tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-60399337726371613862024-02-29T01:49:34.646-05:00Mama Sparrow PhotographyCapturing the Memorable Moments of LifeMamaSparrowhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05404528381173609953noreply@blogger.comBlogger103125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6039933772637161386.post-69612668514917131612014-02-02T20:44:00.000-05:002014-02-02T20:44:27.490-05:00Tales from homeEach day our lives are filled with little moments that are the sum total of who we are. One of my goals for this year is to be more intentional in capturing those little moments of our lives for us to look back on in years to come, to jog our memories of all the beautiful messes we were once immersed in. With that in mind, I give you a peek into the heart of our home, where our bodies and souls are nourished. <div>
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MamaSparrowhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05404528381173609953noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6039933772637161386.post-86728222336509969642013-10-28T07:00:00.000-04:002013-10-28T07:00:01.031-04:00Imperfection & Nostalgia - October Black & WhiteFor the next few months I will be linking up with a fabulous group of ladies as we share so of our favorite images in Black & White.<br />
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Most of you who have been following me for some time know my love for black & white. There is just something about it that draws me in and warms my soul. Add a bit of sunflare to the image and well, it just makes me want to dance. This month I'm sharing a few images that are full of all the glorious imperfections of sunflare, over exposure, haze and dust. Images that remind me of simpler times, when all the photos were black and white, and kids played out in the yard until dark.<br />
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Part of that journey included the experience of doing our laundry at the laundry mat for a couple of weeks, no small task for a family of 9. Encouraged by Kim, who was following my journey on instagram, I took my camera along to our last laundry mat visit and captured a little laundry mat lifestyle.<br />
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<i>Your enthusiasm and joy for life just sparkle and fill my days with sunshine. I love your impulsiveness and how you throw yourself fully into whatever it is you are doing. I love your sunny disposition and how nothing gets you down. In preparation of our move you asked me if we would be in our new state for your 6th birthday and when I replied yes, you asked me if you could invite all your new friends to your party. You never doubted for a moment that you would not have new friends. When your sister told you, that you didn't have any friends there, you simply replied, that you did, you just didn't know their names yet. You don't let negativity settle on you, you simply meet it with optimism, I pray that will always remain a strength in your life, for what a gift optimism is. </i><br />
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<i><br /></i>MamaSparrowhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05404528381173609953noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6039933772637161386.post-40178661750532375532013-09-05T10:35:00.000-04:002013-09-05T10:35:08.349-04:00Little Things ThursdayIt has been a long while, too long in fact, since I've had the opportunity to link up with one of my irl friends over at her blog for Little Things Thursday. Today I am taking the time to join back in!<br />
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When I was in Uganda I discovered the deliciousness of Coca Cola made with real cane sugar and not high fructose corn syrup. To top it off it's in glass bottles. While Coke was my favorite all the little kids their loved the treat of drinking an Orange Fanta. Wherever we drove their were advertisements pasted up for Ice Cold Coco Cola. I still laugh about that because due to the lack of electricity and refrigeration everything was a nice 80 degrees or so.<br />
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<i>I am thankful that you are a bright ray of sunshine in my life, with your hugs and kisses and the enthusiasm to try new things. You are ever impatient and always ready to venture off into the unknown and embrace what life has for you and I love this about you. You are growing up much too quickly, for I would love to keep you little forever, but time will not stand still and I must let you bloom into who you were created to be, despite my hesitation. </i><br />
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It's been a rather, gloomy, dreary, rainy holiday week, which means no fireworks to capture, but plenty of low light, rain drops, puddle jumping, and umbrella carrying kiddos who find joy no matter the weather. Hope you all find joy this weekend as we celebrate the freedom we enjoy!<br />
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1. Do you see the sliver of focus on the nose and finger and car? Here I drew attention to that part of the story by intentionally using a very shallow depth of field, allowing only those things to be in focus. </div>
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2. In this image I kept it soft and peaceful, as well as drew attention to his sweet features by keeping the focus plane shallow and only focusing on the plane which has the light falling across it, thus using light and focus to draw attention to his features. ISO 6400 85mm f2.0 1/100s<br />
