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Ferris Bueller's Day Off...Well, actually, Joanne Lee's Day Off (sort of!)

"Life moves pretty fast. If you don't stop and look around once in a while, you could miss it." -Ferris Bueller

The 1986 movie, Ferris Bueller's Day Off, is one of my favorite movies of all time. In a word, it's AWESOME! I have always loved Matthew Broderick, and this movie just makes me smile. It is CLEVER. You all know I love clever.

Anyway, I digress....

I decided I was going to take a few days off this week. Originally, I had said I was taking the entire week off. Well, that isn't going to happen (BOO!!!!) but I did get part of yesterday off. It was FANTASTIC! I started my day by spending a little extra time on hair and makeup. It's amazing what looking good can do for you to make you FEEL good! Then I ventured out to lunch at Gritty's in Freeport with my dear friend, Matthew.  We laughed and laughed over some of the funnier moments of our 25 year friendship. Love that!

Here he is from a recent session at my studio...

He bailed just in time for me to hit up the COACH store and Talbots. He must know he would have been the one to carry my bags, so he headed off to a performance he was scheduled to do. COACH was having a big sale, so of course I HAD to get something. I needed a new black clutch, so I picked out one and bought it for myself!

Then it was on to Talbots. When I notice my favorite go-to pieces in my wardrobe, they are typically Talbots pieces. So, I ventured in thinking I was only going to go look. Ha ha ha!! Well, I managed some FAB deals and got two pair of jeans (a size smaller than I expected, to!!) a sweater and a top. YIPPEE!!!! Brace yourself....I got all of that for some crazy amount....(Shh...$65 ish I think?!!)

I returned home to a message from a bride who I need to meet with as she is living out of state now. We are finalizing her album, so I had to drop everything and get back to work. Still, my day off was nice while it lasted! Today I am also supposed to be taking the day off, but I have to go to the studio for a few things. It's a blessing to be this busy at the studio!! But, I can tell you, I ADORED the wee bit of time I enjoyed off yesterday~)

Santa's Visit to Joanne Lee Photography

There were miles of smiles at the studio when Santa visited!! As you can see from the sparkel in their eyes, there were some very happy children. Santa's visit to my studio is one of my absolutely FAVORITE events. The wonder with which they walk up to him and hand him a handwritten letter, or gift is heartwarming! Santa is a gentle, kind soul. He takes time and chats with each child. He was happy to answer their questions about where he parked his sleigh, and where the reindeer were waiting. Seeing how the children's faces light up when he thanks them for the cookies last year is precious. Ah, Christmas!! It's the most wonderful time of the year!