JEAN B. INSPIRED

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So excited to move from my travelers to my Mini Happy planner. I have been wanting to try the mini for a long time now and finally purchased one and the accessories I wanted for it. • New planner, Wedding Anniversary and some fun photog and business projects this month. I can’t wait for all that March has to offer. • Now, THIS is what a new year feels like. #marchnewyear #mynewyear #januarywho . . . . . #minihappyplanner #jeanbplans #meandmybigideas #plannermom #bwwpc #intentionalliving #picsandpaperhappyplanner

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I normally plan on Sunday... actually let’s be honest I always plan to plan on Sundays but sometimes it doesn’t happen to Monday and even Tuesday’s on some weeks. • Caught up on my inbox after being off Friday so I am setting a timer for 15 mins to braindump and plan out the rest of my week. . . #solplanner #beforethepen #braindump #planningmode #bwwpc #settingpriorities #intentionalliving #plannerbabes #jeanbplans

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01.23.18 | Real Talk... • Having a conversation with a friend today and I was saying how I get so discouraged at times because I struggle with marketing my photog business. I’m not a Sales person and I struggle talking up my work. So when the few ideas or plans I make to market myself showup in another business owners website or social media pages, I immediately get discouraged and refuse to run my promo because I never want to feel like I’m stealing or copying. • Today it happened again and I felt defeated... telling myself, “See, You can’t do this.” or “Too Late, you missed your opportunity.” • I had to take a step back and ask me self. Do you REALLY want this? Then go after it. Then I started remembering advice I heard in a few different places and made a CHOICE to do it anyway, my way! • Because... 1. It wasn’t a brand new idea when they did it or when you thought about it, so why can’t you do it? 2. Stop speaking these fears into existence! Speak positively about yourself! 3. Why don’t you look at this as confirmation that you are on the right track, that you DO know what you need to do next, that this is obviously a proven non icky way to market and grow your business. 4. You have the CHOICE to change and you can blame anyone later for YOUR choice to do something or to not do something. • We have to change our language, how we think, speak and talk about ourself. Do your work, be genuine and transparent and know that you got this!!! Stop looking for and making excuses because the only person you are hurting is yourself. • #cheerforyourself #doyouboo #goforit #beshameless #lifeofaphotographer #ItHasntBeenDoneByYou #photoglife #thisisreallife #ifyouwantitgogetit #bgwac #queenphotogs #jeanbphotography (at USC Horseshoe)

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01.22.18 | Teach Them to Be Kind Yesterday, my 5yr old daughter Rhyann and I met up with my friend Sasha Q. Who is a Portrait Photographer here in the upstate and she specializes in Kids photography. My little girl is very introverted but in front of the camera, she is charismatic and in her element. She loves it. When she got her pictures back she couldn't wait to share them with everyone. Including her teacher. We put her hair in a ponytail this morning but unlike the braid or bun, she normally has she asked to leave it out. As I walked her into the class she was all smiles and rushing to her teacher when I heard two little girls laugh and say "Oh my GOD, YOUR hair is CRAZY!" Rhyann didn't hear it because the focus was on her teacher. As I was showing the images to her teacher you could still hear the little girls repeating it over and over, "your hair is crazy, your hair is crazy." By this point, I am getting upset and I see Rhyann look back trying to figure out if they are speaking to her and then notice her smoothe her hand down her ponytail. The teacher realized what was going on and corrected the girl and made her be quiet. Trying to be an adult I didn't let my emotions get the best of me. I gave Rhyann her breakfast & a kiss and told her she was beautiful as I walked out. I know the teacher will handle it if it occurs again, but at the same time, it makes me sad for her. I know what that feels like. To be made fun of for traits and attributes that you love about yourself. To have girls and boys be mean to you, just because they can. It sucks, but I really need us as parents to do better with teaching our children about saying negative things to people. Also, in watching how we talk about others in front of them. I am not perfect by any means but this was a reminder to not be that person. I will continue to teach mine to be kind but to stand up for herself. Also to know that when people make fun of you it's just them projecting their own insecurities on you. Photo Credit @sashaqphotography #bekindtooneanother #teachourkidskindness #honestlyparents #luvyourmane #kiddycurls #naturalhairkids #thefreespiritedchild #mhckids

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My coworkers just think I am crazy when they see my Planners spread on my desk, lol. In the past I have been bad about planning my weeks and never barely looking at them. So now, as a part of my routine when I get in the office I take out my planner and notebook and open them both up on my desk. No more #outofsightoutofmind and then wondering why I missed important task or even appointments. Just a little commentary on this spread from last week. I messed up the dates because I’m using a Sunday start instead of my regular Monday start. So I used some stickers to cover them. I was a little disappointed that I messed up my new planner but I quickly got over myself and got busy planning. FYI... I got this one free for referring 3 people to use and purchase @passionplanner . I really do love them. If you are on the fence try their free printable pages. Not sponsored I just really like their planners! 😍 #passionplanner #pashfam #plannerlifessentials

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Just thinking about these 2018 goals for me and my Sissy!!! 😝 #fiveyearoldproblems #kidgoals

