tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-73040282912938464902024-03-20T12:49:33.727-07:00memoryofathousandwordsSnapshot Sharonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11999940570228027038noreply@blogger.comBlogger245125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7304028291293846490.post-22090591552658173472018-05-23T09:15:00.002-07:002018-05-23T09:15:39.733-07:00I am always surprised at how fast time really does fly! 2018 is no exception. From January to Steve being laid off in February, to a trip visiting family around the country in March, to a new grandson in April, to allergies and a new job for Steve in May, I have barely been able to turn the pages of the calendar. Spring normally has me thinking and shooting(photography) pageants, graduations, and award ceremonies. This year, my only concern is surviving allergy season. May is almost over and I can barely see the coming of the end of allergy season.<br />
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January gave us snow and fun as we bounced into the new year.<br />
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February gave us a pink slip, time to work on projects around the house, and apprehension to see what God had in store for us. The company that Steve worked for closed their doors. With time on our hands, we planned a trip to Washington State to see Jamie and Christina.<br />
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After three weeks out west, we came home to celebrate Darcy's third birthday.<br />
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April 12th, gave us Oliver James Woodroof. Three and a half years ago, my friends wished me farewell. I was to be a grandmother. All of my friends knew how much time I would invest in my new role, being a grandmother! Darcy's brother, Oliver arrived two weeks after her third birthday. TIME HAS FLOWN.</div>
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This year, we handled allergies differently. I usually load up and head to Florida to avoid bronchitis. Instead of Florida, I stayed locked indoors in Huntsville with the Woodroofs for three weeks. Then transferred to Jon's house in Oxford. I am now at home trying to overcome the last hints of the season. Between 6 meds and AC, I hope June will be filled with fresh air and clear lungs.<br />
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Snapshot Sharonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11999940570228027038noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7304028291293846490.post-84137208804580256612016-12-26T07:01:00.000-08:002016-12-26T07:02:22.857-08:00Bear Finds A Home It was the Christmas of 2016 and the place was over the hills and through the woods. The little girl was just shy of her second birthday. The small pile of presents had come to an end with one more gift for her to open. As she tore one end of the wrapping, There was no mistaking the delight as she grabbed the head of her new bear friend and freed him from his cage of paper. She immediately tucked him under her arm and headed for the tree with all the pretty things. In an attempt to help her look at the bear, someone reached out to help her and touched the bear. She had been slow to verbalize with words but the look of her face when someone else dared to touch HER bear was unmistakable. Her serious glare was a clear, "NO! You did not just touch MY bear." <br />
She clutched her bear tighter and continued on to the tree. Not sure what her intentions, we just watched. She moved the suitcase from under the tree to create a small bench. She struggled to get her bear situated right on the edge of the case and facing the tree. Once she was sitting right next to her friend, she pointed at the tree and said, "Bough bough." <br />
She took ornaments one by one off of the tree and put them in bear's face, obviously telling him the stories of each memory. We all sat there captivated by her interaction with her bear. No one else existed. Just her and "bear."<br />
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Snapshot Sharonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11999940570228027038noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7304028291293846490.post-79198057699175755792016-03-23T08:58:00.002-07:002016-03-23T08:58:28.620-07:00Daddy and A Broken Heart<h2>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif; font-size: large;"> The other day, I was at a pageant. As adults, we know there will be winners and losers. It is a lesson of life. Tender hearts are crushed while others are validated and celebrated. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif; font-size: large;"> With my camera in hand, I watched the extraordinary moment. Of course, you have some say, "Suck it up, Buttercup." "Better luck next time." "You are a winner." But not this dad!!!</span></div>
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She went out with a goal in her heart, and she came back crushed.</div>
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He held her softly and sheltered her feelings the best he could.</div>
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He wiped her tears and spoke to her heart.</div>
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Then he let her cry all over again as she hunted for understanding.</div>
