Brandon Colston Photography

09/12/2022

Well, today didn't go as we hoped but it's in the hardest of times we learn the best lessons and feel the most gratitude.
Buffy was scheduled to have her teeth cleaned and removed today but Dr. Mac had a gut feeling she needed to look at some lab work before putting her under anesthesia. She was right; Buffy showed signs of advanced kidney failure so anesthesia was not an option and as a family we decided that the kindest and most loving thing to do would be to let her go before she lost her will to live and stopped eating and drinking.
I wouldn't have dreamed of leaving Robbie out of this decision or not allowing him to be part of the entire process so I immediately went and picked him up from school. On the way there he told me he wanted to be the one to hold her when she went to heaven. And of course, I gave him that honor. On the way home I told him how proud I was of him for understanding the importance of caring for old animals and helping to make sure they never ever suffer.
This is what he said...
(And for those of you who don't know, Robbie was adopted from the foster care system after years of severe abuse and neglect.)
"I know how it feels not to be loved or cared for and I don't want any animal of mine to ever feel that way. It's only sad for us when they go to heaven. It's a happy day for them. Thank you for being proud of me. Are you ok, Mom?"
From the mouths of babes.
(As our story is being shared more and more I feel like I need to add a little more context and also give you a deeper glimpse into the heart of my son. We adopt senior dogs. Robbie LOVES adopting senior dogs. He is sadly aware the longer a child remains in foster care the less likely they are to be adopted. He told me once "if all you guys had wanted was a baby, you would have never gotten me." He relates to our "old people" (that's what we call our senior dogs) in much the same way.
He has also reminded me on several occasions that it doesn't matter how long you have something for how much you love it. I asked him what he meant and he said "well you've only known me for two years but you love me like it's been forever." Yes, my son is the coolest.)
Credit: Maria Henry Gay

12/04/2018

Had a chance to go shoot some family portraits last weekend. Always a fun time with Robyn Eastman and her crew. If you or your mama and them need some pics for the Christmas card, let me know, we can make it happen.

11/05/2018

Ive been slacking on posting updates of my photography adventures the last...oh...several years, but I can't wait to share some images of some weddings I was lucky enough to be able to shoot. Had a blast and I think we came away with some good photos as well. Hey, a blind squirrel finds a nut every now and then.... Anyway, stay tuned and as soon as I get the all clear from my clients I'll be sharing those images here. Have a great week everyone.

10/29/2018

Hey folks. I know I know...it’s not even Halloween yet but it’s almost... anyway, let me holler at you about the Christmas/Hanukkah/Kwanza/Christmakuh/Festivus season.
Do you or someone you know have a holiday party coming up either at home or maybe an office party? Wouldn’t you love to have photos of your shenanigans at said holiday party? Wouldn’t you also like to have those photos as prints before you go home from the party that night?!? Well step right up, you’ve come to the right place. Turns out I know a guy who’s a photographer (spoiler alert...it’s me) and he also has onsite printing capabilities for 4x6, 5x7, 6x8 and even 8x10 sizes. We take your picture, you go party and have fun, and we will have it waiting in a frame for you before you leave at the end of the night.
If this sounds like something right up your alley, hit me up, let’s chat about it. If you know somebody that might be interested, tell your mama and them to let me know and we will work something out.

Thanks for reading,
-BC

08/08/2017

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04/15/2016

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03/07/2016

On Friday, one of the Stars Ice Girls was proposed to by her now fiance and one of my great and talented photographer friends Tim Heitman Photography was trusted to be there to capture the moments. I chipped in on the secondary assist with a few edits.

03/07/2016

The best realtor team I know of in DFW. If you're looking to buy or sell, especially in the Mansfield area, give them a shout, they know their stuff. Thanks for letting me help with some new photos guys!

03/07/2016

Well...its been a minute since I put any of my work up here on the Facebooks. I've been so busy I just haven't had the time. Good problem to have. Anyway, keep an eye out for some of the stuff I've done recently. I'll post it as I find a spare moment or two. Thanks to everybody who has trusted me to mash the buttons!

03/28/2015

Very useful information. https://www.facebook.com/akarosebud/posts/10203669760334047

02/20/2015