My how I’ve waited to post this! I’ve thought a very long time about how this post should go. I’ve thought about all the family and friends that I need to thank for making the next step in my journey possible. I’ve thought about how I can write something that will truly convey how thankful and blessed I am. After 4 years of working toward this I feel as if I should pinch myself…that it must be too good to be true.
To my dearest friends, Jessica, Julie, Jill, (wow, I must like to pick friends who start with the letter “J”), and Colleen. I wouldn’t be here to today without all of your love and support. To my family, Carol, Sam and Rick, Scott and Courtney, you have supported me and encouraged me every step of the way, thank you. To my clients, none of this would be possible without you. I have built a client base full of amazing families who I consider part of my extended family. To my 3 kids, Ryan, Kyle and Emma, you were and always will be the source of my inspiration, I love you so much. To my realtor and friend, Tami Lamprecht. I e-mailed or called her at least once a day (maybe twice 
) throughout this process and she was amazing. If you are looking to buy or sell your home she is amazing to work with and awesome at what she does.
To my husband, thank you! He gets his own paragraph because honestly I don’t know what I’d do without him. I truly believe he is just as excited about this new space as I am. There was never a doubt that this business would be successful in his eyes. He has always been so willing to help me, from climbing trees to get a limb for a shot, hauling chairs and props to locations, keeping my computer backups and organization running smoothly, and now remodeling a studio space. When I went to let the cilco man in to turn on the gas to the space I saw this sign hanging in the front door. At first I thought the owner of the building had placed it there and then when I read the 4 names realized my husband had made it and hung it when he picked up the keys. I stood there crying I was so touched. Thank you, I AM a lucky girl
Lastly, I have been thinking a lot about my father-in-law lately. He was so proud of my job, he was so proud of me. If I had one wish it would be that he was here to see this sign hanging inside my new studio, but know he will just have a view of it from a little higher up
Right now we are getting the space ready for shooting. There is a lot of work to be done and we are trying very hard to finish by Nov. 1st. I will post images of the progress and keep everyone up to date. Fingers crossed we will be shooting in there very soon
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Congratulations Shannon! You deserve this and we are looking forward to our next session with you!
WooHoo! How exciting for you and your family. We are so privileged you are our family’s photographer. Your new space is sure to be an even bigger hit and I’m excited to see it!
awww….i have tears in my eyes. you deserve this!!
That is so EXCITING!!! Can we schedule sessions for Feb in you new studio yet?? The possibilities are ENDLESS! I am so happy for you!
Not too often do I let you bring me to tears, but you succeeded! I am so happy and excited for you and your clients! Congrats! As always, I have got your back and am here for you with any help you need! Love you!
Well…now you did it. I am crying tears of joy and agree Gene would have loved to have you seen you in this new step of your career. I think he is always with all of us. Enjoy the moment and know that you have worked very hard to be at this point of your career. Good things happen to good people!!! You have earned it and such a talent you share with all of us. Thank you!! Know that we all love ya!!
Congratulations!! We are so proud of you!! I am so happy that all your dreams are coming true. Thank you for being such a wonderful Big Sister. You need anything just give us a call and we are there!!!
You are very lucky to have the love and support of so many people. However, I think something’s missing from your well thought out post. You are a VERY talented and creative photographer. It may have taken you a bit longer to get this far without a few nudges along the way, but you made this happen. So sit back and enjoy where the journey takes you and thank you for bringing me along for the ride. Can’t wait for the tour!
Thanks so much everyone! Your responses really mean the world to me! Looking forward to new beginnings while staying true to what has made us who we are today.
Oh my, this touched the very depths of my heart…..lots of tears on this one. He was so sure of you, Shannon, and knew you would be awesome at it-you had his total support and I am sure he is looking proudly down and saying, “Way to go, what’s her name”.
Oh wow! What a nice post… for everyone! You deserve everything you are being blessed with, don’t deny that amazing talent you possess! I’m glad it worked out so well for you Shannon, I was a pleasure to work with such a great friend. I might miss your daily phone calls / e-mails! I feel like we broke up!