Layla and I were working in the studio when her father showed up to help. It wasn't planned or expected but he pitched in and the creative vibes overcame any shyness he might have had. We ended up doing a lot more than I expected and family memories between father and child were made this day. He kept telling me how much his children have taught him and the happiness I see on his face and the calm knowledge I see in Layla's demeanor says it all.
It has taken me quite a while to consider myself a photographer.In my lifetime I have been daughter, sister, wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, empty nester, widow, and partner.Never in those years was I a photographer. Frankly, except for family memories, I didn't have time. Some might, and have said that I am stubborn.I prefer determined.When I had time later in my life to learn new skills, I decided to be determined about photography.It has been a Life changing,challenging new skill. I have always seen stories in the world around me,now I have a way to tell them.
