Bear with me
>> Tuesday, November 16, 2010
I struggle with "do I put personal things on the blog or not"? I try to keep things See Shel's Photography oriented - but then it always comes back to.....but *I* am See Shel's Photography.....so I guess every now and again it is about me in some weird way.....
(why the ramble Shelen - get to the point!)
I love so much about my job - there is one pitfall though - I don't get to call in sick or take a personal day, especially September through November. I have no co-workers to cover for me or an understanding boss to fill in - just me and a wonderful husband who loves to cook. ;)
I mentioned the other day my mom is in the hospital in Regina - she's still there - this weighs heavily on my mind every moment I don't get to be there for her. And if that wasn't enough her baby brother is living out his last couple of days in Calgary where is appears Cancer will win again.
And to add just a touch more fun to everything, my 2 aunts (their sistes) were driving to Calgary to see my uncle when their vehicle flipped and they were taken to hospital. (so if you're keeping track, all four of the siblings were actually simultaneously hospitalized today.......hmmmmm........) My one aunt is ok and is on her way home - the other has broken her neck.
My mind is all over the place, not sure who to think about or worry about first - on top of being a mom, wife and being in my busiest time of the year photo wise.
So again I will apologize if I've seem a bit distracted or have forgotten to attach a file to your email - I am trying very hard to stay on top of it all, but i'm just human and I do realize that i have limits as well.
And thank you for allowing me a personal ramble on my photo blog. ;) I assure you my clients are a very high priority to me and I will do everything possible in my power to make sure everyone has everything they need when they need it! Just please cut me a little slack if I appear as if from another planet - it's been a really long 2 weeks!
(why the ramble Shelen - get to the point!)
I love so much about my job - there is one pitfall though - I don't get to call in sick or take a personal day, especially September through November. I have no co-workers to cover for me or an understanding boss to fill in - just me and a wonderful husband who loves to cook. ;)
I mentioned the other day my mom is in the hospital in Regina - she's still there - this weighs heavily on my mind every moment I don't get to be there for her. And if that wasn't enough her baby brother is living out his last couple of days in Calgary where is appears Cancer will win again.
And to add just a touch more fun to everything, my 2 aunts (their sistes) were driving to Calgary to see my uncle when their vehicle flipped and they were taken to hospital. (so if you're keeping track, all four of the siblings were actually simultaneously hospitalized today.......hmmmmm........) My one aunt is ok and is on her way home - the other has broken her neck.
My mind is all over the place, not sure who to think about or worry about first - on top of being a mom, wife and being in my busiest time of the year photo wise.
So again I will apologize if I've seem a bit distracted or have forgotten to attach a file to your email - I am trying very hard to stay on top of it all, but i'm just human and I do realize that i have limits as well.
And thank you for allowing me a personal ramble on my photo blog. ;) I assure you my clients are a very high priority to me and I will do everything possible in my power to make sure everyone has everything they need when they need it! Just please cut me a little slack if I appear as if from another planet - it's been a really long 2 weeks!
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My thoughts are with you. I don't need anything urgent or anything much at all (when things slow down for you I'll get my CD but that's not why I'm writing) I'm in Calgary and if you need anything taken to, dropped off, picked up, sent on behalf of your family please just ask. I've got time on my hands being off work and would be happy to lend a hand. You have a lot on your plate - hang in there and hopefully your adoring cook of a hubby has a nice pot of home cooked comfort food and a hug for his best girl.
Stacey
sstennant@shaw.ca
Oh my goodness Shelen, I am so sorry for all the heart-breaking news and suffering happening to you and your family. You are all in my prayers for strength and comfort.
I just want you to know that not only are we all fans of your exquisite work but also of the genuine person behind the lens. The nature of your profession allows you to step into the personal lives of your clients and because of that we begin to think of you as family. I understand that as a business owner you require a line drawn between posts focused on just your work rather than your home life but that isn't how we feel at all. By sharing with us the softer side of yourself, you give us a chance to reach out to you like you've done for so many of us. I can only imagine the outpouring of love and support you will receive today from all of your clients who think of you as a friend and care about your well-being.
You are very special to my family and perhaps is it us who should take the time to tell you that more often so you feel at ease about using your blog as both a professional and personal means of expression.
~ Your friend Amber Smith
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