So when I stumbled upon this link today it made me feel pretty good to know that I’m not the only photographer to behave this way. In fact from the looks of things I’m starting to think that my random acts of insanity are really quite sane after all. If you’re in need of a  good chuckle, or just like to see grown people in very precarious situations, have a peek at this collection of Photographs of Photographers from 35millimeter.

Oh and if anyone knows where I can get one of these little do-hickies feel free to send me an email. *giggle* I’m kidding!! (Sorta!)

Go on, you know you wanna Elf Yourself too!

The Rules

1. Post the rules on your blog.
2. Write 7 random things about yourself.
3. Tag 7 people at the end of your post.
4. Pass on the tag.

Alrighty, here goes…

1. Before lifeXpressions, I worked as nurse for more than 9 years.

2. I absolutely despise coffee but I love Diet Dr. Pepper and must have a can as soon as I wake up. The rest of my day is spent drinking Sugar-Free Red Bull and Crystal Springs Bottled Water.

3. I was asked to be a spokeswoman for Nutrisystem after losing about 90 pounds on their program. I still occasionally see my before and after photos in the back of magazines while I’m waiting in the checkout line. I’m very proud to say that I’ve kept the weight off for over two years now.

4. When I was in high school I used to sing in a rock & roll band. There was a time when I refused to date a guy unless he had long hair and could play the guitar. *giggle*

5. I am an avid scrapbooker and have had numerous layouts published in national magazines and idea books including Paperkuts, Simple Scrapbooks and Memory Makers magazine.

6. I love animals, seriously. I know a lot of people say they love animals but when I was a little girl I had 2 ponies, 3 dogs, a barn full cats and yes, even a few cows and pigs to entertain me. The beaches of Naples & Fort Myers are a far cry from my childhood home in Michigan but I still have quite a zoo around me including Sandy {our 1.5 yr old Golden Retriever}, Callie {our 5 year old calico cat}, Kodo & Podo {our newest additions are 8 & 10 week old kittens}. Oh and don’t forget I have three children – yep – it’s a zoo around here!

7. I have unusual taste when it comes to snacking. Some people like to grab popcorn or chips for snacks but I much prefer fresh vegetables. I snack on fresh peas, broccoli, celery and carrots almost daily. Publix has me completely addicted to their veggie party mixes in the produce dept. they’re already washed and freshly cut just add a little light ranch on the side and I’m good to go! Yumm!

*whew* Okay, that was probably more information than you ever needed to know about me! Now to tag some friends! (insert evil laugh *bwahahaha*) Look out Connie, Pam, Theresa, Heather, Meggan, Mare and  Tonya here I come! Can’t wait to hear what you girls have to say.

For my local clients, many of whom I consider my friends, please take care of yourselves and stay safe. You guys know the drill. Most of us Floridians know this is just a way of life, perhaps the cost of living in such a beautiful area. All you can do is prepare and pray for the best. We’ve been pretty lucky in this area since the nightmare hurricane season of 2004 (that’s a year I’d rather forget!), let’s hope our luck holds out through this year as well.

Click to view the latest video broadcast online from the NBC-2 Weather Center.

Oh my gosh, I am STILL laughing! ha ha ha I think the best part is that everyone took it so well, all smiling and laughing at the situation. Cute!

(Direct Link: YouTube – Water bed prank)

Our totally awesome diving adventure in the Caribbean last December lead to the death of my poor little point & shoot. Unfortunately the underwater housing I’d purchased failed at some point and the camera was toast. Some might say that I’m a little picky when it comes to photo quality (gee..ya think?) so finding a new point and shoot for those quick snaps of the kids is well, a little challenging for me. That was until yesterday! Introducing the Olympus Stylus 850 SW…

Cute little bugger isn’t it?! Not only is it totally adorable but this little guy is rugged enough to withstand a five foot fall and WATERPROOF up to 10 feet. I really didn’t hold much hope for the image quality but with such unique features I felt compelled to at least try it out for a while. Well, what can I say? I’m seriously impressed. I foresee some very FUN photos in our future together.

Here’s a few more snaps from a family get together today.

Rolleiflex Mini Digital Camera