We are home bodies the four of us. We can sit and putter in the house for days. And we love that we do not go anywhere for the Holidays. Here are some of the things we have been up to at home this week…
scootering in Rock Creek Park
working on our fine moter skills by putting together our Christmas toys while sporting a faux-hawk
and of course decorating and eating of way too many sweets
What have you been up to?
I always love seeing the boys. I’m glad you are having a wonderful break with your family.
For all you photographers out there who are visiting my site via the ProPhoto2 Blog page…
First, I want to say that the Jared’s new theme ROCKS!! I started with ProPhoto 1 and was a beta tester for ProPhoto2…and he really has out done himself. ProPhoto2 is so user friendly, easy, and you really don’t need to know a thing about code, CSS stylesheets, plugins, or widgets. It is all built right in.
Second, I did not realize that as a beta tester for his theme, I would get a discount code to pass along AND that I would receive a little “kick back” from those that used my discount code. So that was a nice Holiday surprise. And seeing as it is the season of giving, and Giving is Awesome...I want to give a little “kick back” to my local community. I like to keep my donations in my community, just like the work I have done for Girls on the Run, it makes me feel like a better community citizen and a better human being.
If you use discount code EWEISS232 to purchase ProPhoto2, I will donate any monies I get in return to my favorite local charity Bright Beginnings Child Development Center. Bright Beginnings provides free, safe, and developmentally appropriate child care to children in homeless families in Washington, DC. Bright Beginnings serves about 186 children annually whose families are living in crisis shelters or transitional housing. Bright Beginnings takes a holistic approach to meeting the special needs of homeless families with young children and has developed a comprehensive program to include educational, therapeutic and family support services.
So make you life easier…get ProPhoto2, help homeless children get quality childcare, and use my code!
And if you have any questions…feel free to email me or leave me some blog love!
by Emily Weiss
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Just used your code. Thanks for donating that’s great!
Hi Emily. I just used your code so thanks for sharing and giving back. I really like your site. Thanks Patrick
just used your discount code. great idea to donate the earnings to charity! that’s the reason i used yours!
Using the code!
I love that you’re donating the money you receive to charity! I just used your code to purchase the new prophoto 3 template (found you through google). Thanks a bunch!
I am new to prophoto blogs but I love them!
Just used your discount code since I know it’s going back to a worthy charity. Thanks for doing that! 
I agree with John! So glad it can give back, even if a little bit.
Hi Emily. I googled Pro Photo Blog Codes and came across your site. Stunning! I’m using your code & glad it can give back in some small way. I’ll also request you on FB 
JA
Glad I found your blog. Very nice work and a great showcase for ProPhoto! I took advantage of your discount code – now working feverishly to get things up and running! Thanks!
i just wanted to thank you for answering my questions about your site and the prophoto blog – i just used your code to order! yay!
I ordered my ProPhoto 2 blog last night with your discount code. Glad I came across your site.
I am signing up right now! …and what a wonderful thing to give the kick back to charity! That is how to “do it right”! Such class!
Great work! I am glad I ran accross your blog.
I love your site and your photos. I have been doing photography on the side for almost 10 years, but have never had the confidence to jump into it full-time. I have recently begun considering it again, now that I have a 4-month-old child.
I used to only do on-location shoots like you, but built a studio in my basement because of constant requests for more “studio-like” portraits. I miss doing just on-location. Kids are so much more fun in their natural habitat!
I just wanted to jot down a note and say hi and let you know that I love your work! It is inspirational.
-Nikki
I am half way through editing and had to share a few more of my favorites thus far. Paige and I are working really hard to get all the photos ready and will announce on our blogs when they are ready for viewing and purchase. You will be able to view and purchase race day photographs at http://www.digiproofs.com/GOTR PASSWORD: GOTR
And if you have not done so already check out my first blog post with photos HERE
And Paige’s blog post with photos HERE
EDITED: The slideshow is live! Check it out HERE
Prints are ready for purchase at http://www.digiproofs.com/GOTR PASSWORD: GOTR
And some sunflare!
