Day 131 and Day132, Project 365

I've got to be honest, yesterday I was ready to call it quits on the project.  I was absolutely not feeling it, not feeling very supported, in a variety of ways, and the weekend didn't feel very productive to me as far as photos.  I'm feeling a 'bit' overwhelmed in realizing how much I don't know, knowing I'd like to learn but wondering when there will ever be time and wondering if I will ever get it.  And if I'm even more honest, I don't feel like I've gotten over the hump yet today....all the pictures I took today were a disaster and made me want to toss my camera onto the highway (yes, I know it's likely operator error, not the camera, but still...) BUT, I am stubborn and hate to give up when I've come this far so I guess I feel like I'm at a crossroads of what to do: Is this worth it?  Am I gaining anything from this?  Is it causing more stress than good?  It can be a little cathartic to blog here, but that's not really the point of the blog is it?  I'm hoping tomorrow will have me feeling more positive...

Yesterday's (#131)photo: My girls

Today's (#132) Kait at her track meet.

Day 130, Project 365

Day 130 picture - the girls with Grandma:

Day 129, Project 365

Today I had the amazing opportunity to (was entrusted to, really) assist/second shoot at a wedding.  This was a feat for many reasons but considering I have a huge fear of disappointing people and am pretty darn introverted this was a HUGE thing.  It was a great opportunity and forced me out of my comfort zone.  Of course, having a laid back photographer and an easy-going bride and groom made it far easier than I had worked myself up for.  First time...lots of mistakes...lots to learn (buy waayyyy more comfortable shoes!).  Looking at my pictures now, thank goodness they aren't what the couple paid for - yikes!  Anyway, it was a great experience, I definitely would do it again because, hey, practice makes perfect, right?

So, here are a couple that I snapped at the wedding and then one I took at home earlier in the day.

The quality is poor...BUT I kind of got teary eyed at the happiness on the groom's face when he first saw his bride-to-be.  

Sucker for flowers - these were gorgeous!

Loved how my fully blooming tree looked today with the lovely blue sky.

Day 128, Project 365

Got the hair done today!  Love that feeling (and PS, Shawna gives THE best head massages ever!).  :)

Day 127, Project 365

I've been struggling lately capturing Kait, in-focus, while she's running.  Today?  Success!  ;)

Day 126, Project 365

forgive me for being redundant but the cherry tree only blossoms for so long and it's so darn beautiful right now!

Day 125, Project 365

Was hoping for some color in the sky tonight but no such luck.  Still pretty though.  :)