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We would all love to change the world, leave our mark, so that when we leave this world, people will remember us for eternity. This is quite a momentous task to try and achieve, so why do we not just start with the small things. Make a difference right where we are: smile at that person that cuts you off in traffic, when you say you will do something – actually do it, recycle more, greet someone even if they do not greet you,
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"A great photograph is one that fully expresses what one feels, in the deepest sense, about what is being photographed."— Ansel Adams
I am not entirely sure, why I love black and white photography so much. I think that it somehow creates a mood of mystery and intrigue, it allows your imagination to fill in the colours.
Monochromatic photography allows you, as the audience, to bear witness to the true nature of the subject.
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At this point in my life the most difficult thing for me, is to relinquish control over my destiny. All of me, body and soul would like to determine who I am going to be and where I am going. I am slowly realising that actually, I am not in control.
This could sound quite bizarre to some people but it’s not to say that I do not make choices and follow a certain path but all these things are pre-determined, by a far higher
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I am truly in love with, the romantic, "love" inspired, fashion that seems to have taken world by storm. It can either be pretty, with lots of frilly lace or understated, with muted pastel tones. In fact there are no rules; the only requirement is that it oozes sensuality and romance.
This trend is nothing new, but it is possible that I am more aware of it, because I am the mother of two "fashion forward", young girls. I have had my
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Remember to live each day to the fullest! Do not give up on your dreams and always believe in yourself, you need to, before anyone else will. As a wise man told me earlier, do not put off what you can do today, because tomorrow the task may seem even bigger!
I will leave you with this powerful bible verse:
“I lift up my eyes to the hills—where does my help come from? My help comes from the LORD, the Maker of heaven and earth.”
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