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So happy I can start using my new #deskpadcalendar from the #targetdollarspot. Only $3 😊🤗 • I will be using this as a central place for family events, kids sports, appointments and other things to help keep our house running smooth. With 4 kids at home two playing basketball year round and 2 little ones about to start gymnastics it’s a lot to keep up with. It also helps my husband to see my photog jobs on a big calendar so we can plan for weekend games. • I will be hanging it on the wall with clips and some command hooks. . . . . . #jeanbplans #momlife #organizedliving #plannermom #bwwpc #plannercommunity #planneraddict #plannerlove #plannerlife #plannergirl #planwithme #functionalplanning

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01.02.18 | Everything Has Purpose ______ Life never just happens. There is always divine reasons behind it all. You may not believe it but I do. I don’t live with regrets because in all my life’s experiences, it shaped me and taught me something new about others, life or myself! The key to every situation good and less than perfect is to learn from it. Knowledge isn’t just something you magically acquire. You have to really be open to accepting the message being given and use it to make changes in your life. __________ #beinspireddaily #learnandgrow #noregretsever #blessedmonday #everythinghaspurpose

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I’m so excited to work through this cookbook. The recipes are healthy and simple fresh ingredients! • Changing my lifestyle this year and cutting certain food from my diet has been great for my overall health. I still have a ways to go but the lbs lost (10) and the overall feeling and energy I have is enough to keep me pushing forward and to continue to replace “bad” food with healthy options. • It doesn’t hurt having amazing friends and family that support your changes. This is the second cookbook I’ve been gifted this year and I really appreciate the love and encouragement from my family!!! • #happycooking #thugkitchen #eattolive #eatwelllivewell #almostvegan

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#ForgottenSpread __________ I never shared this spread from the week before I went on vacation. As you can see I did not get that meal plan filled out. • Normally The 6am-9am slots are filled in as “getting ready” or “commute” since I don’t need reminders in my planner for that I used some of my @meandmybigideas stickers to create a top 3 area and make better use of that space. I know there are some sticker shops out there that sell #passionplannerstickers if you have any favs please share. • I played around with adding some work (9-5) meetings to my planner. This planner is normally reserved for personal and Photog business. • Going to do better with sharing #weeklyspreads and other #plannerpages and what worked it didn’t work for me. . . . . . #passionplanner #bwwpc #picsandpaperpashplan #plannercommunity #jeanbplans #planneraddict #plannerlove #plannerlife #pashfam #plannergirl #planwithme #pashfam #meandmybigideas #functionalplanning #classicpassionplanner #momlife #plannermom

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Just another chill saturday...

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"Torah is the direction one should take in life, wisdom is to DO Torah."

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I’m too excited to use my new #eatWELL menu planner from @inkwellpress . It arrived in the mail today and is freaking cute and most importantly... #functional !!! I can’t wait to start using it. But with all things it’s going to take a little courage to make the first mark in it. 😱 • Check out my flip through in my stories. . . . #jeanbplans #functionalplanning #mealplanning #mealplanner #mealprepdaily #plannerfix #plannercommunity #plannerbabes #inkwellpressplanner #bwwpc #picsandpaperIWP (at South Carolina)

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10.16.17 - A H e a l t h i e r M e __________ Lately I have been posting a lot of food in my stories or on my page in general. Thank you for all the engagement and the genuine interest from everyone. • I put up a poll the other day to see if anyone was really interested in seeing more of this transition to a healthier lifestyle on my blog and 100% of the voters said, YES! Thank you! With that I decided to do a quick intro to how my thoughts towards food have changed. Some reason why I changed, etc. • Like a lot of people out there we generally don’t have the best relationships with food. We can be emotional eaters or emotional non-eaters. We struggle with controlling what we put in our mouth, at the simple sight or smell of something yummy. Over the last year I have been making conscious decisions about what I buy, consume & feed my family. • Taking time to get to know the healing qualities of certain herbs and seasonings has changed my energy levels. Knowing how raw foods benefit you and appreciating taking the time to prepare my own food has been an eye opening journey. I have found a new love for cooking and it’s so much fun! It’s almost like food and I went through couples counseling and are getting to know each other all over again, lol. • What do you think has shaped your feelings towards food? Do you have any advice for me or others that want to make the transition to a healthier lifestyle? • Leave a comment or head over to the blog and let’s chat there after you read the new post!

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11.27 | Reflecting Today • It’s my own personal New Year! I’m not going to get all long winded on you today just going to say that 38 years in this world has taught me a lot about others, life and most importantly I have learned a lot about myself! I have grown and changed so much this year. Looking forward to growing, learning and loving more. • Every year is a blessing from The Most High and this year has been amazing. 🌾 • 📸 @sierracollinsphotography (at Columbia, South Carolina)

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“And do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, so that you prove what is that good and well-pleasing and perfect desire of Elohim.” Romans 12:2‬ __________ Dare to stand in your truth. Stand on what's right. ‬‬

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11.12.17 | C R I S E S __________ “ In every crisis there is a message. Crises are nature’s way of forcing change - breaking down old structures, shaking loose negative habits so that something new and better can take their place.” - Susan Taylor __________ 📸: (me) @jeanbphotography