And the Winner is!!!

Okay, in true American Idol fashion I have to draw this thing out to really create suspense.  This was a really fun contest for me.  I loved seeing all these new people over here.  And, oh my goodness, I would love to photograph all of you.  I had a brief crazy moment where I thought about giving everyone who entered a free session and 8x10, but then this little reality of me trying to start a business vs. a non-profit set in:)

So, Mara, you have been sent home. Valerie, I love your kids, but you were not chosen.  Bones, you have such a great stage name, but it just wasn't enough.  Michelle, I thought your style would carry you through.  Okay, okay... I'm a dork.  We put all of your names into a bowl and the name we drew was... MELEEA!  Call me soon so we can set up your session.

And to everyone else - no need to start crying; you have a chance to win another sweet prize from my friend Eryn.

Nicci