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Gap Suede flower ballet flats
Gap The classic khaki (straight fit)
Old Navy Mens Patterned Western Shirts
Gap Corduroy smock neck dress
Gap Intarsia bear bottom tights

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Gap Suede flower ballet flats
Gap The classic khaki (straight fit)
Gap Two-pocket end-on-end shirt
Gap Tiered smock dress
Gap Intarsia bear bottom tights

We’ve been very busy and August has just flown by.  I have so much to share!

1. This month we took a day trip with family to Abilene, KS.  We rode the Abilene & Smokey Valley Railroad train to the next small town, watched them switch the engine, went inside the engine & caboose, and S got to toot the train’s whistle.  We toured one of the many historic mansions, and rounded out our day by checking out a wooden carved carousel.

Obviously, the 3 year old did not want her picture taken with us. LOL

2. Kansans have you been to Tanganyka Wildlife Park? Yep, it’s a bit costly for the number of exhibits there but THE EXPERIENCE IS NOTHING YOU’D FIND AT THE ZOO.  Seriously worth checking out, even if it’s only once a year.  We went on a Westsider deal day and the entrance fee was only $5 per person.  We did spend $10 in tokens but it was worth it.  S got to fee the lemurs cransins, and then rode a camel with Daddy.

3. S is starting school in just a little of a week.  I have huge mixed emotions with this new milestone.  I’m so excited for her and this new age group that we are embarking on but at the same time my little baby girl is growing up.  At least she still likes to cuddle up.

4.  Two more weeks until the pools close for the season.  This year we’ve spent so much time at the pool that it’s very bittersweet.  We’re heading there tomorrow for some fun with friends.

5.  The office+playroom space is finally clean out and we’ve started re-arranging it.  I know I want to paint for sure but I’m not sure what color theme to go with on this one.  The wainscoting is white, the pink cubed shelves will be painted, the big doll house will be in there, and my white/creme desk will be moved into there.  I have decor designing ADD, and need help!

I really like light grey with accents of yellow + blue + white but I sort of want to do that in my bedroom.  What do you think of a very very light blue shade for the wall paint, paint the pink cubed shelf white… but what accent color(s) should I add in?  Or should I just go with a very light creme shade, and what accent color(s)?

I’m looking for a 4′x6′ rug.  Does anyone have those carpet squares that make rugs?

My head’s spinning already.  Any help you can offer is greatly appreciated.

6.  I am the type of person that rips recipes out of magazines.  And not just magazines I purchase but those at the doctor’s office, dentist’s office… Am I the only one?  So I do have a 3-ring binder that holds these hole punched, ripped out sheets of recipes and I’ve really been thinking that I need to organize this monster.  Lately, I have to go through the binder three times before I do find the recipe I’m looking for or just give up.  This just leads to wasted time and effort.  I came across this nicely organized magazine recipe binder HERE just this week.  It’s a sign for sure.

7.  Fairy mini sessions are now available!! Come let your daughters have fun playing dress up. I have pettiskirts/tutus, wings, and crowns available. For more information see THIS blog post.

** This post will remain at the top of the blog for a couple months.  Please scroll down to see new blog posts.

Fall Portrait Sessions
Even with the end of Summer temperatures about 100 degrees it’s time to start thinking about Fall portraits, and holiday cards & gifts.  September is only a short 25 days away.

This year, I’m having a “Christmas in August” sale.  Stay tuned for announcements through the end of August on different incentives you can earn by booking your session early!

1.  Choose your session type.
Full Session:
*Session fee $100, includes a $50 print credit
*1-2 hour session
*Allows for outfit changes and two locations of choice
*Approximately 25 fully edited images from your session will be shown

Mini Session:
*Session fee $60, does not include a print credit.
*30-45 minute session (immediate family only)
*Does not allow outfit changes and can only be at one location of choice
*Approximately 10 fully edited images from your session will be shown

2.  Choose your session date

(I will be updating this post as dates are reserved)

Saturday, Sept 4th
Sunday, Sept 5th
Monday, Sept 6th
Saturday, Sept 11th – Booked “A” Family
Sunday, Sept 12th – Booked “A” Family
Saturday, Sept 18th
Sunday, Sept 19th
Saturday, Oct 9th
Sunday, Oct 10th
Saturday, Oct 23rd – Booked “S” Family
Sunday, Oct 24th
Saturday, Oct 30th – Booked “S” Family
Saturday, Nov 6th
Sunday, Nov 7th
Saturday, Nov 13th
Sunday, Nov 14th
Saturday, Nov 20th
Sunday, Nov 21st
Wednesday, Nov 24th
Saturday, Nov 27th
Sunday, Nov 28th

** All outdoor sessions will take place in the evening, when the sunlight is soft and beautiful.
** I take on a limited number of sessions each Fall and tend to book up quickly.

3.  Choose your session location.
Full sessions can take place at two different locations.  Mini sessions only take place at one location.
*Urban - Downtown Wichita location
*Manicured Parks - I have a number of locations I can suggest
*Natural – I can recommend a natural location with tall grass, dirt paths, and no buildings
*In-studio – Studio sessions can only accomodiate up to 2 children
*Pumpkin Patch – Full sessions ONLY.  Location is a 1 hour drive from Wichita (additional travel fee of $25 will be applied to session fee.)  Available dates are Oct 23rd, 24th, or 30th ONLY.
*Apple Orchard – Full sessions ONLY.  Location is a 1 hour drive from Wichita (additional travel fee of $25 will be applied to session fee).  Available dates are Sept 18th, 19th; Oct 9th, 10th, 23rd, 24th, 30th.
* Or feel free to suggest a location (example, family land and/or farm)

Contact me by email at info@sarahshahportraits.com or via phone at 316-209-3593 to book your session!

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