My Handsome... and did I mention talented... Husband

A few photos I shot of my hubby while he was working on a song he's writing!

Unexpected Blessing

Since my decision to spend more time taking photos and learning the art of photography, I've had the opportunity to come across some extremely talented photographers. One such photographer is not only very talented, but is dedicated to sharing her gift as a photographer for the glory of God. I like to read her blog and check out her photos of her two young boys... especially since I am the mother of a little guy myself. Today, I was surprised to find a very transparent entry on Rachel's blog... and as I read, God truly spoke to me. She talked about her struggle with self-image (something I am no stranger to... as anyone who knows me well could tell you) and her realization that God created her and he equipped her with gifts or "talents" for a specific reason. She shared the "Parable of the Talents" from the scripture. I was amazed because not even a few hours before I had read the same passage as part of my daily quiet time. I know God created me for a purpose and I know he has entrusted me with everything I have. All I have, all I am is a gift... a gift with a responsibility. And, until I learn to be faithful with what I've been entrusted, I know Christ cannot possibly lead me on to do bigger and better things for His Kingdom. So, thank you Rachel for the unexpected reminder... and for the encouragement of knowing there are others out there who share my struggles, prayers, and experiences! What an unexpected blessing!

... on a side note, Rachel also has issued a challenge to her readers to get in front of the camera with their kiddos every week for the next year. I'm already a few weeks behind, but I thought I would accept her challenge. Maybe this will help me get over my camera-shyness and help me learn to enjoy not only being behind the lens but being in front of it as well. I will be sending my photos to Rachel's blog as well as posting them to my blog each week. I hope you enjoy!
I'll try to have my first post up tomorrow!

Duck Pond

So... the weather was so beautiful yesterday morning we decided to go out to the duckpond at VT. Declan had so much fun chasing the ducks into the water, petting dogs and watching an otter catch fish in the pond.... YES... an OTTER!!! did you know there were otters in Tech's duckpond??? I sure didn't! Anyway... it was a great day. Here are a few photos I was able to get before my batteries died!

And here's one Jimmy caught of Declan and I getting close to the ducks... the batteries died as soon as he snapped the photo!

Baby Aiden

At our BCM Superbowl party Declan got to meet a new little friend. His name is Aiden and he's the son of some campus ministry friends of ours at Radford. Isn't he a doll?

Frozen

Here are a few photos I took last week during the freezing rain and icing!

Our Little Music Man!

New Look?

Ok, so I think I finally am satisfied with the look of my blog... at least for now. I can't tell you how many hours I have stared at html codes wondering if my eyes could truly freeze in a crossed position!!!! Anyway... Please give me some feedback on the new look... I really want constructive criticism so I can make any important changes that you all suggest.

PS.... I hope to upload some new photos later this week.... things have been pretty crazy for us lately and I haven't had much time with my camera!

Thanks!!! :O)