beautiful summer :) and boy has it been a busy summer :) One of the reasons as to why I have not been on here as often!! We did it, my hubby and I are fullfilling our dreams one day at a time. Brandon will be starting school in a week, I will be a working gal :) I am so excited that he is pursuing his passion, in four years my hubby will be Dr.Richards in pharmacy :) then I can retire, make babies and concentrate on photography.
I think I am going to be focusing more on photographing weddings and couples, I still love shooting families. But in the past month or so, I have had more clients inquire about their weddings :) this makes me gitty!!!!
I have also decided to make my profile private for reasons...... I never thought I would make it private, but you reach a point when there are people who are too nosy LOL
It is a brand new summer and I can not wait to see what the fall has in store for us. Maybe a baby, maybe a new puppy, maybe.... maybe baby :)
Adios :)
Friday, August 13, 2010
Friday, July 16, 2010
Opportunities :)
Oh dear blog, how I have missed you. I have just been so consumed with happiness these past few weeks. I am in a position in life where I can trully say that I am very content and happy :) I am more in love then ever before with my wonderful hubby :) He is so compasionate and makes everything better on those not so happy days. We have some upcoming changes and challanges but it will all be worth it in the end. My hubby will be going to school full time to become a Pharmacist :0 I know he will do great, as this is something he has wanted for a while. I am very proud of him and his accomplishements!!!
Things at work are great, I love being able to change peoples lives in a very small way. I am not an enrollment counselor but an actual guidance counselor. I love my students and I think they love me too. So much that one of my students wants me to shoot her wedding in Pensylvania, what a sweetheart :) I will be attending some upcoming graduations of students who at one point were at their ultime low, and now they are beyond that and have all the confidence to take on the world!!
My photography is also doing great, it has its hectic moments. But I am blessed to have the privilege of being a part of someones life. It is an unforgettable feeling to hear and feel the excitement of my clients when they see their pictures. For a while, I was thinking of putting photography on the back burner and focus on other things. God has a unique way of presenting opportunities..... he has kept giving and giving me so many wonderful blessings. I just figure things are happening for a reason, I may not understand them now but maybe will down the road.
So much more I would like to share but my sleepy eyes, and mind do not let me. I hope that I can keep you (my blogger friends) updated on what is going on in my life.
Tanti Beci,
yadira
Things at work are great, I love being able to change peoples lives in a very small way. I am not an enrollment counselor but an actual guidance counselor. I love my students and I think they love me too. So much that one of my students wants me to shoot her wedding in Pensylvania, what a sweetheart :) I will be attending some upcoming graduations of students who at one point were at their ultime low, and now they are beyond that and have all the confidence to take on the world!!
My photography is also doing great, it has its hectic moments. But I am blessed to have the privilege of being a part of someones life. It is an unforgettable feeling to hear and feel the excitement of my clients when they see their pictures. For a while, I was thinking of putting photography on the back burner and focus on other things. God has a unique way of presenting opportunities..... he has kept giving and giving me so many wonderful blessings. I just figure things are happening for a reason, I may not understand them now but maybe will down the road.
So much more I would like to share but my sleepy eyes, and mind do not let me. I hope that I can keep you (my blogger friends) updated on what is going on in my life.
Tanti Beci,
yadira
Saturday, June 5, 2010
Yummy New Recipe for Shrimp Lovers
I love love LOVE shrimp. The recipe I will share with you has all sorts of goodies, and is delicious. You may substitute the wine for something else. Here is the recipe :)
Grilled Shrimp Caprese Courtesy of Olive Garden
Ingredients
Marinated Tomatoes:
1 1/2 lbs Roma tomatoes, cored* and cut into 1” pieces
20 medium fresh basil leaves, stems removed and cut into 1” pieces
2 Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
1 Tbsp garlic, minced
1 tsp Italian seasoning
Salt to taste
2 Tbsp butter
1/2 cup white wine
11/2 cups heavy cream
1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
1 lb capellini (angel hair) pasta, cooked according to package directions
2 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded
1 lb 26/30 or 21/25 shrimp, peeled and deveined
*Chef’s Note: To preserve juices and seeds, use a pairing knife to remove just the top of the core on each tomato.
Procedures
Preheat broiler.
1.COMBINE tomatoes, basil, olive oil, garlic, Italian seasoning and salt in a large bowl and blend thoroughly. Cover, set aside and marinate for at least 1 hour.
2.HEAT a large, nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add butter and let melt. Stir in white wine and bring to a boil. Add heavy cream and Parmesan cheese and bring to a simmer. Let sauce reduce to desired consistency.
3.ADD cooked, drained pasta and marinated tomatoes to skillet. Stir to thoroughly coat pasta with sauce.
