Random happiness of the day

March 17, 2010

It might seem a little late to be excited about the new year in March, but it’s not totally random. Not like this morning when I couldn’t get the song Davy Crockett out of my head. That’s random. You see in 2009, I made a big change in my life. I started to become financially responsible. I know this is probably something I should have figured out way before turning 28, at least that’s how I felt last year.

You see, my problem is that I’m incredibly optimistic with everything. I don’t mind taking risks because I have a ridiculous amount of confidence in myself, but sometimes it can create a cloudy haze around a realistic situation. And in 2009, that situation was that I needed to be smart with my spending. It’s so easy in photography to get caught up in the latest technology or wanting a million lenses, and to be honest, I’m still fighting the urge to buy everything in sight, but there comes a time when you finally realize you’ve been irresponsible. And that was in June last year.

At that time, I was introduced to something that changed my life. That something was an accounting program and I know for many people out there, the same program wouldn’t cause such an epic response, but for me and my business, it’s been a lifesaver. My spending habits drastically changed and I could see that light at the end of the tunnel approaching very fast.

So flash forward to 2010. This is my year for photography and I’m hitting it full force. And with that mission, I’ve had to give up some things that the old Dee wouldn’t have let go. If you’ve read my previous posts or talked to me for 5 seconds, you know I just purchased a new professional line Canon camera. I knew this was essential to take my business to the next level, but I wasn’t going to fall into my old ways of just purchasing it with plastic. I had to say goodbye to my first 2 macs. Yes I know they’re just computers, but they’re like babies to me! I’ve given up shopping for new clothes. I don’t eat out at every meal. (I’ve learned to cook. Gasp!) I’ve literally learned to survive on $30/week. And yet I discovered something incredibly amazing to me.

I can endure as long as I’m surround by my family and friends. They really provide me with such happiness that money can’t buy, and I know that sounds cliche, but its totally true. I don’t miss anything I’ve given up and yet I’m a happier person now than I’ve been in ages. (And like I said, I’m pretty darn positive!) My possessions and interests have changed to spending more time with people I adore.

So to end this rambling, here’s a photo of some of my closest friends bringing in the new year. I was photographing a wedding at a holiday party where my friends could attend and I couldn’t believe I was doing what I love to do, surrounded by the people I love. Here’s to a fantastic year, even if it is a little bit late!

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