I’d always loved taking photos for family and friends, and that ‘photo bug’ quickly grew into a passion. I found my way into photography during a major turning point in my life. After 14 years as a paralegal working nearly 60 hours a week, I began fostering — and eventually adopting — three small children who had already been through so much. I knew they needed me fully present, so I took a leap of faith, left my career, and stayed home with them. Sixteen years, three more kids, three grandbabies, and two dogs later… I’m still here, still grateful, and still capturing life’s most meaningful moments.