Who pays for what? Reaction from Ask Amy

I was reading a Ask Amy (a guilty pleasure of mine) post the other week with a disgruntled bridesmaid asking for advice on whether or not to purchase a gift for the bride. Being out of state for the wedding she encountered lots of expenses that coming with being a bridesmaid: the travel, the dress, makeup, and even the rehearsal dinner. 

Writing my own response to this bridesmaid. I totally understand where she is coming from; she spent a lot of time and money to be a part of her friends special day. As a previous bride and out of state bridesmaid myself, it's hard to look at that finally price that is left with you after a wedding trip.  But coming from a bride , I would advise to also get a gift for them. You have been friends for a long time, and I think even the smallest token and a card would be very appreciated.  With how crazy weddings are for a couple, it's nice to know through all the craziness your friends still show you a little loving. 

Some small gift suggestions : a memory from the wedding day, a small price of Wifey jewelry, or some cuse bridal underwear. The smallest of gestures can really go a long way by sharing the love. 

Here is the link to the post. 

Easter Sunday | Family Life

Easter has always been a big holiday because it celebrates the resurrection of Jesus Christ. In my mother's photo book is a picture of all of my sisters and me in matching white frilly dresses with each of us standing by age and height. To this day it is still one of my favorite photos because we look ridiculous, adorable but ridiculous. And someday I will torture my children with the same tradition.

I am so grateful that I am able to spend Easter with my with my wonderful family. Now that I am living out of the Waits household, every major holiday I am picked to make a part of the lunch meal. Due to lack of ingredients in my fridge (I know, I'm crushing this adult adulting thing) this year I went with a staple: cupcakes!! The eggs I used for the batter were a gift from a coworker's aunt's chickens in woodbury. It got me thinking, I think I would like raising chickens. Someday ;).

 I had found the cutest Easter cupcake idea on pinterest, which involved Peeps. I have never been a fan of Peeps personally, but my family's taste buds have always been a little shifted from my own. After convincing Marcus that my whole family loves peeps, I was sorely disappointed to find out that no one in my family likes peeps. Everyone was eyeing my cupcakes wearly; my family finally dove in after I let it be known no one had to eat the peeps on my cupcakes. It was my cupcake fail, but they looked and tasted great. ;)

Happy Easter!

Inspired by Sue Bryce | Photography With Soul

For the first time in what feels like the longest time I have not been in any type of schooling. Since I have been free of required learning, I have had the opportunities to explore things that truely spark my curiosity and pursue how to perfect my passions. I am a true believer that once you stop learning you stop growing. 

Through my hunt for knowledge and new techniques, I have been able to find educators that have opened my eyes who teach in my own fields of interest. 

A Photographer/ Educator I follow who truly inspires me is Sue Bryce. She is a portrait photographer who specializes in contemporary portraits. Her portraits are stunning but what really takes me breathe away is Sue's raging passion for her art. Starting out working from her grange in New Zealand to her own studio in Los Angeles, she now travels to teach others how to take control of their business.

I have been blessed listening to her speak through various YouTube videos, facebook live chats, Creative Live courses, and following her progress through social media. She has taught me through conviction and certainty, I can take control of what I want for my business. She inspires me by living her words and showing me through her own work ethic. If you need some personal inspiration, I highly recommend to listen to her wisdom.

(Some inspiration for your Monday <3)