My name is Emily.

I love people in love.

I cry at every wedding.

I own a striped umbrella. Everyone should.

I love my pug. His name is Edward.

I dream of having a house with enough closet hooks for my scarves and hats.

Laughing is great.

I believe there is nothing better than a day with the people you love.

And I absolutely love to take photos.


And this is my blog. Expect to see people in love, expect to laugh and read, and expect to see what I love and why I love it! Welcome to my blog. I am glad you are here.

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09.11.09
Danielle and Rick were surrounded by only their closest family and friends as they tied the knot in their intimate and extremely beautiful ceremony at the iconic Landmark Center in downtown St. Paul! They were both grinning ear to ear as they placed the rings on one another's finger as they had been anticipating this day and COUNTING down the seconds until this moment would arrive.

The day was classy, charming and full of Danielle's giggle anywhere that she went! Both Rick and Danielle have unbelievable smiles and we saw not only the smiles but the bursts of laughter as we walked around St. Paul snapping photos...they are truly made for each other! :)

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I *adored* this moment. Danielle and Rick opted not to see each other before the ceremony, therefore, when Danielle entered the room with her Dad she HAD to take a quick glance at the alter where Rick was standing! :)
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My fave...
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Their St. Paul hotel reception was classy and beautiful! They chatted the night away with friends and played cards until all hours of the night with family....what better way to spend your wedding day? :)
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Danielle and Rick I wish you all the happiness in your new home in OHIO! :) Your days are already filled with laughter and I hope that only grows as your new life as husband and wife!
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09. 9.09
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I have been waiting to show the world this wedding since we photographed it last Thursday....so hold on tight folks because I could gush about Erin + Jake all day long! :) They are both spunky, genuine and not to mention beautiful people that are honestly, madly and deeply in love! They met out in DC (where Jake had been stationed since he is in the Marines...hence the awesome dressed blues attire!) and the rest has been history.

Walking around the gorgeous grounds of Camrose Hill Farm with them on their big day was nothing short of fun....real smiles, passionate kisses and giggling moments are spontaneous between the two and they are the most laid back couple in this world. Surrounded with their closest family and friends the day was just a *perfect* way to start their new life as husband and wife!

The backdrop of this gorgeous wedding was gardens, sculptures, old bed frames, billowing trees, old barns, and flowers flowers flowers galore.....I only dream of living in a space like this.
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*GORGEOUS ALERT* Erin was absolutely radiant and stunning the entire day...Jake was in awe! :)
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It certainly is *very cool* that Jake serves as an active Marine! I was thrilled that he chose to wear his dressed blues and show off how stellar he is in that uniform---hats off to Jake for being a Marine and serving our country!!
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What a family, huh!?!?!? Ava is a simply GORGEOUS 4 year old and they are one smokin' family if you ask me! :)
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The wedding party couldn't have been better...
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Ms. Ava has everyone in stitches right as we were gathering family for photos...she grabbed little Logan's cheeks with her cute, girlie, finger-nail-painted hands, pulled his head towards hers and gave him the biggest kiss on the lips I have EVER seen from a 4 year old!!! I think that nearly everyone standing around saw it and literally burst into tears with laughter out of her aggressiveness with little Logan! :)
*this moment made my day!*
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one of my favorite moments after the ceremony....*gosh, so cute*
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And everyone knows that I can't resist the golden rays of light at sunset...... :)
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Um...yeah, Erin you are STUNNING!
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The rest of the evening not only included a smore-friendly bon-fire but a hoppin party that kept guests giggling the night away with the newlyweds! :)
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Jake and Erin...I am head to toe thrilled that I was able to play a role in your wedding day and I am stoked for your new journey out in San Diego! I wish you many warm memories, spontaneous nights and days filled with laughter and true joy as you start your new lives as husband and wife....you guys deserve every second of it! :)
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Cindy Chabolla says:

Emily - I am speechless. That does it, when the other two get married I'm flying to in to be our photographer! Erin and Jake's wedding day was truly so special and now to relive it through your photo's is nothing short of wonderful!
Cindy (Proud Mother of the Bride).

