so...as I'm sitting here on a Sunday afternoon where the weather is a balmy 58 degrees outside, I'm wondering if it actually is June or am I looking at the calendar wrong??? Yesterday we had to turn the heat back on so that our toes didn't freeze and fall off...it's a teeny tiny bit warmer today, but nothing to get too excited about. So...even though the weather isn't exactly fantastic, I am still super excited that it's "supposedly" summer and that means lots of fun outdoor sessions.
So...as a way to "kick off" the summer season, I am posting my first official blog special. You're excited aren't you, thought so...
Here's what I'm proposing...stay with me...this might take a little while. Some of you may know that my little niece Madisyn was diagnosed at birth with Cystic Fibrosis. CF is a chronic illness that is caused by a defective gene and its protein product that forces the body to produce unusually thick, sticky mucus which clogs the lungs and obstructs the pancreas - leading to severe respiratory and malabsorption related problems. We are extremely optimistic that she will experience a cure in her lifetime. CF Research has produced some incredible maintenance related drugs that have contributed to the overall life expectancy increasing from 1 year of age in the 1950s to 37 years of age in 2007. In addition to maintenance treatments, the research has produced some substances that target the very source of the problem. Therapies categorized as 'Protein Assist/Repair' are entering final phases of drug trials - with availability to patients occurring in the near future!
Today Madisyn (I'm guessing she'll be in her stroller though), her parents & grandparents and many other supporters will be participating in the Great Strides Walk in Anchorage, AK ( which is why Auntie is not there) to raise money for CF research, and as the proud auntie I want to help however I can and because I would really, really like to see a cure for little Madi.
So, in honor of Madisyn, for one week only, any sessions scheduled to take place in June or July, Lisa Nelson Photography will donate half of the session fee to Great Strides. And don't worry...you get something too...you will receive a $50 print credit towards your order from your session! Isn't that great how everybody gets something? :) So...basically, you don't have to pay a session fee. There are limited spots available, but will do my best to fit everyone in so we can raise lots of money for CF research! Session fee is due at time of booking to reserve your spot.
Also, as a personal update...I will be taking maternity leave during the month of August and will resume sessions again in September. So, if you're thinking of booking a session for this summer, please consider my CF special or else we can get you booked for a regular session in Sept or Oct. I'm all about options here. :)
Remember the CF special is only for 1 week, ending next Sunday, June 14th. This special is for new and current clients, so spread the word!
701.306.9643 or lisamnelsonphotography@hotmail.com
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And just to tug on your heartstrings, here's a picture of the little princess. :)