4.TRANSFER pasta and sauce to serving platter and top with mozzarella cheese.
5.GRILL or SAUTE shrimp until internal temperature reaches 150°F and set aside.
6.PLACE serving platter in broiler for 2-3 minutes, or until cheese has melted.
7.TOP pasta with cooked shrimp and serve.
Friday, June 4, 2010
When you wish upon a star
Dear Blog,
I promise I still love you, I have just been consumed by so many great things that I decided to wait to share them with you. So a couple of months ago I was on the verge of quitting my job, I was afraid that I would not be able to use my degree without any experience. So as I tried to fathom why I continued to stay, opportunities came knocking on my door. I was chosen out of 300+ people in my division to be put on a new team. It was what I had been asking heavenly father for all along. A new position that would allow my talents and passion for my students to be used to good use. When I heard the news, it felt like a huge weight had been lifted from my shoulders. I now find my self being able to balance and focus on things that are important. I truly feel that god has a plan for me, and for it I am grateful. There have been many sleepless nights and tears shed not knowing what I was going to do with my career. I still do not know the full extent of my opportunity but I do know it was placed there for good reason. I am beyond grateful for every blessing god has bestowed upon me. There has not been 1 prayer that he has not answered for me. I am a lucky girl :0
I am also happy to announce that I have been given a great opportunity. I will be added to the Orpheums preferred vendor's of photographers. Currently there are only 3 others vendors listed. There skill is immaculate and I am not there yet, but it is an honor to be placed on the list. I will forever be in debt to my dear friend Lexie. She has been great, referring clients to me and sharing my visions. Funny thing is that I have known her only a few months, and I feel that her and I are kindred spirits. I met her at a photo shoot I was doing, she came up to me introduced her self and said, " I want you to take my pictures!!" (with a look of excitement on her face). I stood there puzzled because she said it with such conviction as is she had seen my work and followed it. We exchanged contact information, she set up a photo shoot at the Orpheum and the rest was history. Thank you Lexie girl, we are like peas and carrots are your hubby says :0
On the 16th of this month it will be a year when I decided to pick up my camera and make it a hobby. In that year, I have learned so much. It makes me excited to know that I can be a part of making memories, I love digging down to the core and finding those emotions. When I see emotions on my pictures, it literally gives me goosebumps because I can almost feel what my clients are feeling. For it I am very grateful!!!
I promise I still love you, I have just been consumed by so many great things that I decided to wait to share them with you. So a couple of months ago I was on the verge of quitting my job, I was afraid that I would not be able to use my degree without any experience. So as I tried to fathom why I continued to stay, opportunities came knocking on my door. I was chosen out of 300+ people in my division to be put on a new team. It was what I had been asking heavenly father for all along. A new position that would allow my talents and passion for my students to be used to good use. When I heard the news, it felt like a huge weight had been lifted from my shoulders. I now find my self being able to balance and focus on things that are important. I truly feel that god has a plan for me, and for it I am grateful. There have been many sleepless nights and tears shed not knowing what I was going to do with my career. I still do not know the full extent of my opportunity but I do know it was placed there for good reason. I am beyond grateful for every blessing god has bestowed upon me. There has not been 1 prayer that he has not answered for me. I am a lucky girl :0
I am also happy to announce that I have been given a great opportunity. I will be added to the Orpheums preferred vendor's of photographers. Currently there are only 3 others vendors listed. There skill is immaculate and I am not there yet, but it is an honor to be placed on the list. I will forever be in debt to my dear friend Lexie. She has been great, referring clients to me and sharing my visions. Funny thing is that I have known her only a few months, and I feel that her and I are kindred spirits. I met her at a photo shoot I was doing, she came up to me introduced her self and said, " I want you to take my pictures!!" (with a look of excitement on her face). I stood there puzzled because she said it with such conviction as is she had seen my work and followed it. We exchanged contact information, she set up a photo shoot at the Orpheum and the rest was history. Thank you Lexie girl, we are like peas and carrots are your hubby says :0
On the 16th of this month it will be a year when I decided to pick up my camera and make it a hobby. In that year, I have learned so much. It makes me excited to know that I can be a part of making memories, I love digging down to the core and finding those emotions. When I see emotions on my pictures, it literally gives me goosebumps because I can almost feel what my clients are feeling. For it I am very grateful!!!
Thank you everyone that has been a part of my photography journey. Thank you for letting me a part of your lives and allowing me to capture it for you.
xoxo
Yadira
Friday, May 28, 2010
If you have nothing nice to say then don't say anything at all
You know that saying, "If you have nothing nice to say then don't say anything at all"?!! Well, I try to live by that philosophy. Now, I admit that I do not always say nice things, if someone says something nasty to me, they might as well be prepared to hear something not as nice right back. The thing about the statement, is that I only say mean things in those occasions, despite how much I may dislike someone. I bite my tongue, until they provoke me for good reason.
