorious sounds of laughter and chatter that accompany the kids when they are actually getting along

*I love yous

*tiptoeing my way into a new career that makes my heart sing and gives me the opportunity to cuddle up with sweet wee ones like this for a little while,

 

Visit talented Valleyview Alberta Photographer, Jenn Duguay to see what favorite things she is sharing this week:)

Baby Leam-Rochester Michigan Newborn Photographer

There is just nothing more precious than a new baby.  Sometimes I just can’t believe that I get to spend time cuddling with fresh new babies and call it my job.  What a thrill.  Baby Leam was such a joy to photograph.  He is gorgeous, such a little gentleman and slept like a champ.  I am a lucky lady to get to d what I do:)

Baby Tilly-Rochester,Michigan Newborn Photographer

Baby Tilly was only 6 days old when I had the pleasure of photographing her and already I could tell that she is going to be a beautiful girl.  Good thing she has two big brothers to watch out for her:)

I just love teeny baby feet, don’t you?