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As I watched this man, I thought of all the tender moments he will have to shape and mold this tiny heart to follow after the Father's heart. To know that HE is there for her whatever she faces.</div>
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I prayed for this man to have wisdom as she grows. We all know that life gives us a great deal more to cry about, to understand, to take hold, to conquer, to be disappointed.</div>
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This story is about two little football players who were minding their own conversation while trying to keep up with the team. They really had no intentions of keeping up with the team because they are just walking and talking. It is half time, and the team moved to the north end goal post. The talking buddies just figured they would make their way going behind the opponents cheerleaders so they would not get in their way. But as they approached, their own cheerleaders filed in behind the other cheerleaders, blocking their passage. Regardless of how much the coach coaxed them to move over to where he is and walk with him, they were lost. Like a couple of mice that discovered they are surrounded by a room of sleeping cats, they froze. Startled and scared, they stood there not even go backwards. Stopping all words, they understand immediately, there is trouble. The coach takes a few steps back and over to them to bring them to safety. I could not help think of these little fellows coming face to face with life. They will be walking along, minding their own business and then they will scramble through their mind's file for any info to help them figure this out. </div>
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Every morning, my hubby and I talk about the goals for the day. I had three goals for this day. The top goal was to go to an estate sale and get the green, vintage, industrial lamp I am excited to say CHECK that box, that goal is done! Second and third on the list is to clean out the two cars that I have filled with things from Jonathan's house and yard sales along the way. </div>
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I can hardly wait to clean up that lamp. What I thought was rust is a small piece of glue putty that has no business being there. The shade is 16 inches across and will be amazing in my rustic kitchen.</div>
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I need to go work on the rest of the goals. Happy shopping friends!</div>
<br />Snapshot Sharonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11999940570228027038noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7304028291293846490.post-38976125531784342342015-08-31T16:24:00.000-07:002015-08-31T16:24:28.692-07:00Finding order and more goodiesToday, I needed to go pick up and drop off some things at my son's house. On my way, I went by Sears to exchange a broken shovel and do a few other errands. <br />
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When I go to town, I try to always drop in a thrift store or two. It is a bit like therapy or an addiction.<br />
Either way, today I found this beautiful doll bed that I cannot wait to use for another photo shoot with my Darcy girl.<br />
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Another find was this laundry organizer that I figured to use in a future flea market booth to hang clothes to sell. When I got home and thought of my own laundry room, I changed my mind.</div>
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While I was at the store, we joked about the this cover that was tucked down inside which I thought was a zippered enclosure that allowed you to hide all the laundry in one big cover bag. I WAS WRONG. I pulled it out and found three things down inside the hanging bags.</div>
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This is what I thought was the organizer cover.</div>
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It is a canopy cover that says Georgia Tech on 4 sides. </div>
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Under that, I found a Christmas wreath, new with tags.</div>
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Snapshot Sharonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11999940570228027038noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7304028291293846490.post-15631876114962019602015-07-30T09:40:00.002-07:002015-07-30T09:40:21.859-07:00Log Shaving<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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And we begin the cleaning of the logs with our draw knife. I love decorative pieces that I can just pull off the wall and use.</div>
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About two weeks ago, I started the process of my first piece of log furniture. I said, "Honey, this is what I want."</div>
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So began the wall unit that will be built for our living room. Custom, rustic, and what should have been built a long time ago. </div>
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Today, we cut the logs out of our own woods and put the on the porch to dry. It will be a couple of months for the drying to happen. Meanwhile, we will shave the bark off and design the piece.</div>
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<br />Snapshot Sharonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11999940570228027038noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7304028291293846490.post-90787093677786600582015-07-29T13:40:00.002-07:002015-07-29T13:40:39.624-07:00Framed White BurlapOnce again, I see a project and love the idea. Implementation is another story. I would rather take pictures and dream than put the FINALity to an item. <br />