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3. Here I wanted to draw attention to his profile and gaze, so I kept my field shallow, effectively making him stand out against the blurry background. ISO 6400 50mm f2.0 1/40s<br />
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4. The next few photos is a series of progression. My focus plane was the basket on the table. You can see the ball move into the focus plane through the progression. Settings: ISO 400 50 mm f 2.0 1/320s<br />
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5. This photo is an example of shallow depth of field not working! I love everything about this photo except that his hand is not in focus. I was focusing on his eyes, with a shallow depth of field when he pointed, thus his hand is blurry. Had I closed my aperture down a bit, I would have enlarged my area of focus and gotten his hand in focus as well. ISO100 50mm f2.0 1/1250s</div>
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6. Lastly is this example of the fun you can have by closing your aperture all the way down, thus getting a wide range of focus and creating some fun starbursts while you are at it. ISO800 28mm f16 1/400s</div>
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I hope you've enjoyed this little mini tutorial on Depth of Field and are expired to grab you camera and experiment! You can see more examples of this technique by continuing through our circle. Next up is <a href="http://www.kristenrussophoto.com/blog">Kristen</a> , go check out what she is sharing today!!!</div>
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<i>You are all growing up so quickly. How I wish I could freeze time, right now at this moment, with all of you here. As the 17 years have flown by since I became a mother, I know the time will pass all too quickly and in the very near future you will one by one leave the nest and venture out into this big world and the life God has for you. </i></div>
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<i>D, you at this moment struggle with becoming a man, yearning for freedom and responsibility, while at the same time realizing that life is not as easy and carefree as it once was. It is hard for me to step back and let you make bad choices, but I know that is how you learn, so slowly I'm letting go and trusting you more, and releasing you to be who you were created to be. Just next week you are venturing out on a trip that without God's goodness, protection and grace would leave me quivering with anxiety. I know that it is in His purpose and plan for you at this moment, a step towards manhood, and so it's even harder for me to let you take that step...but I am. I am looking forward to seeing how it changes you, for I know you will come back changed, wiser, more mature and more sure of the direction you should go. Still I will treasure the last year or two I have with you here at home, under my care and I will savor each moment and pour myself into you, to nurture you and prepare you all I can in the time that remains. I will always be here to cheer you on, encourage you forward and offer a hug and forgiveness. You are fast becoming a man, and you make me proud.</i></div>
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<i>J, you too are battling the changes that are quickly turning you into a man. I know these changes are hard. Be encouraged to meet the challenges with grace. Failure is ok, is part of learning and growing. You will always find grace here at home, from your family and from God. You take responsibility seriously, but remember not to take on issues that are not your responsibility, for they are burdens that weigh you down and hinder you from living the joyful life God has called you to. You have the gift of a leadership and organization and I pray these gifts serve you well. I have no doubt that you will succeed in whatever you set your mind to, for your resourcefulness amazes me. Stay focused on God and let His way light your path. Cling to Him, now and stay true to Him as you grow. Continue to serve Him with your time and you will be blessed. Know always that I love you and you are so very special!</i><br />
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<i>N, I can't believe you are now 10! Where did the time go. It seems like only yesterday you were a tiny babe and then a mischievous toddler, always in my fridge, running and hiding with the milk. Your little brother reminds me so much of how you were at his age, and makes it even harder to believe how the time has flown. Now you are precariously balanced as the center child. Somedays you want the responsibility of your older siblings and other times you run and hide from the work and responsibility, hoping no one will miss you and call you back to your responsibilities. Unfortunately it works too often and I find you slipping by with bad habits. No worries, I'm determined to continue to train and nurture you, and pray you too will become a fine young man. Your sharpness amazes me and you too are resourceful. You love to research and report, but are easily distracted by video games. There is not much that fazes you and you accomplish all you put your mind to. If only I could convince you to put your mind to your chores and schoolwork with that same resolve that you've tackled diving, skate boarding, flying, etc. As with your brother's I am encouraged, for you all have trusted in Jesus as your Savior and have hearts that desire to please Him. I know without a doubt that He has great plans and purposes for you. I pray that I can continue to direct you and nurture you in His ways, and that you will always remain sensitive to His word.</i><br />
