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Wow. It's been awhile since I've blogged. I'm in the middle of creating a new website and blog, along with some changes in my business.  March has  definitely been "model month" for me. Taking photos of some of my favorite gorgeous gals to prepare for the new website and blog..  Thank you Sue Bryce for being such an inspiration with your art.. it's really helped me focus and realize what I want to do with my camera these days.. besides take those funny birthday videos that Grace makes..LOL
In the adoption world, several great things are happening. For a few months I've been talking with DCS in hopes to start the first TN Heart Gallery.  Most of you might not have heard about the galleries but there are only five states who don't have them. Tennessee being one.  Check them out here.  The Heart Galleries across the U.S. improve foster kids chances of being adopted by 100 percent. Their beautiful photos taken by professional photographers are placed in retail spaces or in some instances their own gallery until the children are adopted, along with follow up photos of kids with their forever families. Going to collaborate with some great photographers and folks who have a heart for adoption. Hoping to get non-profit status very soon. 

 Have also been thinking of starting an adoption group in East Nashville this spring! So many people have talked with me about our adoption journey and expressed that they would love to find out more about the process.  Just a once a month get together. I know there are several of you who would love to share what you know with others, I think it will be fun!

 This sounded like a great big newsletter you guys. Sorry about that!

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