In case you guys haven’t seen these already, I just wanted to put some of these pictures up and tell you about how I magically got to participate in the 30 Strangers Project.
What is the 30 Strangers Project?
For the entire month of April 2010, photographer Justin Hackworth, made a portrait of a mother and daughter every day. 30 portraits – 30 days. You had to have never met him before. Maddie and I were Day 28.
The mother and daughter selected for Day 28 weren’t able to make it and emailed Justin to let him know. At the same time I emailed Justin to find out if every day was full, hoping I would be able to be apart of the project. I fit the criteria he was looking for and the only time I had available to do the shoot before going on vacation, was the exact time frame he had open to do it. 
It was so fun working with Justin. He is funny and laid back. When I went back to view the photos, he presented them on a large screen with a projector. Very cool to see them like that. He made us a cute “Welcome” sign and we got some yummy truffles and a lollipop on the way out! To participate in the “30 Strangers Project” you had to make a $45 donation to The Center For Women & Children in Crisis. Maddie and I had so much fun doing this. I’m glad that I have these beautiful shots of me and my Moo, and the project was for a good cause! Bonus
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Twitter: maryjohess
May 13, 2010 at 10:30 pm
Love LOVE LOVE the shots!
Found your blog via your tweet just now.
Those shots are beautiful, what a wonderful keepsake for you and Maddie. I love when life is funny and everything just clicks into place the way it’s supposed to.
Twitter: emihill
May 13, 2010 at 10:59 pm
You already know how fabulously gorgeous I think you are. Now the world can see it! Your daughter takes after you, by the way.
These are amazingly gorgeous, Joanie.
Twitter: sahans
May 14, 2010 at 3:42 pm
Oh my gorgeous… seriously breathtaking. I swear you never look bad in pictures.
Twitter: Littletipsyblog
May 19, 2010 at 10:59 pm
These are amazing! He really captured the sweetness of your relationship. You look beautiful, oh and you had a pretty hot pic from the Sassy GNO too!
These pictures are so, so pretty!
Twitter: JoanieAtwater
May 20, 2010 at 6:58 pm
Thank you for all the sweet comments!!! xoxo
Twitter: whateverdeedee
May 21, 2010 at 9:50 pm
These pictures are amazing!
Twitter: LadyofPC
May 25, 2010 at 10:51 am
Those pictures really are so beautiful!
OMGeorge! Those are GREAT! Stunning and tender at the same time! Thanks for showing us!
Twitter: JoanieAtwater
May 31, 2010 at 2:47 pm
Hahaha. Love that abbreviation of “Oh My George”! Thank you miss Alisha! We seriously have at least 3 shirt designs ready. Let’s do it
Twitter: JoanieAtwater
May 31, 2010 at 2:48 pm
Thank you, Sari. I love you and your basement……
Twitter: livingthescream
June 2, 2010 at 11:55 pm
Love those pictures! that’s so awesome you got the chance to do that!
Twitter: kaposlogisztika
June 7, 2010 at 10:56 am
Very cute little girl. I’ve always wanted a little girl, but I was awkward, so only two of my son was born.
Those pics are so sweet, really lovely.
Thanks for following me.
Have a lovely day.
Colin.
Twitter: henjenca
June 8, 2010 at 1:45 pm
oh how lovely you two are! I remember seeing the call go out about this project, I would have loved to do it, but I live too far away! Jealous!
The photos are just beautiful. You must be so happy with them and how fortuitous with the timing. Thanks for stopping by my blog.
This sounds like a wonderful project. The pictures are wonderful.
Twitter: ohhonestlyerin
June 12, 2010 at 9:27 am
Excellent luck! These photos are stunning, something that you’ll get to cherish forever and ever. He sounds like a wonderful man!
Those pics are awesome! What a great opportunity!
What a great idea! You and Maddie look gorgeous together! Wish he were in our area
Hey girl I found your site by accident but just at the right time. My youngest daughter has my 2 grandsons 2 & 4 and can really use the material shown on your blog. I have sent her the page by email. I also have a blog called The Simple Life and invite you there any time at
http://odielangley.blogspot.com It has a variety of blogs of recipes, family trips, experiments, etc. my email is odie@qualityofficeequipmentinc.com I am in NC & hope to hear from you soon.
Odie