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Posted on July 4, 2010
It’s July 4 and I’m positive that everyone is going to be with family, friends or the combination of both for BBQs and fireworks! Yes, it’s going to be a day of celebration for us all. But with all that aside we as a nation of grateful citizens need to remember those that sacrificed their lives to make sure that we can celebrate such a wonderful day. =)
So I want to say a big THANK YOU to all the military men and women who gave us our freedom from the beginning, to the present and in the future. We are forever grateful. =)
And a VERY SPECIAL THANK YOU to my Clint, LT “Dean” Wermers, I love you honie and I was and am still so proud of you! to have served beside you as your wife!!!! ‘Til we meet again my love…..
So today I will leave you with this……..
(before you read below…..yes…I’m still writing thank you notes…… lol there were a lot! I am truly blessed and loved by many who I know and have never met)
A little something I wrote on a thank you note to a sister squadron in Mississippi, because it not only speaks to them, but to all of us military spouses… men and women.
“Please know that as a military spouse, you are more than just a spouse! You stand beside your loved one…… supporting them in what they love and in protecting our country. You are VERY important and never forget that! It was an honor to stand beside my hubby as his wife; for us and for our country. Stand tall, stand strong and know that God walks with you. Take care of yourselves and your family! Only few of us are lucky to be called a military spouse. =) God Bless you! ”
Love,
Shannon Wermers
Have a safe and happy 4th of July!!!
*Thanks to MCP actions for the free flag template that you can add pictures to it. =) Click MCP to check out their blog and for the template.
Class of 2010! || T.’s Senior Portraits
Posted on May 21, 2010
What fun I had with Tori! We headed out to Ft. Pickens for the perfect backdrop for Senior portraits. We had many laughs during our shoot. Plus I was HUGE pregnant during this shoot and was totally out of breath the whole time! lol It was hysterical. But Tori was a trooper with me… Thanks for baring with me! 
Thank you so much for the great time! Congratulations and I hope you have a wonderful graduation and a blessed future! I know you will become an amazing woman in this world.
I just love this photo! We were joking around when I shot it….. it totally shows her personality!!
Baby Bump! || J.’s Maternity Shoot
Posted on May 21, 2010
I am so blessed to have met this sweet couple. They are expecting their first little bundle of joy!! I don’t know about you guys… but there is nothing like the first. I am so excited to meet your newest addition! I am so happy for you guys and I pray many blessings on you and your family. God has wonderful things in store for you!
The W. Family
Posted on May 21, 2010
I had a great time with this fun family! Their little girl was A-DOR-A-BLE!! She is such a sweetie and full of smiles and grins. I absolutely loved photographing you guys! Thank you so much for a wonderful time!! =)
Seriously! Is she not the cutest?! =)
XOXXO
Shannon Wermers
Wedding Bells! || The Garito Wedding
Posted on March 21, 2010
Big Congratulations to Phil and Shawna!! I am so very happy for you guys. =) I have had the privilege of photographing this gorgeous couple on several occasions and I was completely thrilled to have been asked to photograph their wedding!
It was a beautiful wedding, with a stunning couple and a day blessed by God. The ceremony was held at the NAS Pensacola Chapel and it was magical. Filled with friends and family; we all got to witness a union between them. It was fabulous. After the ceremony we hopped on a trolley and ran around NAS Pensacola for some photos! Then off to the reception at the NAS Pensacola Officer’s Club! We had a great time and got some amazing photos!!
Thank you for being so patient with me guys! I was very pregnant and getting into my ‘fav’ shooting positions was – well….let’s just say— it was interesting! lol I’m sure we all had some great laughs!!
I had a wonderful time! Thank you!
Phil and Shawna – I pray many blessings upon your family and your marriage! You are wonderful people and I am very honored to have you as a client and a friend!
Love ya and God Bless!
*Special Thank you to my second photographer, Jiuli of J Hofstetter Photography
You were a life saver!
XOXXO
Shannon Wermers
Be Bold, Be Sassy…..Have Fun! ~Boudoir Session~
Posted on January 22, 2010
Warning – Sensitive Material – There is some ’skin’ showing. Please don’t scroll down if you may be leery.
Boudoir and what it means to me.
Boudoir is something that is sassy, passionate, sexy, flirty and not to mention FUN! It’s a BOLD step for me. lol I love to show that a woman is more than sexual, but powerful, beautiful and bold. Being a Christian I have often tinkered with the idea of shooting boudoir. Why would it be a Christian debate? Well, good question. For me, I don’t want to offend people w/ explicit views of woman, man and God – when they are trying to walk the path… ya know? Okay, so here’s the deal. On the other hand God gave the World – Man and God gave Man – Woman. He doesn’t want us to be alone but together – as one. With that said – I believe that it’s okay to share these things between a husband and wife. I will and would never do a boudoir session that has no meaning or class to it. So, if that’s the style you may be seeking – I’m not the photographer for you. LOL. And I say that with all the love in the world. I just wouldn’t feel comfortable stepping into that part of Boudoir.
I will be offering Boudoir sessions for Brides to Be and Wives. Something that they can give as a gift to the hubby’s. Whether the hubby is an out of towner businessman, overseas Military man or just something sweet, artful and sensual to give to their man.