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When I stopped by a thrift store, on my way home, I spotted some white burlap pieces, silver play cups, napkins, table cloth, and tulle ribbon stuff.<br />
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I have been sitting on these awesome canvas stretchers and knew the white burlap would have a purpose. <br />
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Another one of my projects is painting the two frames white with interior chalkboard paint.<br />
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Snapshot Sharonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11999940570228027038noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7304028291293846490.post-68238739134839283782015-07-27T14:49:00.002-07:002015-07-27T14:49:49.387-07:00What makes a good image?Often, my attention is directed towards a photo and I am asked, "Do you think this is good?" <br />
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Example: Photo 1 could be used several ways. Focus on the plant while maintaining a morning soft feel. Photo 1 has no value if the purpose was to get details of the farm. <br />
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Photo 2 is only valuable if this is the only picture of the farm that exists. It would be remarkably better if I had moved over two feet and avoided the blurred plant blocking the view of the farm. <br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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Focus plays a major role in developing purpose. I took both of these images on purpose to demonstrate how focus helps to see your purpose and accomplish your own intentions next time you are out shooting.<br /><br />
<br />Snapshot Sharonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11999940570228027038noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7304028291293846490.post-4725358870163723182015-07-26T11:36:00.000-07:002015-07-26T11:37:02.609-07:00Color Preference?Sometimes, I capture an image that strikes me so well I dare to play with several edits. Photographers are constantly pulled between color and black and white. We live in a world of fun, creative ideas to enhance our lives. One lesson in my photography class was to examine the work of others and find out what we like, what part of the image speaks to us, what does it say, why do you see that, and do you like it? Below are some examples of edits that may or may not do anything for you. The image was taken on an early morning bike ride in Georgia (U.S.). I love the color <br />
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And thought immediately of this scripture and edited below.</div>
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Just for my own curiosity, I used a black and white filter.</div>
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Then, I thought of different purposes and ideas which brought on the below edits.</div>
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Snapshot Sharonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11999940570228027038noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7304028291293846490.post-55918296012723018252015-07-21T07:30:00.000-07:002015-07-21T07:30:13.232-07:00More on the Photo ShedThis week, I have been trying to focus on my photo storage shed. My photo props need a home, and the Gracious Oaks need a storage area for wedding decor. Last month, maybe the month before, I turned one corner of recovering the outside of the shed. I am using gray pressure treated fencing that I bought from a friend's leftovers.<br />
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Today, I turned the other corner. Steve watches the project from afar, being careful to let me make my mistakes. After all, this is not his project. Today, my arm was really wanting some muscles to hammer in the nails on the siding, but I managed. The exercise is good for me, and the shed is coming right along.</div>
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Last weekend, I was able to see little Darcy again. Two weekends in a row. She is growing so fast. She tries to talk and communicate with me but the second I turn on the video she is MUMS THE WORD! Steve was able to sneak in last week and get some conversation with her.</div>
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Snapshot Sharonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11999940570228027038noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7304028291293846490.post-71534900913472083632015-07-14T06:11:00.000-07:002015-07-14T06:15:51.328-07:00Guntersville Has Art!<br />
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If there is an outdoor store anywhere around, my oldest daughter can feel it in her bones. Christina loves the outdoors and all the wonderful accessories that go with looking great while you hike, ski, bike, or boat. Recently, my daughter and I were traveling from Huntsville to Gadsden and had to stop at <a href="http://www.guntersvilleoutfitters.com/index.php/home">Guntersville Outfitters</a>. </div>
