For the first time since I can remember, I'm actually ready to bid my favorite season adieu and welcome in the one that follows. I discussed this phenomenon with Todd the other day and decided that the reason probably stems from the fact that this has been the first summer break I've enjoyed since I was 15. Every year since then, I've been working. Not heavily, of course, during my high school years, but I certainly haven't had the utter freedom afforded me this year. It is a gift I will treasure. Thanks baby! :)
In my anticipation to see the autumnal season awakened, I have donned a three-quarter length shirt, and purchased my Bath & Body Works hand soaps and candles (2 small candles for $10, by the way). I wonder how early I can talk Todd into eating soup...generally speaking, it's not his favorite fare.
I'm also really looking forward to fall photo sessions! I already know of a couple that will take place in October, and I can't wait to see the leaves change and fade into the perfect back drop...I get artsy just thinking about it. ;)
In an attempt to share the joy of fall with my hand full of readers, I thought this would be the perfect opportunity to do a give-away. I can't take credit for the idea...it's not a Meredith original. But the prize is! To ring in this lovely season properly, I'm doing a photo session give-away! While I'd love to open this up to anyone in the continental United States, I'm afraid it's limited to those in the greater Kingsport/Johnson City area. Here's what you have to do to enter:
Leave me a comment here or on Facebook and let me know what you're most looking forward to this fall; is it the food, the holidays, the weather, the chance to see how God may answer prayers (I'm eagerly awaiting this myself!), anything at all that has your excitement piqued or your wardrobe changing. :)
This will be a weekday morning or early evening shoot in the month of October, and can last for about an hour. I've yet to meet someone who wanted to pose much longer than that anyway. I will draw names this weekend to see who wins...I can hardly wait!
Here are some shots from a few sessions I did last fall. For more pictures from all seasons, visit my website at www.overbeekphotos.com!
Doesn't this just make you want to drink apple cider?! Happy almost fall!
I'm not sure what I would do with a free photo shoot, but I'm sure I could come up with *something*... ;)
ReplyDeleteThere are a few things I look forward to most about Fall. One: the sudden softening of the sun which allows for so much better photos/photo sessions--it opens up so many more opportunities! Two: my church's fall conference. Every year at the end of October the church goes up to Natural Tunnel State Park for our annual fall conference. The perfect Fall setting! Three: Chai Tea and Apple Cider! Four: Scarves and boots! They are perhaps my favorite accessories and I get to break them out in the Fall!
Well, if you didn't use it for yourself, you could always give it away, Emily---er, April. The resemblance is absolutely UNCANNY! :)
DeleteOh, snap, I don't live nearby. Well, someone will surely get a nice treat of a photo shoot! Like you, I love love love summer, look forward to it all winter and hate to see it leave. Fall would be better if it weren't followed by winter. I do love the crunching leaves underfoot while walking around outdoors. And indoors I love to sit by the fire with my puppers in my lap.
ReplyDeleteI wish you did live nearby...I'd love to do some pics for your family :) Thanks for the idea!
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ReplyDeleteI love this idea! :D
I too just adore summer but this year fall holds a great allure for me. I can't wait for the colors and the corn mazes, the s'mores, the campfires, the sweaters and the crisp air that transports your imagination to mountains and fairy-tales. Oh and my school host the Fall Festival which I am quite excited about! Im looking forward to dressing up and going to Trick-or-Treat parties ... oh wow. Even if I don't win, thank you so much for getting my mind thinking about all the good things to come. It got me smiling!
You're quite welcome :) It got my mind going too!
DeleteFall is one of my favorite seasons also! I love the beauty of the hills and mountains as they burn with the fall colors. I love the little wisps of fog that look like smoke in the mornings. I love apple cider with cinnamon and fresh pumpkin bread in the oven. I could go on and on and on but you get the idea! :0)
ReplyDeleteMmm...pumpkin bread...one of my very favorites too! :)
DeleteI love Fall! I love the cooler temps and all the pumpkiny things--bread, latte, soup. I love Fall semester at King and am looking forward to seeing all the new things God is up to this year. I love your pictures too Meredith!
ReplyDeleteThanks, Julie!
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