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Lacey Stubblefield and Starr

Lacey proudly holding her FFA jacket
Lacey proudly holding her FFA jacket

Being in business for the last twenty years has given us contacts we wouldn’t have had otherwise. Amanda and her daughter, Lacey, are some of our clients we’ve really enjoyed getting to know. A few months back, Amanda made an appointment for a senior session for her daughter. Besides being a teacher in Groveton and a Young Living consultant, Amanda spends much of her time traveling with her daughter all across Texas to her FFA events and barrel racing competitions. Lacey’s eighteen years belies all the awards and recognitions she’s received; and because she’s also very articulate, I’m going to let her tell you about Starr.

“My favorite animal is a horse. My favorite horse is Starr Lena. Who am I ?  Who is Starr Lena? Well let me explain, I am Lacey Stubblefield, a senior at Groveton High School, and a eight time National Little Britches Rodeo finals qualifier.  Starr Lena is my diva barrel horse. 

Starr Lena and I have a bond like sisters. Sometimes we push each other’s limits but we always love and respect each other.  Starr is my rodeo athlete.  I’m so thankful every time I get to throw a leg over her and ride . 

Starr and I haven’t always had the perfect journey but it has made us who we are. Starr and I have been through many trials together.  Starr was diagnosed with a disease called EPM that took her out of  competition for over a year.  The disease affected her brain and nervous system.  It took time for her to recuperate and we had to learn to trust each other again. Most horses don’t survive from this disease but,  my tough girl did. 

Starr and I are back on the rodeo trail again. Starr loves to take selfies on my phone. She has lots of personality and she is a little Powerball full of energy, but very down to earth. If you ever meet Starr she will leave an impression on you. “

Lacey is not your typical high school senior, and neither is Starr your typical pet. But, many of us have a bond with our pet that we have a hard time describing with words. And, isn’t that what makes it beautiful? If you’ve not had a professional portrait taken with your pet(s), now’s the perfect time. With our “Paws for Pets” special, we’ll donate half of the session price to our local Humane Society. Visit our website or give us a call to schedule portraits of your pet.

Starr, a well-gromed horse
Starr, a well-gromed horse
A bond like sisters
A bond like sisters
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Our Furry Friend

Greg and Cindy Patterson with Joe Buddy on Valentine's Day.
Greg and Cindy Patterson with Joe Buddy on Valentine’s Day.

Thanks to all who participated in “Puppy Love” and helped us support our local Humane Society. We would hope that every furry friend has it as good as Joe Buddy this Valentine’s Day. He has helped contribute to the happiness around the Patterson household since 2006 when we “rescued” him.

We wish all of our studio friends lots of love,
Greg, Cindy and Joe Buddy.

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“Some people are worth melting for”

Image of Olaf from the Disney movie Frozen.
Image of Olaf from the Disney movie Frozen.

If you haven’t seen the movie Frozen, you are missing out.  It’s one for the whole family to enjoy, especially for those families like my own that are full of little princesses. My girls have not stopped singing the songs or acting out the scenes since the day we got home from the movies. Yes, it drives me crazy, and yes I find myself singing those songs in my head as I brush my teeth… but I wouldn’t have it any other way.  My girls are my life, and if it brings them joy, I will endure the never-ending off-pitch tunes because I love them. (but I digress)

In the movie, there is a magical snowman by the name of Olaf.  He is my favorite character by far.  As pure as the snow he is made of, Olaf makes you laugh and even cry.  There is one scene where he stands beside a fireplace talking to his friend Anna.  Even though his face starts drooping and his eyes and nose almost fall off, he makes the profound and instantly famous statement, “Some people are worth melting for.”  As I sit here just two days away from Valentine’s Day, wrapped up in my scarf due to the frigid temperatures outside, his words are ringing in my mind.  We all have special people in our lives that we would do just about anything for.  I have my girls, my wife, my friends, and you have a list of people yourself.  When we share our lives with others, we form bonds of love that almost nothing can break.  We give our time and energy.  We buy gifts, and we make gestures all to demonstrate how we feel.

Valentine’s Day is almost here.  I know, some cynics say it is a gimmick created by the greeting card industry to boost sales.  But no matter the reason, we now have this special day out of the year where we are reminded to make some gesture of love for those we hold dear.  What are you planning on doing for your loved ones?  Make sure you show them how much you care.  Make some magnanimous gesture.  Make sure they know that they are worth melting for.
(and if you are still searching for ideas… I know a photography studio with some great gift ideas.  Sorry, I couldn’t help myself. 🙂

Have a happy Valentine’s Day!

-Daryl