(09. 9.09 @ 4:03PM)
Jerry & Sandi Dillon says:

Absolutely beautiful...the couple, the location, the family and friends and the photographs. What beautiful memories for years to come. Erin & Jake - God Bless You both and remember to always put each other first. Love, Jerry & Sandi Dillon (old family friends)

(09. 9.09 @ 5:20PM)
Laura Ivanova says:

Gorgeous!!

(09. 9.09 @ 9:32PM)
Audrey says:

Emily, I just can not even tell you how truly talented I think that you are... The pictures and their beauty never cease to amaze me and it just makes me that much more excited for next July! You are amazing, and this couple is beautiful, you could not have captured them better I don't think :)

(09. 9.09 @ 11:28PM)
Aunt Mary says:

Emily, you did a fabulous job! I sure wish I could have been there. Erin, you and Jake are a beautiful couple - Congratulations!!! I can't wait to meet you Jake. Much Love, Aunt Mary

(09. 9.09 @ 11:43PM)
Ginger Murray says:

Ummm.... HOLY SMOKES!!!! :D This was a FANTASTIC wedding, and you took gorgeous photos of it! I can't get over the color scheme. Absolutely perfect.

(09.10.09 @ 1:10AM)
Annette Bissinger says:

I loved these pictures! They made me cry. Especially Steve dancing with Erin. It was precious. Beautiful couple

(09.10.09 @ 9:02AM)
Montez Arnold says:

Hello all you Chabollas, past and present. Cindy, how did we know when I came to visit just after Erin was born that we would be here at this point in our time knowing each other. I still have the pictures of us in the airport and I am telling Erin goodbye, holding the little girl, and then the years later when they all three came to see me in Arkansas. Sunny looks great. I found her in one of the pictures. God has blessed both of us with our families. Love to all, Montez. I will figure out how to do pictures on facebook, hopefully so I can share with you Chabollas and Nelsons. (if you want to send hints, please do)

(09.10.09 @ 9:03AM)
Tony Barlow says:

WOW! Awesome shots Emily! You captured that amazingwedding perfectly. You are very talented!!!

(09.10.09 @ 6:24PM)
Jess says:

Emily, these are amazing!!! You captured the wedding so perfectly, as well as showing what a beautiful and happy couple Erin and Jake are. You were also such a joy to work with on the wedding day, and I have a wonderful picture of you and your assistant! Let me know if you want a copy. Congrats to Erin and Jake!! Jess (Maid of Honor)

(09.11.09 @ 11:45AM)
Kelly Scheuneman says:

Absolutely beautifu!!!! Erin and Jake, I'm so happy for you! You looked so happy and gorgeous! Truly a fairytale wedding!

Great photos!!!

(09.11.09 @ 12:02PM)
Susan & Michael Goodman (old friends of the groom) says:

SIMPLY AMAZING PHOTOS! You obviously LOVE your career! I haven't seen photos this PERFECT in many years......you captured the hearts, and the moments of a special day for Jake and Erin. Hats off to a Spectacular Photographer!

(09.13.09 @ 9:30AM)
Paul & Yukie Baldasari says:

Heartfelt congratulations Erin & Jake. Beautiful couple and awesome photos
of a very special day! Keep the fire burning--Charles Dickens wrote, "Have a heart that never hardens, and a temper that never tires, and a touch that never hurts."
Paul & Yukie Baldasari

(09.13.09 @ 1:14PM)
Paul & Yukie Baldasari says:

Heartfelt congratulations Erin & Jake. Beautiful couple and awesome photos
of a very special day! Keep the fire burning--Charles Dickens wrote, "Have a heart that never hardens, and a temper that never tires, and a touch that never hurts."
Paul & Yukie Baldasari

