It wouldn’t be right, though, to not join in the fun that Black Friday brings.   I have much more fun GIVING away excellent deals than actually getting the deals myself…

So….

well….

I guess…

that brings me to my best sale EVER!

For 4 days only, I’m hosting a BOGO (buy one, get one) sale here at SG Photography.  That means, you can purchase a gift for yourself and get another one for a friend, FOR FREE!  WAHOO!!  Once my 4 day BOGO sale ends, you can still purchase single certificates and receive 25% off until December 2nd.  THEN IT’S ALL OVER.  GONE.  FINITO.

Get in on the deal NOW!  Tell all your friends!

FINE PRINT:  Must use Paypal or make sure I receive payment by end of sale to receive the discount. Sale only applies to 2012 sessions.  Limit 3 sessions/gift certificates per household.  Send money with note giving the mailing address to shannongurneyphoto-at-yahoo-dot-com.

Now, for the details!

I know.  I haven’t been around here for a VERY LONG time, but I’m finally catching up with life and getting back in work mode.  We are officially all moved into the new house (pics coming soon).  I have tons of decorating to do and absolutely NO decorating know how.  Feel free to send help or suggestions.  I’m a little overwhelmed by it all.

Before I get started blogging this new year, I’d like to refresh my memory with all the great times I’ve had in 2010.  So, without further ado.

Here is 2010 in review!

JANUARY

FEBRUARY

MARCH

APRIL

MAY

JUNE

Are you on photo overload yet?  I hope not, because I’m only halfway through the year!  Tomorrow, I’ll start with July!    Happy Tuesday!  I’ve missed you guys!

Oh, for the record, I’m booking for Spring!  Better get your calls in, especially if you want weekend days!

AND, since I’m in such a spectacular mood today, I want to share the love with all of you!

For TODAY and TOMORROW only, I’ll be selling 2011 family sessions at 40% off. All you need to do is send me a quick email letting me know which session you’d like.  Then, PRE-PAY to receive your discount.  Sessions must be booked no later than March 31st and completed by September 1st.  The discount only applies to children/family sessions.

A photography gift certificate is the PERFECT LAST MINUTE GIFT!!!  Buy your loved ones a gift that will last a lifetime.  Email now!!

I have a WINNER for the FREE STANDARD SESSION in 2011!

You wanna know who it is?

Do ya?

Okay, okay…without any further rambling by me.  The winner of the FREE Standard Session is….

this pretty girl’s momma!

Congratulations, Ashley Snovel!

I swear,  you are one lucky gal!  Remind me to have you order all my concert tickets from now on!

I’ve been taking it easy this weekend and eating lots of fattening food.  Believe it or not, I took off the ENTIRE weekend and I’m so glad I did!  I had tons of fun relaxing and actually enjoying my holiday weekend.  Unlike all of you, I didn’t decorate for Christmas since I’m not actually in my house yet.  I’m crossing my fingers we make it in BEFORE Christmas and hopefully in enough time to put up a tree.  Please, send a few prayers our way.  I know the boys would LOVE to have a real tree this year and not some piddly 3 footer that fits in a trailer house.

I had a killer BLACK FRIDAY sale as some of my best clients discovered.  I’m super excited to be seeing all of you in 2011. Congrats on getting in on a spectacular deal!  I’ll be announcing the WINNER of the Black Friday FREE SESSION giveaway later today!

Today is Cyber Monday…

and I would hate to disappoint you by not doing anything exciting.  Plus, I really LOVE a good sale.  For each of you, today, who are willing to PRE-PAY for your 2011 session or purchase a gift certificate for someone you love, you’ll be receiving a great discount.  All you need to do is BUY ONE session and you’ll get another one (of equal value) HALF OFF! Yep!  I’m having a BOGO sale!  Cool beans, dude!

So, shoot me an email if you need assistance with Paypal.  I’ll be happy to send you a money request to help you out.  If you’d rather not use Paypal, you are welcome to send a check through the snail mail or deliver it in person.  Just remember, if mailed, the check has to go out TODAY.  Payment needs to be in my hands no later than Thursday.  Happy Cyber Monday!

