Perfection Over Meaningful Memories?
My niece & nephew (sis in the back on the couch). Nephew got hit in the face with a tire swing the week this photo was taken, resulting in the…
An Adoption Becomes Official
I was honored to be able to witness a special moment for this family - the adoption of a little girl. Her name is Rosalyn but they call her Rosey.…
What Crazy Rich Asians Means For People Like Me
When I saw the movie Crazy Rich Asians, I assumed the theater would be filled with primarily Asians but I was happy to see it was a mixed crowd like…
The Moment I Knew Pete Was The One
As nice as it sounds, I don’t believe in love at first site. I believe in infatuation and intuition at first site, but real love takes time. The first time…
The Difference Between Wanting to do a Good Job and Trying Too Hard
There’s a clear difference between wanting to do a good job and trying too hard. When someone wants to do a good job, it’s for themselves. They have self-love and…
Giving Things A Fair Chance and Getting Over My Fear of Bees
The longer you avoid something because you’re scared of it, the scarier it becomes. Pete took me to a Bee Keeping class for my birthday. He knows I like new…
Remembering my WHY
I’ve thought about quitting Wedding Photography recently. I’ve been a Wedding Photographer now for 11 years and have reached a place where I think, “Now what?.” My career feels like…
What Going To Dance Classes Has Taught Me
Reasons I go to dance: To exercise To work my brain and improve my memory To practice self-expression To get into my body To practice listening To let go So…
Taking Responsibility For How I Feel
One time I was at a wedding taking photos of guests seated at tables. It's a nice part of the day because by this time people have had food +…
Avoiding The Negative Spiral
I got the news about the mass shooting in Las Vegas while abroad in Thailand. One man who decided to end the lives of innocent people enjoying themselves at a…