(09.13.09 @ 1:19PM)
Angie O says:

Hi Emily- I am sooo looking forward to next month...Your energy always brings an instant smile to my face..and I wanted you to know I was checking out your blog, (as I consistently do every week :), and I came across the amazing pictures you took of the Jake and Erin wedding and The Irish wedding and I felt like a feel, tears filled my eyes...they were so breathtakingly creative...Looking at the world through your eyes is one of my favorite things to do! Thank you for being you! Love Ang

(09.25.09 @ 11:43PM)
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09. 8.09
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When a bicycle shop owner ties the knot with an artistic, spunky girl the wedding is bound to be spontaneous, colorful and fantastic! Job and Tira chose the beautiful setting of the Round Barn Farm Bed and Breakfast in Red Wing as a perfect backdrop for their outdoor wedding. With their friends and family close by to share in the job and laughter, the day was perfect and of course, full of bicycles!!!

We caught up with the girls getting beautiful at the salon downtown...
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"WHAT?!?!? Today is THE DAY....I'm getting married!!!!!!!!"
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Meanwhile the guys were getting ready all calm, cool and collected! :)
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I *adore* this moment between Tira and her Mom as they are both screeching with excitement that TODAY is THE DAY for Tira to become a wife! :)
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And Tira's Dad was adorable when he first saw her...he literally burst into tears! :) How cute!!
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And now off for some portraits in the beautiful landscape of Red Wing, Minnesota!!
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And how can we do some portraits without a bike in some shots right?!?!?! :)
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Job and his BFF's being themselves...
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This is probably one of my *most favorite* wedding party things we have ever done! Kudos to the wedding party for going along with my crazy idea....
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They couldn't have been more excited to be husband and wife!! :)
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And of course they rode away on their tandem down the driveway to have some alone time!
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The 2 love birds spent the next few hours mingling with family and friends as they laughed and shared some drinks....the party was hoppin' and the place was filled with love for these 2! We did manage to sneak them outside for a fun shot before the night was over...
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Happy biking you 2 love birds!!
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Cindy says:

love the colors, love the flip flops and bikes, what a memorable day! And that photographer-they don't come any better, do they?!

(09. 8.09 @ 6:37PM)
Devin Joesting says:

LOVE That tandem shot! I love the whole bike theme, and how you captured it!

(09. 8.09 @ 10:27PM)
Devin Joesting says:

LOVE That tandem shot! I love the whole bike theme, and how you captured it!

(09. 8.09 @ 10:27PM)
Anonymous says:

Crazy FUN color palette! Awesome!

(09.10.09 @ 7:47PM)
Melissa Bart says:

I absolutely love the rainbow-theme concept. The effect really worked well with the bridal party standing next to them at the ceremony.

Looks like a fun, fun group of people!

Great shots, as always, Emily.

(09.14.09 @ 12:29PM)
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08.27.09
Who doesn't love a family with an outdoorsy, energetic little 5 year old boy and a sweeter-than-pie little blondie of a 3 year old girl!?!?! Well, you would be crazy not to LOVE the Bristol family----I was able to hang out with them and see just how unbelievably fun their kids (and family) are! Josiah kept us laughing while Kira's sweet smirks shined through the whole time we were shooting...

I knew that we were going to have a good time when Josiah took it upon himself to make faces at Kira in an attempt to get her to smile....as you can see she wanted NONE OF IT at the time. :)
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Kira eventually warmed up and I IMMEDIATELY fell in love with both her and Josiah's little personalities as they started to shine........
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If you can't tell, Josiah is describing how big the fish he caught the other day was; "It was THIIIISSSSS BBIIIGGGGG MOM!!"
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Admiring the guns................   :)
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And HELLOOOO, how can you not take a Father/Son photo without it including the GUN RACK! Check out these fine young men.........
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One last big family SQUEEZE!!!!!!
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I love you Bristols....your family ROCKS and your gun racks are OFF THE CHARTS! :)
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dena says:

These are precious!

