Because I’ve been writing so much lately, I have had to put other job/hobby things on hold for a while. But this weekend, a couple of girls in our youth group and I traipsed around town to capture the days of their friendship before one goes off to college and the other moves with her family to Atlanta.
Aside from writing (my first hobby/job love), flitting about town with a couple of girls and my camera is one of my most favorite things to do. I spent nearly three hours with them, a lot longer than I usually take. But with each click and laugh and freeze frame, I discovered again my love for photography. I still have so much to learn about it all, but I’m not looking to make a living of it. Even if I never learn any more than I know right now, I think I’ll be happy. Life can be so lovely through the lens of my camera. I’m sure I’ll have to share more from this photo shoot with you because these two are ever so cute.
And to those of you who mentioned you are willing to guest post, a heartfelt thank you. I will contact you with more details in the days to come.
Oh, that sounds like heaven. I looooove taking pictures of girlfriends! Speaking of photography, here’s a depressing photo of the state of things in our home: http://bit.ly/bwjntS
Your traipsing and flitting probably renewed your perspective, and rejuenated your soul! What a great way to spend your day. They are so adorable!
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How fun. I love pictures. I wish I was better at taking them. Those eyes are stunning! Eyes are my favorite part of portraits. Happy Monday!
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Ah, photography and writing. I can relate, as I feel like I live between two worlds sometimes. I wish I could combine them somehow in the perfect project, just haven’t figured it out yet!
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Oh Emily…speechless!
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All right, my darling, this is one comment on several posts, all rolled into a not-very-neat package.
First of all, I love you. I spent last week in Paris with my husband (a trip to celebrate our 25th anniversary coming up on June 22!), and several times while I was there I thought of you. Each thought was a good one.
Second, I’m wondering if you’ve seen the HBO movie Temple Grandin. I watched it on the long, long flight from Paris to Charlotte. Oh, my goodness. Temple Grandin is a brilliant woman–she’s autistic, but she is highly accomplished and utterly amazing. She thinks in pictures. I thought of you several times as I marveled at her brilliance.
Third, I would love to guest post for you some time. My guess is that you’ve already received way more offers than you could ever use, but still. Sharing the page that holds your keystrokes would be such an honor.
Fourth, I love you. Because that one bears repeating. God bless you.
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Richella! You are too kind. I would love to have you guest post. And the fact that I even crossed your mind in the slightest bit while you were in Paris (Paris!) makes me feel kinda like I went there too. Except not. But at least I was thought of in Paris. And that is saying something.
LOVE this picture, emily!
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Those rosy cheeks! Those EYES (all 4 of ‘em!) They are beautiful girls. I love the reminder of “that time” in my life – when everything in front of my was a big, mysterious opportunity.
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I am a relatively new reader and just want to say how glad I am when I leave. Your words are as visual as your pictures. I’m so glad you are writing a book. Talent such as yours needs to be shared.
Dana
You definately have a gift. And those girls are totally beautiful. I feel a sudden urge to pluck my eyebrows and learn how to put on my makeup.
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Ah, the face(s) of youth…free of lines and age spots (that I swore for a couple of years were just oversized freckles.) Beautiful girls, beautifully captured. And by the way, I finally got that 50mm lens…a very surprise gift from a very dear friend. Bokeh is simply heavenly. : )
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