{Sacramento, Roseville Children’s Photographer} Off I Go!
It’s Monday and I’m heading down to see Jasmine * and meet 19 other photogs and we are going to be learning from one of the best in the biz. I will let you in on a little secret. I do not like to fly, period. It’s one thing to be away from my family, which I do not like to do as well, but to fly, oh, well, it’s a bit torturous for me. I’ve flown on planes before, but I’ve always had my husband with me or my mom and dad when I was younger. My husband is my crutch, my sedative and he won’t be going with me. So, yeup, I am flying solo and I’m a bit on edge about it, knots in my stomach and all. So if any of my photog friends who I will be meeting very shortly is reading this… you will understand if I am a bit spaztic. Some people do not like heights, snakes, the dark…. I do not like to fly AND yes, heights are mixed in with flying, so I don’t like heights either. But I do love Jasmine* and I do love photography, so off I go!
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I bet after going to J*’s workshop, the flight was definitely worth it! How did it go? The flight and the workshop? I forgot to mention how much I like your new blog’s home. Wonderful job!!
I’m totally loving this shot! And like Tricia says, stay positive! It makes a world of difference! 🙂 Can’t wait for you to announce the contest winner!! Woot woot!
That’s so awesome that you get to meet Jasmine Star! The flight will be all worth it! I hope I can meet her too someday.
BTW making your own frame in a picture is one of my favorites. Well, I guess every picture is your own frame as a photographer, but getting in tight and emphasizing only parts of a body creates such a powerful effect! Love it!
Hahahaha that’s is so funny because for years I hated flying too. I had a very bad and scary experience in a PanAm (remember that airline?) ages ago, it went down in the middle of the flight, when we were eating and all the food flew away over us, it lasted many seconds, like I don’t know 15 seconds but very hard and it happened three times, one after the other. After that, and for years, I had to take all kinds of pills to get into airplanes because what I had was PANIC!!! Eventually, after realizing that all this panic was only in my mind, the fear went away, completely. I tried to get rational, you know? And I always repeat to myself, there are way more car accidents every day than airplane crashes; actually my dad says it’s the safest way of transportation! So Fear no more my friend, because on that, I’m with you too!
See you tomorrow, I’m very excited to meet you after a week of daily communication. It was a GREAT idea!
Take care,
Lara
I hope by now you have made it to the workshop! That means half the flying is over with! Wahoo. Having read practically all of your blog yesterday I feel we are old friends. Have a wonderful time With Jasmine*. The workshop is going to be so amazing. And to get you through your flight back, think of those three adorable, smiling faces waiting for you at home 🙂
see you tonite girl!!!!!! sooooooo excited!!! holllllllla 🙂
Melanie DoyleFebruary 15, 2010 - 1:48 pm
You are doing so awesome with your photography! I know what you mean about planes; I’m not a fan either! Just plug into some music or a movie for distraction and you will be fine. Breathe, and enjoy the time to nurish your talent!
John LeocadioFebruary 15, 2010 - 1:10 pm
Hope to see you at dinner tonight!! Tomorrow’s gonna be awesome!!
MindyFebruary 15, 2010 - 1:03 pm
Just take a deep breath. I just did the exact thing. Went to Phoenix and back with out my family. I do those sudoko puzzles from the time I sit down till the time I get off the plane. It keeps my mind off things. Also think of all of the fun things your going to learn. Most importantly HAVE FUN!!!!!
Quick flight, so hang in there – you’re going to have a blast at the workshop – how exciting! Are those your little ones in the photo? I love that photo, so cute. Well have fun and I can’t wait to read all about it this week 🙂
Yippee!! It’s almost time! YAY! Sorry your nervous about flying. It will be over SOON and SO SO worth it. See you tonight! 🙂
michelleFebruary 15, 2010 - 8:34 am
Dear J- what a wonderful opportunity! Have fun, relax and remember to breath.
Today is such a beautiful sunny day, could not ask for a better day to travel.
Have a wonderful time and I will look forward to your post while you are on the road!