(08.28.09 @ 9:49AM)
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08.26.09
I caught up with Max and his Mommy a few weeks ago for some 10 month portraits of the little guy.....who is already WALKING, which you will see in the photos! He was Mr. smilie and when he smiled his face lit up with his big baby blue eyes. It seems like overnight he grew up and through the whole session he was smiling, clapping, and dancing to the sound of his Momma's voice. :)

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He was so funny trying to tear this piece of grass in 1/2.........look at those cheeks!
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And let's just talk about how every little boy NEEDS a little sweater vest like Mr. Max......and striped nontheless..... *sooooo cute*
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"I'm sooooooooooo bbbiiiiiggggg!"
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I had such a fun time giggling with the little man. Max, I can not wait to play with you in the leaves this fall! :)



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Angie Olson says:

I am a blubbering mess, thank you for capturing my beautiful sun in such a beautiful way!! XOXOXOXOX! Max says HI EMILY!!!! YAY!!!!!!!!!!!!!

(08.26.09 @ 9:35PM)
Heather Flock says:

Angie he is just the cutest! What a happy little guy. I love it!

(08.27.09 @ 5:05AM)
Lisa says:

Amazing, yet again:) I can't wait to see Little Miss Shelby on here soon. Thanks for always making it such a memorable experience. I sincerely mean that :)

(09. 6.09 @ 5:43PM)
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...to a cure for breast cancer!

I was a part of one HECK of an AMAZING EVENT this weekend! Me, along with 2500 other men and women, walked 60 miles through Minneapolis and St. Paul to make a darn bold statement that we believe that there can be a world without breast cancer. Our team of 7 amazing women, dressed in head to toe pink, got up bright and early and started our journey last Friday to make our mark on history.

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I didn't really fathom how FAAARRRR 60 miles really is. UM.....SIXTY MILES......it is FAR! Very far.

BUT the thing that inspired me throughout the event was the amount of support that came out to not only cheer us on but thank us for walking. At each cheering station and each family on the side of the road dancing, clapping or handing out candy I started to realize the mass community that comes together to not only participate in the event but support it. I got teary-eyed seeing the Dad's holding their kids (dressed in pink) giving everyone high fives as the walkers passed, and the Cancer survivors on the side of the road with expressions of gratitude for helping them fight, and the groups of families that came together to support their loved one who are representing their heritage and generations to come. Gol, it was just awesome!!!
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My favorite group of guys on the event was a handful of bikers (that wore bras on their head the whole weekend mind you) and rode the course up and down revving their engines as they passed the walkers to get us all riled up to keep walking! They just made my weekend!!! :)
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We stayed in a lovely mobile city of pink. With inspiration surrounding us we ate amazing food, stayed in tiny pink tents (and froze our buns off), and bonded while popping our blisters through the night! :)
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And each night as the last walker entered camp we raised a flag together with a statement that we were ONE DAY CLOSER!
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"We walk because we must.
We are strong because the journey demands it.
Together in body and united in spirit we lay down our footsteps for this generation and the next. This is our promise: a world without breast cancer!"

This is why I walked:
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As we made it through mile 59 and mile 60 and then ended up at the capital, I couldn't help but think that we were not only making our mark on history but honoring the people who fought bravely, boldly and would be so gosh-darn proud of every step I took this weekend and everything that it stood for...Mom, Dad and Deb........
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and aches and pains I would do it all over again. The reality is that my pains will be gone before her cancer is and cancer is an everyday battle while I only walked for 3 days.....I saw a sign that put it plainly BLISTERS DON'T NEED CHEMO!

So....next year....2010 anyone????
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lauren says:

emily, you are amazing!!

(08.25.09 @ 9:05PM)
katie says:

absolutely amazing! I will do it again and again and again...until breast cancer is no more!! despite the blisters and the pain of walking 60 miles I can get up the next day and look forward to many more to come, when there are others that can't. that alone is enough reason for me to raise the money and walk, because there is no other option! because i want to make a difference.
and that little girl in the pink sunglasses that is my reason to walk! i love you Bean!!

(08.25.09 @ 9:31PM)
Jessica Albers says:

Awesome job girls! Em, your mom would be so proud of you! I know I am!

(08.25.09 @ 9:43PM)
kristine says:

i barely have words.
So proud of you.
So emotional for the journey that you went on this past weekend as you walked.
incredible, friend. increrdible.

(08.25.09 @ 9:58PM)
Tami Woodward says:

Miss Emily! Wow - you so eloquently captured our journey and the reason we came, fought back against breast cancer, the cancer that has taken so many too early, the ones we love, we misss, but have faith we will see again one day, just not today. So we fight in their memory, for ourselves today, and for our daugthers for the future! What a life-changing event, I'm honored they let a schmuck like me be a part of something so great! We kicked some royal boobies this weekend, girls! Gooooooooo, Team Jigglies!

(08.25.09 @ 10:13PM)
Laura says:

WOW EM!!!!! You did it!!! And you ARE changing to world, even if you don't know it!! Congratulations! I am VERY VERY proud of you!!! And I know a few other people who are looking down on you that feel the same way!!!

(08.25.09 @ 10:27PM)
mk says:

So awesome that you did this and the photos give me goosebumps. We hosted a few out of town walkers and I attended the closing ceremonies and wow, how inspirational and awe-inspiring and sad and awesome and amazing. I don't think I got any of your team but I posted some photos from the ceremony here if you want to take a peek or add to your collection. :)

(08.25.09 @ 10:28PM)
Chris W says:

Congrats on walking and helping fight breast cancer! The pictures are great and your memories are treasures. Thank you for walking on behalf of so many. I'll be praying for your quick healing! Blessings to you all Team Jigglies!

(08.26.09 @ 6:33AM)
Becky says:

I have tears running down my cheeks just reading your words Emily, and I was there!!! You are truly inspiring, and you never gave up... not once! You fought to the end of the 60 miles, and I KNOW there are so many that are so proud of you! You, and the rest of the Jigglies are truly AMAZING! Thank you for the memories, and for capturing them in such an inspiring way! We walked because we could. We fought because we could. We'll do it again because we can. We'll make a BOLD statement about this ugly disease, and because we walked... we are 3 days closer to finding that cure!! WAY TO GO JIGGLIES!! :)

(08.26.09 @ 7:20AM)
cindy says:

Emily..you ARE amazing. I have lost too many friends to breast cancer and this is so uplifting to me. Tell me how to train for next year and I'm there...!

(08.26.09 @ 7:35AM)
anne marie says:

Thank you for walking...

(08.26.09 @ 8:26AM)
Wendy says:

Fantastic photos! I love reading about everyone's experience during The 3 Day. This year was my 5th year participating and my best friend and I drove one of the sweep vans that probably annoyed the heck out of you with the horn and cowbell. :) Love hearing that you're ready to go in 2010!!! THANK YOU FOR WALKING!

(08.26.09 @ 8:28AM)
Andrea McHugh says:

I love your photos, i cried when i looked at them. I walked in Michigan. I don't have any personal reasons for walking except that I love being part of something bigger than myself and doing good for others. I salute all our fellow walkers and crew and thank them because together, we will make a difference. Thanks for an inspirational post.

(08.26.09 @ 8:39AM)
Adri Georges says:

Amazing photos! I'll be walking for the first time this October in DC. Seeing your pictures has given me a brand new sense of excitement. I can't wait!

(08.26.09 @ 8:58AM)
Cindy says:

Thank you for the great blog! I was working Pit Stop 3 this year so do not get to see the route very much. I am walking in Phoenix, AZ in November and am really excited to experience the 3 day from a walker perspective!

