11/15/2025
This late summer and fall, I stepped away from photography in a way I honestly never have before. I paused sessions, stepped back from messages, and let my page grow quiet β something I havenβt done once in the 7οΈβ£ years Iβve been doing this. I had issues accessing my messages, which made me realize I really needed to take a proper break. π It felt strange at first, almost like I was letting people downβ¦ but looking back, it was exactly what my heart needed. π
Even with Oliverβs surgery, my motherβs passing, and my maternity leave β none of those were true breaks. Those were heavy seasons I had to push through, filled with worry, grief, and responsibility. I kept working because I felt like I had to. Those times werenβt restβ¦ they were survival. π
But this break?
This break was different. β¨
For the first time, I slowed down on purpose. I spent late summer and fall with my kids β really with them β cheering them on at games, running to practices, laughing in the car, and soaking in all the little in-between moments. ππ¬π
It reminded me how fast theyβre growing and how important it is to be present for the things that matter most.
Stepping back also reminded me who I am as a wife β a partner, part of a team, not someone doing it all alone. And I want to take a moment to thank my husband for being my steady support through all of this. β€οΈ
Thank you for encouraging me to take a real break, for understanding when I needed space, and for holding things down so I could breathe again. Your support means more than you know. ππ
This season of slowing down gave me clarity, peace, and a chance to refill my cup after years of nonstop work. πΏ
And nowβ¦ Iβm officially back for the Christmas season! ππΈ
I feel refreshed, grounded, and so ready to capture beautiful memories again. Thank you to everyone who reached out, supported me, waited patiently, or simply understood my quiet. Your kindness truly touched my heart. π€
Ending on a cute noteβ¦
Oliver hopped in front of my camera and demanded a photo of his own! ππ
He reminded me why capturing memories is so special. πΈπ«
Hereβs to a warm, magical holiday season and all the moments weβll create together. β¨π
- Courtney Stuart Camacho