Today is the day I officially launch my wedding photography business.  The day I move one step closer to my dream of becoming a full-time photographer.  The day I proclaim to the world, yes, I can do this and I’m ready.  I believe in myself, my business, my talent.  I’m putting it out there and hoping that I don’t fall flat on my face.  Today, Dana Cubbage Wedding Photography is born.

Yesterday was a different story.  Yesterday, I was laid off from my full-time job as a data analyst for a digital marketing company.  Seriously.  I’m not making this up.  And you know what?  It didn’t really rattle me.  I’ve been dreaming of the day when I can quit working full-time and pursue my dream.  So looking back, I think yesterday was a blessing in disguise.  When I called and my mom to tell her what happened, she said “congratulations.”  Not necessarily what you’d expect someone to say to someone who just lost their job, right?

I’ll admit, I celebrated a little bit.  This was exactly the kick in the pants I needed.  I’ve been so terrified of leaving the financial stability of a full-time job to pursue my dream of becoming a full-time wedding photographer.  And now?  Now I have the freedom and ability to just go for it.  Full steam ahead.  This is the kind of stuff great success stories are made out of.  Overcoming adversity and making your dreams a reality.  I fully intend on making that happen for myself here in Charleston.

So here’s to yesterday, today, and the future.  Thanks for joining me on this journey!