(08.26.09 @ 8:58AM)
katie says:

thank you for sharing these beautiful photos. you truly have a gift. looking through these brought tears to my eyes and reiterated why we do what we do. i walked in 2008 but will be too pregnant to walk this year. i'll be back in on the sidewalks clapping everyone along this year, and back in the sneakers next year. :) good luck to you!

(08.26.09 @ 9:02AM)
Maureen says:

Terrific Pictures. Congratulations on the journey. I have walked 2 years in Philly. Sitting this one out, but I will be there to get lots of pictures and show my support!!

(08.26.09 @ 9:06AM)
Kelley says:

YEAH!! I drove a sweep van that weekend (the baseball van) and it was one of the best walks to date. Great photos, great story--hope to see you next year! : )

(08.26.09 @ 9:16AM)
Tina B says:

AWESOME PICTURES! I am a first time walker in October in Atlanta this year - so your pictures are inspiring and makes it REAL to me! My mom and I are doing it together to celebrate her 10 year anniversary of being diagnosed with breast cancer! I can't wait!!!

(08.26.09 @ 9:16AM)
Christopher says:

Emily...congrats on walking and thanks for sharing some fantastic photos. This is my third time walking (DC, Oct 9-11) and my fourth event. I'm blessed to be able to participate and to have my life touched by so many fantastic stories of hope and courage. See you in DC or at Pit 3 in Arizona (crewing there for the first time this year!) or on the route in San Diego (I make a good cheerleader too!). God Bless...

(08.26.09 @ 9:22AM)
Kcarie says:

Great job!! I love your photos and thoughts on the experience!! I was at Pit Stop 4 in my ears and bunny tail!! I loved seeing all the walkers, especially those that were challenged by the route, but carried by their enthusiasm and shear power of the supporters! I will be back walking next year but my experience of Crewing came me even more understanding of all it takes to empower the walkers!!

(08.26.09 @ 9:34AM)
Tamara Evans says:

I am so proud of you. I am a 6 month breast cancer survivor!!! I was on Pit stop 5 Last year and on traffic safety this year( orange shirts) Mlps, Amazing how I got to benifit from your walk. I qualified for a new test that has just been available in the last 6 months. So THANK YOU FOR WALKING FOR A CURE!!!!!!! I can't wait till next year!!! caringbridge.org/visit/tamaraevans

(08.26.09 @ 9:39AM)
Wendy Peterson says:

I was also a walker in the Twin Cities. Thank you for sharing your beautiful photography. You captured the feeling and emotion of the weekend in your pictures. As your blog said Blisters Don't Need Chemo.

(08.26.09 @ 10:01AM)
Dana Epps says:

Great photos Emily. I was also a sweep van driver (M*A*S*H Your Mammaries) and it is nice to see the parts of the walk that we miss from the road. I was a walker last year. Everyone at the 3-Day rocks. Hope to see more of your photos in the future. I'm going to start looking for a striped umbrella.

(08.26.09 @ 10:06AM)
Lety says:

Awesome Pics!!! I can't wait for our 3 day which is in November....that's if I make it....I'm so short on my donations....do you have any suggestions!

:)

(08.26.09 @ 10:10AM)
Leah Harris says:

Thank you so much for sharing these. I'm walking for the first time this year in AZ. Your images give me inspiration!

(08.26.09 @ 10:35AM)
Kristyn Daly says:

Your pictures are amazing! They definitely capture this event perfectly. I'm 17 and I'll be participating in my second 3day this October, where I'll be apart of the opening/closing ceremonies holding the "grandmother" flag in honor of her 30+ years of survival.

I think we all can agree that this is a life changing event, and I'm honored to walk among so many amazing people who lay down their footsteps and say enough is enough.

:)

(08.26.09 @ 11:01AM)
Buffy Brunner says:

I am getting ready to do the 3 day in October in Atlanta with my daughter, this is my 10 year annv of being breast cancer free what better way to celebrate.

