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{366} 2012, Blogz, Chandra Achberger

{184/366 | Texx} Classay

I went to Neiman Marcus today, to shop the competition. First let me LOL. Okay that’s out…I got really stressed for a few days that we were moving in a direction that wasn’t the “real” me. Concerned about whether I could do this. Oh I so can!

I had a mini epiphany this AM after my second shower in 2 days, LOL.  That it’s okay. I know that this all wont work unless it embodies who we truly are. As much as I ♥ being granola, I’m also luxury. I’m a walking oxymoron 🙂 Seriously, before I had kids I got a pedicure every week, used to vacation in the Hamptons (bays ;o) and love all things classayyyy. So, I’m gonna embrace this and really take care of me. Mainly because it’s what I should be doing for myself anyway. Is it wrong that  my main ambition is  to get obnoxiously rich so I can be a philanthropist?

These gagillion butterflies and mirrors hung above the escalators at Neiman Marcus (I just like saying that). It was magical.

Howdy! Obsessed with all things photography. Love to teach, and heal through this art. #photogHER2Day Coming to you from Austin, Tx. Above all else (and it's a lot) I'm Mom to Abby & Atlas. Married to my greatest supporter and friend, Curt. Everyday, I choose gratitude over grief.  #MakeTheTime to create for me, so I can be the very best for all those in my life. My "Why": 10 years ago I lost my brother. He was my best friend, my mentor, my compass.  He got sick out of the blue at the 30 years-old and was an inspiration to many. He traveled the world and never had many images to show for it all. I cherish ALL the images we have of Rafael. Blurry or not, I only wish we had more. I capture images of my everyday. Obssessed with capturing moments of my children, of my life and even my businesses. I believe the only thing that seperates a good image from a great image is its ability to tell a story and ultimately make you, the viewer, feel something.

Comments: 1

  • jodie

    3 Jul ’12

    Chandra, this story made me laugh so hard. I love the realization that you “are a walking oxymoron”…. it’s nice to find a kindred spirit. I so get what you mean! Thanks for your insight, and humour. Love it.

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