On the Bright Side of Complications

Aren't complications fun? I actually have a list of complications that has kept me either from doing photography or at least enjoying the days.

1. Frigid weather – On the weekend of February the 15^th, Ace and Blake, and I, were headed to a park for their first portfolio shoots of 2013, nearly an hour away from where we lived. However, it started to snow and once we got within ten minutes of the park, we had to go ahead and turn back, or risk getting stuck in the middle of nowhere during the night. Even then, with so much snow falling, the portfolio shoots wouldn't be as expected.
2. College – Every now and then, when I think I'm done with assignments for the day, or even the week, there's always another assignment lurking just underneath that stealthy pile. I'm trying to make it so that the last required class, a class that is only available during the spring semesters, is added to my schedule for next semester so that I can graduate by December.
3. Car issues – The windshield's busted. The tire's going flat. The rubber bands holding the gear shifting in place is snapping apart from the stressful pressure. Of course, this and the tire, I could fix easily. The windshield, that would be a whole different thing. And more expensive.
4. Financial issues – Yes, we do have a lot of financial issues. Though I could often afford to travel, it isn't always the case. There's the need for gas, food and drinks, and, other necessities. I'm also trying to build a wardrobe that models can easily choose from.

Despite these complications, and more that aren't exactly listed, I do see the bright side on things.

1. I have adult models interested in working with me, including those aspiring to be models.
2. I'm still learning every day about photography and how I can improve. I even find inspiration from certain sources and I'm glad for that.
3. The youth models and I plan to do the portfolio shoots as soon as possible, and hopefully in warmer weather. After all, from what I saw of the park in my short visit there months ago, I think the children would love it.
4. I have found some youth models interested in my work. Some, I lost contact with either because of school or the distance between us, but others I'm still talking to and hoping for things to work out between us.
5. The boys and I are actually thinking about making a movie. I think it would be great, if we could just get it done...
6. I did find a website where I can easily make money just by doing surveys, taking offers (which I don't like), and completing tasks for a small amount of change. So far, so good, but I do admit things could be better.
7. I still have support in my photography, so I thank my family and friends for that.

If you'd like to further support my photography, or the project, or both, you can e-mail me at hoggardphotography@gmail.com for more information!