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We shopped, tried on some clothes, and took our time before we paid for our selections. We spoke with Dylan about summertime fun and her art projects. She directed our attention to the display of wonderful art that she had for sale and smiled. You could tell she loved each piece, Artists are like parents; each work is a part of themselves. </div>
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I loved the artist's sweet personality the moment I spoke to her. The prices were amazing, and my daughter has artwork in her home that will always take her back to this time and place.</div>
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Dylan, it was a joy to meet you! Thank you for allowing us the opportunity to have you in our lives always.</div>
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This is one of my favorite birthing room pictures. Minutes before, with tears, this dad watched his daughter's birth. From the excitement of seeing life being brought into this world to the overwhelming task of what do I do now, every father will face this same dilemma. </div>
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At every turn, there will be the doubts, the not-so good days, the failures, the successes, the accomplishments, and the ever hanging question in your mind, am I doing this right?</div>
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So, when this father was given the instruction to change her diaper for the first time, I snapped this shot. Thankfully, a nurse was kind enough to give a step by step guide to the task. </div>
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To me, this picture is more than a father facing the simple task of caring for a baby. Somewhere in this moment is a father asking the Heavenly Father for guidance. "You gave us this precious little baby, please give us knowledge, wisdom, and understanding to know what is best. Help us to trust you for the patience and calm when we do not have answers."</div>
<br />Snapshot Sharonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11999940570228027038noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7304028291293846490.post-16033749453709562012014-12-04T10:57:00.002-08:002014-12-04T10:57:33.978-08:00Photo ChallengeThis week, I was challenged to do a set of 12 shots using the Sunny 16 Rule. The Rule states that on a sunny day you can shoot at F16 using an ISO and shutter speed that mirror each other. Example ISO at 200 would give you proper exposure at 1/200th shutter speed. So, I go out and walk around my yard to see if I can learn anything. Well the clouds mix with the sunshine and that, in itself, throws the rule off. Determined to learn, I venture on. adjusting a few settings. Then, I come to this awesome subject. I put aside the learning to get the image.<br />
Sunny 16 Settings ~ F 16 ISO 200 SS 1/200<br />
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Aggravated at trying to figure out a "RULE" and not getting anywhere, I pop my camera over to the P (professional) and grab the image. I LOVE and I mean LOVE the colors and excitement going on down in the center of the acorn husk. The raindrop is leaching a natural oak dye into the bowl. Anyway back to the challenge.</div>
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I learned and know and understand the Triangle of settings. I am slowly coming to understand the lenses and the effect of the zoom and bokeh and such that goes into an image. </div>
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I also know how to get what I want out of an image if given enough time. PURPOSE is MORE than HUGE when it comes to images. Focal points, light, Depth of field are more to me than subjects I read about in a magazine or a tutorial. </div>
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So, I walk around a little bit more to get the Sunny 16 completed, snapping interesting subjects. The clouds make for challenges. </div>
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Once I am at the computer (NO EDITS ALLOWED), I download and go to read an article on the Sunny 16 RULE. http://www.digital-photo-secrets.com/tip/1565/the-sunny-16-rule/ I found it interesting, but I also understand WHY the rule is going away. TECHNOLOGY and PURPOSE. The society is no longer dependent upon RULES to get an image to serve their purpose. Rules become more like guides. the Sunny 16 is in my opinion a basic starting point to ALL the weather rules. If you shoot in snow . . . If it is cloudy. . . and so on. I will ever be grateful to my photography teacher for the care and attention she put into our class. The assignments may have been more of a curriculum than the teacher, but she put care into helping us understand what each element could do. She is the reason my camera is a tool. I USE MY CAMERA, The camera does not dictate to me what the purpose of the image is. My heart tells my mind what I want and my mind uses the camera.</div>
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I tried to only shoot when the sun was it's brightest so I could stay on the F 16 setting. I need to read up on this rule more to better understand how to move away from it to get to my purpose. I tend to shoot more portrait/detail which lends itself more to the open F stop.</div>