So the other day, I overheard someone saying not so nice things about me, particularly in my photography, and professional (work) success. It was not what was said, but who was saying it. I let the person express them selves without saying a word. I stood there in silence. I was so naive that someone I considered a friend would say such cruel things. How can they be nice to you and then say those things behind your back. I guess that was my mistake and I should have paid more attention to the signs. I am a firm believer in knowing a person's true character by the way they speak of others. This person, would speak ill of their close friends not acquaintances. I am talking about close friends, close friends who you would have over for dinner, call to share your sorrows and happiness, friends who you know are there for you. I often would listen to how the person would complain and make themselves feel mightier then their close friends. Gulp, sigh.... I should have said something then.
At this point, I am grateful, that I was able to see their true colors, and true intentions. I am not angry at the person as none of the things they said were true about me. What I would like to know is WHY? are you so upset that I work hard to enjoy the fruits of my labor. Why?, would you not be happy for me? WHY?, would you not ask your self WHY is it that YOU are not happy with your blessings and so un happy about mine??? Many say it is because of jealousy, really??? Jealousy?!!! I guess I do not understand if that is the case, why they would be envious. Are they envious, that I went through many trials and tribulations? I did not get to where I am at with out any fears, struggles, stress and tears.
The funny things is that this person's wonders why I do not want them to be a part of my life. As I have distanced my self from them, and to be honest with you, I have been happier. I have noticed a change in my attitude, as I do not have someone negative to listen to. Does this make me a better person then you, the answer is no, but it makes me more grateful and appreciative of the close friends I have.
So to those friends that are my true friends thank you from the bottom of my heart. For all of your support and comfort on those not so good days and happy days :)
To my other friend mentioned, I am sure you will read this. Please do not think I am mad at you, I just hope that you will count your blessings and not everyone else's.
So the other day, I overheard someone saying not so nice things about me, particularly in my photography, and professional (work) success. It was not what was said, but who was saying it. I let the person express them selves without saying a word. I stood there in silence. I was so naive that someone I considered a friend would say such cruel things. How can they be nice to you and then say those things behind your back. I guess that was my mistake and I should have paid more attention to the signs. I am a firm believer in knowing a person's true character by the way they speak of others. This person, would speak ill of their close friends not acquaintances. I am talking about close friends, close friends who you would have over for dinner, call to share your sorrows and happiness, friends who you know are there for you. I often would listen to how the person would complain and make themselves feel mightier then their close friends. Gulp, sigh.... I should have said something then.
At this point, I am grateful, that I was able to see their true colors, and true intentions. I am not angry at the person as none of the things they said were true about me. What I would like to know is WHY? are you so upset that I work hard to enjoy the fruits of my labor. Why?, would you not be happy for me? WHY?, would you not ask your self WHY is it that YOU are not happy with your blessings and so un happy about mine??? Many say it is because of jealousy, really??? Jealousy?!!! I guess I do not understand if that is the case, why they would be envious. Are they envious, that I went through many trials and tribulations? I did not get to where I am at with out any fears, struggles, stress and tears.
The funny things is that this person's wonders why I do not want them to be a part of my life. As I have distanced my self from them, and to be honest with you, I have been happier. I have noticed a change in my attitude, as I do not have someone negative to listen to. Does this make me a better person then you, the answer is no, but it makes me more grateful and appreciative of the close friends I have.
So to those friends that are my true friends thank you from the bottom of my heart. For all of your support and comfort on those not so good days and happy days :)
To my other friend mentioned, I am sure you will read this. Please do not think I am mad at you, I just hope that you will count your blessings and not everyone else's.
Monday, May 3, 2010
Love Emails
So during the course of my day, I sit and count the hours before I get to go home. Today is one of those days!! I have a bad case of the Monday's with all the beautiful weather we have had... who want's to be sitting inside an office!! NOT ME!!! But, you know what makes my day go by? My hubby and his sweet emails, 5 minutes into the day, I get an email. I love you :)from my hubby!! Every day without failure, and in between as well. Thought I would share how sweet he is read below ;)
From: Brandon Richards (Enrollment Counselor)
Sent: Monday, May 03, 2010 1:32 PM
To: Yadira Richards
Subject: RE:
my lower back is really hurting, I might need a little massage when we get home.
Brandon Richards, Enrollment Counselor
University of Phoenix | Axia College
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From: Yadira Richards
Sent: Monday, May 03, 2010 1:33 PM
To: Brandon Richards (Enrollment Counselor)
Subject: RE:
ok baby :) or you can take my heating pad. I can take a break and take it to you :)
Yadira Richards, MTN Plains Division Specialist Enrollment Counselor
University of Phoenix, Online Campus | Axia College
I will be ok. I miss you already!
