when the greatest job in the world, isn't.

I had one of those days.

Walking back and forth from Monroe to Balbo along the lake and Columbus for five long hours, dragging my equipment in the blazing hot sun trying my best to cover the Chicago Triathlon. It's an event that I have had the pleasure of participating in as a swimmer in years past.

Don't think I didn't want to dump my gear and hop into the water along with the rest of the swimmers. Instead, I was relegated to the sidelines photographing them.

I logged about five miles walking, I figure.
And not to say it wasn't a wonderful event, because it always has been.

But a crazy jealous streak rose up and turned to resentment as I sweated and hustled and tried to cover an event that spans about 30 miles.

It kinda sucked.

Yes, I do believe I have the best job in the world. And yes, I am eternally grateful for employment. And yes, I do indeed get paid for this.

But next year, I am gonna be the girl hopping in the water.

No doubt.

i'mmm back.

Wow! Long hiatus and I am missing the blogging on photos, the paper and life.

Business is very good for jean lachat photography. I have been doing regular gigs, and this time of year seems to be the best for senior portraits and family portraits, with calls coming in all week long!

The weather is perfect; early evening sun makes outdoor photos beautiful.

My photo love workshops are getting lots of attention, and we have had so much fun. I am really proud of my students for the strides they have made in their personal photography. Check out this photo taken by Dianna Smoljan in my home studio!



I am checking on my daughter's soccer schedule and then will be planning a fall session. We generally meet on Tuesday nights and it's a ball. Check out the details on my FB page:

http://www.facebook.com/notes.php?id=141332561715#!/note.php?note_id=464823125306


On a personal note, I have met a wonderful guy, Rick Mahoney. He entered my life quite quietly and we have been inseparable ever since. He brings a happiness and peace to me and my girls that we have not enjoyed for such a very long time. What a blessing!

I am working on some great projects for my biz, and will be posting them here on a regular basis.

My deal-of-the-day is a contest for Chicago-area brides. You can win an all-inclusive planning service or a wedding planner for your special day. It's free to enter:

http://www.chekie.com/contest


Please tell them I sent you!

Enjoy my favorite season!