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Out With the Old

I have a new blog!!! Please change your bookmarks to: http://lovejoleenphoto.blogspot.com. I'll see you there!! ♥ Continue reading

Posted Feb 8, 2012 at Love, Joleen Photography Blog

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Week One | Check In

I was so thrilled with the response to my challenge last week to make your goals and follow them with me for 6 weeks! How did everyone do week one?! I had a great jumpstart! Today was my official weigh... Continue reading

Posted Feb 8, 2012 at Love, Joleen Photography Blog

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What Being Creative Every Day Means to Me

Believe it or not, I am an introvert. It's easy to put yourself out there on the internet - Google my name and I will likely fill up the first couple of pages because I have a strong web presence.... Continue reading

Posted Feb 6, 2012 at Love, Joleen Photography Blog

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6 Week Jumpstart

If you've been reading for a while you know that several years ago I lost about 45 lbs on Weight Watchers (and Jazzercise). Slowly but surely about 30 lbs of it has crept back on. I absolutely refuse to buy... Continue reading

Posted Feb 2, 2012 at Love, Joleen Photography Blog

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[click images to view larger] 1. I loved this idea on the Paper Source blog. These turned out so cute! 2. Raspberry Lemon Drop from California Pizza Kitchen. Delish! 3. This lovely spread is from Trader Joes and was part... Continue reading

Posted Jan 29, 2012 at Love, Joleen Photography Blog

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Checking In

You may have noticed a simpler look around here. I've just switched from my Pro account to a free one because I cannot justify the extra $16.00 per month right now. ;) I've neglected my little blog for too long... Continue reading

Posted Jan 28, 2012 at Love, Joleen Photography Blog

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Valentine Hearts 12x12 Layout - Tutorial

Hi!!! I know it's been a gazillion years but I've just had one thing going on after another. I just wanted to pop in to say hello for now and to share a little tutorial. (Click on the image to... Continue reading

Posted Jan 11, 2012 at Love, Joleen Photography Blog

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Seasons Greetings!

I hate that it's been so long since I've been by to update. However, I am happy to report that life has been treating me very well! Autumn in Atlanta was to die for. Every single day I found myself... Continue reading

Posted Dec 2, 2011 at Love, Joleen Photography Blog

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50 for $100

Choose from any of these designs! Ends November 20th! Email me with any questions. ♥ Continue reading

Posted Nov 14, 2011 at Love, Joleen Photography Blog

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2011 Holiday Gift Guide - Guys

1. I got the Kindle Keyboard last Christmas and I'm obsessed with it. There are other versions now, including a touch screen, but this is really easy to use at a reasonable cost. Load it up with games and/or books... Continue reading

Posted Nov 14, 2011 at Love, Joleen Photography Blog

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2011 Holiday Gift Guide - Kids

1. Chocolate Magic Milk Straws (there is also one with mint) would make the perfect stocking stuffer. 2. This custom color Alphabet & Numbers Nursery Art Print Set would be great in any child's room. You get to select your... Continue reading

Posted Nov 9, 2011 at Love, Joleen Photography Blog

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Reflection

[click to view larger] Do you ever feel pressure to say just the right thing? It's hard to be your true self when you know that you're constantly being evaluated - by your boss, your friends, your family. I challenge... Continue reading

Posted Nov 7, 2011 at Love, Joleen Photography Blog

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St. Ive's Annual Holiday Arts & Crafts Expo

Come visit me at the Garlic Festival Foods booth today at St. Ive's Annual Holiday Arts & Crafts Expo!! Sunday, Nov 6 12:00 to 5:00 pm. "Annual event featuring 40+ of the Southeast's finest artisans and crafters, plus a gourmet... Continue reading

Posted Nov 5, 2011 at Love, Joleen Photography Blog

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My Christmas Wishlist

1. Mia Limited Edition Colisseum Bootie - these shoes are TDF! I would love them in any and all the colors they have but my favorite are probably the dark brown. So cute!! 2. I've mentioned it before but I... Continue reading

Posted Oct 25, 2011 at Love, Joleen Photography Blog

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Hey, Howdy, Hello

[click to view larger] Sorry for being so quiet the last couple of weeks. Things have been a little crazy around here! Anyway, I just wanted to *wave hello* and post some updated pages from my Autumn mini book. I... Continue reading

Posted Oct 23, 2011 at Love, Joleen Photography Blog

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SMILE Mini Accordian Book

Yesterday at Paper Source one of my managers and I were talking about ideas for tween workshops/classes. I suggested the accordion kits would make fun albums and they're clearanced right now for only 2 bucks! Before I left I purchased... Continue reading

Posted Oct 11, 2011 at Love, Joleen Photography Blog

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Love, Joleen Photography | NEW Logo Branding by Bluhm Studios

I have been meaning to post this since Friday but it's been a crazy few days and today I woke up in a funk I can't seem to shake. Nothing is wrong. In fact, most everything is quite fantastic. I... Continue reading

Posted Oct 10, 2011 at Love, Joleen Photography Blog

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Dear Bean | On Your 1st Birthday

Dear Bean, I know it's cliche to start this letter by saying I can't believe it's been one year already, but I really, truly can't. So much has happened in one short year. You've grown so much and so have... Continue reading

Posted Oct 5, 2011 at Love, Joleen Photography Blog

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Autumn 2011 Mini Book Flip Through 1 | Video

Posted Oct 5, 2011 at Love, Joleen Photography Blog

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WIP: Autumn 2011 Mini Book

Since starting my new job I have been so inspired to MAKE things! Specifically, I've been itching to make a few mini books- my first one documenting Autumn. Last night I cut pages out of what I had on hand.... Continue reading

Posted Oct 4, 2011 at Love, Joleen Photography Blog

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I have been blogging for nearly SEVEN(!!) years. I...

I have been blogging for nearly SEVEN(!!) years. I can't even believe it's been that long but it has. Over the years I have made many lovely blogging friends. I've come across fabulous artists and unique online shops. I am... Continue reading

Posted Oct 2, 2011 at Love, Joleen Photography Blog

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For the drive across country I only brought the...

For the drive across country I only brought the bare essentials and the things I valued the most. I lost my camera collection when my car was broken into but I didn't lose my art journals, framed photos, or Blythe... Continue reading

Posted Oct 2, 2011 at Love, Joleen Photography Blog

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Autumn

Posted Sep 27, 2011 at Love, Joleen Photography Blog

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In Case Of Emergency

What an interesting evening I had! Not really in a good way but it could have been much worse. I realized this morning on my way to work that I had left my cell phone at home. Oops! Not the... Continue reading

Posted Sep 22, 2011 at Love, Joleen Photography Blog

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Do Something Creative Every Day

If I thought I was missing my clothing (it's still in California), I've REALLY been missing my art supplies. Several months ago, during "the BIG PURGE" I donated most of my supplies. I try not to be too upset about... Continue reading

Posted Sep 21, 2011 at Love, Joleen Photography Blog

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