12/30/2024
It's been just over 10 years since I've taken photos for a family other than my own. Even in those 10 years I've only picked my camera up a hand full of times. My last photoshoot was of my parents before my dad passed away. He was still feeling pretty good and not in much pain at that point. Just 10 moths after that shoot my dad was gone. Greif took hold in so many ways and I just couldn't bring myself to pick up my camera. I've had friends and family ask me to take photos but I just couldn't. A lot has changed in my life over these past few years both personal and professional. A lot of growth, realization, and even more prayer...
About a month ago was semiformal for 2 of my kids. Without even thinking about it I pulled my camera out. I went with the group of kids and parents and took photos and just started snapping. I didn't realize how much I enjoyed it and maybe missed it until I was looking through the proofs. Not long after that I had a friend ask if I would take their family photos. I said yes.
This past Saturday was the day. I was nervous. I explained to the family that it had been a long time since I took photos last and I was rusty. I thought about my dad- only got teary eyed twice. With butterflies in my stomach and a shaky hand I pulled my camera out. The nerves melted away and I found myself in the middle of my first photo shoot in 10 years. I want to thank Cyndi and her family for being so down to earth and amazing to work with and for approaching me about taking their family photos. This has been a huge step forward for me. Thank you.
