Bella Modello

For someone with somewhat low self esteem and a strong shyness (yes I know you all don't believe me but it's true!) today was a real confidence builder. This post is dedicated to my dear friend and fabulous photographer Kimberly May Laird!! A special shout out is in order to Lawson Laird and Naomi Laird as without there special assistance as muse's and prop guys the pictures she took would not have happened. We had talked about this day for what seemed forever but scheduling was just a nightmare. Throwing caution to the wind we made a plan and armed with a suitcase full of clothes and accessories the fun began.

Due to the lighting outside we decided it was best to start the shoot inside. Although starting with lingerie is a little daunting it definitely loosened me up as you can't really be shy after being photographed in your underwear ;)

Below is one of 2 which I've had blown up and put on canvas for my bedroom wall.

Now I'm a little concerned about placing this picture on my blog but all those following are friends and won't share unnecessarily!! (I can always claim it isn't me!!)

We then decided to venture out into the yard and with Lawson spraying the hose we captured the shoe loving Lindsay in a mix of black and white. At this point I must interject that for the technical photography terms (not my forte) I must direct you to Kimberly Laird photography!!

I could go on and on about the different pictures but I'd probably bore you all. Needless to say my dear friend Kim maybe feel a million dollars that day and that I truly was a princess!! So extra special thanks, love and kisses to Kim. A true friend amongst the throws of acquaintances.

Today's the day!

Tuesday September 15th 2009, a day of mixed emotions! I woke up feeling 'blah', no other way to describe it. My muscles were sore from the day before I wanted to go to the gym but didn't want to, a crummy start to the day. I did drag myself to the gym and everything happens for a reason as on the way I received a phone call from a potential employer. This is great news and set me in a good mood to attack the day starting with an hour of yoga. Ok so wouldn't you think I'd be super stoked after yoga, relaxed, zenified? Clearly reality kicked in and this was not the case my mind had not been able to relax and unwind. I was pondering the fact it was/would be my 2 year wedding anniversary for the third ceremony today and it did make me feel blue.

Headng home from the gym I ran my errands and decided that I was going to make myself feel better and that I would not submit defeat to the stir cazy, blue mood, cabin fever I was feeling. I had a fabulous conversation with my sister and realized how much I truly miss my family. Its been a long time since I ventured home and I'm slowly realizing that I need to make the trip home not only for myself but for them as well.

A hot shower and the decision made to wear a mini-skirt for the first time in nearly 6 years, I was motivated and ready to face the world. I changed outfits twice before I stepped out into the world, nervous and anxious about the way I looked. "Did the skirt look ok? Should I really be wearing a denim mini-skirt in the middle of the day?" These fearful thoughts haunted me all the way across the street. Even now it will take me a long time to venture too far from home but for now I'll take it I conquered my insecurity of wearing a miniskirt - yeah!