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Cesar Millan Gives 4th of July & Fireworks Advice for Dog Owners

As many of my clients know I am a big fan of Cesar Millan.  He has brought back public awareness that proper dog training and exercise is vital to a dogs & their family's well being.  As many who have watched his show see, he spends as much time "training" the owners as the dogs.

Yesterday my dogs, Callaway & Uta for the first time were terrified to go out.  The occasional firework was being let off in the neighborhood.  They both have been so anxious.  It doesn't help that Cal & Uta are both "in season".......with the hormones surging, they always get a little goofy then.

This morning I get this insightful email and link from Cesar Millan about the 4th and dogs.  I had to share it.

Did you know that "more dogs are lost on Independence Day than any other day"????  The loud sounds of the fireworks trigger the nervous system of the dog, making them nervous and afraid.  "Running away from noise is a survival mechanism."

Cesar urges dog owners to:

• Take your dog for a LONG walk BEFORE celebrating.  Make sure you get them exhausted!
• Keep a close eye on your dog during the holiday.
• All dogs should be wearing identification with name, address & phone.
• And of course Cesar's famous words -- "Maintain calm and assertive energy."

For more information from Cesar, go to:  Cesar's tips for the 4th of July

Today I Got the Keys to my New Photography Studio!!!

YES!  You read right.  I am hoping to be opening my doors in the next month.  

My studio will be located at:

646 S. Arthur Ave., Unit C
Arlington Hts, IL
Located in the Sign Central building

The new space is great, a reception/viewing room and a very large camera room with 14' high ceilings. My new space -- BEFORE photos.  Soon we will starting the build out.

It was a heartbreak when the first studio located in DesPlaines didn't pan out.  The City of DesPlaines would not approve a photography studio in that building.  I was really hoping I could go for a Special Use Permit or Text Amendment, however I did not get support from the Community Development Dept or the Zoning board in DesPlaines.  The property was misrepresented to me by the leasing company that the building was zoned for a photography studio when it was NOT.

Pure Joy!

On this little darlings face.

I am STILL under the weather.....ugh.  Now I have lost my voice and still extremely fatigued.  

And this is when I know a photo session is over.  This image cracked me up!!!!

Seeing Double!

These precious newborn identical twin boys melted my heart.  They get a lot of lovin' in their home from their parents, Grandma Barb & three older brothers.  There is a lot more..........be patient Michelle.

 

 

The Most Amazing Blue Eyes AND

The sweetest personality.  Just like his mommy.  I will post more in the next few days.

I am STILL recuperating. So I've got tons of catching up to do. I've been to the doctors and now on meds.  After everything, yesterday I then developed a painful ear infection......ouch.  It's a real treat to swallow food and lay down. Sorry to be so brief, I have got to rest again.

Down with the Flu.....ugh!

Thank goodness now and not on the day of the wedding did I come down with this.  This has knocked me off my feet with 102 fever, body aches, chills and cold symptoms. 

Alissa & Brittany edited a few images for me since I am feeling so poorly.  Thanks!  I'm lovin' what I am seeing......your work is stunning.

There is very strict copyright laws forbidding posting another photographers work.  I have both Alissa and Brittany's permission to do so for my blog ONLY.  PLEASE do NOT copy these images in any form without the permission of the photographer.

This image of Jay moved me to tears.  Alissa captured his expression when he first saw Amanda walking down the aisle.

 

What a Wedding Celebration!

Introducing the new Mr. & Mrs. Breitsameter......
 

My middle son, Jay and his lovely bride Amanda.

The beautiful wedding ceremony was presided by Reverend Bernie Pietrazak of St. Raymonds Church.  We have had numerous compliments what a lovely wedding ceremony it was.  Then everywhere in the church and the reception were adorned with exquisite wedding flowers designed by The Flower Studio.  The celebration continued at Maggiano's with dinner & dancing.  Let me tell you that was one full dance floor!  Almost everyone was dancing to the music of DJ -- Edward O'Dea.

Only one clinched happened for the day...........the trolley never showed up to pick up the bride & bridesmaids at the hotel 30 minutes from the church.  Then they never came to pick up the groom & groomsmen either.  Finally London Limos LTD sent an old, oil burning, dirty, blue trolley!  The bride barely made it on time for the ceremony.  There was some VERY tense moments there.  Do NOT EVER hire London Limos LTD!  They get a 2 thumbs down!

The wedding photographers, Alissa Brickman and Brittany Merrifeld did a FABULOUS job capturing the days celebration.  Very professional, creative and so pleasurable to be photographed by.   I am singing their praises from the rooftop.

Sometime soon I will be starting new with a revamped BLOG.  There will also be another link which can found on my website too.  I will post lots more in the weeks to follow of the wedding.  I have been given permission from the photographers to post their images.

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Hardly a Moment to Post!

I am way, way behind with everything. My son and darling Amanda are getting married this Saturday........4 whole days away. 

This image from a recent session of 2 great kids reflects exactly how I am feeling these days.  WooooHoooo!