my own little inspiration

One of the reasons I became interested in photography was because of my own children.  I suspect that is probably the case for all photographers who were mothers first.  My desire to capture my own children's lives developed into a service for others--a passion of sorts. 

Every year my husband participates in a JDRF Ride to Cure in honor of our youngest son.  B was diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes at the age of 17 months, 3 years ago this December, and is an inspiration to just about everyone he encounters.  B is authentic and true.  He is as he portrays, and not just like any other 4 year old.  He is different.  He's not an old soul like our other son.  B lives in the moment and enjoys every single minute. 

A flies to Death Valley, CA tomorrow for this weekend's 105 miles Ride to Cure.  After his final training ride last weekend, he was relaxing on the back deck and B started playing around his dad's bike.  Below are a few of my favorite images from B's little mini-session.  See.....he enjoys life to the fullest!