Reinvent

"When one door closes, another door opens." 

I have starred at this quote for a few months now. I have prayed endless nights, I have never been more torn, confused or worried when it comes to a career. I have been doing hair for 5 years now and have decided to stop.  "What??" "Why??"

L I F E Life is why. I have spent countless nights away from my family for what? My hair business has been extremely slow these past 8 months. Although I don't need to share all my finances with you all but let's just say I haven't brought home more than 2K over 6 months. I have poured not only my heart and soul into my hair business but I have also poured my families finances and it has gotten to the point to where we are hurting which in return has put me in a "rut".. Where has my passion been? I need to find it.  We can't move up in life. 

I don't want to be at the salon until 7 at night while my kids and husband are at home eating dinner at the table without me every night.  I want to buy a house with a big backyard in it so I can watch my kids run around and play like crazy. I want to be able to visit my family in Cail more than once a year. I want to save money for my kids to go to college, to not be stuck with student loans. I want to have money so my dad can retire from his job. 

I want to experience life and not just skate by.

    We have made this decision for me to close this door and see what door opens next for me. I am un sure and am I scared? YES. How could I not be.. however, I have to do this for my family and myself and hope in return I can only move up from here and become a stronger person. 

T h a n k     Y o u

To all my clients I have met over these years and for being apart of my journey. I will be finishing out until September 5th if you would like your hair done one more time. 

        

Hospital Photoshoot

Hi there. I recently just started doing hospital photo shoots and I absolutely have fallen in LOVE with them. Everything about it.. From start to finish is like being in a story book.
      I have rounded up some questions to answer for you all and I will leave you with some pictures of what to expect.

You can choose from a few packages when we book your shoot.. ( Just the newborn pictures after delivery, or pictures during labor as well as newborn pictures after delivery.

1. When will my photo shoot take place?
   I typically photograph all babies on their first full day at the hospital. Someone will need to keep in contact with me on how the labor is progressing so I know an estimated time of when to arrive. 
2. Should we bring a special blanket?
   I absolutely encourage you to bring a favorite baby blanket or afghan from home to use in the shoot. A beautiful blanket can add texture, color and memories to your newborn's photos.
3. How can I prepare for the shoot?
   I love to include mom and dad's hands in our photos. Wear clear or neutral nail polish on the day of your shoot. Lip gloss is always a plus to have in your hospital bag! ;)
   Bring a dark-colored shirt to wear in the photos; we may photograph your baby in your arms and solid/dark colors look great in both color and black-and-white prints.
4. My baby is in the NICU, can I still have a photo shoot?
   Yes, let your nurse know you are interested in BristolK pictures and sign the consent form. The session will be completed when the nurse tells us the baby is ready for pictures. I will try my best to accommodate you and your family on this special day!
5. Where will the photos take place?  
   
   The photos will take place in the comfort on your hospital room, all visitors will be asked to step out during the time of the shoot. 

I look forward to working with you and being able to be apart of your special day!

Around the house with BristolK

Hi all! Happy Monday!! Feeling the Monday Blues? Come check out my sneak peek into our condo and see how you can make small spaces work for your family!

I love candles, I love the way they smell, I love how they change the aroma in the room. 

This tea set is an antique from my mom's mom's noni.... Did you catch that? I leave this out so I can appreciate it more and it just adds a little bit of antique feel to the house... Also so handy to use with coffee or tea. 

Living in a condo means you don't have a lot of counter space, I got this bar cart at Target awhile back and use it as my "coffee station". 

Having this hutch here give me more storage and space. Whats in the hutch?
Microwave, cookbooks, jars, pyrex, dish set, tea, linens, and plastic containers. 

Having fresh washed ready to eat fruit on the table is one of my favorite things. Also another favorite thing? Heading to the farmers market on Saturday morning with the family and picking out our favorite fruit & veggies for the week.. Then getting home and washing and preparing them :)

Easy fix to add some kids action in on something?

Oil pan used for magnetic board and white board. I am fine with these "toys" being visible and being out in the open.. The kids LOVE these and they sure get used!

Family desk nook area. This is my new favorite area in the house. We just updated this over the weekend so we can be more organized with homework and work. It's already doing wonders for everyone!

I will tell you how much I love having a clean house... Small houses sure get cluttered SO much easier... having 2 kids and a husband doesn't help either. My number 1 must for *trying* to keep a clean house? EVERYONE pitches in... Yes, everyone. 

I hope you all enjoyed this post! Stay tuned of more around the house!!

Have a blessed week!!

xx Bristol