It’s January. It’s freezing outside. My son is in a “NO PICTURES! phase. I’m trying to take photos everyday to stay limber, so you get pugs. Whisper to be exact. Stamp literally jumped up right after that photo to join Whips. She has a crazy vertical leap and can’t stand to be left out of…
Monthly Archives: January 2010
Mornings are the best…at least where Miles is concerned. He is always happy to see the day and loves to be snuggled and held for a few delicious moments. (A rarity for 3 year olds, if you didn’t already know.) No matter how rough the previous day was, or what kind of night it was,…
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Oh Betsy, I had to laugh and cringe at the fact that someone contacted you and thought you were a hobbyist. They must not be an avid blog stalker of yours like I am, or they have no eye for true talent. Keep your head up, kid…you rock!
And reverse mullett….LOOOOVE it! You are hilarious!
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Whoa, what a blow to the self-confidence. Your work is amazing, and marks a true professional! I always enjoy seeing what you have done… ‘LOVE this post!
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Girl, you seriously crack me up. Reading this post made me miss you even more 🙂
Love, Your fellow photo “hobbyist” in crime, Gail
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not sure if i’ve commented before or not, but i’ve been reading your blog for awhile. just wanted to let you know that your pics are awesome! the person who emailed you that obviously doesn’t have a clue!
and i have to tell you, i think your little boy, miles, is one of the most adorable kids i’ve seen! i just love seeing pics of him on your blog. 🙂 and congratulations on your pregnancy! two is fun! i have two of my own–they keep me busy, but now that they’re a little older (6 & 4), they’re the best of friends. 🙂
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you are precious. i had a similar experience w/someone commenting on my “hobby.” to make it worse, it was a good friend- OUCH! and REST girl REST!!! no regrets doing it.
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I am already on the edge of my seat waiting to see the finished studio space. SO jealous!!!
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yikes- as many have said before me, the person must have read your blog AFTER they sent the email. Look at the positive though- how awesome is it that you get to do your “hobby” as a full time career? And in the midst of it, you remain a beautiful mother, wife, and friend to many on the inside and out? 🙂
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Betsy – Did she also compliment you on what nice pictures your camera takes? I get that one all the time! 🙂
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so wait…you arent just doing this for fun? you actually make a living taking photos?? thats outlandish. i dont think its possible for anyone to consider ‘taking photos’ as a career. geeze. what an EASY job you have! baaaaaaaaaaaaahahaha. 😉 people are idiots. you work is clearly amazing, even when its just family shots, they are obviously professional.
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A hobby? Really? That’s just flat our frustrating to get that email! Doesn’t it amaze you how these little boys can wake up so refreshed and ready for the day? I wonder when that leaves us?
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ha!! love how you called your blog a reverse mullet! good stuff! if it were a hobby you are pretty darn good at it 🙂 love this picture and the post! You are amazing..
Welcome to my first “Chick Chat” post where I talk about chick stuff. Chicks meaning, well, girl stuff, or baby stuff, as in baby chicks. Get it? I figured I might want to give a little warning when the talk is going to be all girly for the guys who tune in (wait a minute,…
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Oooo those sound really cute! I’ll have to go check them out. The over-sized skinny jeans I bought at Forever 21 are still a little baggy in the knees after I wear them once, so maybe I’ll try these out! I can’t wait to see you with more tummy! 🙂
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Hi!!!! Congrats…and take care of urself……. I am a big fan of urs……..ur blogs…..ur son is the cutest little boy..and what photography…!!!!!
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I just love the Chick Chat!!…Bring it on girl!! Especially since we are expecting our 2nd the first week of September. 🙂
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First of all, Congrats on the bun in the oven 🙂 I am so excited for you guys! You are going to be the hottest little pregnant chick I have ever seen! I can’t wait to see the pictures of you as your baby grows…being a mommy is SEXY!!!
