The Glow of Good

Sometimes the planets align and everything we put our time and energy into comes together even better than we could have imagined. There’s really no way of knowing when a plan might happen like that but it’s always and pleasant and welcome surprise when it does.

A few weeks back a group of some very special Southern California women gathered in a loft in LA and enjoyed a night of crafting (see photo above), conversing, savoring, and sharing. We talked about photography, creating meaningful (and affordable) gifts and living a life that makes a difference in this world. We feasted on tantalizing delicacies and divine music but above all else, we sincerely enjoyed one another’s company.

During the rush of the season, I wish you evenings of memory making and magic where the glow of good company warms your heart.

 

In light of the goodness that was shared at the memorable LA event, HP is giving away one of their adorable and super-fun Compact Photo Printers to a shutter sister. You know the drill; leave a comment here to be entered into the random drawing. Good stuff!

And... speaking of the magic of a great event, if you think a Shutter Sisters gathering would be something you'd like to attend in the future, let's hear it. I think a Shutter Sisters Summit in 2009 sounds pretty good to me, what about you?

Comments

[Amanda]

A chance at a new printer? Count me in!

[katie anaya]

oh wow! what fun!

[laura - dolcepics]

Great idea for a SS gathering!

[cara]

I'd love the portable printer.... but even better would be a Shutter Sisters gathering!

[Sandra]

Oh...I would love the printer! Yay...count me in!

[Cheryl R]

I could really use a photo printer....this would be perfect! :)

[Kate B.]

i would love a compact photo printer!

[SusanH]

Oooohh! what a great little gadget - it would make a great Christmas gift!!

[Rachel Dallaire]

These giveaways have been awesome!

[Lamm]

I'm new to your site, and am now so inspired! My husband and I will be receiving our newly purchased Canon 40D tomorrow, complete with two new lenses. We both had dreams of using our new camera in the same night--crazy, I know. We would love to be able to print out photos at home of our one year old son!

[Karen]

A compact photo printer would be an awesome gift!

[CarrieJ]

Wouldn't a Shutter Sisters Event be awesome! I would love to, if you can tear me away from the family :)

[karin]

OH.My.GOSH! We were looking at the compact printers just this weekend, and I declared that right there is a little giftie that I would so love to have! :)
and the SS summit is a very neat idea .... and one that I'd love to explore!

[Gooksu]

An evening with like minded woman would be a dream come true.

[buttercupyaya]

Oh, a summit would be exciting! to say the very least!

[Gayle]

Oh, how I would love to be able to print my photos at home!

[hil]

i'd probably break it but, maybe it would be ok...

[krista]

thanks for all that you do--love the blog...and not just because of the giveaways ;-)
--krista in austin

[Julie]

I'm in. How cool!!!
julie

[Freda]

scrapbooks of photos make the best gifts! My MIL loves when she gets one for christmas!

[Amanda]

Count me in! I would love to attend!!!

[Karen]

Would love this. Thanks for all the great giveaways. K

[Stephanie]

What fun!

[Jessica]

I think that would be awesome.

[Toni]

Depending on location a summit would be fun! And so would that printer!!

Does anyone know who won that Lensbaby? I'm holding off on ordering it in the hopes that I might have actually been lucky for once! lol

[t does wool]

oh,how wonderful.

[shell]

Right On!!! love this blog-it's like christmas everyday!

[ConnieC]

I love getting together with my friends for a night of crafting. I think I need to put together something for January.

[Darcy]

a summit in Nebraska... what are the chances:-) ?

[Kaitlyn]

ooo don't threaten me with a new little printer! because i would not say no.

[laurie]

Giveaways are fun, even when I don't win them, it appears. :)

[Gail]

That gathering looked like it was a lot of fun!!

[leaca]

Great prizes.

[Lawyer Mama]

I would LOVE a gathering. So fun! I hope there will also be a Shutter Sisters Walk Part II in Chicago.... (-;

[littlepurplecow (Stephanie Roberts)]

Yes, a summit is a perfect idea.

[skitter3]

I would love to get a photo printer. I have about 3 years of photos on my camera and computer and several stacks of empty photo albums mocking me in the closet. What a fun giveaway!!!

[Misty]

I got to use one of those the other day and it was so cool!

[Meghan T.]

Well I am a newie, via Greeblemonkey....so I am going to dive right in.

I am to explore your website and would love to win! sounds like fun!

[Jennifer B]

Homemade gifts are the way to go!

[Nita]

Oh, great giveaway. Love your site!!

[AL]

I have just started taking pictures and they are stuck on my computer. What a great way to celebrate myself this season!

[betrank]

A Shutter Sisters gathering would be AMAZING!! I get goosebumps just thinking about all the learning, sharing and pure fun that everyone would have!

I love this post. I've been talking to family and friends asking them to slow down and attempt to have a get together that's about enjoying each other's company instead of who bought what for whom. It's been awhile since all of the ladies of my clan have gathered together for some creative girl time and I will continue to nag them until we do it.

[mary]

what a terrific give away
thank you! and add me to the list of hopefuls

[Verna G.]

A Shutter Sisters Summit sounds awesome! And that printer would be great too! :)

[Beth]

I'm totally down for a meeting with some of the coolest peeps;) Why not the sweetest place on earth...Hershey of course. And I know a fab girly girl house devoted to just this kind of thing.

[betrank]

Ohhhh Hershey PA! Love it. That's a great idea Beth! But then again I say that because Hershey is close to home for me. Still the sweetest place on earth and a great place for a photo walk.

[sandra g.]

oooo, is it too late? I really need a printer!

I LOVE LOVE LOVE this website.... :)

--- Sandra M. G.

[Suvarna]

great little gadget to take on trips. I would love one of those. But what I would love even more is to gather with my Shutter Sisters! I love that idea and I hope it becomes a reality! I am all in.

[Kim M]

Oh, I could SO use one of those printers! Tracy, so glad the planets are aligning for you! We're so proud, even from way up here in Canada!

[Dree]

Oh yeah. This is a great giveaway. Thanks.