Getting Jiggy With It
Date: Thursday May 8, 2008Posted in: Blogging, Emily, Family, Graham, Nathan, Workin' It, me
I *think* most of my computer issues have been resolved. One of the drawbacks to living in the sticks is that the only high-speed Internet you can get out here is via satellite. While it is a billion times faster than dial-up, it usually hesitates a second or five two before loading a page. Matthew called our ISP yesterday, and we decided to upgrade to the next level of service. I do not know the technical term, but it’s SUPER FAST. Wheeee!
As of this morning, gmail is working. Woo! My work website is easily accessible. Yes! I can procrastinate by surfing the Internet get my work done even faster. Huzzah!
I was trying to use the crisis as a means of convincing Honey that this would be the perfect time for me to switch to Mac. He was not convinced. I see his point. If I am using the “But it’s better for photography!” argument, then I really should not spend money on a new laptop until I start making more from my photography gigs. Want to hire me and support my cause?
As for the whole “work” thing in general, I just started a seven-week contract. Those of you have been around for a while will remember that last year at this time I started a seven-week contract. With thirty-five students. I was working fifty to sixty hours a week and ALMOST DIED was a little burnt out by the end. This time around, I only took on eighteen students. That’s exactly half (with one left out for rounding), and should keep me busy a mere thirty hours or so a week. I won’t even have to pull the up-until-midnight shift to meet deadlines. Hooray!
This means that I will have time to do the photography gigs that come my way. Last weekend I was asked to go to a couple of the local wineries that were participating in the Spring Wine Festival and take some photos.
It was a tough gig. I sure hope I don’t have to do another one of those. Ha! It was too much fun to be considered “work”.
In addition to work and “work”, I plan on having time to hang out with the kidlets and Honey. Last year we managed to keep doing a lot of family stuff, but the whole time I would be thinking about all of the work that I knew was piling up in my inbox. Some people are good at compartmentalizing. Me? Not so much.
I should be able to get my work done in a reasonable amount of time, which will leave me to play with wild abandon. With the arrival of spring (FINALLY!), we spend the bulk of our days outdoors when we are not at school/swim class/boot camp. After dinner we usually head back outside to play some games.
The dudes have been loving “baseball”. Basically, they just take turns hitting the ball. I do not have any photos of this game we play, as they like the way I pitch. I cannot pitch and take photos at the same time. I may be a fantastic multi-tasker, but even I have my limits.
I did manage to get some photos of them playing frisbee with Daddy. Here they are waiting to catch it.
Nathan’s turn to catch.
Graham was pouting (jokingly). Nathan threw it back.
He was pretty happy with his work.
Then it was Graham’s turn to catch.
Nicely done!
Emily had been over playing in the sand, and decided to meander over.
I thought she would want to play along, but she was busy practicing her yoga moves.
She’s got downward dog MASTERED.
She was simply having too much fun to be bothered with the whole frisbee business.
Graham threw the frisbee again.
He was pretty proud of his bad self.
Showboating like a true man.
With this kid? I truly think the teenage years will be fun, with no sarcasm intended. The dude is FUNNY, and gets funnier by the day. Ten years from now? He is going to knock my socks off.
I was not sure how to end this (completely random) post, but I just got a phone call. I get to assist on my very first studio photo shoot tomorrow. Woo! Which means I better get my other work done so that I can go play “work” tomorrow night.
If the above bored you tears (Completely understandable, but my Mom loves to see the kids. HI MOM!), then tell me something. Have you guys got any cool news to share?
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Not bored at all! I love to see these little glimpses into your life.
Glad to hear you have a more manageable workload and so much fun “work” coming up.
Kidlets are precious!
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Comment by Indygirl on May 8th, 2008 @ 2:28 pm(Did you just get spammed by Aaron?)
This post isn’t random, it’s just life! I’m glad you are getting more photo opportunities. That is GREAT news!
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Comment by sizzle on May 8th, 2008 @ 2:36 pmI wish we lived closer… would hire you in a snap to photograph my little posse!
