Your Everyday Brave

Sorry, friends who cringe over grammar!  That wasn't a typo, though. Nope, I know all of us are brave in our own way, in our own time. This is a bit different. 

You see, last year I had the great privilege of photographing a family that had a little one with a slew of medical problems, including the need for a feeding tube and in-home nurse. I spent a day with them and saw "their brave", their everyday brave. 

 "Everyone is fighting a battle you know nothing about. Be kind. Always." is a quote that has always stuck with me. As a stranger passes you on the street and smiles, there may just be a hidden sadness behind that grin. The mom with a temper tantruming 3 year old in Target? That might be a small battle, comparatively. The list is endless. 

In 2017, I want to give those battles a voice, thus I am starting the "Everyday Brave" project. In 2017, I would love to donate sessions to families that are facing giant battles. Cancer in their family, a veteran facing PTSD, putting a face to post partum depression or infertility. These barely touch the surface of the possibilities, as a battle can mean something completely different to two members of the same family, even a husband and wife. 

If you know of someone that might be interested in a documentary session (up to 6 hours), or you are that person, I'd like to invite you to complete a form and nominate them for a session! All nominations will be taken into consideration and hopefully I will be able to accommodate them all! 

A Day with the H Family

A December weekend in Colorado ... you just never know what you're going to get? Balmy sunshine? 2 feet of snow? Who knows! Maybe both! (Seriously). While Christmas tree decorating (saving that for another blog!) and cookie baking were on the agenda, the fresh beginning of winter left a slight breeze, just warm enough to allow us outside for a bit, and just cool enough to whisk us back inside quickly! 

As you browse, I'm sure you you will agree the love, joy, humor and warmth in this family is absolutely tangible. This family is so incredibly special to me ... as Mom was one of my roommates my freshman year of college, and sweet little Miss C was one of the very first births I was so honored to photograph! Take a peek at the beautiful H Family in Commerce City, Colorado! 

 

An Evening with the B Family

The pudge fingers, chubby wrists, and never ending drool. Those early days of toddlerhood are filled with so many beautiful little details that should be well documented forever! The B family invited me over for a few hours after work and we captured some of those unique details and beautiful moments to be remembered. Take a peak at a few of my favorites! 

 

An afternoon with the S Family

When I began down this road of documentary work, I immediately thought of the S family and was so excited to spend a few hours with them! On the day we had together, they enjoyed a quiet afternoon with friends followed by a delicious dinner and fellowship. The boys played with their toys (aka four wheelers) outside, while the women prepared a delicious dinner for their families. They ended the evening and the end of summer with a beautiful sunset and s'mores!