Saturday, January 29, 2011

Norfolk Photographer~ A VERY Happy Birthday!

One can only hope to have such good family, friends, and husband!  Donna had confirmation of what she already knew to be A+ in all the above!  Her sweet husband Bob, spear headed a surprise birthday party from the other side of the world... Donna had no clue what he was up too.  She arrives at her sister in laws, to find a crowd of people awaiting her celebration.  Everyone could only hope this to be a real surprise!  NO ONE was disappointed!  Donna arrived and was more than shocked as she hesitated to make her entrance.  Once inside, all greeted her including Bob her husband from the other side of the world through Skype.  He was able to see her surprise and joy.  Then came the best present of all... Bob had arranged to fly Donna's sister in from out of state and have her deliver His birthday card.  I don't know if the room was more filled with tears or smiles as Donna turned around... no one would have expected her surprised reaction... SHOCK, laughter, tears, hugs, more tears, more hugs, more laughter!  It was a great time had by all and an UNFORGETTABLE memory that will forever go down in history!  Happiest of Birthdays Donna!  Great job Bob and TEAM!
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Thursday, January 27, 2011

Richmond Photographer~A Pastors Adventure Through Prayer

I received a call from Pastor Wade Trump of Jamestown Christian Fellowship in Williamsburg, Virginia a few days ago.  Wade wanted to know if I would be available to capture a very important moment for him...The Opening Prayer for January 26th session in the General Assembly.  Of course he was excited and so was I, I was honored to be able to be apart of this exciting time for he and his wife Lisa.
So today we set off to Richmond, I decided even in the rain to document the day... All the people apart of this session were so friendly, from staff to the delegates themselves couldn't be more helpful and accepting of our presence.  Delegate Brenda Pogge had opened the door for this day to come to pass.  On the drive up a real sense of destiny or heritage was impressed upon me as my Grandmother who passed in 2010 had sat in those sessions for more than 60-70 years and only stopped last year or so as she was 98 years old.
Wade delivered a very powerful prayer for the families of those there, their protection, as well as asking God for guidance in making their decisions with integrity and wisdom.  Many were touched and moved by the prayer that was very personal.  Wade was graciously received and given a gift as he left the podium.  What an opportunity!  Great job Wade!  You more than met all you felt you were to accomplish.  Wade was fascinating to watch today as he asked if he could pray for everyone from parking security to all those along the way in his adventure.  All were so open to him doing so and really appreciated it!
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