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Five Years

05.09.12

Five years ago today, at this exact time, I was feeding my first baby… for the first time. God revealed to me a kind of love that I never knew existed until that very moment. I remember holding you while sitting in my hospital bed. It was dark and our visitors had left for the day. I sat… and listened. To you breathe. I couldn’t put you down. I wanted to sit there and hold you in that silence forever. And tonight, five years later, I am still sitting here in the calm of night, holding you. I still listen to you breathe in your sleep. And it is still the sweetest sound I have ever heard.

Tonight, five years ago, my life changed. I changed.

You have been counting down the days to your 5th birthday for two months. I must admit I have been dreading it. But, you woke up this morning, wide-eyed with a huge smile on your face and said “Mommy, I am 5. I really am 5! Bee-um-cuz yesterday, before I went to sleep, I was four. But, bee-um-cuz I went to sleep and it was night and now it’s morning and I waked up and now I am 5. Can you believe it mommy?” I shared in your excitement. We held hands and jumped on the bed and sang Happy Birthday. I put a huge smile on my face and said “Oh my goodness, you are 5! Whooo Hoooo!” But, inside, my heart melted. You are five years old and it seems like you were born such a short time ago. Then my mind drifted and told me that in just that same amount of time, you will turn 10, then 15. I thank God everyday for you. For a healthy, baby girl. I thank him for the times you test me. For the times you teach me. For all the times we have together and I want to remember every.single.moment.

As cliche as it sounds, you will always be my baby girl. I know that one day your wings will grow and you will go your own way. I hope to teach you that the possibilities are endless.

To celebrate, we opened presents, had a party at pre-school then spent the afternoon at the Great Wolf Lodge indoor water park. It will continue with a birthday party this weekend — a horse party at the gymnastics place, to be more specific.

Goodnight Ella. I love you more than I can ever explain. And I agree with you… today was like magic. Everyday is like magic.

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Lacey + John celebrate 1 year | Terra Bailey Boudoir

05.07.12

In just two weeks, John and Lacey will be celebrating one year of marriage. Wow. So much has happened in the past year, but yet time has flew by like a spring storm. These are two of the most special people in my life — I will never be able to repay God for putting me in this family, in this place, at this time.

I remember writing this, only one year ago…

“On this day, we celebrated their union and their new life, not as two, but as one.

Love is patient, love is kind and is not jealous; love does not brag and is not arrogant, does not act unbecomingly; it does not seek its own, is not provoked, does not take into account a wrong suffered, does not rejoice in unrighteousness, but rejoices with the truth; bears all things, believes all things, hopes all things, endures all things. Love never fails.

John & Lacey… I love you. More than words can say. I need you in my life… together… xoxo, Terra”

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Mellisa - Terra, you never cease to amaze me. Just BEAUTIFUL!!!!May 7, 2012 – 2:24 am

Boudoir | Terra Bailey Photography

05.04.12

Starting something new always surfaces creativity, a little fear, and even more excitement. Like that one year in elementary school when I thought I should join the basketball team instead of being a cheerleader. After one game in a carpeted gym, I was OUT! We won’t go there.

On to better NEW things… I’m over-the-top excited about announcing our little step into the world of boudoir photography. I’ve been studying the dynamics for months and am ready for a little sexy, smitten action. So, gather up your best girly girls and plan the best girls day out ever! I mean ever!

You must book your private session or pin-up party before May 31st to take advantage of this introductory pricing. That doesn’t mean you have to have your session or host your party before that date… it just has to be booked by that date.

If you are interested, please contact us at 704.564.9154 or by emailing me at tbailey@terrabaileyphotography.com.

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May Promos – something you don’t want to miss!

05.02.12

Like WHOA! May is a super, big month for us.

Ella turns 5 (where, oh, where did the time go?)

Lacey & John celebrate 1 year of marriage (wasn’t their wedding just like, yesterday?)

We have a new look (if you haven’t checked it out, you need too! www.terrabaileyphotography.com)

Oh, and there’s that little thing… I’m upgrading my equipment to the delicious D4.

Wedding package discounts, engagement sessions, bridal sessions, family sessions, photobooth giveaways and even trying our hands at boudoir – with introductory rates. And there’s Summer mini-sessions that will be announced. So, really pay attention. Like, REALLY! pay attention!

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