layover.

This is where we had our layover early, early, early this morning.

new. LIFE.

So all of you consistent, fat burning people....

I posted here and had a lot of people want to get off their booties.   So...don't wimp out on me now!  

Every Monday I will give hints and tips to help you out and also a little push to take it to the next level.  Make sure to comment and tell me what you think!

I'll also be starting a contest for those that are inspired more by contests....

I'm thinking that Monday could be our check in day.  In the comments post how you are doing.  How many days you got to go walking, how long, if you kept your commitment to yourself to walk at least 20 minutes 6 days a week and if you're leaving food on your plate.  You can let us know if you did more or less and any tidbits of help you want to offer to everyone.  If you have a recipe that you think is a great one you can send it to me at davina@davinafear.com and I'll feature it here on the blog.  If you have a picture of you and/or the recipe, send that too (if you don't have one that's okay).  Make sure you send your info, name, blog address, etc. so I can make sure to let people know who you are.

Move it Monday.  Make sure you're moving your body every day and then telling us about it every Monday.  I can't wait to hear how everyone is doing at being consistent.  Remember that's the most important...just do something.  Move. Everyday.

So...I walked everyday but Sunday since I posted.  I've also eaten smaller portions and then left some food on my plate.  Except when I went to Noodles and Company...I totally ate it all before I realized that I didn't leave any food on my plate...I did order the small though, instead of the regular (that's what I usually get...).  So I'm becoming more aware of what I'm eating so that's a good thing, right? 

Even though it was cold enough to make my eyes water this morning I still went for my 20 minute walk this morning....I'm committed!

I'm down 3 1/2 pounds...not sure if that means anything at this point....

So how are you doing?  Tell us in the comments!  It's check in day....(And don't forget to send recipes or helpful tidibits to me so I can feature you on the blog!) 

****NOTE:  Make sure to be posting in the comments if you want to be part of the upcoming contest!****

move. LIFE.

$500 Scholarship.

Make sure to get your application in to us as soon as possible!  The deadline for entries is October 1st!

If you've missed the information about the scholarship click here and then contact the studio to get your application.  We've had such an overwhelming response from new photographers it's been crazy!   I'm totally going to need help making a decision.  There are so many deserving photographers getting started out there.  It's not going to be easy to decide!!!

Thinking back to how difficult is was to get started with photography and how few photographers there were at the time that I felt like I could lean on and ask for help makes me so excited that so many new photographers are reaching out and sending in applications for this scholarship.  At the same time it makes me sad that I can't help more photographers and be able to give out 50 scholarships.  Everyone of these people who have written me and shared their hopes and dreams of growing a successful career are so deserving.  To any photographer trying to make a go of this business, know that you are not alone.  So many others are struggling and so many are willing to help and guide you.  It's a blessing to be in this industry at a time when photographers have begun to reach out to one another, to share, to give, and help.  It hasn't always been that way and it's so exciting that we've turned a corner and are seeing all of the new possibilities that come from sharing and loving.

Thank you to all of the photographers so far who have sent in your dreams and put them out there for me to see.  I appreciate so much that you've been willing to share with me your silent hopes.  Thank you.

ONLY THREE DAYS LEFT.

Melissa + Dad

I'm so excited we had over 300 votes in the Father's Day contest.  Thank you to everyone for participating. 

Congratulations to Melissa and her dad as the winners of the contest they will get a free photoshoot together.  I can't wait to meet you and your dad, Melissa!

FUN. LIFE.

Father's Day.

Make sure you get your votes in for the Father's Day contest.  There are five entries (you can read them here) that are really wonderful tributes to some dad's who have put their heart and soul in to life and into being great dads.  I know it's difficult and I'm glad we're all in this together...go vote for your favorite Dad essay. (Oh! and voting ends on June 12th and each person can vote once a day...make sure to tell everyone to come and vote for their fave!)

VOTE HERE.

READ the entries here.