Family. Friends. Fotography.

So we have been super busy the past couple weeks. I started my new job at Von Maur and love it so far (minus the pantyhose...which after my first week of training alone, I had already gone through 2 pairs...grrr). On the plus side, the ladies I work with are great and have taught me a lot. I have a long list of 'wants', so if you need ideas for me for Christmas, just let me know :)

I've also started my own photography business. Which is SO much fun!! I have a couple sessions booked for the near future, but would love to have more. Anyone can view my website at http://www.emilysweitzerphotography.weebly.com/

R and I went home 2 weekends ago for Pontiac's Homecoming. Friday night we went to the football game with a bunch of friends. Followed by a little hometown bar scene.

Saturday morning we met my family at St. Mary's to watch the infamous 6th Grade Girls Basketball Team. If you haven't seen a game yet, you should! And I recommend sitting close enough to hear the coaches. It was fun to watch my parents coach Elizabeth. She is a tough player and I wouldn't mess with her on the court. I forgot my camera, so no pictures....sorry....

Rhys and William had the homecoming dance that night, so we went to see them with their dates. The theme this year was Wild, Wild, West...hence the cowboy outfits. Also, Rhys was on Senior Court. He didn't win King, but I know if I were still in High School I totally would have voted for him.

That night 13 friends + R and myself, rented a limo. Which took us to a bar in Chenoa and a couple in Pontiac. Why you ask? I have no clue, but it was a GREAT time!

Sunday I had a photoshoot with the Harms. Sarah, Brent, and Addison. I was in the same class as Sarah's brother Robert. So I've known her for a little while. Both Brent and Sarah are teachers and I loved watching them teach Addison things throughout the day. We would try to keep her entertained as we drove from spot to spot. We brought along a pumpkin, which Sarah taught her was 'round', 'small', 'orange'.....she would repeat the word over and over to us until we gave her another word. So cute and smart! It was a fun day and I will be taking more pictures of them and their extended family the first week of November. Can't wait!!

Then that night my mom cooked a family supper, which she wants to do every month.....we'll see if that happens. The supper table included Mom, Dad, Ryan, me, Michael, Kearstyn, Rhys, William, Elizabeth, Grace, and Pat Martin.....ahhah....He's family! It was such a fun-filled weekend. Since then it's been work, work, work.....

On a side note:

We saw a commercial the other day for a resort in Jamaica, which made me think back to our Honeymoon and the WONDERFUL time we had. Saying I wished I was there is truly an understatement.......ahhhh...what I would give to be sitting pool side with a strawberry daiquiri..........someday...

Also, I've been obsessing over Christmas. It is my all time favorite holiday and it will be here before you know it. I love the magic and cheer it brings. Hopefully R will let me start decorating soon. I'll leave you with a lovely picture of us from Christmas '05.