joy sessions...

pet lovers around the world will tell you their dogs, cats, birds, bunnies, etc are like their fur-children, as if they were humans. and if you've ever had to say goodbye to one you know how difficult it can be to let go of your best friend, your baby. Not that long ago i said goodbye to my sweet westie, mac. mac entered my life shortly after my parents divorce, moved to every new town we did, and even did a brief stint in college with me. 18 long loved years later, i flew down to nashville where he had retired with my parents, to say goodbye to my sweet boy. he passed on the very next morning after i left. i still have a lock of his white fur, his collar, and his ashes tucked away in a special spot...

i read about 'joy sessions' on the today show's website and could not have thought of a more lovely idea if i tried. what a way to honor the ones we love so fiercely who are only here for a short time so they can live on with us. i'm so happy to hear that there is a network of photographers who offer this service too...