There are some pictures that when I look at them I am back in that moment.
I can hear their uncontrollable giggles. I can smell the barbecue grilling. I can hear the water splashing. I can remember that conversation. I can taste that cold, white wine. I can feel the grass tickle my bare feet. It's not just that I remember, it's almost like I'm there. Back in that moment.
Perhaps that's why I love to document with pictures. Life gives us so many moments. Not all moments are ones that we want to savor or be reminded of. We don't want to capture moments that bring us grief, frustration, confusion, or anger. We want to move on from those moments. But perhaps it is these unpleasant moments that allow us to fully appreciate and be grateful for the sweet ones that follow. Because they always do seem to follow them. I thank God for that.
With these pictures I am brought back to those sweet moments of the summer.
Like magic, I am there.
