Bye, bye 2020. On October 6th, my son Khari turned one years old. Time has stood still for so many of those early days. Upon looking back however, they have flown by. It's hard to know how that is possible? Whatever the case may be, motherhood has taught me many great life lessons. Most of all, it has shown me patience, endurance, joy, and above all, the most all-consuming love.
Minding for a little person, who is more likely to kill themselves within minutes of being alone than survive, is HARD work. It comprises of a set of skills that I have never had the patience to implore. It has made me mentally and emotionally stronger. Mostly, it has given me a new appreciation for mothers.
MOTHERHOOD VS. CAREER LIFE
This year has been hard. Taking "time off" work to become a mother was not an easy feat being self employed. Two weeks after giving birth, I was in my office editing fall weddings with a colic baby on my chest. Sleepless, frustrated, alone in my emotions, I feared that I would not be able to balance the life of my career and motherhood.
Bye, bye 2020. Hello 2021
Everyday, it is still a struggle caring for my child, and balancing work. I anticipated going back to shoot after 4 months of delivery, but COVID had a different plan. My 4 month "mat leave" turned into 1.5years of working in short stints. Weddings were cancelled. People were scared and watching their finances. I was left with mini, maternity and family sessions thanks to you guys!
HOW COVID HAS IMPACTED US
Now, I am forbidden to work in rental studios, as my business is deemed "non-essential". People are on lock-down, so I am not doing home sessions either. Now, winter season is here, and reality is that I won't work until spring. This forced reality is hard to accept. Most of all, its infuriating. I fear everyday that my business is crumbling underneath my feet. My life's work, my savings, my education, my dedication; is all for nothing.
Turning a passion into a career is not for the light-hearted. It has taken me over a decade to build my business and I will not be abolished easily. Every persons' work, is essential to their livelihood. It is that simple. $900 a month from the government is not acceptable, while the "chosen ones" continue to work and sustain a steady income.
No one seems to have the answer to end this Pandemic, but I do know within my whole being, that there is something so wrong about preventing some people from making a living, and enabling others to continue on. It doesn't appear to have anyone's health in mind.
A REMINDER
This photoshoot is a reminder to me, that life is fragile, health is precious and family is everything. I will continue to fight for my right to continue running my business. I will also fight for my liberty to choose what is best for my own health and my child's health.
THANKFUL FOR YOU
I am thankful for all of your support this year in helping keep my business afloat! I wish you all a wonderful New Year! We could all use a bright light right about now.
xx- april
photos: Lelania
On October 6th, my son Khari turned one years old. Time has stood still for so many of those early days. Upon looking back however, they have flown by. It’s hard to know how that is possible? Whatever the case may be, motherhood has taught me many great life lessons. Most of all, it has shown me patience, endurance, joy, and above all, the most all-consuming love.
Minding for a little person, who is more likely to kill themselves within minutes of being alone than survive, is HARD work. It comprises of a set of skills that I have never had the patience to implore. It has made me mentally and emotionally stronger. Mostly, it has given me a new appreciation for mothers.
MOTHERHOOD VS. CAREER LIFE
This year has been hard. Taking “time off” work to become a mother was not an easy feat being self employed. Two weeks after giving birth, I was in my office editing fall weddings with a colic baby on my chest. Sleepless, frustrated, alone in my emotions, I feared that I would not be able to balance the life of my career and motherhood.
Everyday, it is still a struggle caring for my child, and balancing work. I anticipated going back to shoot after 4 months of delivery, but COVID had a different plan. My 4 month “mat leave” turned into 1.5years of working in short stints. Weddings were cancelled. People were scared and watching their finances. I was left with mini, maternity and family sessions thanks to you guys!
HOW COVID HAS IMPACTED US
Now, I am forbidden to work in rental studios, as my business is deemed “non-essential”. People are on lock-down, so I am not doing home sessions either. Now, winter season is here, and reality is that I won’t work until spring. This forced reality is hard to accept. Most of all, its infuriating. I fear everyday that my business is crumbling underneath my feet. My life’s work, my savings, my education, my dedication; is all for nothing.
Turning a passion into a career is not for the light-hearted. It has taken me over a decade to build my business and I will not be abolished easily. Every persons’ work, is essential to their livelihood. It is that simple. $900 a month from the government is not acceptable, while the “chosen ones” continue to work and sustain a steady income.
No one seems to have the answer to end this Pandemic, but I do know within my whole being, that there is something so wrong about preventing some people from making a living, and enabling others to continue on. It doesn’t appear to have anyone’s health in mind.
A REMINDER
This photoshoot is a reminder to me, that life is fragile, health is precious and family is everything. I will continue to fight for my right to continue running my business. I will also fight for my liberty to choose what is best for my own health and my child’s health.
THANKFUL FOR YOU
I am thankful for all of your support this year in helping keep my business afloat! I wish you all a wonderful New Year! We could all use a bright light right about now.
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Bye, bye 2020. On October 6th, my son Khari turned one years old. Time has stood still for so many of those early days. Upon looking back however, they have flown by. It’s hard to know how that is possible? Whatever the case may be, motherhood has taught me many great life lessons. Most of all, it has shown me patience, endurance, joy, and above all, the most all-consuming love.
Minding for a little person, who is more likely to kill themselves within minutes of being alone than survive, is HARD work. It comprises of a set of skills that I have never had the patience to implore. It has made me mentally and emotionally stronger. Mostly, it has given me a new appreciation for mothers.
MOTHERHOOD VS. CAREER LIFE
This year has been hard. Taking “time off” work to become a mother was not an easy feat being self employed. Two weeks after giving birth, I was in my office editing fall weddings with a colic baby on my chest. Sleepless, frustrated, alone in my emotions, I feared that I would not be able to balance the life of my career and motherhood.
Bye, bye 2020. Hello 2021
Everyday, it is still a struggle caring for my child, and balancing work. I anticipated going back to shoot after 4 months of delivery, but COVID had a different plan. My 4 month “mat leave” turned into 1.5years of working in short stints. Weddings were cancelled. People were scared and watching their finances. I was left with mini, maternity and family sessions thanks to you guys!
HOW COVID HAS IMPACTED US
Now, I am forbidden to work in rental studios, as my business is deemed “non-essential”. People are on lock-down, so I am not doing home sessions either. Now, winter season is here, and reality is that I won’t work until spring. This forced reality is hard to accept. Most of all, its infuriating. I fear everyday that my business is crumbling underneath my feet. My life’s work, my savings, my education, my dedication; is all for nothing.
Turning a passion into a career is not for the light-hearted. It has taken me over a decade to build my business and I will not be abolished easily. Every persons’ work, is essential to their livelihood. It is that simple. $900 a month from the government is not acceptable, while the “chosen ones” continue to work and sustain a steady income.
No one seems to have the answer to end this Pandemic, but I do know within my whole being, that there is something so wrong about preventing some people from making a living, and enabling others to continue on. It doesn’t appear to have anyone’s health in mind.
A REMINDER
This photoshoot is a reminder to me, that life is fragile, health is precious and family is everything. I will continue to fight for my right to continue running my business. I will also fight for my liberty to choose what is best for my own health and my child’s health.
THANKFUL FOR YOU
I am thankful for all of your support this year in helping keep my business afloat! I wish you all a wonderful New Year! We could all use a bright light right about now.
