So a few years ago, as my husband and I were talking about the power of community and the importance of community in our own lives and for us as a family, we started talking a lot about the power and growth of online communities. Knowing some that were very much a part of this world, and not at all understanding it, I quickly brushed it off, and probably made some sort of comment about not having enough time for the family and friends that were already an important part of my life. As time went on, and we focused on building Peek…Aren’t You Curious, we talked more and more about blogs, parenting sites, the connections that people were making and the inspiration and advice they often found.
So of course, as I often do, I opened my ears and eyes up to different recommendations and started reading ( and soon following ) a number of blogs. Next up, as I often do, I surprised myself and signed up for both a twitter account and a facebook page. Meeting, connecting and reconnecting with friends old and new.
Along the way, I found out what all the fuss was about. Through the days, weeks and months, of sharing, reading and experiencing I ended up meeting some of the most creative, inspired, funny, honest women I have ever met. Strange I think, as I look back, that some how, we gravitate to each other, sharing the joys and struggles of parenting, working, being married, our friends, creative interests and ultimately life how this all happens.
Which, brings me to this post. First, I had the joy of seeing Carrie’s ( otherwise known as urban-babyphotography! ) work on a site that I admired..A well done website that a friend has for her amazing design business. Next up, reading her blog, and a recent getaway/photo shoot they had gone on together, I had the chance to see her work..then finally the introduction and finally the friendship. Knowing I think the whole time that what I most hoped is that we could one day work together… So as the months went along and we then decided to host holiday photo sessions in our stores to thank our customers for supporting us, I immediately reached out to Carrie.
The rest of the story speaks for itself. From the amazing support and time she gave to the project, to the calls securing the details..it was as I had hoped. A community of people, coming together to collaborate, create and become their best selves..take a peek
http://urban-baby.com/darkroom/share/?n=Peek_Montana
Thank you to Carrie ( and of course Kelley! ) for all that you’ve done and taught me along the way.
P.S.
In that small world way..turns out she is next door neighbors and good friends with an old colleague and friend from Lucky Brand Jeans !