{December Photo Challenge} Chandler, AZ Photographer

We're all bozos on the bus,
so we might as well sit back
and enjoy the ride.
-Wavy Gravy
(from the book Broken Open)

Today I am thankful for all those bozos on the bus. For the book written by Elizabeth Lesser called Broken Open that discusses how those points that brings us to the edge are the ones that can heal us if we turn to it instead of away. I am also thankful for my quick trip back to the tundra this week so I can kiss my cute kiddos faces. May you all have a great day.

{Saturday Inspiration}

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{December Photo Challenge} Chandler, AZ Photographer

“Someday, somewhere - anywhere, unfailingly, you'll find yourself, and that, and only that, can be the happiest or bitterest hour of your life”
― Pablo Neruda

Today I am thankful for my beautiful children. For the slow process of rediscovering myself after years of hiding. I am thankful for the autumn leaves, the colors that I see in technicolor, and the precious messages I get from my kids over the phone and Skype.

{December Photo Challenge} Chandler, AZ Photographer

“Do you ever think if poeple heard our conversations they'd lock us up?"
All the time.”
― Wendy Mass, Jeremy Fink and the Meaning of Life

Today I am thankful for good friends who understand my somewhat morbid humor, the run and biking I did today and for the lovely crane that is quite the view from my balcony. I think I heard a rumor that it will be wrapped in holiday lights soon. Perhaps a Santa on the top?

{Almost December Photo Challenge} Phoenix, Arizona Photographer

“Democracy must be something more than two wolves and a sheep voting on what to have for dinner.
(often misattributed to Benjamin Franklin)”
― James Bovard, Lost Rights: The Destruction of American Liberty

Thankful today for the right to be free, speak my mind even if it shakes and comes out stupid, protest, not protest, walk the streets without fear. I am thankful for the many family member and friends who have served to protect that which I often take for granted. Blessings.

{Stacey Cordes Photography Open House} Phoenix, AZ Photographer

Examples of mini-sessions and fine art

{Almost December Photo Challenge} Phoenix, Arizona Photographer

“For things to reveal themselves to us, we need to be ready to abandon our views about them.”
― Thich Nhat Hanh, Being Peace

A bit tired today so no big words or deep thoughts. I am grateful for the power of daily renewal. I was blessed to have been asked to photograph a wonderful baby shower in Scottsdale filled with loving people, laughter and old friends. This morning I am grateful for the daily power of healing and renewal....and my warm cup of coffee:)