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<i>Little J, you are my baby, but are growing too fast. It has been hard watching you grow and try and keep up with you older siblings. I know too well that you most likely are my last baby, and because of that I want to treasure every single moment with you even more than ever before. It's why you still sleep in bed with us, and I let you get away with more mischief, because I want to keep you little longer. I love when you cuddle in my lap and fall asleep. I could sit there and watch your peaceful face forever. You are determined to grow up...you worked and worked for two days straight learning to peddle a bike. You try and help me with all the chores. You follow your big brothers around, doing all they day, and most times succeeding. You are also fearless, which tends to make me fearful. I thank God, unceasingly for His intervention and protection over you. It's just another lesson for me as Mama, in trusting and letting go...a lesson that is never ending in this parenting process, but evolves as you grow and stretches me in my faith.</i><br />
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<i>In ending boys, you are each and everyone a treasure and I am so thankful for the privilege of being your Mama, of raising you up and training you. Most days I feel as if I'm failing miserably at this Mama job, but I know God is there filling in for all my failure and weakness and you boys are forever forgiving and full of grace and together we are traveling this messy road of life, learning and growing and becoming all He has created us to be and fulfilling His purpose and shining His light and that is what family is all about. I love you all, dearly!</i></div>
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Now stop by and visit my friend Julie at <a href="http://www.juliehardingphotography.com/?p=1351">Julie Harding Photography</a> and read the letter to her son. </div>
LivingFreehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06170957011141675658noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6039933772637161386.post-12645226741751019192013-06-16T09:00:00.000-04:002013-06-17T20:36:55.964-04:00Letters to Our Daughters - June I am so thankful for the monthly blog circles I participate in, that help keep me blogging and documenting my life. The Letters To Our Daughters group is one I look forward to each month. It keeps me accountable to journal my thoughts to my daughters and it's a lovely group of talented women that also join up to share. Today I'm joining up with them again as we share. I hope you can take the time to follow through our little circle.<br />
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<i>"Dear Miss M.,</i><br />
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<i>You're growing up so fast. Since I wrote your last letter you have turned 5, but you wish you were 13. Slow down my little one and savor each moment...I know I want to. </i><br />
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<i>I love your big dreams. The other day you informed me that you wanted your hair to get longer and longer, like Rapunzel's so that you could be a princess. </i><br />
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<i> Little one, know that you are a princess of the Most High. He created you for His glory and desires to bless you, keep you, and lavish His love upon you.</i><br />
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<i>I am so thankful for the blessing you are to our family. You bring joy and sunshine to all of us each and every day.</i><br />
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<i>I love you,</i><br />
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Now hop on over and visit <a href="http://blog.annecanonphotography.com/index.php/letters-to-our-daughters-june-kansas-city-photographer/">Anne Canon | Kansas City Photographer</a> and enjoy her letter. <br />
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Fuzzy dandelions, glowing in the late afternoon sun...<br />
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warm grasses, swaying in the wind...<br />
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fluffy clouds, reflecting the first light of morning...<br />
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fields of wildflowers, covering the hills...<br />
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girls in white dresses, gathering blossoms...<br />
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children basking in the warmth of the summer sun....<br />
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Barefeet...</div>
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Runny noses...</div>
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Stained duds...</div>
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Its messy....</div>
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MamaSparrowhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05404528381173609953noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6039933772637161386.post-17360319012275950222013-05-15T18:00:00.000-04:002013-05-15T18:00:04.661-04:00Letters To Our Daughters - MayIt's such an honor to participate each month with a wonderful group of ladies as we share a letter to our daughters. Make sure to take time the time to visit through our circle by clicking through the link at the end of this post.<br />
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Dear Little Bear,<br />
