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OK--so I am OFFICIALLY obsessed with my camera!

I truly LOVE my sewing--but something about being around my clients when photographing them is very calming; I love capturing their expressions and finding ways to take neat photos of them! This weekend I took pictures of a precious couple and their dog, Gus. Greg and Allison are high school sweethearts--taking their pictures was not only fun, but they were so calm with one another; it was like hanging out with old friend! Happy Holidays to them and Gus!

Another photographer friend recently helped me learn how to put logos on photos in photo shop--I didn't really understand, but after working for an hour in photo shop last night not only did I perfect that task, but I started experimenting with the 'curves' in one of my photos and it totally is my new editing addiction! 

In about two weeks I'm doing another newborn shoot--talk about exciting--babies are breath taking!!!! As much as I love to sew for babies--taking their pictures is so rewarding! I learned from our newborn shoot with Nicholas that taking photos of newborns in the first 7 days really allows you to move and pose the infant while they stay peaceful and their muscles are still very tight--so they won't fall out of the poses, etc.

I'm also doing a SUPER cool shoot this weekend! 4 sisters and their sweet children--how fun is that going to be! I can't wait to get back to Huntsville and explore to find the perfect place for something so fun!

Apart from sewing and photography--Pure Barre has transformed my body...since high school I've always tried to draw in the rib cage area; I've always had trouble toning that area and it has always looked horrible under snug tops where my bra ends...well it's tighter, and my waist not only draws in, but my rib cage has narrowed! My legs are slimmer without looking masculine with muscles bulging, and my 'baby belly' skin has totally tightened up...amazing...not only is it a mental work out to sweat out the stress, but the music totally makes your hour fly by!

HOW ON EARTH IS IT ALREADY THANKSGIVING! Lord help us all get through the holidays! They have come far to quickly!

Pure Barre/Advocare Morning

I have been workin the past month on eating right and really getting in effective work outs for my shoot next weekend with Kevin Lanier in Auburn; I am doing some modeling in exchange for a photography workshop--what an amazing trade!

So WHAT have I been doing? I truly believe in keeping an omega/fish oil supplement and fiber in my daily routine; slacked a bit on fiber this past week tho since I've been tryin to low carb. I have been taking a thermogenic supplement before my workouts, as well. DANG I feel ready, revved up and focused when I get in there--talk about mind/body connection! Here's That Thermo, and the SPARKS energy drink mix I use for my smoothies!

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I personally love the cherry flavor! I only use frozen fruit, calorie free laCroix flavored water (lately i'm OBSESSED with the coconut flavor!!!!) and the mix--low cal, fresh and delicious!!!! And avoiding the extra fat and calories from yogurt--plus the frozen fruit is cheaper and I don't have to use a ton of ice to thicken it up!!!

I have done a Pure Barre Class 5 days a week, interspersed with a couple mile runs, some weights, and a LOT of toes to bar exercises everyday. I could look a bit better--but hey, for hittin 197 lbs pregnant 2 years ago, I'm pretty ok with 132 lbs! If you haven't taken a class--you have no idea what you are missing. You truly get addicted to 'the shake'; if I'm not trembling in my own sweat I know I'm slacking off!

Head here to check out more Advocare! After the holidays I plan to do the 21 day challenge and trim off that turkey and ham I will probably pack on!!!!

Like Pure Barre and find a location in your area--I promise you won't regret taking a class! And Advocare is amazing--it takes my workout from a sweat to a super revved up hour that makes me leave feeling like I kicked ass!

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