Wednesday, August 29, 2012

A FEW THOUGHTS ON DREAMS

I keep going around in circles trying to think of the best way to start this post and the sad thing is, this silly sentence was the best I could think of. Anyways, here's the story I'm getting to. 

A few days ago I went to a home visit. You see, my job entails working with children with disabilities and their families to assist them in locating community resources. During this visit I met a delightful young lady and her loving family. This girl has lived her entire life with cerebral palsy that has left her without full function of her legs and right arm. She's a beautiful and smart young lady enrolled in college with her entire future planned. She explained to me that her parents instilled in her the self assured knowledge that she can do anything she wants to do and the words "I can't" are never to be spoken. As she spoke of her college plans and future dreams, she glowed in delight. She KNEW without a doubt that she was going to do great things in this world. Her mom, while expressing her love and devotion to her daughter, gleamed with joy and tears in her eyes. 

How quickly most of us allow the shortcomings and doubts slow us down or stop us from getting to where God has planned for us to be. This young lady reminds me and encourages me to be better and work harder. I just wanted to share her story so that you might also find some encouragement because God, He uses our shortcomings to show His strength and power. We must never doubt His plans for us. I'm excited to see where He will take me, you and especially this amazing young lady.

Wednesday, August 15, 2012

BELLA SKYE IN THE MAKING!

I had the pleasure of photographing my cousin and his beautiful family a couple of weekends ago. Perla is the most beautiful mommy-to-be I've ever seen, just look at the way she glows! In these photos she's 34 weeks into her pregnancy, I know, wouldn't it be great if we could all look this great while with child?! And Estrella, well, she's going to be one heck of a big sister! Enjoy!
























Monday, August 6, 2012

INTRODUCING THE RAMOS FAMILY

There's nothing like a pair of kids who know how to work the camera! This family was so fun to photograph, not just because I've known them for the majority of my life and they're like family, but because you can see the closeness of their family through the photos. It may have been a little hot (scorching), there may have been ants, allergies and lack of refreshments but the photos we were able to capture show nothing but the love of a family! Please, enjoy these fun images of the Ramos family!














Thursday, August 2, 2012

BABY ADALYNN WAS BAPTIZED

Adalynn will steal your heart the moment you meet her! She makes the sweetest little faces and does not fuss like most babies! She was baptized last week and all of her family shared in the joy! I was so honored to be a part of her special day :)