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Thanks so much for stopping by and visiting my blog. This is where you will find images from my most recent photo shoots. You will also be able to learn more about me as an artist and a person. I like to get personal. And I hope you do to. So sit back, relax, and get comfy here. And feel free to leave a comment. Comments make me super happy!

02.03.12

Fun Finds Friday | Vodka

I want to keep my family safe from chemicals if at all possible. So I have been looking for cleaning products that are natural and non-toxic. You can find lots of options to purchase that are rather expensive. I want something cheap. I have used vinegar in the past and it works fine. I am just not a fan of the smell. So I happened to ask one of my best friends what she used to clean with and I was amazed at her answer. VODKA.

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That’s right. I was hesitant at first when she told me this, but after reading her blog post on the topic I decided to give it a try. So now I clean with vodka and I love it. Want to know more about it and why you should use it? Then click here and read the post that convinced me to switch from toxic cleaners to vodka. (http://fitoriblog NULL.com/cleaning-with-cocktails-one-part-vodka/)

What are you using to keep your home clean and safe at the same time? Please share.

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Tori [at] FIToriBLOG.com (http://fitoriblog NULL.com) - February 3, 2012 - 1:09 pm

I’m so glad you like it! What are you cleaning with it?
I just bought some cleaning products from Melaleuca. I’m curious. I’ll let you know if they beat my vodka!

02.02.12

Air Force Homecoming | Abilene, Tx Photographer

Having a spouse or love one deployed is one of the harsh realities of life in the military. It is one of those things you can not fully comprehend unless you’ve lived it. Plain and simple, it’s tough. And after months and months of having part of you gone, one of the moments you cling to is the homecoming day. You picture it in your mind over and over again. And you imagine the feeling of having that person in your arms again. It’s one of those days that you cherish and that you look forward to.

I love being apart of such days. Seeing families reunite just grabs my heart in a way that I can’t describe in words. So I won’t try. I’ll let the images do it for me.

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Welcome home to all those military men and women serving at Dyess AFB. We at RBP are thankful for your service and so glad you are reunited with your families.

Jenny, thanks for having me be apart of your big moment. So happy to see your family together again. Welcome home Chris!

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Becky (http://www NULL.rebeccawilliamsphotography NULL.com) - February 2, 2012 - 12:09 pm

Beautifully captured, Renee!

Jenny - February 4, 2012 - 2:55 pm

Love them so much Renee! Thank you for capturing such a beautiful day for us

02.02.12

Project 52:5 | Accidents

Project 53:5 | Accidents

With all the toddling going on these days

our life is bound to be filled with accidents.

I was doing sister’s four month photo shoot when Eli took a tumble. I hate to see him hurt, but it was so sweet the way he ran up to me afterwards. He wanted to make sure I saw his boo boo. And everyday since he makes sure to show it to me. Milking it for everything it’s worth. I love this image because of that little hand. I know it wont stay that small for long. So I really treasure this moment even if it was one of his first accidents.

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01.27.12

Fun Finds Friday | Creative Live

I love to learn. I find it very important to continue to develop my craft of photography and learn all that I can. I would love to be able to attend an amazing convention or workshop every year to do just that, but right now my life isn’t conducive for that. I can’t live my family for a week to learn from an amazing photographer. But I can find a few hours to watch a educational video from the comfort and convince of my home office. That is why I love Creative Live! (http://www NULL.creativelive NULL.com/)

It is a website that is basically an online classroom. They have education videos on all kinds of different topics such as photography, Photoshop, web design, even pumpkin carving that you can purchase and watch at any time you want. You can also watch a class for free if you are able to watch it live. It is seriously an amazing resource. I just recently purchased the course on IPhone Photography and have found it very informative. I love that I can watch a video on my IPhone while I cook dinner or fold laundry. I highly suggest you take a look at their course catalog (http://www NULL.creativelive NULL.com/courses) to see all that they offer. And if you “like” their FACEBOOK (http://www NULL.facebook NULL.com/pages/creativeLIVE/114420101917147) page you will be able to see when new classes start and be able to register to watch them live for free. It’s seriously a cool site so you better check it out!

Thanks for stopping by. I hope you found this Fun Find helpful. And if you know of any other educational resources out there like this please share them in the comment section!

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01.26.12

Project 52:4 | Candid

Project 53:4| Candid

One photo, with two smiling kids?

Never going to happen.

Guess we will just have to keep things candid for a season.

Can you see Eli running around in the background? I was trying so hard to get him to sit with Sawyer for a picture. But he wasn’t having it. As soon as I could get them placed and set my camera he was gone. I guess I need to make sure I have an assistant with me or just accept the fact that pictures will be less posed and more natural.

How do you get your older children to sit still for a photo? I really need some help in this area!

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Tori [at] FIToriBLOG.com (http://fitoriblog NULL.com) - January 27, 2012 - 9:53 pm

EVERY time I try to take photos of Samantha I think…this is why we need an assistant! It’s hard even at her age…I have no idea how I’ll get her to pose or sit still in a year! Oh brother!

Erin (http://wesanderin NULL.blogspot NULL.com) - January 28, 2012 - 8:47 am

They don’t have the the most creative backdrop, but I have some really great pictures of both girls (the big girls) when I make the sit together in a recliner or big chair. It’s more difficult for them to escape. Also if I say in a teasing voice, “I’m gonna get youuuu” I usually get both eyes on the camera and some pretty great natural smiles. Good luck!

Renee - February 3, 2012 - 10:35 am

OOHHH! Great idea. A place where they can escape. Thanks for sharing!

Renee - February 3, 2012 - 10:37 am

Yeah its really not easy to photography babies. When doing outdoor shoots with Eli, I’ve always taken someone with me to get him to look at the camera.

01.20.12

Fun Finds Friday | Get Organized

I’m kinda obsessed with information sharing. I love finding something cool, amazing, and/or helpful and sharing it with everyone I know who might benefit from the find. And I equally love it when people share their great finds with me. So I decided to start a regular Friday blog post that is totally dedicated to sharing great finds. The concept is very simple. I find something that I think is fun, helpful, informative, or useful and I share it with you. Easy enough.

Today’s Fun Find is a book I found online. This year I have set many goals that are centered around organizing and de-cluttering my home. This is one of the tools I am using as a guide.

I found this book on a blog I follow called Simple Mom (http://simplemom NULL.net/). I really like her philosophies and find her very helpful. Click her to find this book and see her site. (http://simplemom NULL.net/my-books/?doing_wp_cron=1326746511)

I love it that you can even buy this book for your IPHONE, IPAD, or Kindle which is perfect for those trying to de-clutter.

I also like her second book which consists of 52 projects to help you live a more simple life. The book is filled with a variety of topics such as streamlining your receipt system, organizing your files, starting a garden, saying no, and so much more. It has step by step instructions for each project. It’s really a great starting point for simplifying your life. I highly recommend it too!

Do you have a system or tool you are using this year to better organize your home? I’d love it if you would share it with us and let us know how it is working for you! I am so excited about having a more organized home and getting rid of things we don’t use any more. I am also very excited about the venture to live a more simple life so I can spend more time on the things that truly matter. Hope you find today’s Fun Finds helpful.

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