I loved watching the parents on the sidelines cheering their girls on. They warmed up this chilly morning with their enthusiasm and heart.
There is only one word that can describe the the Girls on the Run – DC Wondergirl 5K race: C-O-L-D! We had a high of 25 and a wind chill in the the teens. BRRRR!!
But the cold and windy weather did not dampen the spirit and enthusiasm of this amazing event. Once again I left feeling inspired and in complete awe of the girls who ran it, and the parents who got up so early in the cold and cheered on. These girls really are amazing. I only know a few, as my son’s school has a team that runs (Go Hoppers!), but I feel so proud of all of them. I was on the brink of tears as I watched them through my view finder approach the finish line. I left feeling warm at heart and grateful I get to be a part of this great organization.
Paige and I are working to get all the race day photographs uploaded for purchase as soon as possible. Folks will be able to view and purchase race day photographs at http://www.digiproofs.com/GOTR Password: GOTR I will post here on my blog when they are ready as well a post with the slideshow. Sign up for email alerts or bookmark my blog so you are know when they go live!
Also make sure to check out the incredible photographs Paige was able to capture on her blog HERE.
And there are more photos on my blog HERE
EDITED: The slideshow is live! Check it out HERE
Prints are ready for purchase at http://www.digiproofs.com/GOTR PASSWORD: GOTR
Here are a few first highlights
by Emily Weiss
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awesome! they turned out really well – you totally captured the feeling of the morning – chilly, but invigorating. can’t wait to see more!
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Girls on the Run is a fantastic organization that uses a 12-week character building program of experiential learning through running. It teaches very specific and well-defined social and personal skills. The program culminates in a non-competitive 5K race event which gives the girls a chance to shine and an overwhelming sense of accomplishment.
I am so excited to capture this event. In part, because I have done it once before so I know the drill, I know how it works, and I know what to do. That always makes my job easier. But I also know how to make it even better than before. The first thing I did was recruit my friend and awesome photographer Paige Pearson to come help me out. I am stoked to have another equally talented photographer at my side, and it means we can cover more ground.
After the event Paige and I will be busy getting the photographs ready for the sideshow and for purchase. You will be able to see and purchase the race day photographs HERE. We are aiming to have them ready no later than December 19, 2008.
EDITED: The slideshow is live! Check it out HERE
Prints are ready for purchase at http://www.digiproofs.com/GOTR PASSWORD: GOTR
by Emily Weiss
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I loved reading your recap of the day and your pictures are amazing. I signed up to be notified when other pictures are available for purchase.
I was there today with my Brookland Elementarty School Team and was near tears after I crossed the finish line with 3 of my team members only to turn around and stand there rooting on ALL of the other finishers.
It was a bit breezy (ok, ok.. it was FREEZING) but it was worth it!
On Monday I met two girly girls. I have two boys and I always enjoy the opportunity to meet and play with girls. It is like peeking around the other side of the curtain for me. These girls were so darling and so CUTE! These girls arrived in pink dresses and white tights, and the sweetest little Maryjane’s I have ever seen. In some ways it is like walking into another world for me. But what was so familiar was the bond these two share. They are best friends and great playmates. The little one ADORES her big sister, follows her every move. Little sis is clearly totally enamored with big sis, yet has a personality all her own.
If you recognize anyone here SHHHH! This is a surprise secret for Dad for the Holidays so don’t say anything.
I met a super mom yesterday. Of course all my clients are “super” but this mom really had it going on. Mid way on our walk to the park as she was trying to corral two kids in a wagon with one hand and a 100lb Labrador in the other…I notice she is wearing heels! Heels!! I love heels, but I am one of those women that wears heels when I know that all I have to do is walk from the the car into the restaurant and immediately sit down for the majority of the evening. Otherwise I am into the easy on easy off shoes that can make it through the slop. Hey, I have two boys and some days require wading into knee deep slop. So I was in awe as she kept every one in order while still looking fabulous.
Here she is with her gang…
So here are her beautiful children…so full of personality and energy.
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