I'm a dash of Jackie O. A pinch of Elly May. A splash of Quelques Fleurs. A jigger of pickle juice. My friends call me Boots. My name is JoBeth. I'm just a southern girl who adores a great tune, a delicious meal, beautiful flowers, a frilly dress, and the perfect shoe. I'm married to a curly haired boy I call "The Angler". By day, I'm a healthcare stategist with a passion for NonProfits. I have a Masters degree in food. Literally. I am a registered dietitian, but I do love burgers and chocolate chip cookies. I survived being President of the Junior League. I'm a daydreamer, an avid i-pod shuffler and a novice photographer. I love to laugh. I'm often silly with a heapin' helpin' of sappy. I'm blessed beyond measure and amazed by God's grace. I try to keep my high heels walking in faith one step at a time, It's my prayer to help other women live beautiful, gracious lives.
Like all true southerners, I come from a long line of storytellers. My favorite stories paint pictures. And great pictures tell stories. I hope to accomplish both on this blog. So, grab yourself a glass of sweet tea, kick off your Manolo's and sit a spell on my virtual veranda. Flair and folly awaits.
Do tell!
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I kept this pinned to my bulletin board above my office desk for years. It now is on my dressing table and I look at it each morning. Thought it was perfect to share this HOT Monday.
Now, get out there and do your wonderful thing.
It’s been awhile since I’ve posted any photography projects. To be honest, I can let myself go too long without shooting. Thankfully, I have great friends who find reasons to get me to pick up my camera now and again. I was honored when one of those friends asked if I would take her daughter’s senior pictures. When I arrived at my friend’s house, she had a gorgeous yard in full bloom, and an even prettier daughter. Sarah is a bright spirit. Not only is this girl gorgeous, a natural in front of the camera, she’s also a National Merit Scholar. I loved getting to hang out with her. I couldn’t have picked a prettier soul to capture for my first shot at Senior Pics. Thanks, Sarah!
I heart my iPhone. I do! I’ve been accused of being addicted to it. I heart it even more now that I’ve discovered insta.gram. Insta.gram is an app that allows iPhone users to snap pictures with their phone, do a little fun tweaking /editing and post for friends to see. Long before I had my DSLR, my phone was my camera. I whole -heartedly agree with famed photog Chase Jarvis – that the BEST camera is the one you have with you. Photo inspiration can strike me anytime – whether fashion, colors, flowers, sunsets, a texture, or even an angle that makes my eyes twinkle. As soon as I see it, I stop and take an iPhone pic. Love must be in the air because I’ve gone through the last month of my instagram shots, I found lots o’ hearts. I thought today would be a perfect day to share. It’s also a time to encourage us, to open our eyes. Love IS all around ….if we just stop and look for it.
there is no substitute for love (my kitchen counter)
hearts of stone ( at Pottery Barn)
i love you...I do! ( Proposals Bridal Store Window)
love ~ love ~ love (my other drug)
glitter hearts ( on my coffee table)
be loved ( a shredded belkin cardboard box + doily!)
US Pizza Love ( shadow of my red soda glass!)
my valentine ( on my pillow this morning!)
two greats together ( always within arms reach)
(rosemary beach sept 2010 | mccottage 2011)
taken via instagram
(all this beauty | the weepies)