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Spring is my favorite time of year, as the earth bursts forth with new life, warm temperatures and sunny days. Childhood is so much like spring, full of life and promise, as you live life to it's fullest, exploring and questioning. Just as I want to savor every moment of spring, I also want to treasure every moment of your childhood, for it passes much too quickly. I love that you still snuggle with me every chance you get. I don't love that you no longer like to wear dresses. I love that you are carefree. I love that we can explore together and learn together. I love to watch you play with your sisters, following after your big sister and leading your little sister. The three of you have something very special, a lifetime relationship that is guaranteed to grow and blossom through the years. <br />
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<br />MamaSparrowhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05404528381173609953noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6039933772637161386.post-38388509988260932742013-05-10T06:00:00.000-04:002013-05-10T06:00:23.654-04:00Project Ten - LifeFor the last few months I've been a part of a wonderful group of ladies that encourage and support one another in our photography journeys. We've decided to join together and do a monthly blog circle where we share photos on a theme. This month's theme is LIFE and we'd love for you to follow the links through and see how each of us express the monthly them. You'll find a link at the end of my post for my dear friend Ivy.<br />
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My days are filled with messy, spontaneous, noise, sometimes barely hanging on, weeds, and pb&j, but I think to myself what a wonderful life I'm blessed to live, filled to the brim with goodness and love.<br />
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<br />MamaSparrowhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05404528381173609953noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6039933772637161386.post-18144189000605035552013-05-03T08:44:00.001-04:002013-05-03T08:44:09.465-04:00Love MultipliesThis week I spent about $30 on supplies and several hours of my day and baked cupcakes. These weren't just any cupcakes, but cupcakes filled with love and purpose. Our special cupcakes were part of a <a href="http://www.thecupcakekids.org/"> Cupcake Kids</a> sale. You can visit the link to get more details, but in short the Cupcake Kids hold sales each year to raise awareness and funds for the children that <a href="http://www.sixtyfeet.org/">Sixty Feet</a> advocate for.<br />
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From the baking, to the decorating and packaging, my kids joined in the fun and mess as we created yummy masterpieces and talked about the precious children these would help.<br />
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Help bring justice to the children unjustly imprisoned, along with education and opportunities for their future.<br />
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Help to set these precious ones free from a life of hopelessness to a life of hope.<br />
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One cupcake at a time we can make a difference! Remember that $30 investment I made earlier this week. God multiplied it to $800!!!<br />
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Now you can get involved and be part of the solution by visiting my friend <a href="http://patientlywaitingonhim.blogspot.com/2013/05/the-500-challenge.html?spref=fb">Stephanie</a> and reading a bit more about our recent trip and joining her in the $5.00 cupcake challenge.<br />
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<br />LivingFreehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06170957011141675658noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6039933772637161386.post-15543948522880067092013-04-25T21:58:00.000-04:002013-04-25T21:58:20.228-04:00Homeward BoundMany of you have asked me to share more about my recent trip to Uganda. I have so much in my heart that I'm not even sure where to begin. I will start by sharing a journal entry I wrote on the flight home.<br />
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"Really, how do I unpack it all? On the surface it was great, we had fun, saw beautiful and unique sights and explored amazing adventures. The adventurous spirit thrilled me. I loved boating across Lake Victoria, wind blowing across my face, as I sailed that same great lake I had read of David Livingstone discovering. The quaintness of the boats and fishermen, the busy, smelly markets and the people all intrigued me. The city was bustling with activity and trade and the buildings were colorful and dotted with humorous signs. Riding in the van was a matter of faith, as anything goes when it comes to driving rules. At times the bustle and squalor left me feeling depleted but overall the experience left me feeling alive and free.<br />
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On a deeper level, I know God did much more than just give me a fun filled week with my girl and our friends. My heart is forever changed, as He stirred within me a new depth of compassion. The poverty, greed and injustice we witnessed are really incomprehensible to our western minds, but amid all the evil, are beautiful people with welcoming smiles. We saw it in even the most destitute facilities we visited, where the children would share the little they had and look out for each other. These children living in circumstances, intolerable and unimaginable, captured my heart. Their sad eyes have held me hostage. To each and every one I would whisper, "You are loved. Jesus loves you. You are special. He has a purpose for you...hope in Him. He is your Savior." But at times I couldn't see the hope as I listened to the stories and looked at the reality of the circumstances they face daily. I was forced to cling to what I know is true about the mercy and character of God, His words and promises. I know that He cares for these children much more than I ever could. I know that He brings beauty from the ashes. He will turn mourning into dancing. His mercies are new every morning. He works all things out for good. <br />
