Boudoir & Beyond with Amy

05/14/2025

Let’s clear something up—bo***ir isn’t just for young women or brides-to-be.

It’s for women in every chapter of life.

It’s for the women who’ve raised families, built careers, faced challenges, and come out the other side stronger than ever.

Because confidence doesn’t have an age limit, and beauty isn’t defined by a number.

Bo***ir is about celebrating the woman you are right now—not who you were 20 years ago, or who you might be someday.

And trust me, you’re worth celebrating.

If this is something you’ve been thinking about, I’d love to chat with you about what’s possible.

My inbox is always open.

05/13/2025

They say “happy girls are the prettiest”—and I believe that with my whole heart.

It’s not about perfect hair, flawless makeup, or the “right” outfit. It’s the light in your eyes when you’re genuinely smiling. It’s the way your face softens when you’re surrounded by people you love. It’s the confidence that comes from being at peace with yourself, not needing to prove anything to anyone.

True beauty isn’t something you put on—it’s something you live. It shows up in your energy, your attitude, and the way you carry yourself when you stop chasing perfection and start choosing joy.

Because the most beautiful thing you can be… is fully, unapologetically you.

04/22/2025

01/24/2025

Book a photo session with a photographer whose work you love and put some spring back in your step!

01/01/2025

Why Every Woman Deserves to Feel Seen, Loved, and Celebrated - Exactly as we are!

https://www.amydonovanbo***ir.com/2025/01/01/why-every-woman-deserves-to-feel-seen-loved-and-celebrated-exactly-as-we-are/

12/21/2024

Is something holding you back from booking a bo***ir session?

Whether that session is with me or a photographer close to you, stop letting things that don't matter hold you back.

You deserve to love yourself now.

https://www.amydonovanbo***ir.com/2024/12/21/waiting-until-youve-lost-10-pounds-or-your-freckles/

09/28/2024

Reason #15,789 why I’m obsessed with the online store I share with my family and friends.

I got this message yesterday from my sweet friend who does the Botox and all the other wizardry!

No, I had not!

But I went on a deep dive through my selfies to see what things were like before I switched Skin Care from my expensive and popular brand to my reasonable priced brand my friends hadn’t heard of.

5 years later, I’m still just wearing tinted moisturizer with SPF and mascara on the daily, except I’m now at an age where my brows need a little help too!

And before anyone thinks I rooted around to find embarrassing photos of myself for a comparison, please know I posted all of these on my Facebook so I clearly thought I looked good that day!

If you still haven’t figured out your skin, I safely say I know 5 different formulas with a 90 day return promise, that will help you feel better, no matter your concern!

Let me help me figure out which one would work best for you?

09/27/2024

Dear friends,

Never have I ever been to Mexico. 🇲🇽

I’ve actually never been to an all inclusive anywhere. And despite travelling being my favourite thing, THIS trip might push me over the edge of reason.

All my bathing suits are too big. Where does a 40 something woman buy supportive bathing suits 🩱 that are close plus sized, and have a skirty type situation?

Where do I go through customs? In Mexico? I can’t imagine another scenario but Google was no help.

Am I meant to have vaccines?

What is in Cancun(ish) that I need to go see.

Is there something you know now that you wish you had known before you went?

Thank you for imparting your wisdom on me! 🇲🇽

09/07/2024

I am no stranger to crying in clothing stores.

As a short and somewhat round woman, I’ve struggled my entire life to find clothes that fit me properly.

I’ve never, ever felt good shopping.

Some months ago, when I realized that I was fighting to fit into a 3x, when the Men’s 2X jacket my company gave me didn’t fit, and everything that came from online had to be sent back, I felt defeated.

But I needed to take back control.

I’ve been working on some things, and I’ve made some positive changes.

And now, nothing in my closet fits me anymore. I need to purge the clothes I HAD to buy, simply because it fit. Suddenly, I can find options when I’m shopping and it’s such a great feeling.

When I went from a 24 to an 18 in pants, it was a day for celebration and I am elated that XL shirts are comfortable.

My biggest non-scale goal is shopping in “Regular” stores.

Today, I went to do some work things with my friend and while we were out, she wanted to go to Sooley.

I’ve always admired the Sooley clothes, but never crossed the threshold because there was nothing there for me. But, I love Susan so we went.

I spied a piece I loved the color of and was envious. I wished I could have one like it.

“Try it” Megan, the owner urged.

Before I knew it, I was in the fitting room with options. Things that fit me and made me feel beautiful.

Megan was so gracious and sweet with her measuring tape, explaining how the cut of things would change how things look and what was possible. To not just fit me, but also look amazing.

As I stood at the checkout, I thanked her. I thanked her at least 15 times and then burst into tears.

I’m still in a size 18 body and would never have gone in there for fear of disappointment or judgement and it was the exact opposite experience.

