KODAK MOMENT of the Day

I was shooting all over Manhattan that day and made my way down Broadway from Times Square to Union Square, where I stopped with a single frame left on my last roll of Portra 800. The last one had to be amazing, so a previously unfathomable patience set in. Then I discovered this chess match with all the right pieces: the boy swinging above his weight with his father at his side, the wizened park grandmaster, the crowd postponing the rest of their days. I lined up the shot, fired, and took off with apathy about who won. How could I care about the outcome? I had to get this roll developed.

Penny boards, bork a lots, and sunsets. Would recommend.

We were throwing the football around as we always do on Sundays here in Lubbock, Tx. The boys were thirsty and I told my older son Kaiden (8), to go help Kyler (4) get a drink from the park water fountain. Lucky for me, I had my S8Plus phone on me to capture these two silly boys doing what they do best, bringing a smile to my face. A true Kodak Moment!!! One of many moments these two give me each and every day. I am truly blessed with two very handsome young men!

Waiting for her very first play date at the children's museum. 

Being an Erasmus student means also visiting places all around, living the moment, take a photo... when a Northern Sea-wave is coming to you and the wind makes you in a mess. Just love it!

Omg I look like I’m waiting for a fly to go in my mouth. ???

Just another walk with mommy but this time I chose to wear my tutu and leotard. 

A fun day at the park showing mommy I can do hopscotch

Emma is 4 years old and loves all living creatures, especially the little buggys. She found her little bug friend at the park and named him Charlie. After about 10 minutes or so she lost Charlie and was devastated.

We love to go to the local skate park and watch my son do his magic on his board, it is amazing.

On my boys first visit to the country fair, they braved their first roller coaster.  Their expressions are priceless!

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My granddaughter is always such a happy girl and loves to pose for pictures but capturing this exciting moment when we decided to do something special in New York City was priceless

Just simply enjoying the summer breeze with the bestest mommy ever, who wouldn't smile!

My grandson in a big clump: the feature of Holland when I lived in Delft

Sweet nap my son and our yorkie Penny 

Under the rocks are snails and we can fills our pockets and let them go one by one all day in a brand new place.

My youngest son loves to joke and he’s great at making me laugh. Here we’re on a mother/son vacation and he’s making a face without me knowing it since he’s so excited to be on vacation. 

This is my sister, the mother of the bride and her sweet hubby dancing the night away and enjoying their daughters big day!  It was truly a beautiful and special event! 

I think it's safe to say they're #KindaWeirdMoments.

 I babysit for my grandchildren Edgar and Maya three times a week they are my joy. We have so much fun together. You’re always playing games watching cartoon movies together coloring they keep me going day after day and it makes me feel so young. There’s nothing like grandchildren, they are the best. 

On a fall Sunday morning I took my 4 year old to the local park to try his hand with a fishing pole.  In 5 minutes he had his first catch!

The evil queen

Never forget to smile.

Our Gatsby themed wedding brought all ages to the dance floor. That's our little ring bearer, Benjamin, having a great time with his Auntie Grace. Even after taking photos all day in brisk Chicago weather, Benji still kept the party going!

Having you was a dream......i hope we can enjoy this journey

There are plenty of fish in the sea. Luckily, I caught you and made you into a delicious sushi roll! 

Our first trip together in SF

This was at an annual event, "Walk in the Park" to celebrate awareness and understanding of individuals with Down Syndrome. This photo was captured of my son who has overcome so many huge obstacles in his short 5 years of life. He is the love of our lives. 

These two inspire me to go out and play outdoors. 

I love my baby brother.

Ava, Fall 2017

Exactly 12 hours ago, we were enjoying our very first morning together, alone, in our new home. It was raining, and he “watered” flowers and “washed” his hands through the open window. So very happy; this moment was all I ever imagined, and all I could ever have hoped for. Yet tonight, I’m in my bed with a feverish little boy resting on my chest. While a fever is not at all a big deal, we never want to see our children unwell. Just goes to show how things can sometimes change in an instant. It’s so important to be grateful for all that we have, always. To push the trivial things aside and simply recognize all that truly matters.

Zeliang Naga tribesmen of Nagaland, India rehearsing their traditional dance during Hornbill Festival at Kohima, Nagaland, India

I bought her some makeup for Christmas. One day, before shopping, she wanted to do her own makeup, so I let her have fun and do her thing. Once she was done we went on our way; she has a brave soul. Of course we got looks but the best thing was strangers telling her how beautiful she is.

My step son Ashton was 13 years old and played in a tournament at Sports at the Beach in Delaware. It was the semi final game. It was suppose to be 7 innings, but because they remained tied went 10 innings. We were losing 9-2 when he came in to pitch the 2nd inning. He pitched 9 innings and started the last inning with a runner already placed on 2nd base. It was the hottest game he had ever pitched and came out with the win 11-10.Immediately after, every emotion he had built up the entire game came pouring out when he was able to embrace his father and finally breathe.