I wanted to post a couple of images that just say….”Capture the Moment”
Thank you in advance for everyone’s permission for me to post your pictures.

Picture by: me (Samantha Cooney) taken with Nikon D70 edited in Snapfish

Twas the night before Christmas celebrations and,
What thoughts did it bring?
My mind said to me,
Why not have a huge food fling?

There were pies in the oven,
M&M’s in a jar.
There were snacks for the party,
And booze in the bar.

No! I’ll resist the temptation,
I will keep a strong head.
I’ll not eat a bite!
And I climbed into my bed.

When out of my stomach,
There came such a roar,
I sprang from the bed,
Landing flat on the floor.

Away to the kitchen
I flew like a flash.
Swung open the door of the fridge,
To do something RASH!

A light from within,
Gave off such a glow
To the objects of food,
Laid on the trays there below.

I was going to grab
An odd goodie or two
When into my mind
Came my promise to you.

Before I could have
Any snack food to eat,
I must put on my coat
And get on my feet.

I got into my coat,
My warm gloves and shoes
Determined to walk
For the goodies I’d choose.

The moon on the top
Of the new fallen snow
And on houses and trees
Gave such a sparkle and glow.

As I walked down the street
My mind did recall
The words that we’d spoken
At the Weight Watchers hall.

Of meetings through which
I ambitiously sat
For words of encouragement,
To shed this fat.

I spoke not a word
When my walk was done.
I felt so renewed,
I knew I had won.

I  walked past the kitchen
Without turning my head.
I smiled in the mirror
As I headed for bed.

And I said to myself
As I turned out the light
With my mind, will and body,
I have fought the good fight.

Happy Holidays to you and all a goodnight.

Wedding Card Cake is almost complete. Okay, so some of you may be wondering….. what in the world??? Well, I got this whole idea from Chris’s sister, Jessica. She made one for her wedding, and it seemed like a great project for me to do for my own. It was simple, just placing 3 hat boxes on top of the other and decorating the hat boxes. The hardest part was the cutting. The very top box has a slot cut in it big enough for a card to be inserted into that box. The other boxes also have the cutting so the card will go all the way to the bottom hat box. My cutting was rough, LOL, but I was able to save anything cut out of the lines by decorating the boxes.  The last box keeps the lid on top of that one in order to get the cards out of the card cake. I’m not satisfied with the decorations yet.  I want some ribbon to drap around the last purple layer, so it resembles a wedding cake look. I love the Cats on the middle layer, that is all going to tie in with the “Save the Date” cards. Thank you to my beloved talented artist friend, Jenny Elkins.
The cats are a Bride and a Groom, and I think they go perfect with the Wedding Card Cake. The colors are pretty much our wedding colors. They are a dark purple (aka Lapis) and a orange.  The very top of the Wedding Card Cake we have a little note on it, so everyone knows what it is when it is on the gift table at the shower and wedding reception. I feel accomplished that I finally completed something in a way. It makes me feel like I am really getting creative for my wedding. I’m thinking about making the bouquets and invitations also. It will be a busy time, but that way I can save tons of money and create something that I really love. Sometime soon, I may need to recruit help because I may get down to the deadline. So many things to do, but so much money it seems. Pacing myself on everything may be key.

My first Bridal Makeover was a success I would have to say. The Bride was very pleased with her look. It was a random and busy day last weekend, but I was able to get everything accomplished. The feeling I had when she was going down the aisle was priceless. I thought…. “WOW, I just completed  beautiful look for Jennifer.” I was pleased with the results. In the future, I hope to schedule more Bridal Makeovers.

Jennifer’s Mary Kay Look:

Face:
Medium-Coverage Foundation Ivory 200
Sheer Mineral Pressed Powder Ivory 2

Eyes:

On the lid, Raisin
Mid-lid, Precious Pink
Upper lid, Moonstone (to blend together)
Black Eyeliner
Lash Lengthening Black Mascara

Lips:
Frosted Rose Lipstick

Thank you so much Jennifer for letting me do your make-up for your special day. I’m so glad that you loved your look

Thank you in advance for everyone that gave me permission to photograph this event. It was a huge success and a great turnout. Rylee has Mitochondrial Disease, this affects the body’s ability to turn food into energy. She has had several mini-strokes that have left lesions on her brain affecting her ability to walk, talk, and most other fine motor skills. This event was to help to raise funds to help with Rylee’s medical costs and to help her family. I did get verbal permission from Rylee’s family to post these on my site.

Thank you everyone whom made it out that day!

Extra images from the day can be viewed in the photos section of this site on the sidebar under “Ryleebug’s Ride”

If you are interested in purchasing some prints please send me an email at: sammiedo26@yahoo.com

This picture makes me laugh and the night made me realize at the end of the day, the person in your life and good friends is what matters. Tom and Kayla’s Wedding made me look at weddings in such another angle. Maybe, it was just because Chris and I had a few moments with the bride and groom after everyone left and it was just us four at the reception site.
Those few moments made me realize…. it is about us. It’s about Chris and I, and things will go wrong but after the ceremony and reception is over it is still us. Thank you Tom and Kayla for having us there. It was a beautiful day and a wonderful wedding.

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Samantha Cooney
(317) 457-6048
samantha.cooney@marykay.com
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From time to time, I have enjoyed getting the Weight Watcher word out there.
While at the Hendricks County Flyer, I was able to complete a couple of articles
promoting Weight Watchers. I am thankful for the time I was able to report
and write these articles. The articles can be viewed at the following links….

Healthy weight loss is a lifetime journey
http://www.flyergroup.com/archivesearch/local_story_219172402.html?start:int=15
(My Weight Watcher leader, Shelly has made such a huge impact on my life. I had
to interview her for the paper and get her word out to the community. Thank you Shelly,
for inspiring me to pursue my dreams and hopes with Weight Watchers.)

Weight Watchers group gathers over the weekend
http://www.flyergroup.com/archivesearch/local_story_316192202.html
(My very first Innovations. A great way to recognize the great staff that makes
dreams come true everyday.)

Other stories/reviews…
http://www.flyergroup.com/archivesearch/local_story_351181822.html
http://www.flyergroup.com/archivesearch/local_story_010100740.html
http://www.flyergroup.com/archivesearch/local_story_333174133.html
http://www.flyergroup.com/archivesearch/local_story_299142947.html
http://www.flyergroup.com/archivesearch/local_story_235175445.html

I have to admit life in an apartment seems so different when one can do whatever they want to the patio.

I’m posting the Top 3 photographs that are in a Photography Contest right now. I really hope I win for at least one category, even though there are so many great photographs out there. Wish me luck

Here goes, the Top 3 as of today: