BLACK SATURDAY SPECIAL

BLACK SATURDAY - November 26th - SUPPORT SMALL BUSINESSES TODAY! Take an extra 10% off my Holiday Family Special package if booked and prepaid today between 12 noon and 12 midnight. New appointments only. Can be redeemed through January 15, 2012. Credit card sales through PAYPAL. $220.00 (includes tax). Message me for more details.

BLACK FRIDAY SPECIAL

BLACK FRIDAY- November 25th - SUPPORT SMALL BUSINESSES A DAY EARLY! Take an extra 10% off my Holiday Family Special package if booked and prepaid on Black Friday, between 7-11 AM. New customers only. Credit card sales through PAYPAL only. $220.00 (includes tax). Contact me with any questions.

HAPPY THANKSGIVING

Best wishes for a safe and happy holiday. May your blessings be many, your troubles be few!

5 IMPORTANT SENTENCES

I don't know who created these and I'm not trying to take credit for it. I just want to share it. Because it is definitely food for thought. And I love my country and want to see it keeping going forever.

1. You cannot legislate the poor into prosperity by legislating the wealthy out of prosperity.

2. What one person receives without working for, another person must work for without receiving.

3. The government cannot give to anybody anything that the government does not first take from somebody else.

4. You cannot multiply wealth by dividing it!

5. When half of the people get the idea that they do not have to work because the other half is going to take care of them, and when the other half gets the idea that it does no good to work because somebody else is going to get what they work for, that is the beginning of the end of any nation.

WHAT A STORY! - CAN YOU HELP??

Do you have a blind spot
for pooch with guide dog?

Friends forever ... blind Lily and her guide dog Maddison play in the park

Ross Parry

LIFE has been ruff for blind Great Dane Lily who has been looking for a new home since July.

But the adorable pooch needs a new owner with a heart big enough to take on her AND her guide dog Maddison.

The pair have been furm friends for five years, ever since Lily lost her eyes to an incurable condition which caused her eyelashes to grow into her eyeballs.

The orbs became so damaged vets had to remove them.

After the operation brave Lily, 6, had no time to paws and feel sorry for herself because a new pal in Maddison, 7, took the sightless hound under her wing.

The devoted dog leads Lily around when they are out, walking close to her and touching her to let the blind pooch know where to go.

Sadly the owners of the inseparable pair could no longer cope with looking after them.

The hounds have been waiting to be re-homed at the Dogs Trust in Shrewsbury, Shropshire since July.

Close ... they have been inseparable for the past five years

Ross Parry

Centre manager Louise Cabell said: "Maddison is Lily's guide dog, she is a support method to her.

"If they are out and about, for the majority of the time Maddison will lead and Lily will walk nearly touching her so she knows where to go.

"It's lovely to watch. Maddison is very thoughtful and is always looking out for her.

"With her lack of sight, Lily's other senses have heightened so, although we don't split them up often, she can tell if Maddison is nearby."

Relaxing ... The dogs take a rest together

Ross Parry

The two also cuddle at night.

"They curl up together to go to sleep and they are very vocal with each other.

"Lily does all the things that normal dogs do and if you saw her from a distance you wouldn't even realise she was blind."

The Dogs Trust are worried that potential owners will be put off because they come as a pair.

Blind ... Lily lost her eyes when she was just 18-months-old

Ross Parry

Although the dogs are a big responsibility, Louise says: "These are two lovely big girls who deserve to live out the rest of their lives together in comfort."

The Dogs Trust care for about 16,000 dogs every year.

Anyone interested in re-homing Lily and Maddison can contact Dogs Trust Shrewsbury on 01952 770225 or visit www.dogstrust.org./rehoming

Gorgeous ... The pair tire themselves out running around

NEW BORN: DANA-MARIE PICTURES

They can now be viewed at my website at www.sharonmcclungphotography.com under client viewing.

ONE MORE DAY!!

Only one more day until the Christ the Good Shepherd Fall Festival!! Don't miss it!! Fun for all!! (See previous posts for more information!)

See you there!!

COUNTDOWN - 4 MORE DAYS TIL FESTIVAL!!

SATURDAY - Oct. 22nd 11 am -4 pm
Christ the Good Shepherd Fall Festival
18511 Klein Church Road, Spring

Fun for all! International food, vendors and craft booths, vintage cars, haunted house, bake sale, silent auction, live auction, spaghetti supper and a raffle on a 2012 Ford Mustang!!

Bring out the family and have a great time!!

See you there!

THE COUNTDOWN TIL SATURDAY - 6 MORE DAYS!!

The countdown begins to the Christ the Good Shepherd Fall Festival.

SAVE THE DATE - October 22nd 11 am - 4 pm

18511 Klein Church Road, Spring, TX

Fun for the whole family - international food, bake sale, silent auction, live auction, craft booths and vendors, spaghetti supper, vintage cars, haunted house. PLUS - raffle on a 2012 Ford Mustang! Check the parish website for more details! www.cgsccdogh.org

SEE YOU THERE!!

LOOK! - MORE FALL FESTIVALS !!

I will be a vendor at both of these fall festivals. Please stop by and say hi.

Oct. 22nd - Christ the Good Shepherd Fall Festival, 10 am -4 pm, 18511 Klein Church Road, Spring, TX - lots of fun, international food, craft booths and vendors, music, vintage cars, silent auction and Haunted House, followed by speaghetti supper and live auction. 2012 Mustang and gift certificates being raffled off. Contact the parish to get your tickets now. Something for the entire family! Check it out at http://www.cgsccdogh.org/

Oct. 29th - Cypress Creek EMS Fall Festival , 10am - 3pm, 7111 Five Forks Drive, Spring, TX (My booth will be inside) Off Steubner Airline, north of Louetta. I will begiving away four (4) gift certificates for discounts on photo sessions. Cypress Creek EMS will offer free health screenings, free car seat inspections, a safety bike rodeo, lots of fun for kids and many vendors. Check it out at http://www.ccems.com/event/_CCEMS_Craft_Market_and_Health_Fair

NEWBORN: DANA-MARIE

Completed a newborn session with a precious 9-day old baby girl. She was not a happy camper with all the lights and clothing changes (wait til she's a teenager - that will change!!), but we still managed to get some really great shots, including "Baby's First Halloween" shots. Check back in a few days for a preview and check my website for her complete gallery in about a week.

Want to schedule your newborn's pictures? The first 2 weeks of life are like no other time in a baby's life. Contact me for more details!

FESTIVAL ALL OVER

Today's Fall Festival is over! Wow! It was a great day and the weather cooperated - sort of - it was hot but there was a nice breeze for part of the day. All my gift certificates were claimed. Devorha won the gift certificate for a free photo session! Congratulations Devorha! Carol and Alice won gift certificates worth 50% off a photo session. And Trina, Anne, and Rosanna won gift certificates worth 25% off a photo session. Congratulations to all of you and thanks for stopping by to say hi! I will look forward to working with you in the near future.

The day was an unqualified SUCCESS!!

For those who couldn't make it today, stay tuned. There are more festivals coming up and you will have a chance at winning a gift certificate at another festival at the end of October!

DON'T FORGET - TOMORROW!!!

Don't forget to come visit the Fall Festival tomorrow! Look forward to seeing you there!

FALL FESTIVAL THIS SATURDAY

Don't miss it!!

The 3rd Annual Chick-Fil-A Fall Festival, from 10-3, at Kuykendahl and FM2920 in the Lowe's parking lot. Lots of fun for the whole family!

PLUS - I will be giving away 6 gift certificates with great savings, so if you get there early you may have a chance to walk home with a super duper deal!

Check it out! http://www.houstonwahms.org/festival

Looking forward to seeing you there!!

URGENT! - HELP NEEDED! FIRE!

Just found this post from a friend in Facebook. Please help if you can! Fire is so devestating!!

URGENT NEED for horse transport for evacuation in Bastrop County, TX. Barns that were used to house evacuees are now in the fire's path. Rt 304 still open both ways. Anyone in the area who can help, please call Beth at 512-467-4893 or Rachel at 512-581-2940 . There at least 43 horses in immediate need at their rescue, surely there will be more. **Please cross post!!**

By the Dawn's Early Light

HAPPY 4th of JULY!

May you have a safe and happy July 4th holiday weekend. And while you get into your celebrations please remember the men and women in uniform who have fought - and continue to fight - so that we may have our freedom. Say an extra prayer for them on our country's birthday!

GOD BLESS AMERICA!

HAPPY FATHER'S DAY

Happy Father's Day to all the dads out there. Hope you have a great day.

MILITARY DEPLOYMENT

Are you, or someone you know, being deployed? I have a special program for deploying military and their families. Available in north Harris and south Montgomery counties. Call for details.