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I go home, changed and ready to be an open, empty vessel for Him to work through, however that looks, whether it is fund raising, praying, supporting or being there on the ground. My prayer and plea is, "Here I am, use me." <br />
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I also want to commit to pray for the mother's of the precious children. Some have had their children stollen or arrested, others have willing given their children up. As a mother I can only imagine the pain and circumstances that would drive a mother to surrender her child to facilities I feel so inadequate, yet so many believe this is a better life than they can offer them. The family unit there seems so broken down...beyond hope, but God can restore and He is faithfully watching over the least of these. I must believe this, I must cling to faith, hope and love, for without it my heart couldn't bare knowing what I now know of these. <br />
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<br />MamaSparrowhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05404528381173609953noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6039933772637161386.post-77714528646262418072013-04-25T12:00:00.000-04:002013-04-25T12:00:04.166-04:00April - Letters to Our SonsEach month I participate in a wonderful group of ladies as we circle up and share a letter to our sons. Make sure to follow the link at the end and visit my friend Julie and read her letter.<br />
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<i>"Dear Moose,</i><br />
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<i>I hope you know what a special young man you are! Your smile lights up the room. I love your confidence and how you tackle whatever you put your mind to it. I remember when you were just barely 4, and I came outside to find you had taken your training wheels off and had your bike up at the top of the driveway. You hopped on and peddled hard all the way down, skidding to the side at the end just before you slammed into the garage door. You made up your mind you were going to do it and there was no stopping you. </i><br />
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<i>I remember starting to write a story about you when you were three, unfortunately I never finished it but it began, "when you're three, all the world is an adventure..." The story was about all the adventures you had as a toddler, scaling the back of the sofa, running around in your sisters pink boots, hiding out back as you chugged down the gallon of milk, shoot outs, safari hunts and on it went. You were busy and imaginative. Thankfully that hasn't changed. The world is still an adventure to you.</i><br />
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<i>Teaching you has been a delight, because you are so motivated and confident. After years of struggling to teach your older siblings to read, it was refreshing to me as the teacher when you just picked up a book and began to read on your own without all the tedious phonics lessons your siblings had to endure. You come to me and ask me to write reports and papers. I love that! </i><br />
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<i>As delightful as you are, you also have your moments, as we all do. I think most of them come from being the middle child. You get frustrated when you can't keep up with your older brothers. At times you get lost in the shuffle. When the outbursts come it is a sign for me to make sure you get some one on one time with me or your father. A little bit of love goes a long way with you and it's not long before those dimples are beaming back at me. </i><br />
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<i>I am so thankful for you and the privilege of being your mother. My prayer for you is that you stay true to who you were created to be and live the wonderful adventure that God has called you to.</i><br />
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<i>I love you my Moose!</i><br />
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<i>Love,</i><br />
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Now go visit my friend <a href="http://www.juliehardingphotography.com/?p=1153">Julie</a> and read her letter to her son.<br />
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<br />MamaSparrowhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05404528381173609953noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6039933772637161386.post-54415154414521611892013-04-23T21:42:00.002-04:002013-04-23T21:42:30.840-04:00The Most Important Person in the WorldAs a mother, more often than not it feels as if my days are filled with the mundane. Sort, wash, dry, fold...wipe a nose...change a diaper...prepare the meal...wash the dishes...referee a fight....and on it goes, with little evidence of progress. As my hands are busy tackling these tasks, my mind can start to wander and go to the places that seem to hold more value and influence, a place where I make a name for myself, whatever I fancy at the moment...a well know photographer...adventurous missionary...great writer...popular blogger...something more than just a stay at home mom. <br />
