The truth is, I rarely take photos of my own children. I know. You’d think I’d be snapping photos left and right. The truth is, work is work and home is home. And really… they’re teenagers. They aren’t so interested in hanging with mom for a photo shoot. Quarantine time is a little different, I guess. I convinced my daughter to let me snap a few photos of her. I haven’t even edited them all but a favorite stood out to me.
Would you just look at that face?! She’s sweet. She’s kind and while she may not love it when I force her in front of my camera, I love having her there. It made my heart happy to be out taking photos. It made my heart happier that it was my daughter.
I know life is not perfect right now. (Isn’t that an understatement?) We are all struggling with the way the world is and with how it’s changing our dy to day lives. The truth is, though, we still have to identify and embrace the little moments that bring us joy. I think that’s the key to survival and not just in a pandemic. For me, it’s morning cups of coffee, getting folks in front of my camera, a sleepy dog cuddled up next to me, alone time with my husband and those brief moments that my kids hold still and spend time with me. That’s why this picture makes me so happy. That’s my girl. So, I hope you can find some little piece of joy for yourself during these crazy times.
xoxo
Donna