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Snapshot Sharonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11999940570228027038noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7304028291293846490.post-23943580865696844622014-10-27T10:55:00.002-07:002014-10-27T10:55:54.383-07:00Good Days, So-So Days, and Frustrating DaysWe all have them. The sweet, relaxed, refreshing days along with the confused, depressed days make up the story of our life. Some days, I wake up with my feet in the "go" position and nothing stops me. I accomplish my to do lists, pay the bills, clean the tubs, and look for more to add to my list so that I can check it off. Other days, I wake up going and quickly fizzle out accomplishing very little but still feeling good and relaxed. Today has not been one of those days. I woke up thinking and planning of three projects at once. It is after noon, and I am still trying to decide between three projects. Those three projects are as follows: Clean my kitchen ( I mean CLEAN the kitchen),<br />
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Sunday morning, I was up before sunrise to capture a picture for a client's wedding day. As I watched God's paintbrush in action, the sky lit up with glorious color. </div>
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On purpose, I took this in the family field where the ceremony took place.</div>
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As the color faded, the daylight took over, and I could see my way to walk through the field. I prayed for the couple and God's hand to be at work in their lives and in my own.</div>
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It was such a sweet time of fellowship in God's garden. I was walking through the field when I noticed a unique plant. I pounced on it. I felt special to see such a treasure. A heart filled with Love from God on such a quiet, beautiful day.</div>
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Then, I came across these pretty clover like stalks.</div>
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I added them to the heart and became even more delighted.</div>
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Another couple of steps, I began to see color everywhere in this field of green.</div>
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I added the bright red and green leaves to the mix.</div>
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Along the walk, I spyed another beauty and thought of my sister's love for the color purple.</div>
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Yes, it was complete now. I had a special bouquet along with a wonderful walk in the garden. I thought of the song lyrics, " I come to the garden alone, while the dew is still on the roses . . ."</div>
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The song implies I came alone but God didn't leave me there alone. I feel just a bit more special in that God came with me to the garden and never left my side. I am blessed and encouraged by God's love for me and how he shows me how special I am by handing me a beautiful bouquet.</div>
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I absolutely love to photograph children. I learn so much about my own desire to balance between what I reach for and the trust my Father to be there If I should fail.<div>
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This little boy was perfectly okay to climb as long as he could feel his father's hands reaching and touching him. When he got too high to feel his father's hand be retreated to go down. From above his sister called for him to trust her to climb. "You can do it! I'll be here to help you!" I hear my own sisters calling to me, "You can do this! One step at a time!" I remember this father standing patiently not saying a word to coax or push, just supporting the little fellow if he was needing arms to fall into! I am a brave individual most of the time, but I do play safe. I watched this little guy reach a little higher, to go beyond what he knew, to trust his helper to be at the top with him. As I type this blog, I am in tears at the love, compassion, and patience that my heavenly Father has for me. I do not trust Him as much as He deserves but he still stands patient, waiting and knowing that He will rejoice over my full trust in Him!</div>
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I also like a child, reach the top, spread my arms, and say, "SEE WHAT I HAVE DONE!" And all the while, my Father waits patiently. I am reminded every time I open an awesome image, my Father is the author and finisher of my faith. I am in His production. He may let me star in a role here and there, but He directs my heart to find and see the things he needs me to see. Let me dry these tears and get back to working on some more awesome images. Thanks for reading.<br /><br /></div>
Snapshot Sharonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11999940570228027038noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7304028291293846490.post-66819152861260867482014-08-17T09:18:00.001-07:002014-08-17T09:18:03.331-07:00Okay it is official! I can now tell the world! I will tell my 5 friends in the blog world! I AM A grandma!!! I will get to hold my grandbaby sometime around March 24!!!! They did not have plans to make me a grandma, but I am so excited! Our Curly Top will have a baby!Snapshot Sharonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11999940570228027038noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7304028291293846490.post-6029648905508709702014-07-20T09:20:00.002-07:002014-07-20T09:20:45.160-07:00Here I sit again, wondering why I do not make time to post everyday. Sometimes, I think about moving all of my news and photos over here. Then, I remember this is where I go to be more personal. A friend said, this is less private than you think. She is right! I am shocked at how many people view my blog and I do not even know who they are.<br />
