Before I had the strokes, I had a secret love affair.
My husband knew about it.
My kids were subjected to it so often they rolled their eyes.
I mean, we are talking passion.
The hot, steamy flames of a thousand suns.
I loved my camera.
I hated that the hobby that was gone.
I tried so hard but it wasn’t the right hand. It wasn’t the right eye. It was backwards.
The camera didn’t like me anymore.
I had to learn that pictures just wouldn’t be where my heart was anymore.
Then she brought a tripod that worked on a wheelchair.
I could make it work with just one hand.
In a way that made me happy.
Made me feel whole.
When I get a tripod of my own, life will change again.
I’m going to get the hobby back.
I’m going to be in love again.
(I took this picture today with the tripod I tried out. I was so excited to get pictures of the kids on my own again, they were rolling their eyes in no time!)
Yay! I love your pictures. Can’t wait for more!
So happy to see you still got what it takes to make goosebumpy beautifull pictures!
What a blessing!
Oh Anissa, this makes me so happy for you. I can NOT Imagine how I would feel if I couldn’t take pictures. And, that last pic is a stunner! Wooohoooooo!
Kristin´s last post…Is this my last first
Would have never even thought about you losing this – and SO glad to see you able to start to get it back!!! xoxoxox
Miss Britt´s last post…Accepting MY Normal
WOO TO THE HOOOOO!
Also?
Tell me …
Is there a way for me to work a camera with one hand?
Oh, the (breathtaking) pain that would save me ……
Twenty Four At Heart´s last post…Are You Sick of Boston Yet
I didn’t realize we were related, but clearly we are. Yay – us. For me, it’s the right arm … but I’m fighting so damn hard to get my photography back. It’s become a very passionate fight. (So much so, that when I return this weekend from Boston I will be making an urgent trip to the pain doc in hopes he can counter what I’ve done to myself via my camera this week!)
But?
So worth it – it makes me whole again and I know you can do this too. I know it, I know it, I know it!! Next year at BlogHer we should make a photography date together. We can do it!!
Oh the photos are stunning, Anissa! Let’s hear it for eye rolling! Now go get tomorrow! Promise?
Keep ‘em coming. You still got it sister!
Susannah´s last post…Spy
goosebumps…….
That made me tear up. People and their passions just get to me…
These photos are full of love .
Absolutely AWESOME that you’re taking photos again
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Jeanette´s last post…237-365 – My mom
Awesome. Congrats on finding the love again!
Colleen – Mommy Always Wins´s last post…First day of school- Mommy Always Wins style
Holy macaroni, Peyton looks just like you!! Both of your kids are gorgeous. I’m so glad you got your hobby back!
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Such beautiful pictures of such gorgeous kids. How exciting that there’s a way to get back into it again.
Oh Anissa I’m so glad! This is awesome.
Steph
Looking forward to seeing many many picts from u again…missed them dearly and am glad you are finding that love affair again. xoxoxo
What wonderful news that you’ve found a way to work with your camera again. Have you also investigated a remote shutter release? (I’m assuming you’re using a DSLR) most cameras will have a connection for this wire, which will alleviate right hand/left hand issues if using the tripod.
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Woohoo! I expect to see lots more great shots
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Oh, Anissa! I’m so happy that there’s a way for you to do what you love. It warms my heart.
HM
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Where there is a will there is a way.
That’s great! It’s really exciting, watching you take back so many things in your life. You’ve come so far. I can’t wait to see what’s next!
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Your capacity for love and humor knows no bounds. I stand humbled by your will. Also, you bring the beauty—in you, in your kids, your photos, your words.
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Anissa, I have a tri-pod that I would LOVE to send to you for keeps! I do NOT need it! Please email me if you are interested and I’ll send it to you…no strings
Wow, I may finally get to help make you happy!
Still the lurker,
Susan
Don’t think about saying no, unless you get a better offer…:)
I would really like to get Alex and Lloy and me over thee for you to do a photo shoot of us, but it would be better if we could lure sam to join n.
So can you post a picture of your dream tripod or describe it? Tripod or monopod attached to your chair? Your friends in Florida would like to know a little more about it.
You are just amazing! You do more than I do with your temporary handicap. You inspire me in so many ways I can even begin to thank you! I know how frustrating this must be for you, I really understand. One of the things that keeps me going everyday is that I wake up and I am glad to be here to handle whatever comes my way.
We are so blessed and I am grateful, so grateful to know you and to be inspired by you! Thank You!
Diana, The Doggy Mommy´s last post…Sunday Morning Memories
Umm holy crap is that Peyton? She’s all growed up! No, for real is that Peyton??? Love you Mayhews!
YEAH!!! That. is. Peyton. She’s growing, huh? We love you too!
That’s awesome. As are you. : ) CAn’t wait to take pictures with you on our next adventure, wherever it may be !
Kim´s last post…Jeep Daze
I’m glad I’m not the only one with a love affair with my camera. At BlogHer, though, I “cheated” and tried a new camera. (Blog post linked to in the CommentLuv.) Wish I could afford a DSLR.
TechyDad´s last post…Cheating and Desire at BlogHer10
Just lovely.
And sometimes nothing brings more satisfaction than eleciting an eye roll from the kids.
MommyNaniBooboo´s last post…Btches Aint Sht!
So very beautiful. I’m glad the relationship was rekindled.
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