While Miles napped today, we decided to join him and this is where we conked out for something insane like two whole hours. Me, Whisper, Stamp, Leelu and John. It was luxurious. I can’t believe all four of us fit on our couch without any limbs falling asleep or pugs slipping off the couch. I’m…
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Saturday naps are the best! I definitely know what you mean about sleeping more…our bedtime is about 9:30pm now! Get some rest 🙂
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Just think of the pugs as your personal heating pads.
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this is awesome
I’m such a nerd, when I order something online, I always write a fun little note to myself in the gift message area. It’s been exciting around here anticipating all sorts of things, the new baby, the new studio space, the day when Miles will decide to use the potty on a consistent basis… So…
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Best of luck on this new, exciting, scary, wonderful endeavor. This is a very exciting time!
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I LOVE that you write notes to yourself! I may have to start doing that 🙂
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I haven’t checked in for a while but glad to hear of all the good things on the horizon!
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So when I read the B&H packing slip, I thought “Wow! Betsy must be a great customer. They never send me personalized notes.” 🙂 Excited for you and can’t wait to see the results of the studio lighting!
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Wow, that is exciting, but I can certainly understand why it would be nerve wracking. Perhaps you need to have the quote from Hans above your studio door?
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I cannot wait to see what you do with all of that! So excited for you guys!
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Just catching up on your blog. We are peas in a pod- I write myself a gift note when I order online, too!! xo
I’m crying and laughing at the same time … Betsy, anytime you want to talk about the pugs is fine by me. They are adorable. Love ’em. Andy sounds like such an amazing person, and it’s so heartbreaking and heart/life-affirming at the same time when you share your stories. So thanks for the tears and laughs this eve (one of the better emotions – laughing through tears, right?) … :~) Oh, and as for that e/m you rec’d the other day about your ‘hobby’ … lol, no words.
not only are your stories beautiful and wonderfully written, your dogs are too cute! almost makes me want to add another dog to our family, but then i think of puppy days and run the other direction with feelings!
BTW…your conversions are dreamy!
Oooh..what a great post! Thank for sharing! 🙂
Thanks for sharing Betsy. Truly a blessing.
Only you can make wacky pug stories bring tears to my eyes. 😉 Beautiful.
LOVE it , love it all! The story is so moving. And yes, we know who Andy is:) Maybe when you mention him you can hyperlink his name to a post where you explained who he was, that way if people have questions they can be informed:)
awe…you remind me of me and my dobermans! I think they are the best thing since sliced bread and I can shoot them day in and day out. Even when I’m not shooting them I can watch them or cuddle with them like no tomorrow. I didn’t ever read about your late husband so I’m glad you added the details in this post. I think dogs can get most people through the worst of times with the least amount of damage! I love my dobies and can see your pugs mean the world to you too! I can relate and am not embarrassed to admit it! 😉
The pictures are wonderful!!!
What a great story – it makes me want to buy 2 pugs! And I agree that yes, we know who Andy is:)
Adorable…I am begging Drew for a puppy these days so our doggie Murphy can have a pal…..I LOVE Shar peis! They look a lot like pugs…don’t you just love those squishy faces!??
So glad you have John! I won’t get tired of seeing pug shots. We have 2 dogs, and I need to practice my photography skills so we have thousands of dog photos. They are the only ones at our house that are happy to get their photos taken, mind you I give them a treat every time.
This was such a wonderful and touching story. I loved reading it 🙂
Beautiful post and beautiful dogs. =) THANKS as always for sharing so much of your heart. We’re total dog freaks–pitties for our family, but we respect and adore seeing the love people have for their pets no matter the breed–so a pug post is always fun to see.
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Beautiful post. I just found your blog today and love it. My hubby and I own 2 pugs ( and a schipperke). These dogs are the best and have the BIGGEST hearts in the world. Pugs were bred soley to be companions and they do their job well. Mine would like to just sit with me all day long, and do nothing……… The schipperke, yeah, he’s more of a, as someone once called him, little bundle of dynamite!! Keep the pug photo’s coming. Sue, MINNESOTA