...I have to share this image of my wife. It's from our most recent trip to the beach, likely our last of the season. The day was almost done as she watched our munchkins enjoy their last few minutes of sandy playtime. I love this time because it's when I usually start to wonder about What It All Means.
As usual, I was taking obtrusive pictures of all of us. It's what I do! As this image loomed in the viewfinder, I stopped and stared at her, my finger resting on the shutter, but exerting no pressure on the little silver button. I felt lucky to be right there at that moment in time and space, watching her watch our children. I think it's a beautiful picture of a beautiful woman at an all-too-short magical point in time.
When our lawn is covered with snow this winter, I'll look back at this image and think how lucky I am to be able to witness tiny moments like this. Blessed only begins to describe the life I lead.
Michele sent me.
ReplyDeleteIt's a nice picture. It's important to enjoy the moment and not be so absorbed in getting the pictures that you forget that so good on ya.
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ReplyDeletewhat a great photo. I hope she doesn't kill you, it's beautiful & precious.
It's a nice picture. Hope she won't kill ya over it. :-) It's the little moments that are life's treasure. You have such uncommon insight to relish it.
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That's a lovely picture. Does she like it?
ReplyDeleteI think the composition is great too - what a beautiful beach.
Carmi, you are a KEEPER! and I am sure she knows it. You are both blessed, I think!
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Oh, and I really did mean to say how pretty she is!
ReplyDeleteaaaw, that so sweet! your wife's lucky to have you! came via michele. :)
ReplyDeleteWhat a great memory that'll be :) Gosh, you just all sound like the sweetest family in the world!
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Hello, Michele sent me! Naah, with words like that, she won't likely kill you! :)
ReplyDeleteIt is a nice pic to remember summer by (I'm guessing she'll only kill you with kindness). But please don't say "snow." It is, after all, a four letter word.
ReplyDeleteMichele sent me today...but I'd have stopped by anyway...I'm with Dave Diamond...there's no way she'd kill you after reading what you wrote to go with the picture.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful picture and beautiful sentiment.
Don't you hate it when the summer ends. Michele sent me.
ReplyDeleteHello, Michele sent me.
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful picture.
Hi there Carmi, I'm here via Michele today. That's a terrific picture and a really sweet tribute to your wife.
ReplyDeleteAww! Very nice, Carmi! Beautiful pic!
ReplyDeleteI like to watch my husband watch our son, without him knowing that I'm watching...
Wow... That was so sweet to read. You and your wife are so lucky to have something so special. I'm glad that you cherish her!
ReplyDeleteOnce again, you have captured a magical moment, in both the picture and your words. She is lovely.
ReplyDelete::Wipes tears with paw:: AAAWWW sssooo sweet! Here from Michele's again.
ReplyDeleteI like it, I really love pictures that people don't know you are taking.
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ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful picture. Your wife has a wonderful profile. Great, straight nose and perfectly shaped lips. She looks content and relaxed. It's wonderful to catch someone you love in a casual moment like this - one that just touches you enough to take one last look at them before you snap the memory to document it forever. Sounds like you have a wonderful family and you are all very blessed to have each other. Very nice blog. Enjoy the writings and the pictures.
ReplyDeleteHere via Michele. I always enjoy your photographs, and this was no exception.
ReplyDeleteIf a beautiful woman is loved by her man; that makes her feel beautiful and that makes her even prettier.
ReplyDeleteI don't say that because Michele sent me even though she did....
Here from Michele's (this time). Beautiful photo, beautiful wife, beautiful thoughts, Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteI think it's a wonderful picture...and I hope she doesn't kill you!
ReplyDeleteMichele sent me....this time!
This photo has a very "last days of summer" feel to it. It (and your wife) is beautiful. I came on my own.
ReplyDeleteWould any woman kill a man who would write such lovely things about her and their family? I don't think so.
ReplyDeleteBesides, it's a great photo of a beautiful woman. What's not to love?
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Oh what a wonderful pic! I too love to capture moments in time, from time to time I add them to my blog too.
ReplyDeleteMichele sent me this time :-)
Great post. Lovely pic. Your wife has an enchanting nose.
ReplyDeleteEven if she kills you, I think she will be secretly pleased. You are singingnher praises to the world.
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ReplyDeleteAwesome post. Sometimes we forget to take the time to appreciate the ones surrounding us.
At the second look, she is even prettier than before! Thanks for coming over, Carmi, and I can tell you whom to blame for the throw-away society we live in: the advertising people who make stuff irresistible and the manufacturers, who keep bring out ever new and "improved" stuff we believe we "must" have.
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Great pic. I am so dumb! I didn't know your wife had a blog!
ReplyDeleteOh my goodness... if she gets upset about the picture, just let her read what you wrote and she won't be mad anymore!! Do you give lessons?? I'd sign my dh up ;)
ReplyDeleteStopping by via Michele to say Hello!
I love the glow...Thanks for sharing it...here from michele's.
ReplyDeleteIf every man is a piece of the continent or a part of the maine, then I am glad my chunk of the continent is next to my lovely wife as I am sure you are quite pleased to have set up shop right next to yours. Treasure her. They are hard to find and harder to keep. Fine post.
ReplyDeleteWow! You've had a lot of traffic today! :)
ReplyDeleteI'm back from Michele's, and I've also finally got you on my blogroll!
I think that is a great photo!
ReplyDeleteI hope she is ok with you posting it! I am sad to see summer go as well, but looking forward to what the autumn brings!
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Not only are you amazing in the way you wholly love your wife, your gift of expression is rare and awesome. You are both so blessed to have one another!
ReplyDeleteYour sentiments are just lovely. x
ReplyDeleteWhat you wrote was really nice. So I won't kill you. I'm not a big fan of my own pictures (I'm most critical of myself and see all the imperfections!), but I do love the ones with you and our munchkins.
ReplyDeleteThat was a really nice day at the beach. The weather is too warm now, and I'm looking forward to some cool fall nights.
Thanks again, for the lovely sentiment. Even when I don't really feel it, you make me feel special!