Now, on to the Benefields and their fabulous sneak peek!

Ride on, Cowboys, to victory!

In just a few minutes, it’ll be Thanksgiving Day and because I’m SO thankful for all of you, my wonderful clients and friends, I’m posting my Black Friday sale a day early!  I’m also giving you a quick update on the house we’re building, because I’m so thankful to finally be getting a house I love and might actually be able to afford!  So, take a look at a cool house, get in on an awesome sale, and eat lots and lots of turkey today.  Don’t forget to take time to enjoy the beauty of this wonderful season and soak in the warmth of amazing family and friends.

AND…while you’re eating lots of turkey, remember I love you all.  I’m so grateful you let me document and preserve your memories year after year.  It is an honor to be in your lives and a pleasure to serve you and your family.  I consider you the very best of friends!

Happy Thanksgiving!

Black Friday Special!!

EVERY pre-paid session or gift certificate receives 40% off.  Plus, your payment puts you in a drawing to win a FREE standard session. Everyone who shares the link to this sale or the sale information on your Facebook/blog OR sends a pre-paid referral my way will be entered into the drawing!!!

Start NOW!…

Be sure to send me a note explaining how you shared the info!

FINE PRINT:  Discount does not apply to senior sessions or maternity sessions. Must use Paypal or make sure I receive payment by Saturday to receive the discount. Sale only applies to 2011 sessions.  Limit 3 sessions/gift certificates per family.

Whew!  That’s done.  Moving on to my favorite part – THE GURNEY HOUSE!!  Painting is complete and cabinets are stained!

Gift Certificates are now on SALE for 25% off.  These make awesome gifts, but work great for saving yourself a little money, too.  I have many clients EVERY year who purchase these to use later.  It’s a great way to save money off your session!

Certificates can be purchased using Paypal, cash, or check.  Just make sure your check gets to me before the cutoff date. 

Wow.  I’m really behind, aren’t I.

Things have been really busy around here since then.  The outside of our home is nearly complete -  painting still to be done, concrete, and porches.  The sheet-rock is up on the inside, along with much of the trim.  My awesome copper, farmhouse sink is here and ready to be installed.  We’ve ordered our appliances and our contemplating washers and dryers.  Do people LOVE or HATE the front loaders?  I’ve been getting such mixed messages!  I can totally get by with the washer/dryer I have now, but it’d be nice to have some new ones.  It’s just so confusing!

The front door was installed yesterday, but still needs a stain, along with all the painting to be done on the trim and siding outside.  The trim will be a dark chocolate brown and the siding will be a lighter taupe color.

Our geothermal wells have been drilled.  Electric lines have been run. We have well water.  Now, we are simply waiting on the aerobic septic and a few finish-ups in the technical stuff that I try not to think about.  That’s Josh’s job, right?

We do have the 8×8 Oak beams for the front and back porches ready to go up.  BUT, that won’t happen until the concrete is poured.  Come on, already!  Oh, I nearly forgot, we’re missing a garage door, too!  It has been ordered!  You didn’t think we’d leave that ugly one up, did you?

I love how our red windows turned out!  The rock looks spectacular and we’re in love with our brick!  No, really.  IN LOVE!

Here are some views of the inside in progress…

Kitchen cabinets

Wide-angle view of the great room from the kitchen – the ceiling beams are up and the fireplace is finished.  We are still waiting on the walnut that will go up on the ceiling.

Wide-angle view of the great room from the back door.  I love how the entry way turned out.  It’s going to look so cool coming in from the front door.

Standing in the great room looking toward the office, front door, dining room/kitchen.  Notice the barrel entryway!!  AWESOME!!

Okay, that’s it for now.

Our trailer is officially FOR SALE – $12,500 OBO It will make an awesome lake trailer.  If you know someone who is looking for a reasonably priced mobile home in SUPER COOL shape, send them my way.  Here are a few pics of what I’ve been living in for the last two years!  Keep in mind, it’s nice, but there are 4 of us.   Two boys…RIGHT OFF THE LIVING ROOM!