My life...currently

I know that anyone who happens to read my blog probably think that I have abandoned it. That is not true. Lately though, many of the pictures I have taken have been for the newspaper and therefore I am not really supposed to post them. That and the fact that I put my other images on my harddrives instead of keeping them on my laptop and they are not as easy to access.

I am now writing for the paper as well as taking pictures. I am what is known as a stringer...pretty much the same as freelance. I even covered the Coloma City Commission meeting. It was the first time I had ever been to a meeting like that I and I was a nervous mess. I did however discover that I would really enjoy those types of meetings if I wasn't so stressed out about reporting it. I have another one next week so I guess the practice will help me to improve and relax.

If someone ever asks you to take pictures of a lighted parade. You should say no. Okay, not neccessarily but you need to be a better photographer then I am. I have probably mentioned before that I do not like to use flash. I learned this weekend that my dislike has put me at a large dissadvantage. I failed to practice with my flash and then when it was time to use it I did not do a very good job. I struggled with a assignments all weekend long and got some of the worst images I have taken in years. I am over it now and have turned in my assignments.

In two weeks I am going to be flying to Dallas Texas. This time though, my trip will not be focused on photography. I am so excited to be attending Effective Communication. This is a course that focuses on writing and public speaking. They are in need of some more attendees so if this is something that might interest you please look into it right away. You can get more information at http://www.envoyschool.com

Would love to hear from some of my blogging friends. How is your life...currently?

~blessed every minute, Christina