*Edit* This entire post started when Rohanie (first a Momaroo friend, now a Facebook friend) asked me how life was. My reply comment was insanely long so I thought I just maybe better get back to blogging.
Busy and boring at the same time. I need to get back to blogging- thinking about subjects and ideas for posts seems to blog about seems to keep my mind fresh and churning. But so often, I want to blog about things I'm passionate about and am afraid of coming across the wrong way. So I don't blog because I don't know if I can do it perfectly right- typical firstborn tendencies for ya there, lol.
We've obviously moved ND by now and getting into a routine. We really love it here and are *working* on finding some friends. I haven't really found any mom friends yet, other than the boss's wife. And while she's really nice and friendly, I'm afraid I'm going to scare her, along with most other small Midwestern town moms, away as I'm a bit of a crunchy granola mama. Even though I'm not hardcore. But anyways.
There are some slightly crunchy mamas at the church we've started attending (a Bible Baptist church a little over an hour away) and they seem ok with me, so we'll see. The church has been very warm and welcoming, which is awesome considering I never felt like I really fit in ANYWHERE that we went in PA. I'm just all-around weird but they seem to accept my weirdness here, lol.
Gabe is getting huge, of course. I'm not sure what exactly he weighs right now as we don't have a pediatrician (and never have) so don't do regular check-ups. He's growing, learning how to crawl and be mobile, eats like he should (even though this lazy mama doesn't have him on solids yet), sleeps like he should, etc. :) His fifth tooth came through the other day and his sixth is not far behind.
Nate is loving his job a lot. Wheat harvest is on now so he has been working some very long days- which is great for the paycheck! But the whole job thing is also great because he really enjoys it. At his former job he was just fixing equipment. Now he's fixing and doing everything else on the farm as well. And while he loves the maintenance side of things, he also loves being out in the fields and in the fresh air.
And I am in the process of dipping my toes in the photography business water. I have a photo blog set up at http://reginalynnphotography.blogspot.com. Check it out if you so desire. I decided to jump ship to Blogger/Blogspot because it just seemed more professional. Sorry Xanga!
It's exciting and scary to think about having my own business. Obviously, I'm starting out very small (I haven't even charged anyone yet for my services, since it's been mostly family and friends) but even on a small scale, my confidence doesn't seem up to the challenge. I'm afraid people just won't like my personality. I'm afraid they won't be comfortable enough with me to loosen up and let me be able to capture the fun, smart, beautiful, etc. side of them. And then I'm always worried about my camera settings and lenses and actually ending up with some images I can work with. But, as is my tendency, I've made up my mind, have closed my eyes, and am in the midst jumping. We'll see where I land!
But, as I alluded to at the beginning of this post, I want to start blogging more regularly. It keeps my writing juices flowing and I like that. From now on, I am going to aim to post at least once a week. And more than just a "Hi" and "Goodbye". Go ahead, hold me too it- I'll probably need some accountability.
Feel free to friend me on Facebook as well. I keep that updated on a much more regular (think several times a day) basis. You can find me under 'Regina Lynn M.'
Comments (3)
Yay, a shoutout!
Aw, Gabe is so adorable! He looks like he enjoys playing with link chains as much as Giovanni does. He has more hair than my son, hahah!
That's so cool and admirable that you're starting your own business! Don't worry; I think that as time goes by, you will be more comfortable with your equipment. Your great personality translates online easily, so just be yourself around people. You take great pictures already. Good luck with your business!
Glad to hear from you. Sounds like thing are going along. Gabe is growing growing growing! Time flies. 1 will be here really soon. Good luck with your business. That will be exciting.
good to hear from you again! glad things are going well for you...