Unveiling Authenticity and Self-Love: Shanna's Empowering Journey with Boushie Babes Photography

At Boushie Babes Photography, we believe in capturing stories that go beyond the surface. Our 40 over 40 sessions are a celebration of life, resilience, and the unwavering spirit that emerges with age. Shanna's journey embodies the essence of this transformative experience, as she opens up about her struggles, triumphs, and her remarkable partnership with her Harley, Zephyr.

Shanna's path to self-discovery has been marked by remarkable milestones. Having lost over 100 pounds twice, her journey wasn't just about physical transformation but also a profound inner metamorphosis. She faced her insecurities head-on, opting for a tummy tuck and implants as a testament to her commitment to self-love and acceptance.

However, Shanna's story is more than just a journey of physical changes. Behind the captivating images of her arm tattoo sleeve and the fierce Harley Davidson, lies a history of resilience and healing. Shanna opens up about her traumatic childhood, a period that left her grappling with feelings of unworthiness and a profound sense of unlovability.

"My coping strategies were codependency, an eating disorder, and eventually alcoholism," Shanna shares. It wasn't until 2008 that she embarked on a path of self-discovery and healing. Slowly, she began awakening to her truth, embarking on a journey inward, and embracing her own worth.

Shanna's boudoir shoot with Boushie Babes Photography represents a powerful moment of self-celebration. It's about granting herself permission to shine, to celebrate her authentic self, and to honor her journey. "To celebrate my beauty and light that I have found from the inside out," she reflects, a testament to her newfound self-awareness and self-love.

Her journey isn't just about personal growth; it's about the profound love she shares with her husband and her motorcycle, Zephyr. Shanna's words radiate joy and gratitude as she marvels at the unexpected and beautiful twists that life has taken. Her story is a reminder that life's journey is full of surprises, and embracing these twists with an open heart can lead to unimaginable joy.

Shanna's journey is woven with powerful mottos and sayings that have guided her. "To Thine Own Self Be True" is a reminder of authenticity, while "How Free Do You Want To Be?" serves as a challenge to break free from self-imposed limitations.

As Shanna embraces her path, she envisions the woman she's becoming. "She is no longer asking for permission or approval. She speaks up and asks for her needs to be met," Shanna declares. She's embracing vulnerability, curiosity, and self-compassion, all while standing firmly on the foundation of her worth.

Shanna's words of wisdom echo the hard-earned lessons she's gathered along her journey:

• Healing is an inside job, requiring consistent effort and support.

• You are more than enough just as you are.

• Life is on your side, and love is your guiding force.

Shanna's story is a testament to the power of transformation, self-love, and embracing life's twists and turns. Her journey is a beacon of light, inspiring others to embark on their path of self-discovery, authenticity, and unapologetic self-love.

If Shanna's journey resonates with you, if her story sparks a desire to celebrate your own path, we invite you to explore our 40 over 40 sessions. Contact us today to embark on a transformative experience that captures the essence of your journey and celebrates the remarkable person you are. Your story deserves to be celebrated, and we're here to capture every empowering moment.

40 Over 40 Series, #3 Jolene

In this series within my blog, I will share individual client stories, that they have allowed me to share with you, in hopes of encouraging you to love yourself more right now not when. These are real women, with real stories.

Meet Jolene, a 58-year-old goddess in her own way. She came in to celebrate herself and give a gift to her soon-to-be hubby. She even brought her wedding dress in for a few shots too. She almost died 5 times because of a gastric bypass to lose weight, and then she broke her ankle to top it off. She was a hairdresser for 41 years and now struggles with some things due to limited mobility.

She always struggled to do things she wanted to because of confidence, and the afterlife got her, she decided to take charge of her life and start actually living it and celebrating it. She found Boushie Babes, she drove up from Wallace and spent the day with me in the studio playing and having fun.

We had a blast during her session, she loved her images and the emotions we got. She was so excited for her hubby to see, that she brought him with her to pick her album up, and we had to keep more like a fast drop-off than my usual reveals, though he loved them. Here is what she had to say about her session.

40 Over 40 Series, Post 1, Sandi

In this series within my blog, I will share individual client stories, that they have allowed me to share with you, in hopes of encouraging you to love yourself more right now not when. These are real women, with real stories.

Meet Sandra, or Sandi as she prefers, she came in to celebrate herself and to get pampered after one hell of a year. She lost her husband this last summer after taking care of him while he was sick. She also is a social worker and works with adults needing more help. So, you can imagine she really needed the day to just find herself again. She is just doing her best to raise her son, grieving a major loss, and trying to live life to the fullest as tomorrow is never promised.

She isn’t used to taking care of herself, so her style session was fun, at first she was shy, unsure, and maybe a bit timid, but in the end, we were chatting like old friends. We found a few good things and talked about how she wanted makeup and hair.

Her session was amazing she showed up with her hot rollers in ready for makeup, and her hair was easy just a quick brushing out, then we got to play. I got to see different faces of her, and show her so many sides of her she doesn’t get to see, and at 50 she really needed to see how beautiful she still is.

So without further a do, here are some her favorites from her session:

What she had to say about her session in her own words: