Happy New Year! I hope the year of 2010 brings you all joy and happiness. Watch this blog to find specials and sales I will be offering during this year. I will be offering 20% off of custom framed 16 x 20's for the month of January. The sitting fee for January will be $20.00 if the travel is within 30 miles.

Merry Christmas in the eyes of a child

I love the eyes of Children especially this time of year. They sparkle and warm the heart. This is one of my beautiful grandsons. Even though it is not a posed image, it makes my heart smile to see his eyes full of childhood wonderment. I love children they are what keeps us all grounded. This year, my wish is all of you can find peace and love in the eyes of the children. They are full of love and joy. I know there are many who's parents have had a bad run of luck this year, but I hope the children will find joy and warmth this season and always. I hope with all my heart that the children of the world are happy and loved.

In the words of a wise man, Francis Pharcellus Church, "Yes, Virginia there is a Santa Claus". I encourage all of you who have forgotten the meaning of Christmas to look around and find someway to bring the true spirit of the season back to our hearts. The meaning of giving far exceeds the monetary gifts that are given. The gifts of ourselves are what will make this world a happy place to live.

"No Santa Claus! Thank God! he lives, and he lives forever. A thousand years from now, Virginia, nay, ten times ten thousand years from now, he will continue to make glad the heart of childhood." Francis Pharcellus Church

There is still a short window of time to get your personally designed Christmas cards ordered. Call and set your appointment. 208-390-7387

These beautiful swans were sitting on the ice starting to cover the river. A dear friend called me and I hurried down with my camera. These beautiful birds were waiting for me to capture them on my digital camera. The father of this family was wisely keeping a watchful eye. The children trustfully resting between their parents waiting for any signal of danger. Most of the time their heads were tucked under a wing and they seem to be sleeping on the ice. I am sure Mother Teresa would have approved of her quote placed with these creatures of that belong to God.