So this sorry little blog is now moving.
I'm very happy to say that!

Don't feel sorry for the blog itself, I only say that it's sorry in it's appearance. It has been very good to me and it good record of what my life was like before kids, before photography, before many drastic changes in my life. I think my biggest worry back in the day was wardrobe choices and what I was doing the next weekend. ....oh how things have changed. :)

So anyway, introducing..... MY NEW BLOG!

www.DonnaHarrisBlog.com

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Trend Alert: All that Glitters is GOLD.

Now that the holidays are over, the next thing to look forward to is spring!
One great way to get ready for a new season is with killer new haircolor. Spring haircolor is all about gold. From lamé mini-dresses to glittering brocade, the runways of New York Fashion Week shimmered with accents of gold, and that look is translating right from the catwalk and onto our hair.

Merry Christmas!

Friends, Family, and Treaured salon clients, please know that you are valued and appreciated. I hope you have a wonderful holiday and that you are surrounded with love from friends and family. See you in the new year!

Wishing you a Merry Christmas from my family to yours!

If you follow my photography blog, you know life has been busy for me. While I've been away from the salon up until 2 weeks ago, I was pretty much 'back to work' since the end of September. In the month of October, I photographed 4 weddings, 8 families, and a 1st birthday party....it was pretty exhausting after just having a baby 5 weeks prior! But I had a blast and even though I am glad the fall photo craziness is over, I feel super accomplished when I look back at all the happy families and the great memories I captured.

My family has been through a lot lately with the passing of my sweet nephew. Thanks to all who've reached out and expressed your condolences. It is very much appreciated.

Milo and Roman are growing fast, fast, fast! Here are a few photos to catch you up.


At 11 weeks old he no longer needs a swaddle to keep him asleep. Growing so fast make me melancholy but seeing that peaceful surrender to sleep is just "oh so cute".

my little man. Now over 2 1/2, he really is less of a baby and more 'big boy'. So smart, sweet, and helpful with his little brother.



My husband. My helper. I can't do anything without him.
The rubber bands around the wrist are from the diapers we got from our diaper cake (a gift from the gals at salon).

Christopher says it's a good way to keep track of diaper changes. Don't worry. He does his fair share. ;)


Just look at these dolls. Roman sings this made up song to Milo: "Cutie, cutie, cutie...cutie. I ever seen."

So that's my what's going on at home. My first few weeks back at the salon have gone over perfectly. It's been so fantastic to see all my wonderful clients. I say it all the time but it's so true, you guys are awesome. I love my job and it's because of my great clients. You are very much a blessing in my life. If I have yet to see you, I miss you and look forward to seeing you soon! And if we don't have your next appointment set up, contact me. I still have holiday hair appointments available for select days.

Enjoy these next couple of weeks... Don't rush too soon into Christmas (even though the department stores want you to), we've still got Thanksgiving to enjoy. ;)

There's only Joy now.


I don't know if I ever imagined swings in heaven until today, but I'm sure that they are there.

photo taken byAdrianna, VJ's big sister and my super-talented neice.

My nephew VJ passed away this week after a long and hard battle with hypo-plastic left heart syndrome along with plastic bronchitis. Throughout his fight, we saw many miracles. There were days the doctors said he wouldn't make it through the night but he did. There were situations where they said things wouldn't turn around and without medical reason, they did. Finally, this week, God and VJ said 'enough'. Enough of this broken world, it's time to go to heaven.

When I look at this picture all I can imagine is that this is exactly what VJ is doing right now in heaven. Swinging, laughing, and having a great time.

VJ, in the short time you were here, you changed our lives forever. I love you. I look forward to the day when I will see you again.

STYLING TIP OF THE DAY

“No matter how hard I try, my “oomph” vanishes before my very eyes. HELP!” Is this you?

Have no fear! You can get a great amount of volume in your hair without having to resort to the dreaded, "Bump-it".

Remember, it’s all about the backcombing.



Follow this fail-proof backcombing how-to for a great base your volume legs can stand on:
1. After drying the hair, get rid of every last tangle and snarl with a strand-friendly flat brush.

2. Separate a one- to two-inch section of hair to backcomb. The smaller the section the tighter the backcombing result. Clip away the rest of the hair.

3. Hold the section straight up from the scalp and with the other hand, place a small comb directly into the underside of the section, (where the backcombing won’t be visible) an inch or two away from the scalp. Gently comb the hair toward the head, causing the hair to bunch up at the base.

4. Release the section and smooth the surface with a brush or with your hands.

5. Continue throughout the entire area that you want to tease—top, sides, etc.

6. Mist with a long-lasting, weightless volume shaping spray.


My favorite? Hands down, it's the Paul Mitchell Extra-Body Finishing Spray. It works on EVERY hair type and is flexible enough for styling without giving yourself 'helmet' hair.

Check out photos and our story of Milo's birth by going to donna harris photography blog.