I've been keeping something from you guys...

I can't believe I'm about to put this in writing, but if all goes as planned, I'll be running a marathon this summer!  I haven't officially signed up yet, but you may have noticed I've bumped up my running schedule and started my training again.  

Sports Bra c/o Onzie :: Leggings c/o Onzie
Sorry for the terrible lighting.  I resorted to iPhone timer photos. :(
As for the terrible hair/face--these were 3 minutes post 8 mile run.

For timing reasons, I've decided the Grandma's Marathon in Duluth, MN would be the best fit for me right now.  I would love {love, love!} to run the Chicago Marathon this fall, but as most of you know Fall is busy season for photographers, and I just don't think I would have the time dedicated to running.  

So stay tuned, because I'm sure you guys will be hearing lots more about this! :)

Huge thanks to Onzie for sending me these new leggings that are so incredibly comfortable and sports bra.  I must admit, the sports bra is a bit thin, but it held my barely there/non existent girls just fine! #MomProblems  I can't wait to add to my workout collection with some of their adorably patterned pieces! :) 

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Tiny Prints Giveaway [Sponsored Post] WINNER ANNOUNCED

Updated 10/17/12
WINNER: Hilary!
Congrats...Email me at APhotoPhotography [@] Gmail [.] Com.

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I have great news...
Tiny Prints is offering one lucky reader the chance to win $50 off your total order (does not include shipping & cannot be combined with any other promos) for Holiday Cards.

To enter...
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Giveaway ends Wednesday, October 17th. 

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Disclaimer: This is a sponsored post for which I will receive a giftcard. All thoughts are mine. MM

Long Live Summer Contest [Shutterfly]

If you've read this blog long, you know I love me some Shutterfly!  [especially their photobooks!]  So when they emailed me about their Long Live Summer Contest where we [you!] can win a trip [for four!] to the Bahamas [with a professional photoshoot!]...yes please!  All you have to do is submit your favorite summer photo here.

The contest will run for 5 weeks here are the themes each week...

Week 1(7/9): Americana
Week 2 (7/16): Great Outdoors
Week 3 (7/23): Water Fun
Week 4 (7/30): Sports & Activities
Week 5 (8/6): Parties & Celebrations



You'll win a prize no matter what ...
Instant win prizes just for submitting a photo!
Weekly prizes (contestants can enter one time/week)
Weekly featured photos: up to 5 weekly entries will be selected from the gallery and featured on the Facebook fan page and awarded a $500 gift card on Shutterfly and a copy of the new Lonely Planet travel photography book.
Grand prize: trip for 4 to Bahamas, 4 nights, family photo shoot

So...upload your favorite themed photo to the FB page, add a caption, and post. Super easy and you get a prize just for entering!

Click Here For Official Rules

[Disclaimer: I will receive a free photobook for this post.  However, I wouldn't have posted this unless I really loved their products...promise!!]

Shutterfly Year Books [Sponsored Post]

You all know my love for Shutterfly runs deep.  Shutterfly is where I print 90% of my photos, and 100% of my calendars, holiday cards and photo books.  Well, they're introducing a new product called Shutterfly Photo Year book.  I encourage you to take at look at what they have to offer.  Their site is so user-friendly and they offer the most quality products and the most competitive rate!  Trust me!  I've stacked deals upon deals to my Shutterfly orders, they don't mind! :)  I printed last years Christmas cards [50] for less than $15!  That's cheaper than Wal*Mart and the quality is SO much better!!


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Disclaimer: I received a free 8x8 hard cover 20-page photo book + free shipping and handling for this post.  All thoughts are mine.  MM