I cried in a store today - because I was so happy.

That hour long errand was life changing.

08/16/2024

https://www.facebook.com/share/p/WFuJ4AWsSfB4sCxq/?mibextid=WC7FNe

Love this thought ❤️

08/15/2024

I’m not sure if you know, but my favorite Chinese restaurant in Clarenville opened a location in St. John’s.

And I’m so excited to try it.

But I’ve been working on my health lately and and set an ambitious weight loss goal.

To make it manageable, I’ve broken it into smaller check point goals, and some significant milestone goals.

I’ve been bopping along, doing my thing, and feeling fantastic. I was feeling even more amazing until I fell down the stairs (the bruises are amazing!) which has interfered slightly with the “Move my body every day” part of my routine.

Then today, I had a massive hankering for Chinese food. I called Jamie to report that we needed to go out to dinner.

Nothing was thawed out and nothing was ready. So at 5pm, with an intense craving, it made total sense.

Then I thought about it.

I am 0.4lbs away from one of my milestone goals. 0.4lbs! Almost there!

My options, according to the devil and angel on my shoulder:

• Get the Chinese food. Just go there, enjoy its salty, sweet, gingery, noodley goodness. I’ve been doing so well, that I should reward myself! One meal wouldn’t ruin it all. A rash decision for no reason on Wednesday would be totally justifiable.

• Realize that the obsession in my mind has less to do with hot noodles and more to do with self sabotage. Having the Chinese really wouldn’t end the world, but it would slow my progress which would, in turn, convince me that reaching my big goal was unattainable - if I can’t even hit the milestones. THIS is something I’ve done every single other time I’ve tried to become healthier.

But, now I see it.

Like Taylor Swift says, “I’m the problem, it’s me”.

So, I called Jamie back. And then I threw some chicken in a pan with some spices and roasted some veggies in the slow cooker, and enjoyed it as I ate it.

Once I decided that I was sticking to my goal, the craving quieted down. It didn’t go away, but for now, I’m good.

As I was cooking supper, I got curious and went to see if I had made any progress on that 0.4 since the last time I weighed.

And you know what??? I SMOKED it! I was at the milestone and didn’t even know it!

I ran to the the closet, and pulled out this Lulu Lemon sweater. It’s annoyed me forever that I could wear their leggings in size 20 but could never find a sweater in bigger than 16.

I have this one for progress. And it wouldn’t do up, not even close.

The thing is, it’s ok for me to want Chinese food. I really do love it.

The thing that I need to remind myself is that I CAN have it, but I just don’t need to have it today.

I didn’t have chicken balls today, but I kept my commitment to myself- and tonight I wore my progress sweater out of the house!

07/31/2024

Hi friends!

I’ve been pretty public with my journey lately because nearly every single woman I have ever met is struggling with their weight, and always has been.

My battle started at 9. I’m experienced with ALL the plans.

But I have so many people messaging me wondering what I’ve been doing, and feeling apologetic about it, that I feel it’s only right to share! If you want to chat or have questions, as humbling as it is to show, I’m sharing because we are all in this together!

For reference, the photos with the Ferris wheel and the palm trees were both taken on days when I felt cute and handed my phone to a friend to take a photo. These were my “Skinniest” photos from those photos. Bless them for their patience with me while we got a “Good One”. These really were and still are, my faves- they aren’t “Before” photos were I look the most crappy!

June 3 of this year, I had enough of my own excuses about why I couldn’t follow a lifestyle plan I had free access too and decided to FINALLY follow the R3 program as it was written.

I started to follow the plan without trying to find work around foods like keto wraps or processed products.

When I decided I was following the plan this time, I decided I was FOLLOWING the plan, and I have.

In the palm tree photos I was busting out of my size 24 shorts.

My goal before I left for vacation 7 weeks after I was started was to wear my very old size 20’s and a pair of size 18’s,I bought by mistake and couldn’t return years ago.

7 weeks and 25lbs later, I had to retire the 24’s and I’ve been in the 20’s this whole vacation - except when I’ve been in the blue 18’s!

Is following R3 on vacation hard?
YES

But is being over 100lbs overweight on both in real life and on vacations hard?! YES!!!!

Do I have lots of weight to lose still? Absolutely.

Did I enjoy a big bowl of pasta in a gorgeous authentic Italian restaurant?
I sure did.

But have I kept my goals in mind and stuck to R3 as close as possible for MOST of the trip?!
I did, and still am.

Did I yell at Jamie in a gas station 10 minutes about not being someone who eats chips - even if they are cheaper if you buy 2 bags?
Yes, that was me (and I’m mostly sorry)

Am I grateful for the R3 program?
Truly grateful. It’s giving me my life back.

If you’ve seen me mention it and wondered about R3 or you know about it and aren’t sure where to start, I’m an open book.

We can all get where we are going, it will just more fun to go together!

Just ask!