Strive to do the things you want to do with the time you have.
We've been dealing with bad news about one of my twin sisters and cancer for the past 8-9 months. She's undergone chemotherapy and radiation, lost her hair and a lot of weight, came through it all okay and without getting terribly sick, and it was looking pretty good for a while. She called me with some not great news on Tuesday. One of the ways I deal with that type of thing, I guess, is to take pictures of flowers and play around in Photoshop with layers and brushes, modes and opacity, brushes and masks to reveal certain things while keeping others hidden. How many million metaphors can you find in there?
I am looking forward to a weekend away, including some time with ALL of my sisters, and a Sunday morning photo shoot! I can't wait to see how much M has grown!

This theme is running through my life, through other people dealing with similar crises this summer... I wanted to let you know that I find the flower photos very soothing. My thoughts are with you, Vicki.
Posted by: Birdsong | 08/13/2009 at 09:58 AM
These are gorgeous!!!
Posted by: Charlotte Stringer | 08/14/2009 at 08:36 AM
I am sorry your sister is going through such a horrible thing. I hate cancer!! It sucks!!! Your portraits are beautiful. Your sister and your family will be in my prayers! Thanks for sharing.
Posted by: Kim | 08/14/2009 at 10:39 AM
I am sorry about your sister - prayers heading your way.
These are just gorgeous and a good way to let your mind wander.
Posted by: Becky | 08/26/2009 at 07:59 AM