It’s Really Easy

Having children is a wonderful thing.  Really, I could probably write a book about the numerous blessings that come along with bringing a child into your home.  For example,  upon their arrival they immediately offer unconditional love.  They also keep life interesting.  They make you laugh.  You get to color in coloring books again. They keep you on your toes.  And of course, as soon as they are placed in your hands your heart overflows with a kind of love that is deeper and more pure than anything you had ever felt before. 

Everybody knows that having a baby changes everything.  But another (less talked about) thing children do?  Well, they keep you humble. 

A few weeks ago Charlie, Chanelle, and I were driving home after I had finished a photo shoot with a family.  The car was quiet and I was on cloud nine as I thought about the shoot and anticipated arriving home and uploading my work on the computer. 

Chanelle broke the silence:  Mama, I really hope you can take pictures as your job.
Surprised by her sensitivity and understanding of her Mama’s dreams, I responded:  Oh, that’s so nice of you, Chanelle.  Thank you for saying that.
Without skipping a beat she responded:  Yeah.  I hope you can do it because it’s really easy.

Yep.  Kids.  They keep you humble.

Some may think it’s easy.  Some may not.  Truth is, for me, it has been a journey that unfolds more and more at every turn.  Some days I am over-whelmed beyond words and others I am filled to the brim with excitement and passion.  Whatever kind of day it is, though, one thing hasn’t changed. . .

I absolutely love capturing time with my camera.

Recently, I was asked to take senior portraits for this beautiful young lady.  Um, before the question was completely asked my answer was ready. . . Absolutely. 

I spent an evening with this stunning young lady who filled every moment of our time together with fun and laughter.

I consider it a privilege to stand behind the lens and capture these moments.  To pause time for anyone is something that I have come to love and a responsibility that I take seriously.  I won’t lie. . .  I fret about it, I get lost in the haze of all that I don’t know.

I doubt.

I question.

Yes, I even cry (no need to chime in here, Chad). 

But in the end, doing this. . . this picture taking thing. . . always brings joy.

As I said before, the journey continues. . .

. . . one photo shoot at the time.

Thank you, Kaitlin, for the privilege of capturing these moments.  It was wonderful to work with you!

And Chanelle?  It’s not as easy as it looks.

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I’ll be back later this week for a birthday 1, birthday 2, and trick or treat wrap up.

Wishing you a Happy Monday!