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Yesterday I sat down with me, myself and I and reflected on 2010 and attempted to scribble down some goals for 2011. What an incredible year it has been for us. We continue stand humbled and in awe of the vehicle our cameras have been to transport us around the world. Our lenses have been graced by the beauty of Greece, New York (twice), Banff, Canada; Australia; New Zealand; Vegas; Maryland, Idaho, Chicago; Moab, Utah; Durango, CO; Oklahoma; Maui (twice); Rhode Island; Oregon; & California more times than we can count.
This year we became proud first time home buyers and we were glowing as we picked up the keys to our first home together here in Seattle. We hosted our first international workshop in Australia. The Smilebooth took her maiden voyage with us this year and has become a fun little part of our family. We won some cool awards for our work this year and have some weddings featured in some rad magazines in the coming months, so look out on the stands. We took on a new fantastic intern, Dorothy & have another one (Asharae) joining the fam in January. Although I didn't reach my goal of reading 40 books this year, I did read close to 30... which I can still be proud of, after all, it's not quantity it's quality eh? (at least that's what I keep telling myself) ;)
One of my favorite parts about this year has been how we were intentional about carving out time for our personal projects. It's the first year we have made an intentional effort to shoot for ourselves even when we are too busy to think straight. It has truly increased my quality of life and challenged me in ways I didn't think possible. I am so insanely grateful for the doors this year has opened to us and the beautiful people we have met along the way. Most times I catch myself pinching myself amidst it all. I don't take a lick of it for granted. I know what it is like to be in a job that doesn't feed the soul, to sit in a cube and feel trapped with a little light at the end of the tunnel. I was there just a handful of years ago. So I try to remain in state of awe, understanding that my life is a great gift of immense grace. Chris and I work very hard and pull lots of 80+ hour weeks, but that by no means means we deserve anything in this life. Each day is a gift from God. Each person that I call a friend is a gift, each day I get to pick up my camera, a gift; each of my wonderful blog readers is a gift. I mean that. Your words and support are incredible to us, so Thank you from the bottom of my heart. To our wonderful clients who have made this year spectacular for us... Thank YOU. You are just plain incredible people. We love each of you to pieces. Thank you for always trusting us and for being ridiculously amazing. So we bid you adieu 2010!
here are a handful of random shots from 2010 in no particular order I can't do these "favorites and best-of" lists so I just chose at random :) looking forward to another year where I stand amazed in 2011!
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Sarah/Chris: I'm so incredibly impressed at how gorgeous each and every one of these photos are- what an inspiration. Hope that 2011 brings you as many beautiful adventures together!
All from last year?? INCREDIBLE. Every single shot is gorgeous. Congrats on a seriously epic year. Excited to see what you two do next year!
Haven't seen the playing cards one before and absolutely think it's fantastic. Ahhhhhh your'e so fun! Thank you for the inspiration last year, and I'm so excited to keep watching for more in 2011!
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Sarah after all these years you still inspire me. Thank you for sharing!
Beautiful review of an inspiring year! Your comments about making time for personal projects (even when life is so busy) is one of my key goals for the year ahead. Grace to you as you start a new year.
My goodness, you have some amazing talent! I always look forward to reading/looking at your blog for inspiration and hope!
Thank you so much for sharing!
~Jessica
SO AMAZING!!! Thank you!
I'm not sure 2011 can top 2010! Your photos are so amazing, Sarah and will always bring me back to this year with a smile ;-)
amazing images coming straight from the heart. Love.
Happy New Year Rhoads! xo
:) as usual, I am smiling ear to ear
Thanks for everything you do and for being an inspiration to me. It's really encouraging to see people not falling into a rut where they're comfortable enough. I think I'll try to take up doing more personal projects this coming year.
Keep up the amazing work! I get excited very time I see a new post pop up in my reader. God bless.
I absolutely adore the first image (and all that follow). Thanks for being an inspiration this year. Be blessed in the twenty eleven... :)
Simply awesome ...
To say that you are inspiring would be an understatement. To say I don't love every image is a lie. You guys are phenomenal and I can't thank you enough for sharing you heart, words and images with the world - it is a better place for it. Blessings to you both in 2011!
What a gorgeous body of work and an incredible list of adventures! Thank you for sharing your 2010 journey, and wishing you an amazing 2011! All the best to you both!! :)
What a gorgeous body of work and an incredible list of adventures! Thank you for sharing your 2010 journey, and wishing you an amazing 2011! All the best to you both!! :)
I must say this is one of the few blogs I take time to comment on because your words are genuine and so inspiring, your photos full of life and emotions. Be blessed next year!
love you guys, these words, and these photos. to another amazing year in 2011 -- cheers!!
A-M-A-ZING. each photo has such a story and feeling behind it, i wish i had time in my day to just sit here and let each one sink in and appreciate the beauty of each individual one. these are just stunning!!!!
A-M-A-ZING. each photo has such a story and feeling behind it, i wish i had time in my day to just sit here and let each one sink in and appreciate the beauty of each individual one. these are just stunning!!!!
Well, I've only discovered your work and I have to simply say that you deserve every accolade and wonderful thing that's come to you. Your work is spectacular and there is a certain spirit to it that tends to put it over the edge, for me at least.
Keep it up, you two are an inspiration.
You are such an inspiration! Thank you for everything you've give us in 2010. I look forward to spending 2011 with you (even if only on the interwebs)!
You guys are such an inspiration. Not only your images but your words. Thank you so much for sharing. Happy new year!
That's one potent dose straight to the blood stream!!! I continue to be a raving fan. Great year...I'm sure you are in a state of gratitude for all of it. I'm looking forward to what 2011 brings you both.
What an amazing set of pictures and a wonderful tribute to 2010. You've been a constant source of inspiration for me this year so thank you so much for that.
All the very best in 2011.
Lovely. Amazing to see how you can fit one whole year into photos. You've done some incredible things and I've enjoyed seeing where this gift is taking you. Here's to an even better 2011!
amazing.
this year in review, words and images, are just extraordinary girl. you are such a gift to us all sarah. happy new year!!! xoxo
Thank YOU for being so gosh darn inspirational.. in your words and your amazing images! :)
The Joy and beauty and sweet experiences through your lens is a life full of meaning and wonder- Thank you for sharing your Passion-Cheers to 2010 and Hello 2011!!
Thank YOU for being so gosh darn inspirational.. in your words and your amazing images :)
What an awesome post. You are so inspiring, I hope I get to be where you are someday.