October 7, 2024 - An update from Emily
This year has been quite the whirlwind! Not only do I have the most amazing clients, but my family and I have also faced a lot of big changes this year. This past summer was one of my busiest yet—thank you, thank you, thank you!
Some of you may know that when I’m not your friendly neighborhood photographer, I love performing on stage. Musical Theater and singing in a choir bring me so much joy. A few years ago, I found a choir and theater group that I adore, and whenever I get the chance, I’m on stage singing my heart out with some of my closest friends!
Now, a little backstory: over the years, I’ve dealt with various health challenges, but they’ve mostly been manageable. However, starting in January, I began experiencing new symptoms and chronic pain that have progressively worsened. By July, even more symptoms set in, including the migraines many of you might have seen me mention earlier this summer. These migraines have been relentless and have impacted my productivity, forcing me to scale back my workload to give my body time to recover. I’m still seeking answers and undergoing different tests to figure out what’s going on. I want to sincerely thank all my clients for the grace and patience you’ve shown me as I navigate this.
So why did I tell you about my love of performing? Because this does not only effect my work and family life, but it is effecting the things that bring me joy and "fill my cup". I am trying to involve myself in these passions of mine as much as I can tolerate, but it has become less and less over time, due to me not being able to trust my body at present. I am hopeful that I will return to everything that brings me joy (this does include working with my clients!!!).
As we enter the final quarter of the year, I plan to release details about my annual Christmas Tree Farm Mini-Sessions, health permitting. If I’m able to proceed, the sessions will be limited, so be sure to book quickly once the announcement is made! My email subscribers will get the first opportunity, so if you’re not already subscribed, be sure to sign up here.
I’m hopeful that by next spring, I’ll be back to my usual self, but of course I don't know what the outcome of all of this will be, but until then, I want to express my gratitude for your ongoing patience and understanding. You are all truly the best!
~Emily
