"Amazing Talent"

Last night I had the pleasure of shooting a Spring Recital at the Little Haiti Cultural Center hosted by Taranika Gordon and one of my Miami Young Wives Club sisters Arnetta Gordon. It was amazing watching what these ladies and others put together for these young girls to dance and show off their talents. The girls did great in each of their dance routines. I was also able to see my MYWC sister do her thing with her poetry. TALK ABOUT AWESOME!! The woman gives me chills when she speaks her poetry. Please follow her blog "Authentic Expressionz" and watch out for her poetry videos that she posts!! They are truly outstanding! I <3 her!! So here's a couple of photos that I captured from the show last night. Enjoy!

 

"Butterflies "

I wish I was speaking of the beautiful creatures when referring to the title of this blog "Butterflies" but unfortunately I am not. I have butterflies in my stomach which I always hate!! This happens when I get nervous. Why am I nervous? Well tommorrow I am giving a speech to my husband's 9th grade Freshman class. I shouldn't be nervous because they are just kids, but I am not very good with speeches. I really dislike talking in front of a group of people. If I did enjoy it I would be in the same profession as my husband as a teacher. But I'm not, therefore I really do not want to do it..But I am!!!! I will be speaking of my life in an analogy of a photo. So I will be sharing my "Life Photo" with his class. I am excited and nervous...all in one! But I can do it because I'm a big girl!! :)

Memorial Weekend with the Family!

This past weekend my husband, my two boys, and our puppy Princess Nala went up to Orlando to visit family. And first off I would like to ask everyone for their prayers because my father-in-law is not doing to good with his health. So all prayers are needed! But that is the reason we went up to Orlando. We wanted to spend some time with them and see if there was anything that we could possibly do to help with him getting better. And of course, all of us feel helpless in these types of situations so all we can do is pray! We hope that he gets better SOON!!!!

Since we went up there we decided to take advantage of our Wyndham Ownership benefits!!!! Since becoming Wyndham Timeshare Owners this March...well actually the deed and all finished the beginning of May..so this was our first time using it. Anywho, being an owner of a timeshare is a sure guarantee of being able to vacation any number of times a year at the BEST resorts out there for little or nothing (If we still have points at the time)..lol

We have a number of resorts to choose from to stay at any given time, but because it was Memorial Weekend the only one available was Star Island ( which is an affiliated resort for Wyndham Owners to stay). We really enjoyed it. And the first time walking into our room watching our boys running around jumping from couch to couch to bed so excited...my husband and I just stood back and said...so this is what its like to be a timeshare owner. Being able to take our family ANYWHERE and stay and the best resorts is the best feeling ever. And to think that this opportunity for our children to be able to take their families on the best vacations every year, whenever they want, will be handed down to our boys!! I am so excited for our planned and unplanned vacations in the future!!

I have reserved THE BEST for my bestie's bridal shower/bachelorette party at the Wyndham Bonnet Creek Resort. We have a 2 bedroom presidental suite...My husband saw the room and got upset because it was so nice!! YOUR WELCOME CHRISSY!!! LOL I cannot wait for our girl's weekend there!!! I'm sure the boys will decide where they want to go for Ralphy's Bachelor Party soon!! But you see how convenient it is to be a Timeshare Owner!! It is the best!!

Overall, we had a good mini vaca this past weekend. Enjoy the photos below of our boys jumping around with excitement in the resort (I no longer say hotel)...so it is our resort room!! :)

Updating my 365 Photo Challenge!!

So as you all know I am doing the 365 day photo challenge..If you haven't checked it out please do so if you like here: Kelli's 365 Day Photo Challenge. I have been so busy that I have not been able to go on and post my photos each day but I have taken a photo EVERY DAY  since I started!! Like I said before if your a photographer taking a photo everyday is just like brushing your teeth everyday...its automatic!! The photo above is one that I posted on my photo challenge blog that I took of a gorgeous little girl that I had the pleasure of shooting for her agency. She is now in the process of being the face for Walmart advertisements...so a BIG CONGRATULATIONS goes to Miss Julz!! This photo is one of my favorites of her...I have many more which you can view on my official website: KLM Photography's Official Website or view on my facebook fan page: KLM Facebook Fan Page ...and to keep updated with new photos follow me on twitter: @KLM_PHOTOGRAPHY .

Making myself a "MORE FIT PHOTOGRAPHER"

Today is the first day of Laila Ali's "GET FIT CHALLENGE" that I have decided to sign up for. I decided to do this challenge in order to gain a healthier lifestyle but also to continue my journey of losing weight with more motivation. A substantial amount of women and friends of mine have signed up and we are all going on this 8 week journey together. We are able to keep up with each others progress and motivate each other through MyfitnessPal. If you do decide to join the site just to track and help yourself with your intakes and exercises, etc look me up and add me as a friend. My username is : kellimorales83.

Anywho, again I wanted to join because I hit a stone in my workouts and dieting to where I was at a standstill with my weight. Around the end of March I was at a weight of 150...which didn't look like 150 on me but I still felt UGH!! So I decided to get to it and work my butt of and lose the weight. I am trying to get to my pre-baby weight which is actually 117lbs but 120lbs will suffice for me. As of right now, May 23, I am 134. So I have lost 16lbs...and I am not done yet. Starting this challenge will definitely make me get to my ideal weight and get toned up. I have a couple more lbs to lose in order to actually be in the "normal" range for my BMI....so I am proud of myself!!!

So if anyone would like to follow me on my journey feel free to add me on Twitter: @KLM_PHOTOGRAPHY, or myfitnesspal: kellimorales83

My first Newborn Photo Shoot (Welcoming Beautiful Jianny)

So yesterday was my first newborn photo shoot! Normally I'm shooting models and families..basically anything other than beautiful little newborns. My friend Odi (that I did maternity photos for as well) trusted me in taking photos of her precious new addition to the family...Jianny!! To make it convienent for her and Jianny I took my portable home studio and did the shoot in the comforts of her home so that she would not have to go through the hassle of getting out the house. Trust me..I have two boys so I know how it is!!

I had a great time shooting her princess!! While shooting we also had "girl time". Friends Vicki and Kenia came over and we talked and laughed and just enjoyed each others company while I did the shoot! I love those girls!!

Ok so I finally got a chance to start editing Jianny's photos this morning. Seeing the background and colors and her skin tone with the wardrobe I decided to go towards a more vintage look for her photos.  I look forward to learning more about shooting newborns. Since this is my first time, bear with me..I am in hopes of other photographers getting together workshops for newborn photography so I can get a few pointers out of it!!

That's a wrap!!
So I hope everyone enjoys!!

You can view more previews of Jianny's photo shoot on my website: Official Website of KLM Photography or become a fan on facebook at: Official Facebook Fan Page of KLM Photography 

Busy, Busy Bee

So summer school has officially started for me. Yesterday was my first lab up at the school. The other 2 classes I am taking online. So now I have 3 classes I am taking, searching for a school for my oldest son JR, a good amount of photos to still be edited, etc. I am supermom so it will definitely get done!