Ms. Melina, a 46-year-old paramedic from Arkadelphia, Arkansas, has faced her share of challenges. Originally from Tuckerman, Arkansas, she’s been a single mom for five years while balancing a demanding career. Recently divorced and down over 100 pounds, she celebrated by joining the 40 Over 40 Portrait Experience. “I wanted to do something for myself,” […]

  She is Over 40 & Fabulous and proudly displays her beautiful tattoos!  Ms. Cristie said she has no regrets about her 40-over-40 portrait session. Longview resident, Ms. Cristie, part of the Over 40 & Fabulous group, says, “It was fun and it made me feel good about my outside. It made me feel sexy.” […]

Over 40 & Fabulous Ms. Heather’s biggest reason for doing the 40-Over-40 portrait experience was to build her confidence. “Yes, it was everything I could have asked for,” she said. “My favorite part was the comfort of working with Rhonda. Over 40 & Fabulous Ms. Heather felt the entire experience was fun, making her feel […]

Meet Ms. Lori, 59, a resilient and compassionate woman from Minden, LA, now residing in Bossier City. She’s a Flora Therapist, Counselor, and Hospice Chaplain, with a background in Floral Design and Clinical Therapy. Ms. Lori’s decision to participate in the 40 Over 40 portrait experience stemmed from a deep desire to reclaim herself following […]

  Meet Paula Hinckley, a 61-year-old from Tyler, Texas, originally from Michigan, who participated in the 40 Over 40 Portrait Experience. Ms. Paula, a Patient Financial Services Manager, joined this project for a special reason: “I wanted to do something special for me and my husband. I lost 152 pounds and wanted to feel beautiful […]