Prints. and stuff.

By Beth
Apr 30, 2009

I’m so surprised that I’m coming to you tonight to write here, but I just had to share some exciting stuff with you.

okay, maybe it’s just exciting for me, and that’s okay.  Just humor me.

I received my first shipment of prints from my first shop orders today and I have to tell you, I’M IMPRESSED!  I’m beyond impressed, I’m totally excited.  Some individuals purchased prints as large as 16×20 and WOW, those knock my socks off.  Brian and I stood over the prints, both of us in awe, I told him that I don’t think I ever need to buy another print that’s not my own ever again.  And that made him really happy because anytime I say “I don’t need” and “buy” in the same sentence, it pretty much makes his night.

Anyway, THANK YOU to all who supported the shop.  The shop is still open, I’m hoping to add new prints over the next week.  If you placed an order last week, your order will be shipped by Tuesday.  If you place an order this week, your order will be shipped the following Tuesday.

You can see the prints for yourself at the end of this post, sitting on my kitchen counter.  This shot is straight out of the camera, no editing involved.

LOVE.

Also, don’t be too disappointed, but there is no way I’ll be able to put together a post on editing photos by tomorrow, I had a very long, intense appointment with a doctor who specializes in pregnancy loss, which is pretty much the most depressing kind of doctor EVER.

The appointment literally lasted for hours and hours.  This has been in the works for about two months now and we finally were able to meet today.  I may elaborate more later, but right now I’m not sure how much I can or want to share.  It’s really, really personal.  Just know that today was a good day, and a sad day and a draining day.

Literally.  They took 18 vials of blood.

LITERALLY.

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Don’t forget to follow me while I’m at Disney Friday-Sunday – twitter: @foldinglaundry.

One more thing…coming next week is the biggest giveaway to take place on I Should Be Folding Laundry.  DON’T MISS IT.

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Categories : JJF, Loss, The Print Shop

Comments

  1. 1
    Nell says:

    I bet your prints are so impressive in person, because they are just simply stunning online.

    And holy cow, 18 vials of blood! You poor, poor dear. I do hope you get some answers.

    Have a safe trip, k?

    Nell
    SheSNaps.com

  2. 2

    Beth, Just know that we’re here whether you feel like sharing or not. I can certainly relate to the 18 vials of blood thing…not a pregnancy-related issue, but still. Here’s hoping you have a truly ‘magical’ weekend.
    -Michelle (aka Vintagesquirrel)

  3. 3
    cassie says:

    Your prints look amazing! You are truely talented! Rest up little momma.

  4. 4
    Bacardi Mama says:

    I can’t wait to hang my prints. I’m so excited. We are here whether you want to share your experience today or not. Have a fantastic trip. You deserve it. Relax, enjoy and have a drink for me.

  5. 5

    Have a fantabulous trip! I hope that the weather is wonderful.
    Holy Cow! 18 vials of blood is a lot. We start fertility treatments this week and I have a sneaking suspicion that I will experience something similar.

  6. 6
    Blessed says:

    The prints look awesome on your counter so I’m sure they are even better in person!

    On the whole doctor thing – share what you are comfortable with and know that we care.

  7. 7
    Erin says:

    Those are so beautiful, Beth. I was thinking of you yesterday, lots.

  8. 8
    Tina says:

    Enjoy your trip – I hope you’re able to relax some and have fun!

  9. 9
    Kyooty says:

    Enjoy your trip, I’m so glad to hear you excited. hugs! on the viles of blood.

  10. 10
    Mrs. Cline says:

    Hope you have a really fun, relaxing-and-energizing-at-the-same-time trip!

    Love the prints! So Beautiful!

  11. 11

    They are gorgeous! I love Etsy! So sorry to hear about your appt. No fun…

  12. 12

    woohoo…look at all those prints. Awesome work!

    have fun at Disney!

  13. 13
    Kris says:

    You should be proud of your prints – I think they all looked beautiful! Have a great trip!

  14. 14
    Kellyn says:

    I can’t wait to place an order! I wish I could have for MOD, but just couldn’t fix the budget. I know which ones I want already!

    Hope you got some wonderful sleep to help with the draining emotional day. And have a great time this weekend…really I am small and would fit right into your suitcase! lol

  15. 15

    I was just wondering, who did the prints for you? They are great! I’d love to have them do prints for me as well. Hopefully, someday my photos will be decent enough to have my own Etsy shop.

    And regarding the pregnancy doctor, I can only imagine how difficult that must have been for you. My prayers are with you (as I now sit here childless after 9 years of trying).

  16. 16

    That is SO cool about the prints. CONGRATS.

    As for the rest of it, ((hug)). I hope you get the answers you need.

  17. 17
    Carrie says:

    Oh, Beth, what a difficult Dr’s appt. to have to go to. :( I’m so sorry, I hope you get good news from all your blood tests…and wow, 18 is a LOT.

  18. 18

    Your prints are awesome. I read your twitter, hope you don’t sit by the garlic breath lady….Have a great trip and tell Mickey I said hi.

  19. 19
    Jodie Brooks says:

    You crack me up!! Those prints look awesome! I’m gonna have to buy some too!! Sorry you’ve had to deal with some unpleasant stuff lately!! Have fun on your trip and enjoy yourself!! :)

  20. 20
    Christine says:

    I see the prints I ordered! Can’t wait to get them and hang them up. All of the prints in your shop are so beautiful it was hard not to purchase them all!

  21. 21
    Arianne says:

    I LOVE your vintage flare photo. Like LOVE it.

  22. 22
    Christy says:

    I am so over the top excited to get my prints I can hardly stand it!!! I love having great photography on my walls, but it is 100 times more special when the artist is someone you “know”. Thanks for doing this venture!!

    Have fun in Disney World! I am totally jealous!!

  23. 23
    Amy C says:

    Beautiful prints, Beth. You should be proud of how perfect those pictures look. They will be a blessing for those who bought them.

    I wonder if we have seen the same dr.? I have seen a fertility specialist in Indiana, and he travels all over the state. He’s really good, and takes a long time to get in to. Unless you saw someone in Chicago, and then, never mind. :) Just wondering…

    Have fun at Disney!

  24. 24
    Stephanie says:

    I am having so much fun following your tweets. I hope you’re having a fun time!

  25. 25

    Whoa, for a second there I thought I already commented. Weird. ;)

    I’m so glad you have this appt behind you, one more step along the journey. Each step is brave and powerful and deserves celebration.

    xoxo

  26. 26
    Allie says:

    Sorry, haven’t had the time to follow on Twitter but I can just imagine the fun that you are having! As I type, you are probably still wrapped within the magic there …

    And, as difficult as your doctor appointment and the 18 vials may have been, you are hopefully on the road of discovery and prevention. I am always here for you should you ever want to vent or have questions.

  27. 27

    I hope you had a wonderful trip-your prints are gorgeous!!

    ((hugs)) with the appt. I am praying for you.

  28. 28
    MoDLin says:

    Your prints are dazzling! Way to go!

    About your tests. You don’t need to say a thing more. We’re all wishing you good results, renewed strength (have a fab trip) and restored health.

  29. 29

    I hope everything works out with the doctor. As for the prints, that is awesome.

    Hang in there.

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