Charlotte North Carolina Lifestyle Portrait and Wedding Photographer
Good Morning Friends! Before I jetted off towards the airport to shoot a fabulous wedding in Ohio this weekend, I wanted to pop up a few sneak peeks of this beautiful baby/family I got the pleasure of photographing last night! I’ve been so blessed in getting to watch Becca grow from birth to her very-near 1 year old birthday! Make sure to check out the bigger post on this little one later, you won’t want to miss her beautiful BLUE EYES (wowee) and ohhhhh-so-perfect cutie-pa-tootieness!
I woke up this morning feeling refreshed. The sun is shining, the sky blue, and I’m feeling humble, happy, and content with all things. I also love daily doses of inspiration that make us feel that we can face all fears and conquer anything. I could probably write a novel about the inspiration I felt as I watched the last moments of Oprah as she said goodbye after 25 years on air. The soul of her message from her last show was that whatever you do in life, whatever the path, make sure you lead and act with your whole heart. Do what makes you happy. It may seem scary to take chances, … to take those leaps. Even though we may not know where we’ll land, it sure beats the heck out of never going for it. Take hold of your destiny and do not only dream big, but attempt every day to make those dreams into a reality.
“Do the one thing you think you cannot do. Fail at it. Try again. Do better the second time. The only people who never tumble are those who never mount the high wire. This is your moment. Own it.” – Oprah Winfrey
Following Oprah’s message, listen to your heart. This video is so inspiring (these 5th graders rock!) Make sure to check out their website here!
Welcome back to another installment of Guilty Pleasure Wednesday! One of the things I just LOVE about having this weekly series, is that I get to ENJOY the wonderful item I’m photographing! Today is no exception, Yummmo! Here in the Virginia Beach area, a local coffee shop called “Cafe Moka” has recently opened! I started going there for coffee chats with friends, getting loads of work done, or when I want to just sip some coffee and relax. Not only do they have tons of yummy goodies and drinks to choose from, today’s guilty pleasure is specifically about their Cinnamon Peak Latte. It’s a wonnnnnderful combination of white chocolate sweetness and cinnamon flavored goodness. I literally CRAVE for this drink many mornings! You know what else I love about Cafe Moka? Every week they showcase a different whip cream flavor to go on top! Yesterdays was Irish Cream, (mmmmm) … one of my other favorites was the Almond they did a bit ago. I have many fond memories of catching up with friends and writing massive papers while sipping that beautiful hot beverage. Whatever the reason, *cheers* to relaxing moments with a yummy latte in hand.
Here it is, my beloved Cinnamon Peak Latte from Cafe Moka. I’m seriously craving another (mmm yum!)
