The real title for this blog is: Do Your Best Every Time. At the end of the photo shoot, I asked if I could have my photo taken with our model. I’m not sure if you can sense it from … Continue reading Unicorn Dreams Do Come True
I have the privilege of writing the last page of every issue of Designs in Machine Embroidery. The page is called “A Closer Look” and features my miniatures in unexpected settings – preferably related to machine embroidery. That, dear readers, … Continue reading Day Job: Miniatures
This photo is my best from today. It was taken at Ray Roberts Lake State Park – Isle du Bois. It seems like there should be … Continue reading The Last Shot of the Day
When it’s a cold and foggy night in January, most people are cozy and warm indoors. But for photographers, it’s the perfect opportunity to take photos! … Continue reading A perfect foggy night
The cashier asked a series of questions to complete the application for financing on my purchase. Among the questions, how long have you been at your current employer? My reply, as of tomorrow, Oct 1st, I will be there 15 … Continue reading Welcome, Rockalita!
Click here for a glimpse of my day job and the story behind this photo. Continue reading 100 issues
A few years ago, I did something completely out of character, but something I wanted to do since high school but never did: dye my hair blue. No one tells you when you turn blue, that you become addicted to … Continue reading On Becoming Blue Hair Girl
What should I name my new creepy doll? I toyed with different options. Then traffic started backing up—I was somewhat grateful as it made it easier to navigate across multiple lanes. And that’s when I had a realization. I’m traveling … Continue reading Mr. Liberty Wolfe
One day I was telling my friend about an experience at work. Somehow during that process I coined a new phrase and uttered it with such passion and gusto: “If I give you a piece of meat are you going … Continue reading If I give you a piece of meat are you going to cook it?
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