Dear Class of 2018,

Another year has gone by for me and another amazing group of you are graduating. You have filled the last year with so much fun and friendship. I never dreamed I would have such a large group of girls (THIRTY!?!) be a part of something so special to my business and to me personally. It was a little daunting at first to take on such a large number of you for my VIPteam. I’m a solopreneur and run this business on my own! But all of you are so precious, sweet and smart. You’ve filled my home with laughter and my heart with joy during our times together.

Over the last week since our last shoot, I’ve heard so many amazing testimonies.

“Thank you for boosting my confidence!”

“This experience has not only been wonderful for my usually shy daughter, but for me as well. Thank you for capturing her entire senior year!”

“I’ve had an absolute blast! I’m so glad to call you a friend.”

I’m a mom, not yet experienced in having my child graduate or going off to school. But I feel like a bit of a mother to all of you who have become a part of my life. I’m so proud of your giving hearts, commitments, and achievements. I hope to continue following your path and see where life takes you. Remember to be open to possibilities. It’s okay to make a decision, but then change your mind if it makes you happy.

You have been such a gift to me! You’ve supported not only my business, but my family. You’ve doted on my young tweenage son and made him feel a part of the shoots he tagged along on. You embraced my awkwardness and laughed at my ridiculousness. You’ve forgiven me for driving like a grandma or even going down the street the wrong way. And you’ve shown me so much love, especially this year while we’ve experienced a horrific string of family illnesses during the recent months. Your prayers have helped us get through some really tough times. I’m forever grateful and you forever have my heart, Class of 2018.

Congratulations!

xoxo,

Laura