Brandon Richards, Enrollment Counselor
University of Phoenix | Axia College
3157 E Elwood St.| MS-CF-M508 | Phoenix, AZ 85034
Pretty sweet and short, but I love all those small details. and I can not help but feel like the luckiest girl in the world :)
From: Brandon Richards (Enrollment Counselor)
Sent: Monday, May 03, 2010 1:32 PM
To: Yadira Richards
Subject: RE:
my lower back is really hurting, I might need a little massage when we get home.
Brandon Richards, Enrollment Counselor
University of Phoenix | Axia College
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From: Yadira Richards
Sent: Monday, May 03, 2010 1:33 PM
To: Brandon Richards (Enrollment Counselor)
Subject: RE:
ok baby :) or you can take my heating pad. I can take a break and take it to you :)
Yadira Richards, MTN Plains Division Specialist Enrollment Counselor
University of Phoenix, Online Campus | Axia College
I will be ok. I miss you already!
Brandon Richards, Enrollment Counselor
University of Phoenix | Axia College
3157 E Elwood St.| MS-CF-M508 | Phoenix, AZ 85034
Pretty sweet and short, but I love all those small details. and I can not help but feel like the luckiest girl in the world :)
Sunday, April 25, 2010
Hormones......
Dear Blogger friends sorry for not posting anything in a while. Trust me nothing really exciting has happened: 0 Well some good things here and there, come may I will be making an announcement... no I am not pregnant. Some of you may already know :) Now, if I can only make it until May without going insane. I am a very private person and really do not share many personal stuff on my blog, but I am beyond that now. As some of you may already know, Brandon and I have been trying to have a baby. It has been an emotional roller coaster ride, last year was the worst. Watching all my friends, my sister get pregnant while I remained... not even close to being pregnant was really difficult for me. There were a lot of days that I cried out of the blue because all I wanted was a baby. So at the end of 2009 I made a new year’s resolution, I was going to go with the flow. Not concentrate on why my prayers were not answered right then and there, rather I would concentrate on things that made me happy. January was a little tough, but after that I can honestly say it has been smooth sailing until this month. I was put on birth control to help with my regulation. I have been moody, sensitive, depressed.... oh and the horrors it has done to me physically. I sometimes feel pregnant but I am assured by my doctor that it is perfectly normal and those are the side effects.... OK so the side effects are similar to pregnancy..... hmmmm So I apologize, it I have been cranky, brushed you off.... One thing it has done it has made me appreciate my hubby even more each day. If I cry, he lets me cry, if I am cranky he takes it (most of the time). Most importantly he is so compassionate and loves me on those days were I am a monster. Now and then he has to remind me that it is for the best and it is a process, and it makes me happy because I know all those bad days will give me happier days when I hold my baby. I don't want any sympathy, as I am beyond that point. I just needed to vent.
On happier news: 0 my business has been booming: 0 I have 4 weddings booked, and have my months booked before they even begin. God has been good to me, and for it I am very grateful. I think he answered my prayers, he said ... hey there silly girl, it's not your turn yet to get pregnant, I have other plans for you :) Yes, in my conversations with God he has a sense of humor :) Everything I have asked for God has granted me :) and my business booming is probably a little additional gift. I did not ask for it, I asked to be distracted from not being pregnant and that is what I got :0 I am still learning and I make mistakes with my photography, but I have made some progress.
Ok, so that pretty much sums it up folks, I am happy today as can be feeling nauseas but happy :)
Because I cannot post without a picture, here is a picture of my hubby and I that was recently taken.
On happier news: 0 my business has been booming: 0 I have 4 weddings booked, and have my months booked before they even begin. God has been good to me, and for it I am very grateful. I think he answered my prayers, he said ... hey there silly girl, it's not your turn yet to get pregnant, I have other plans for you :) Yes, in my conversations with God he has a sense of humor :) Everything I have asked for God has granted me :) and my business booming is probably a little additional gift. I did not ask for it, I asked to be distracted from not being pregnant and that is what I got :0 I am still learning and I make mistakes with my photography, but I have made some progress.
Ok, so that pretty much sums it up folks, I am happy today as can be feeling nauseas but happy :)
Because I cannot post without a picture, here is a picture of my hubby and I that was recently taken.
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- Hola and welcome to my blog. Here you will find a little more about me and my fertility process. My wonderful husband and I have been married for 5 years, and every day I fall more in love with him. We began our baby making journey in 2010 and last year we began our IUI process, we have faith that one day we will be parents, and it will be the happiest days of our life's!.