Capturing Memories

As of late, I’ve been a little lax in the photography department.  I promised myself that I will break out the camera and snap away tomorrow because I recognized that time passes too fast.  For without photos to freeze that moment in time, that memory may be gone forever.  How often do we look at a photo from 10, 20 or even 30 years ago and say to yourself, “I remember that day as if it was yesterday.”

IMG_3472 On this perfect day, my BIL stopped at this lovely park his parents took him to when he was just  a boy.  How special I thought that he wanted to share it with his family.  For this day will forever be frozen in my memory, thanks to my need to travel with camera in hand.

 

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As evidence in this photo, I love people shots.  Over the years, I’ve taken my share of landscapes as evident in my Disney photos from years past.  If I have 1,000 shots of the EPCOT geodesic dome is probably a conservative number.  Recently, thanks to Jack, I want my photos to be up close and personal.  Subjects framed with little outside distraction.  Yes, I love to capture the faces.  This photo speaks volumes.  Skinny butt sister and her husband! 

Happy September, Friends!

 

Comments

Unknown said…
What a great reminder to seize the day and not let it pass us by.

Love the shots of the special people in your life.
September 1, 2009 at 7:57 AM
Daryl said…
Wonderful memories in the making .. is this along the Palisades Parkway?
September 1, 2009 at 10:05 AM
Maria said…
wonderful portraits, looks like a fun day with warm memories left behind.
September 1, 2009 at 10:26 AM
imom said…
I've been lax in the picture taking dept too. I've been lax in all depts! Too much kitchen remodel.

I love those shots, it really is important to capture these little moments in time.
September 1, 2009 at 11:07 AM
Asthmagirl said…
Happy September, Deb! I've missed you! Love the pictures!

Ben sends his best!
September 1, 2009 at 4:02 PM
Jamie Payne said…
You and I are having the same problem. Life gets hectic and I forget to take the camera out. It's been a while and I'm starting to miss my Nikon friend:) You've inspired me to snap some pictures this Labor Day weekend! Thanks!!
September 2, 2009 at 7:56 AM
Country Girl said…
Oh, these are a lovely surprise! So nice to see ya, Deb.
September 2, 2009 at 7:42 PM
Sue said…
Happy September to you too!! I do prefer close up shots...I always insist when getting a picture taken that the taker uses the zoom feature....hopefully leaving out my bigger lower half....
September 4, 2009 at 12:40 AM
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