Every so often we come across a client that is so like us that we become friends. This year, I can say I have had several clients that fit into this category, ones that I hope to work with in the future and am confident will hire me again.

I am thankful for these people who trust me with their family portraits and are pushing me toward a full-time job doing what I love.  With their love and support, I will be able to do all the things I want to do as a mom and a business owner. For me, that's a big deal. I couldn't do it without them.

I am thankful that I still find photography enjoyable and make it a priority, even when I am feeling burned out with everything else.

I am thankful for the moments I can capture, not just in my own life, but in other people's too.

I am thankful that my confidence is building and that it has brought new opportunities this year--like not feeling overwhelmed at the thought of capturing someone's wedding day. It's a big job--and I have done it twice now.

I am just thankful in a giving season. I am excited and nervous for business goals next year, but I am thankful to be in the position to make them.

Have a great Thanksgiving everyone!