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Then I feel a tug and I look down to see this little face, waiting patiently for me to tie his shoe and it dawns on me that this little one and the other 6 that I have the privilege of raising and training, don't care what kind of name I may make for myself. To them I am Mommy, the most important person in the world.<br />
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Mommy, most important person in the world is a role I'll gladly accept. My prayer is that I will walk worthy of such a high calling, as I spend myself each day caring for them, loving them and teaching them. While I know that in my own strength I'll give it long before the day is done, I have this hope...<br />
<i>"And God is able to bless you abundantly so that in all things, at all times, having all that you need, you will abound in every good work." 2 Corinthians 9:8</i>MamaSparrowhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05404528381173609953noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6039933772637161386.post-41957036657963946462013-04-22T21:17:00.000-04:002013-04-22T21:17:13.051-04:00Baby E. & FamilyMeet Baby E! I had the privilege of meeting this family and photographing the birth of their second child a couple of years ago. I was thrilled when they contacted me and asked me to be present for E's arrival. I'm still finishing up those photos, but here are a few of my favorites from his newborn session.<br />
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<br />MamaSparrowhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05404528381173609953noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6039933772637161386.post-82504399720556121582013-04-15T18:00:00.000-04:002013-04-15T18:00:09.241-04:00Letters To Our Daughters - MarchEach month I join in with a group of wonderful ladies as we share letters to our daughters. Make sure you follow the link at the end of my post to be blessed by Lauren's letter to her daughter.<br />
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<i>"Dear Princess,</i><br />
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<i>I can not believe the trip that we have both been anxiously awaiting has come and gone. Although it seemed like only a vapor, I treasure every moment of our week together, even the panic attack on the plane, and the cramped seats, and heavy luggage and water bottle dispute. Every hard moment was worth it for the beautiful moments we experienced. </i><br />
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<i>There is no doubt that your heart was home from the moment we landed in Entebbe. That first day in Bwerenga it took you less than 5 minutes to make a new friend, a little friend who spent the entire day by your side. Loving and interacting with the children and people came as easy to you as breathing. You never complained about any of the circumstances we found ourselves in and in fact you went above holding your tongue and actually found the positive in even the most disappointing circumstance of the week. </i><br />
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<i>As your mother, I loved watching you thrive in the gifts God has given you of compassion and nurturing. It was joy to see your eyes bright with the thrill of new experiences and discovery. Most of all I loved watching you embrace the experience and become one with the culture. </i><br />
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<i>My hope and prayer is that we can experience this again, together in the future and that here in the present we can both continue to grow from what we learned and experienced on this trip. </i><br />
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<i>I love you my precious daughter and am so thankful that God chose you to be a part of our family. I have know doubt that God has gifted you with many unique gifts and has special call and purpose for your life. Each day I pray that you will seek Him and His ways and live in the fullness of His joy. I know I don't say it often enough but you are a very special child and I am so blessed to have the privilege of being your mother and training you up.</i><br />
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<i>Love, </i><br />
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Now go and visit <a href="http://96.30.61.228/~threelea/2013/04/letters-to-our-daughters-april/">Lauren Lawson | Tampa Photographer</a> and be blessed by her letter to her daughter. MamaSparrowhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05404528381173609953noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6039933772637161386.post-73674716831664060252013-04-10T13:49:00.000-04:002013-04-10T13:49:11.477-04:00ChangedWe have been back for three days now and although physically my body has adjusted back to our time zone, my heart is forever changed and my head is still spinning with emotions. Little things jolt me back to all we witnessed last week. Just yesterday as I washed my two year old's dirty feet in the sink, I thought about all the dirty little feet running barefoot through a prison yard and how they didn't have a mother to tenderly wash the dirt from their little feet, to hug them and snuggle them in for a nap. For a brief moment I had the privilege to hold their hands, whisper in their ears how loved they were, and give them a hug. Now I'm back home, loving and tending to my family, yet they are still there, suffering, with no mother to care. My heart yearns to be back there, being the hands and arms of Christ, my prayer is that wherever He has me that I will be a vessel that He can use to share His love, goodness and hope.<br />