Here is a sample of my boudoir session. I have posted some discreet images of the boudoir shoot. ;)
If you are interested in having a boudoir session done – please give me a call and I can give you the link and password to view the entire session. =)
====== AGAIN this is your warning ===Don’t scroll down if you would be offended. Thanks and with loads of love!!========
Some Evening ‘Pre-Boudoir’ Fun -
XOXXO
Shannon Wermers
SW Photography
A Heart 2 Heart ~ Destination Wedding and Newborn Photographer
Posted on January 5, 2010
So, I have decided that I would start blogging about personal thoughts, situations or just my life! lol. I will call these blog posts – Heart 2 Heart. Think of it as a one on one. As if it were just you and me in a coffee shop or sitting at the kitchen table or even over lunch talking. I want you to read and feel that you can laugh with me or at me (whichever makes it fun for you) lol or feel that even though you might have never met me – that we are friends. It’s my way of sharing my personality, thoughts/ideas and experiences with you. Hopefully, if you don’t know me; you will after reading some of my heart to heart posts.
Today’s Topic – The BIG cross-country MOVE to San Diego, CA.
So, I find myself thinking – I am really going to miss Pensacola! There are a few reasons why.
1. I have met some really cool people (Yep – this includes fellow military spouses, my clients, fellow photographers and neighbors)
2. The beaches are incredibly beautiful (yes…I know, San Diego has those too! haha)
3. My business has begun to really take off!!!!
I have received loads of inquiries for the 2010 wedding season, but atlas, I cannot book them. So SAD, I know. So you’re thinking – why don’t you just fly back? Well, I would LOVE to do that, but it’s the travel fees that don’t fit into the B&G’s budget. Total bummer, I know!!
I am totally THRILLED to get to San Diego and to meet new people and all the new places to photograph. It’s exciting to think about it! Only one thing I sit and ponder everyday; how am I going to hit the ground running in a new place? What do I need to do to market myself there?
I do believe that God helps those; that help themselves. I truly don’t expect to get there and there be a line out my door and the phone ringing off the hook to have me as their photographer (although that would REALLY rock *wink wink @ God) lol. I do believe it will take some time, energy, a lot of hard work and networking. My goal is to have some weddings booked for Fall 2010 – wish me luck!!
So let me tell you that I have emailed/contacted some of the San Diego area Wedding Consultants and it’s both exciting and awkward! hahahaha… just imagine – me sitting at the computer, starting to write an email to someone who doesn’t know me from Adam. It’s hysterical. I really wish you could be in my mind or in the room; as I laugh at myself for sounding corny in the email. It’s like I’m saying, “Hi, I’m Shannon of SW Photography. I’ll be moving to San Diego and would love to meet you for lunch or a cup of coffee sometime. Oh and would you like to be my friend and maybe network with me?”
Okay, No that’s not how the email really goes, but in my head – I feel like that’s what I am saying! Bwahahahaa… I’m very confident and know that I can make it out in Cali, but it’s always that first plunge into the dark before your eyes adjust; that you are scared, unsure and can feel the rush of adrenaline aka excitement of the unknown.
Hopefully with God’s good graces and lots of prayers – I will find favor among the people in San Diego and everywhere I should go to do what I love!
XOXXO
Shannon
Coffee Break – The Drowsy Poet Coffee Company – Pace,FLorida
Posted on December 28, 2009
Need a coffee break?! Especially when it’s so nice and chilly outside? Pace, Florida has a premiere Coffee shop that is just the place for you! I, honestly, am not just saying that. I mean it. My girls go to the preschool down the street from the Coffee Break and many of us pop-in to grab a yummy cup of coffee or for me, since I’m preggers, a hot chocolate. Don’t drink coffee? They have plenty of options for you! Personally my girls love their Orange Cream blended drink. Do you remember those delicious orange Flintstone’s push pops? Yep…totally tastes like those! YUMMMMMM… lol
Seriously, though – you need to experience the Coffee Break featuring The Drowsy Poet Coffee. Please have a Mocha for me!!! lol
Coffee Break
4620 Woodbine Road
Pace, Florida
#850-994-2080
Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukkah & Happy New Year!
Posted on December 27, 2009
Just wanted to wish everyone a wonderful holiday season filled with love, laughter, good health with great family & friends! Many blessings upon each and everyone one of you!! =) God Bless!
Photo taken by J. Hoffstetter Photography when we had our family portraits done. (Yes! Even Photographers have their portraits done too!! lol)
XOXXO
Shannon
Posted on December 16, 2009
My oldest daughter is four!! Where is the time going? I cannot believe it. She is such a fun little girl; full of life, charisma and love. I have to admit that I’m loving the 3 1/2 to 4 year old stage. She now totally ‘gets’ what her birthday is and is totally excited for Christmas.
We had her party at a local gymnastics place, Flippin’ Out, in Milton, Florida. She wanted a SpongeBob Squarepants party with ‘Crabby Patties’ for lunch! HA! What a kid. So off to McDonald’s I went for some ‘Crabby Patties’ aka cheeseburgers for her party. Plus we had a SpongeBob cake made and designed by Sugar Topped Creations! It was FABULOUS and tasted great! Thanks Christine!! She LOVED it. In fact, one of the parents thought the cake was part of the party decor. Awesome!
I’ll have some more photos of the Sugar Topped Creation’s cake later, but I wanted to share a photo of Cadence and her cake.
I’m so lucky to be blessed with healthy and happy girls.
Happy Birthday Cadence!!
Love,
Mommy