(08.26.09 @ 11:14AM)
Bonnie says:

Thanks for a wonderful blog! You have done an amazing job of capturing the experience for all of us 3Dayers. I'm a 2007 & 2009 Seattle walker. I hope you don't mind if I send a few people a link to your blog to help them better understand what a great experience this is!

(08.26.09 @ 11:48AM)
Susan Negen says:

Great photo essay!! Thanks for sharing your wonderful experience...

A Walker, MI 3-Day 2008

(08.26.09 @ 11:55AM)
Larry B. Meredith says:

This was well done, and you did a great job in doing the walk. I have done Chicago for the last 3 years and will be signing up soon for next year.

Walk on.

Larry B.

(08.26.09 @ 12:38PM)
Larry B. Meredith says:

This was well done, and you did a great job in doing the walk. I have done Chicago for the last 3 years and will be signing up soon for next year.

Walk on.

Larry B.

(08.26.09 @ 12:38PM)
Jenn Van Wyk says:

Wow, what an incredible story, I kept getting goosebumps reading all your words and seeing all the photos! Thank you for sharing your awesome story!

(08.26.09 @ 1:26PM)
tamie kyes says:

Great pictures! I wish I had some of those for my scrapbook! I walked with you this year in the Twin Cities. I didn't see your cute team shirts though! Congratulations and great work!!!

(08.26.09 @ 1:36PM)
Tracy Hedin says:

Emily, this are beautiful photos that tell an amazing story for an event that is always hard for me to put into words. This was my second walk and I will continue to walk until I know my nieces, and all other girls and women, will never hear the words "you have breast cancer." I'll see you next year!

(08.26.09 @ 8:18PM)
Stacey says:

Amazing photo's - thanks for capturing. This was my 6th 3-Day event - this year as route safety. I have walked 4 times and now crewed 2 times. I'm signed up to crew again in 2010. I love seeing the walk from other people's eyes and your lens and description did it justice. Thanks for sharing!!

(08.26.09 @ 8:49PM)
Kevin says:

From one of the guys on the motorcycles, Awesome job to all the men and women who walked, you are all an inspiration. i cant wait til next year. Great pics and a lifetime of stories.

(08.27.09 @ 7:17AM)
Cherie says:

Emily these photos are wonderful! We (your cousins and auntie Char) were so proud of you and all the Jigglies. Thanks for walking for all people who have suffered and for future people who will hopefully have a cure. Love you!

(08.29.09 @ 7:27PM)
Stephanie says:

I love your photos they are amazing. This year will be my first year doing the 3-Day and I'm excited. AZ CREW '09!!!

(08.30.09 @ 10:49PM)
Heather says:

Your blog is amazing and does a wonderful job of capturing the 3-day experience. This was my first 3-day experience and I too walked in the Twin Cities. It was amazing and often, I struggle to relate what the experience is feels like to others. I do have a question...some of my photos did not turn out. I was using my sister's camera and apparently wasn't taking photos at times I thought I was. I was curious if you have a link to a site where friends could purchase copies of your 3-day photos? If so, I would love to have that link. I hope to put together (with help from a good friend) a slide show of sorts to share with my friends/family/donors. Thanks for any help!

(08.31.09 @ 9:17AM)
Tracey Young says:

Thank you for posting the pictures. I am a 3 yr survivor and walked for the first time with my sister and best friend in the Twin Cities. It was an expierence I will never forget. The pictures bring back alot of memories. I will get my pictures out there and do the same thing that you did as soon as I figure out how to do. Thank you and Great Job!!!! Tracey

(09.15.09 @ 8:47PM)
Tracey Young says:

Thank you for posting the pictures. I am a 3 yr survivor and walked for the first time with my sister and best friend in the Twin Cities. It was an expierence I will never forget. The pictures bring back alot of memories. I will get my pictures out there and do the same thing that you did as soon as I figure out how to do. Thank you and Great Job!!!! Tracey

(09.15.09 @ 8:47PM)
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