MM
Everything will be fine. It’s such a short ride, before you know it you will be there. Have fun and come back and show us all the fabulous things you learned!
Ahhh…so sorry to hear about your fear! Keep focusing on the positives about your destination and remember that fear is the opposite of faith!!! Have a great time. Jasmine is fantastic, and has the gift of making everyone so comfortable! Have a BALL!
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I bet after going to J*’s workshop, the flight was definitely worth it! How did it go? The flight and the workshop? I forgot to mention how much I like your new blog’s home. Wonderful job!!
I’m totally loving this shot! And like Tricia says, stay positive! It makes a world of difference! 🙂 Can’t wait for you to announce the contest winner!! Woot woot!
That’s so awesome that you get to meet Jasmine Star! The flight will be all worth it! I hope I can meet her too someday.
BTW making your own frame in a picture is one of my favorites. Well, I guess every picture is your own frame as a photographer, but getting in tight and emphasizing only parts of a body creates such a powerful effect! Love it!
Hahahaha that’s is so funny because for years I hated flying too. I had a very bad and scary experience in a PanAm (remember that airline?) ages ago, it went down in the middle of the flight, when we were eating and all the food flew away over us, it lasted many seconds, like I don’t know 15 seconds but very hard and it happened three times, one after the other. After that, and for years, I had to take all kinds of pills to get into airplanes because what I had was PANIC!!! Eventually, after realizing that all this panic was only in my mind, the fear went away, completely. I tried to get rational, you know? And I always repeat to myself, there are way more car accidents every day than airplane crashes; actually my dad says it’s the safest way of transportation! So Fear no more my friend, because on that, I’m with you too!
See you tomorrow, I’m very excited to meet you after a week of daily communication. It was a GREAT idea!
Take care,
Lara
Hi Jennifer!
I hope by now you have made it to the workshop! That means half the flying is over with! Wahoo. Having read practically all of your blog yesterday I feel we are old friends. Have a wonderful time With Jasmine*. The workshop is going to be so amazing. And to get you through your flight back, think of those three adorable, smiling faces waiting for you at home 🙂
see you tonite girl!!!!!! sooooooo excited!!! holllllllla 🙂
You are doing so awesome with your photography! I know what you mean about planes; I’m not a fan either! Just plug into some music or a movie for distraction and you will be fine. Breathe, and enjoy the time to nurish your talent!
Hope to see you at dinner tonight!! Tomorrow’s gonna be awesome!!
Just take a deep breath. I just did the exact thing. Went to Phoenix and back with out my family. I do those sudoko puzzles from the time I sit down till the time I get off the plane. It keeps my mind off things. Also think of all of the fun things your going to learn. Most importantly HAVE FUN!!!!!
Excited to meet you! Hope your flight is extra smooth!!
Have fun and best wishes!!
I’m sure you will do great! Take lots of good magazines to keep you distracted. At least it’s a pretty short flight, right? Have a great time!
Quick flight, so hang in there – you’re going to have a blast at the workshop – how exciting! Are those your little ones in the photo? I love that photo, so cute. Well have fun and I can’t wait to read all about it this week 🙂
You should have told me, I’d have gone with you!!!! Have a great time!!!!
I know what you mean I’m not such a big fan of flying eather.
Yippee!! It’s almost time! YAY! Sorry your nervous about flying. It will be over SOON and SO SO worth it. See you tonight! 🙂
Dear J- what a wonderful opportunity! Have fun, relax and remember to breath.
Today is such a beautiful sunny day, could not ask for a better day to travel.
Have a wonderful time and I will look forward to your post while you are on the road!
MM
See you soon! I don’t like flying either 🙂
Everything will be fine. It’s such a short ride, before you know it you will be there. Have fun and come back and show us all the fabulous things you learned!
Ahhh…so sorry to hear about your fear! Keep focusing on the positives about your destination and remember that fear is the opposite of faith!!! Have a great time. Jasmine is fantastic, and has the gift of making everyone so comfortable! Have a BALL!