365 2014 Day 61 Three Beauties

 

I love my job. This is Cathy, (the gorgeous grandmother) with her daughter Salena and granddaughter Catherine, her namesake. Cathy was the winner of my Valentine Portrait Giveaway that Salena nominated her for. So sweet. When I chatted with Cathy on the phone I asked her if she might like to share her shoot with Salena and Catherine to include a generational photo. She giggled with excitement when I mentioned it. I took that as a yes. Isn’t that what all mothers want? We want to include our children in everything we do, even in the things that were meant just for us. I knew that would be a blessing to her and that was my goal.

First we had Cathy spend some time in hair and make up with my fabulous make up artist, Dayna. Dayna knows how to pamper my clients and I love having her spend time with them before I begin my part of the shoot.

Then I spent some time with Cathy by herself. I had so much fun making her feel like the special woman she is. She has such a gentle and beautiful spirit. I wish every woman I know would do this. I love it and I believe we need to document our lives for our families. Mothers are always behind the scenes and rarely in front of the camera. They are so beautiful, all of them, but hardly any of them know this to be true. It is my pleasure and my joy to show them this very truth. Women, hear me. YOU ARE BEAUTIFUL.

All of you.

 

 

Then I spent time with these three in groups and individually. We had such a good time!

This whole day was a joy for me. I know this is part of my calling, to help women know they are beautiful. Thank you Salena for nominating your amazing mom, and thank you Cathy for spending the day with me!

“Her clothes are well-made and elegant,
    and she always faces tomorrow with a smile.
When she speaks she has something worthwhile to say,
    and she always says it kindly.
She keeps an eye on everyone in her household,
    and keeps them all busy and productive.
Her children respect and bless her;
    her husband joins in with words of praise:
‘Many women have done wonderful things,
    but you’ve outclassed them all!’
Charm can mislead and beauty soon fades.
    The woman to be admired and praised
    is the woman who lives in the Fear-of-God.
Give her everything she deserves!
    Festoon her life with praises!”

From Proverbs 31 via The Message