March 29, 2016

Stepping Stones

March 29, 2016/ Eden Gardens State Park/ Jennifer Blair

Fear crept into my heart like the grass between my toes. Ever so cautiously my feet hit the ice cold stone, sending shocks of doubt coursing through my senses. "Take this step" I heard a whisper. I know it's right, but this was not the step I envisioned for my life. The grass is easier, I could go where I want and the path seems clear in my mind - green, flourishing, happy, wide open...The little stone seemed anything but where I wanted to go.

Just a stepping stone. Take the step.

I obeyed in faith, but my tiptoes revealed that my heart stepped begrudgingly. "You'll fall if you don't put your full weight on your feet." Trust. Jump to the next step. So I did.

That was nearly 6 years ago now.

January 13, 2016

Floral Artistry by Fleur & Lumière

January 13, 2016/ Jennifer Blair

"There are always flowers for those who want to see them." - Henri Matisse

Art has many forms, and one of the most lovely is floral artistry. Flowers are such beautiful, delicate things that only last for such a short while. They require great care and patience. My sweet friend Shannon from Fleur & Lumière is one of the most naturally talented floral designers I've met. She has a gift for seeing beauty and creating it from a messy array of options. A few weeks ago we met up, she creating as she does so effortlessly, and I merely watched, mesmerized by the process. Surrounded by the beauty of the ancient streets of St. Augustine, this is the story of how an artist creates...

December 30, 2015

Sinking my Anchor into the Deep

December 30, 2015/ Jennifer Blair

This time of year brings both anticipation and dread for me, knowing that I will be forcing myself to review the year and evaluate all aspects of my life. It is necessary for anyone who wants to live with any kind of purpose in life, but that doesn't mean it's easy. The past two days of thought have been humbling, yet refreshing and encouraging. 2015 was a good year, but also a very challenging year. It is so easy to get weighed down with each days ins and outs and I often feel the weight of wearing so many different hats all at once. It's so important for me to step back and refocus on the big picture, critique myself and move forward into the new year. In order to live live with my utmost it is vital to celebrate the victories, find what can work better and dream even bigger for the coming year.

November 04, 2015

Cottage Hill Feature | Our Family in Savannah

November 04, 2015/ Jennifer Blair

Our little family was recently featured in the Pioneer Issue of Cottage Hill Magazine. I completely forgot about sharing some favorites from our session with Sawyer Baird this past May (6 months ago!) for our 5 year anniversary. It is so special to do these sessions now that E is here. I'm so thankful for these images Sawyer captured so beautifully for us! It is fitting to share them now. It was such an honor to share my heart with the Cottage Hill team. God has been so gracious to us and has given us a beautiful story to share - His grace. I'm so thankful for the privilege of journeying with these two in life. (PS: Our Eleanora was so little! She was just starting to walk. Take me back Time!)

September 15, 2015

Family Session in the Rocky Mountains

September 15, 2015/ Jennifer Blair

This incredible session is so dear to my heart. This is representative of everything I hope to give my clients. It is no secret that I love details, but the why behind them is what I love more. Working with Brooke to create meaningful family heirlooms was a beautiful process. This was her heart behind the details: "Large leafy trees, because of their deep roots and large winding branches. They have great meaning to me because they symbolize be deeply rooted in Christ. Planted of the Lord. Streams, because they are joyful, peaceful and refreshing.