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<br />MamaSparrowhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05404528381173609953noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6039933772637161386.post-33310023033229513552013-03-25T12:00:00.000-04:002013-03-25T13:59:51.547-04:00Letters to Our Sons - March Each month I, along with several other ladies, write a letter to our sons. Jumping out of order a bit this month, as I'm sharing a letter to my youngest son.<br />
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<i>What would our life be without you? Dull and boring to say the least. You are a ray of sunshine to our family. Your antics keep us all laughing. Your messes keep us huffing. </i><br />
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<i>At 2 years old you amaze me. Nothing seems to escape your notice. You are always busy examining, calculating, imitating, and experimenting. You are never more than a step behind your older siblings.</i></div>
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<i>You have developed your own unique communication skills, and very successful in expressing your needs to us through them.</i></div>
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<i>Did I mention that you love to eat? Every morning I feel your tap and nudge as you murmur, "eat" to your groggy Mommy. You are game to try everything we put before you and your developing quite the discerning taste as you sample from your father and I's plate. Just last night you shared our Chilean Sea Bass with us. You devour my mediteranean olives within minutes of me opening the jar. Even my favorite hot salsa is yummy to you. </i></div>
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<i> I affectionately call you my wild child, because you are wild! I love your wildness...the jumping on the furniture, free falling into my arms, scaling the counters, running through the den and doing a flip, break dancing, zooming cars around the house, flying with your daddy, having shoot outs with your brothers, being loud...all of it makes you the wonderful boy that you are.</i><br />
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<i>Despite the wild, you have your moments of calm and contemplation. Moments where you sit with a book and the times when you snuggle in my lap and fall into a deep slumber. I savor the wild, but I especially savor the quiet times, when I catch a glimpse of the baby you were. If I could freeze time I would, but alas you must grow, and change and become who you were created by God to be. Just remember alway and forever my baby you'll be.</i></div>
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<i>I love you my Little Man."</i><br />
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Please continue on through our circle as you visit Becky and read what wonderful words she's written to her son at <a href="http://www.letterstosebastien.blogspot.com/">http://www.letterstosebastien.blogspot.com</a><br />
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<i><br /></i>MamaSparrowhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05404528381173609953noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6039933772637161386.post-87974618370610861912013-03-22T10:06:00.000-04:002013-03-22T10:06:25.519-04:00Uganda - Preparing for the JourneyEEEK!!! One week from today my daughter and I board a plane headed for a country I know little about, yet God has ordained for us to spend a week there getting to know the people created in His image and loved unconditionally by Him.<br />
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The emotions running through me as I prepare are numerous. On the one hand I'm excited to travel and see the world with my daughter, but on the other hand I'm apprehensive to leave the rest of my family an ocean away and venture into an unknown. Let's face it, I'm a pampered and spoiled first world gal! I've not been without needs ever and its rare that most of my wants don't get met. God has chosen to bless me with so much both spiritually and physically. Many times, more than I'd like to admit, I take these blessing for granted. Now I'm about to enter into a third world country, where needs are too evident to ignore and I feel God is about to rock my world and stretch me as I learn to see with His eyes beyond what we feel is important. He is going to open our eyes to see the hearts under the physical needs. I am confident He will equip us to nurture and love these precious souls that we meet on our journey. I'm pretty much resigned to the fact that we will come back changed, for the good, but change makes me nervous and a bit uncomfortable. Just the same I am ready to go, to answer my Creator's call to the purpose He has for us on this trip, to spread His love and good news to all we meet. I am ready to have my faith stretched and trust in Him strengthened. Ready to be emptied of myself and selfish desires and filled to overflowing with His goodness and love. Ready to break outside of my comfort zone and experience this country, culture and people that He created. <br />
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God, here I am send me, lead me and I will follow!<br />
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Tomorrow I will be sharing just how God led us to go on this journey. <br />
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Take time to visit <a href="http://www.sixtyfeet.org/">Sixty Feet</a> to learn more about the ministry we will be serving with and how you can get involved here in the states.<br />
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