As 2012 nears to a close, I am reflecting on what worked and what still needs improvement. It was a good year, both personally and professionally, so I am not one of those people just waiting for it to close so they can move on to 2013. My one complaint, however, is that 2012 was...
A little over two years ago I came to know a photographer named Amanda Reed (www.amanda-reed.com). I had read an article she wrote, in which she explained that you should put your family first and say no to things you didn’t want to do. Or something like that. I was struck by her confidence in...
Having friends is great. Having talented photographer friends is awesome. Having talented photographer friends who can work both sides of the camera is even more awesome. And spending the day with them at the Goodstone Inn in Middleburg is just about the best.day.ever. And did I mention that they also picked up the lunch check...
Surgery and Recovery: In early October 2010 I flew down to Jacksonville, Florida for my surgery at the Mayo Clinic. It seemed a bit extensive to go back to Florida, but being in Jacksonville, away from all the distractions, helps me be more at peace. After being referred to the head of endocrinology (Dr. Smallridge)...
Today marks one year since my surgery to remove my thyroid. I feel amazed and overwhelmed to even write that. And so blessed. The last few weeks I’ve had this story buzzing through my head. Different sentences at different moments. And I knew I just had to sit and write it all down. I want...