Available Session Time this Sunday

I have an opening this Sunday, June 12th, at 2 p.m. for a Father's Day full photo session (or other type session). (Or I can do 2 mini-sessions, one at 2 and the other at 2:45.) Great opportunity to remember the dad or grandad in your life. Email me for details and to reserve a spot.

Martial Arts

Recent photos shoot with Courtney Rose as she moves through some Tae Kwon Do moves. This is just one example.

FATHER'S DAY PHOTOS

Some photos from recent Father's Day shoot. There is still time to honor dad with his own photos for Father's Day. Contact me for package details.

FINE ART

For those photographers interested in promoting your fine art, check this out.

RECENT FAMILY SHOOT ENDED WITH A BIG SPLASH !

At the end of a recent family shoot, the family decided to all jump in the pool! I loved it! - it was a fantastic ending to a great shoot! Here is the sequence!

Chick Fil-A Carnival Tomorrow!

Come join the fun at the annual Chick Fil-A Spring Carnival, corner of Kuykendahl and Louetta, in the Lowe's parking lot. I will be there along with many other vendors! - you're sure to find something that meets your fancy (besides photography, that is!!)

Check out the website and bring the family on out for the fun.

http://www.houstonwahms.org/carnival

Stop by my booth and pick up a discount coupon on a future photo session. And SENIORS - I am taking apps for 2012 Senior Reps. Come find out more info about this senior photography opportunity!!

See you there!!

SADIE

Some recent photos of a beautiful young lady in Brenham. We made the most out of a minimum amount of bluebonnets. Let me know what you think.

MOTHER'S DAY-FATHER'S DAY PHOTOS

Mother's Day is just around the corner but it is never too late to plan for a family photo session in honor of mom. Father's Day is not too far off either, and I have a fun shoot session just for dads and sons. Don't wait - call now for details and to book your time!

ADOPT A GREYHOUND IN APRIL !

April is Adopt-A-Greyhound month! Many of you know that I have been on a greyhound kick since the early 90's. I have adopted several and fostered a few others. There is nothing like a greyhound!

If you think you might be interested in adopting one of these very lovable and laid-back dogs, you can contact Greyhound Pets of America/Houston online at
gpahouston.org or call them at 713-776-3804. Online there are photos of currently-available dogs and you can read about the adoption process.

GPAH has many activities for both you and your greyt, including storefronts, in which prospective adopters can meet and greet some of the breed.

Contact GPAH or email me for additional information.

Being owned my a greyhound is one of the most precious things in your life.

Here is a picture of my current adoptee, Onyx.

BLUEBONNET WEEKEND

This is my bluebonnet weekend photo special. There are still some spots available for Sunday afternoon. Don't let the season get away from you without making some memories with a professional photography session. Contact me for details and available times.

BLUEBONNET PHOTOGRAPHS

It's springtime again! It's bluebonnet time!

And it's time for bluebonnet portraits again.

I will be scheduling sessions the weekend of April 2-3rd. Two packages available. Prices range from $250 - $299. Or build your own package starting at $199.00. 30-40 minute sessions held in the Brenham area. Exact location provided in advance.

Mini sessions (15-20 minutes) are available for $100 and include one (1) 5x7 and social media image.

All clients will have an online gallery to brag about to their friends!

Bring the kids, the dogs, the parents, the grandparents! Come celebrate springtime in Texas and let me help you make your memories of a super fun day!

HAPPY ST. PATRICK'S DAY!

May the road rise to meet you
May the wind be ever at your back
And until we meet again
May God hold you in the palm of His hand.

- An Irish Blessing

THE MANY FACES OF KAYLEE

Kaylee, 3 years old, shot yesterday, provided an array of facial expressions and emotions. I loved shooting her!! Here are some of the photos. More will be posted eventually on my website so keep checking back.

Christina

Some photos of Christina, taken a few weeks ago.

SENIOR PORTRAITS

It's time again to think about booking your senior portrait sessions now. Individual and buddy sessions both available. Buddies can split the fee and walk away with the same number of prints!: 2 - 8x10's, 2 - 5x7's, 2 - 4x6's and 3 social networking files. Multiple clothing changes ok. Sessions usually last 1-2 hours depending on the number of people. One parent must accompany each senior. Call to schedule your session now. If booked before March 7th, take an extra $25.00 off total session fee!

MACI

Some of Maci's pictures from last weekend. You can check out more on my Facebook Fan Page - Sharon McClung Photography and "Like" if you do!

MADELINE

Some photos of Madeline taken in downtown Houston last weekend.