the birthday session: part one
Wednesday, December 16, 2009 at 2:05AM truth be told, my birthday was 5 months ago. but its only been in the last week that i've been able to access the hard drive that contains everything that was on my computer that got stolen. i'd been itching to get my hands on the photos from this self-portrait session but they were held captive for all this time by the strange lack of compatability between the PC and Mac worlds.
across from my cottage there are trails leading through the most beautifully lit forest. it was the perfect place for a lil' session with me and my camera. its something i definitely want to do each year, take the time on my birthday to tell a little story of the year of my life.
i've needed this brightness these days, as i feel like i have one foot in sadness and the other in wild joy. this year has been so so beautiful and has exceeded my grandest expections but has also, well, kicked my ass. even with all the lows its most definitely been one of my best yet...um, but could 2010 be a lil' more gentle please? well, gentle on the sore parts of my heart. i'm all for a lil' more shakin' things up next year too...but no more robberies and deaths please and thank you.
now, the joy:
Reader Comments (15)
meeting you this year was definitely a joy-full experience. how i love to see your beauty here also.
wishing for you a blessed 2010
love,
This post and photos have been worth the wait! I LOVE YOUR SPIRIT!! One of my guilty pleasures is a three-way date with my camera and tripod! Usually I find some secluded outdoor spot with magical lighting...just like yours here. and I let go...with arms open wide and a few solo dances! Wishes to you for a kinder, softer, slower and gentle 2010. PEACE, Deb
oh how i adore you...
yes to a gentle 2010.
must be you've done a lot of growing this year if you're sore sweetie -- stretching sometimes puts you in that exquisite space somewhere between pain and ecstasy -- you are gorgeous and open here -- the only way to live fully (in my humble -- Not! -- opinion)
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I so enjoyed this series of photos...you have such a grace and beauty and inspire me with your ability to be silly, sassy and real in front of the camera. I join you in wishing for a gentle 2010. I am grateful to have you as a blog friend in my life!
yes. gentleness. joy. exuberant dancing. and you pushing the envelope. come one 2010 vivienne is gonna continue kickin' it in the new year. i am so happy to have met you and your beautiful light and vision. these photos of you brought eye droplets of shear joy. thank you sweet.
Beautiful, beautiful shots. The light is amazing, you are splendid, and again I *love* your outfit. Where do you find these marvelous clothes?! My year was also a rollercoaster of truly wonderful and incredibly difficult; I hope 2010 is gentle on us all, and wish you the best. =)
Wow! I love this series of photos! How "footloose and fancy free!" Total joy. :) (Found your blog through December Views)
I want to say you look beautiful and free..I see so much love for life in you its perfect..merry christmas..
lovely Viv...these photos made me SMILE BIG!!!! you have a brightness that is infectious...a gentleness and genuinity. i admire that so much. i am so happy i met you this year and wish for nothing but a gentle 2010 with nothing but GOOOOOOOOD shake ups!!! hugs comin at ya!!
love,
k
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i just have to let you know that these are some of the most beautiful photos i've seen all year my dear. i am always in awe of your color, but to see my sweet friend vivienne looking so free and happy touched my heart. i too wish for a kinder, gentler 2010 thank you! so much of my love is bundled up and sent off to your heart.
muah!!!
oh ... dancing with the trees ... lovely ! i wish i could join you !
GIRL - you are amazing! I LOVE these pictures of you. AGAIN (I say this a lot!) I wish I could be there dancing with you!
You always make me feel like things are possible - and I thank you so much for that!!
Happy UnBirthday, and may 2010 be delightful!
xo
Love these images! You're so obviously comfortable with yourself and comfortable in front of the camera. I absolutely hate having my photo taken.
lots of joy in these photos. you do rock the self-portraits!