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I have been thinking about cleaning out my upstairs photo closet. I am reminded of the clean sweep method where ALL IS REMOVED. Then, you redesign and layout the plan. Then you move things that you want to keep back in. I think I am too afraid of all the junk that I would think is worth keeping.<br />
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For example, I have about 70 pairs of overalls that I have used in the past and will continue to. Here is an example of what I use them for.<br />
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Since I am thinking of centering my focus to children's photography, I should keep the smaller overalls and let go of the others. Then I remember this one.</div>
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We had so much fun! I love overalls. Still maybe it is time to thin down the collection.</div>
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Snapshot Sharonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11999940570228027038noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7304028291293846490.post-749901574346729122014-06-12T16:01:00.001-07:002014-06-12T16:01:22.051-07:00This week, I have tried to stay focused on just maintaining. I have not really accomplished much in the declutter area. This week, I have built a new trail on the property called Jessica's trail. It is about 150-200 ft long. I completed about 100 ft so far. The baby birds have hatched and I try to take a picture every day of their progress.<br />
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Today, I went to the neighborhood field and picked some flowers. I called them mystery flowers, because I do not know what they are. I sorted, bundled, and hung them to dry. They will be added to wedding bouquets that I can offer to brides depending on how they dry.</div>
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I now have three bouquet ideas to offer to brides that want to get married on our property.</div>
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Snapshot Sharonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11999940570228027038noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7304028291293846490.post-6312409801208689152014-06-04T11:54:00.002-07:002014-06-04T11:54:44.217-07:00CARDS to encourage the worldToday's Goal is to go from a complete full drawer ( 12 inches x 15 inches x 10 inches deep) of odd and various cards down to this little organized portable file. I do not need 200 birthday cards, 50 graduation cards, and 100 wedding cards. And I for sure do not need 500 BLANK cards that I will never mail nor give to anyone. Believe it or not the cards pictured here are organized into divided categories. Now to narrow my cards to a manageable blessing that can be used to bless everyone.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Yes, it is the floor. No, I do not know how long it has been since I have seen this area of my office. Almost looks like wasted space. Snapshot Sharonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11999940570228027038noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7304028291293846490.post-61391243438647884982014-06-02T11:46:00.001-07:002014-06-02T11:46:51.598-07:00<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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So, I am working on decluttering. I find these boxes that I just taped up in April. WHAT WHAT is in these boxes. I know they are taped up for a reason. I have been walking pass them for two weeks, thinking I will get to them. Well, an hour ago was that time. As I am removing the tape, I remember. I had put fresh rose buds form my daughters yard in them in hopes that they would dry and be so so so pretty. I opened to check and was surprised to find,<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I am so excited to work with them, but I digress. I retaped them, stuck them back on the shelf, and continue with my declutter.Snapshot Sharonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11999940570228027038noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7304028291293846490.post-513843992245387792014-06-02T10:40:00.000-07:002014-06-02T10:40:14.801-07:00It's a big day for me. I have been working, once again, on my office. Declutter is what I say but Reclutter is what I find myself doing!!! <br />
Well, today I came to a big suitcase of old pictures that I took and tried to resale to all the softball T ball teams. I opened the suitcase and cleaned it all out, placing hundreds of baseball pictures in the trash. I reminded myself the whole time that If noone thought they were good enough to buy, WHY AM I STORING THEM?????? A good thought to help me trash them. But<br />
Then my heart jumped for excitement when I realised I HAD THROWN AWAY PICTURES> YES me the great picture saver person HAD THROWN AWAY pictures and Good pictures at that!!!!!<br />
Then I had to just come blog about it. SO rejoice with me, my dear few friends who even follow me over here.<br />
I want to hug each one of you. All 4 of you!Snapshot Sharonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11999940570228027038noreply@blogger.com0