I’ve been thinking about this for a while now and I think it’s time I share these thoughts….

I am only one person. Shana Cawley Photography is made of up me. And only me. I am also a newly single mom learning how to navigate daily life with two precious children on my own.  It is hard work, but a labor of love because I love my babies more than anything. I never knew there would be such a major learning curve here. I’m trying to learn how to balance the major changes in my life, the major changes in my children’s lives, and my business. I am not perfect. I make mistakes. I forget things. I apologize. I mean that sincerely. But, I do love what I do. I am thankful that my clients are patient with me and most of them are very understanding.  There are only so many hours in a day.  I used to be able to burn the midnight oil, but now, doing that takes a major toll on the rest of my life.  (My kids can’t be the only kids that get sick/crazy/upset at the most inconvienient of times.) All of my clients are important to me.  However, I can only do so much.  Where I used to be able to stop what I was doing to work on a client’s request, it now often takes me longer. There are distractions around ever corner. If I sit down at the computer, I’m guaranteed to be interrupted atleast 10 times every 15 minutes for various requests. Tears need to be wiped.  Artwork applauded.  And a game of tag to play. So, I’m asking that my awesome clients to continue to be patient with me. I appreciate it more than you know and I do promise to over deliver and make sure you are happy with our end result.  This is a temporary situation. God has a much greater plan and I trust that he will lead me through it. I never know what each day will bring! But most often, with the 3 of us, there is some kind of chaos. I’m ok with that. Because when those precious angels are asleep and dreaming, I know it’s all worth it.

I know my clients aren’t interested in the ups and downs of my life. And I’m not looking to share them so we’re all good on that note. I just want you all to know how thankful I am for you. That I am blessed by each and every one of you.  Your patience is priceless to me.  Some of my clients have offered me the most useful insight and support. Thank you.

My babies make every day worth living. Thank you, God, for these gifts!