Take the challenge

I was on call this past weekend and unfortunately got called in Sunday morning. After finishing our case, my friend looked at me and said, "Alright Candice, I am taking the t-shirt challenge". At first I didn't realize what she was talking about, but once she removed her scrub top underneath was her t-shirt with the words Jesus Freak boldy written in red. I had to smile. The next day we were talking about her experiences of the previous day, she caused a mixture of reactions, some people smiled, others frowned, while some would not even make eye contact. I'm not asking you to run out and buy a Jesus Freak t-shirt but I am asking you to take the challenge. Our Father answers prayers, heals sick, saves marriages and the list goes on and on. Therefore be proud of who you are! If you consider yourself a child of God, then don't worry what others think. When eating dinner out with family proudly bow your head and give praise to God for His amazing grace and love. Go out and let your light shine bright, you never know how your simple daily gestures may be used to lead another God. If you read this and take the "challenge" I would Love to hear about your experience, please just send me an email at candicee@candiceelainephoto.com or feel free to leave a comment on the blog.

Two words on the front of my shirt

Noah is now over a year old but I am still carrying some of that "baby" fat, so I have taken the plunge and renewed my gym membership. For those of you who know me well understand that I have basically no self-confidence. Each day when I get to the gym I start feeling a little self conscious considering most of the girls there are a size 4, makeup perfect and sporting a cute matching athletic outfit. Yesterday, I went to the bathroom to change and pulled out my clothes from my gym back (i pack at 5am so I just throw whatever in). Inside was a t-shirt I bought while in Honduras and the front had two simple word "Jesus Freak", so I dug deeper thinking I had to have another shirt in there. All I could think about was what are people going to think of me if I wear this. As soon as that thought entered my head I literally almost hit the floor. Am I really so self absorbed that I care more about what girls think of me than being true to my Heavenly Father? I completed my workout and once I reached the car I just couldn't stop thinking about what had just happened to me. Yes I am insecure about my body, my ability to be a good wife, and loving mother but I just couldn't believe how insecure I am being about my faith. Jesus loves me so much He took my sins away on that Cross and here I am scared to proclaim I am His. After many many tears and a long ride home, I just had to praise God for placing that shirt in my bag and bringing me back to my walk alongside Him.

The Quigley Family

There are few words to describe how awesome the members of Quigley Family are. I was doing a family photoshoot at Chestnut Ridge Park and ran into this family as they were out playing with their kids. Joe contacted me to take some pics of his family but his email had me in tears. This family gives so much time, energy, and love back to our community. To learn more about this family and why they have touched me so much please visit their website at
http://www.timmysfund.org
The Quigley's along with their huge support group are now in the beginning stages of constructing Timmy's place, click on this link on the main web page to learn how you can become a part of something so big, it will definitely affect you for a lifetime.

Send Out Cards Invitation

Hey Guys,
My friend Nancy is hosting a Send Out Cards party at her house on the 24th at 7pm. Send Out Cards is an awesome way to stay in touch with friends and family and you can do everything from the comfort of your home. If you are interested in learning more or think you may like to come just send me an email at candicee@candiceelainephoto.com I would love to see you there!

Katie is a Senior 2010

Katie is an amazing girl, she is full of life and so much fun to be around. I am a little partial considering she is my cousin. I was so excited when she came up for a weekend visit and we headed to spend some "girl" time together. What girl doesn't love shopping, Olive Garden and some fun Senior Pics to top it off. Katie was such a tropper considering it was like 80 degrees and we were both sweating bullets. Here are a few of my favs and the slideshow.