As a busy mom and business owner, there are always the things that get most of your attention. Of course I try to prioritize my current clients and my kids. Then, there are those tasks that constantly get pushed off and remain comfortably on my to do list for months (or years) on end.
Blogging is definitely one of those things. I know potential clients and followers like it (wait, does anyone read blogs anymore?!), and I’m aware that it helps with my SEO, but somehow it just doesn’t make it to the “must do” list. Until now. I mean, I’ve been working on updating my website so the images reflect my current work and I popped on to this page. I knew it was neglected, but I was still so shocked to see that the last time I was here was 2018. Gulp. 2018 is a lifetime ago.
This reminded me of the speed of life. Days are long (especially these days) but years are short (ok, maybe not 2020). Time flies. It just does. Since 2018 I have moved to a new city, had another child and survived a global pandemic. I don’t think in my wildest dream I thought in 2018 that I would have 5 sons, be living in the valley and I am certain I didn’t even know what “quarantine” meant.
2020 was tough for many, but there was definitely many beautiful moments. Here are some of the spectacular beings that blessed our world this past year.
And now here we are, a quarter of the way through 2021. Still in uncertain (and of course unprecedented) times. We have seen global devastation as well as beautiful acts of unity and kindness that have gotten us through. We are slowing down and recognizing what is truly important in life, and of course how precious life is.
Through all this, I have gained an even deeper appreciation for what I do. Capturing these precious and fleeting moments. Stopping and seeing the beauty in a brand new baby. Appreciating all the growth and development of a one year old, and taking the time to celebrate it!! Reminding families the importance of love and documenting the connection and bond. This is why professional photography is so important. No matter what we go through in life, we can always come back to the beautiful moments.
Thank you fo checking in, for following our journey. For more frequent posts check out our instagram www.instagram.com/cgphotographyla and hopefully it won’t be years until my next blog post!
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