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Comment by Tressa on May 8th, 2008 @ 2:41 pmCongratulations on all the freelance photography gigs - that’s excellent! Especially with all the wine involved.
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Comment by Moose on May 8th, 2008 @ 2:45 pmNothing exciting, but I am so jealous that you’re able to be outside in short sleeves.
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Comment by Rhi on May 8th, 2008 @ 2:46 pmI don’t think that I have ever been board by a post of yours, like, EVER.
And the wine glass is soooo purdy!
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Comment by Loralee on May 8th, 2008 @ 3:22 pmGreat news! Karalyn was crowned Summerland Princess on Saturday night meaning she will have her picture taken thousands of times over the next year. Wish you could do some of their photo shoots!
Comment by Heidi F on May 8th, 2008 @ 3:57 pmThat last pic of Graham is hilarious, it will one of those pics you haul out for his wedding. 
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No big news here to share, but I do love your piccies of your kids
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Love the pics! Those jeans are the cutest things evah! And the wine looks delightful. I think I will go have some!
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Comment by Sue on May 8th, 2008 @ 5:46 pmNot boring! I love the one of Graham showboating. Classic!
Congrats on the gig - have fun!
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Comment by Hannah on May 8th, 2008 @ 5:53 pmMmm… wine! Congrats on the gigs - that’s awesome! I’ve had a hard day, so I’m definitely opening a bottle of my favourite red for dinner tonight.
Your posts never bore me!
My cool news is that a buddy of mine is going to fix the brakes on my car on Saturday, which is such a blessing. I haven’t been able to drive all week (driving with no brakes is not my idea of fun), but thankfully my friends are the best, and have been shuttling me around as I’ve needed. It will be nice to have my baby up and working again this weekend!
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1. downward dog - LMAO!
2. great action frisbee shots.
3. heh - wine shots (that can be taken more ways than one).
4. WOOP WOOP for the photo gigs. ENJOY!!!
5. that’s all.
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Comment by Holly on May 8th, 2008 @ 6:09 pmI totally dig that plaid number Emily is always in. She is going to be a little J. Crew girl after my very own heart, I can just see it.
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Comment by slynnro on May 8th, 2008 @ 6:59 pmPersonally, knowing how much work 18 students is… I think you are amazing to have lived through last summers gig.
18 for you will be a breeze!
Yay for the photo gigs, the shot of the wine and the kids are amazing, as always.
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I have been sending your name out as a wedding photographer, here’s hopin’!
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Comment by Elizabeth on May 8th, 2008 @ 8:52 pmLike Indygirl said - I like these glimpses into your life. Not boring at all. Thanks for sharing. c
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Comment by Carolyn on May 8th, 2008 @ 9:23 pmI love those outside photos. The kids look like they are having a ball! And man, do I wish I looked that good in jeans! Good luck tomorrow!
Comment by Michele on May 8th, 2008 @ 9:27 pmI’m NEVER bored when there are pictures!!!
Good luck “working”!
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Comment by Mrs. Wilson on May 8th, 2008 @ 9:28 pmI only have bad news, which you can read about on my blog if you feel like getting depressed. 
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Bored?! Not at all! I love pics of your kidlets! That last pic of Graham actually made me laugh OUT LOUD! What a blessing they are!
Comment by Lisa C on May 9th, 2008 @ 4:38 amI would like to be your assistant at the next wine photo shoot.
And by assistant, I would like to drink everything after you take photos of it.
Congrats and have fun at the shoot!
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Comment by Kristabella on May 9th, 2008 @ 12:58 pmlove the downward dog … too funny
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Comment by mommyknows on May 9th, 2008 @ 3:41 pmI continue to covet that plaid jumper-y top Miss Emily is wearing. I seriously want to wear it myself. Good luck on the shoot today!!
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Comment by metalia on May 9th, 2008 @ 4:06 pm[...] That about sums up my life and, I feel, my posts these days. I am not asking you to shout out, “But you are not boring!” like some of you did on my last post. [...]
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Good Blog. I will continue reading it in the future. Nice layout too.
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Comment by Aaron Wakling on May 8th, 2008 @ 1:31 pm