Love is patient, love is kind.  It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud.

It is not rude, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs.

Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth.

It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres.

Love never fails.

1 Corinthians 4 – 8

I wanted to share my favorites here.   I definitely took too many shots, just to make sure that I got “the one”.  I kept thinking “Senior prom only happens once.”  I can only imagine what it must feel like to shoot a wedding.

Thanks to M. and C. for inviting me to capture their special evening!

Three things that I love ~

1. Carrying my camera with me everywhere I go.  I love to freeze moments in time that I don’t ever want to forget.
2. The first few minutes I spend every morning snuggling in bed with my two year old.  I love the quiet peace that we share together during that time – no words, no interruptions, just us.
3. The sound of my mother’s laugh.  I promise you, the sound of her heartfelt joy can bring a smile to my face even when I am blue.

Happy Love Thursday!

This could easily be a corner that is stressful, a corner that most people would stay away from.  However, I’ve tried to create a soulful place here by surrounding myself with bits and pieces of happiness, of love.   It works wonders!

As always, find more images and stories of love here.

We were lugging a toddler, picnic basket, blanket, balls, and the rest of the gear needed to entertain a two year at the park.  I looked over my shoulder and spotted this couple.  No blanket, no extras, no responsibilities – just holding each other.  Simple, simple – love.

You remember this moment, right?  I sure do.

When you were young, had no responsibilities, and the only thing you cared about was being with that one person.  Love was enough – it was all you needed.

Then add marriage, jobs, mortgage, insurance, kids . . . . you get the idea.

But just for this moment, let’s remember how sweet young love is – how consuming, intoxicating, and wonderful it is.

Happy Love Thursday!  View more images and stories of love here.

Arts and Crafts project yesterday – when she held up the heart, I thought this would be a perfect addition to Love Thursday!

I’ve been inspired by the numerous images of love from Maine Mamma.

~my nephew and my father-in-law~

“Few can bring the warmth we can find in their embrace, and little more is needed to bring love than a smile on their face.” (Author Unknown)

Love – pure and simple.

Happy Love Thursday! Find more images and stories of love at Chookooloonks.

I pass this sign everyday.

And it makes me smile everyday!  Someone went out of their way to brighten my day.

I hope this image brings a little love and joy to your day!

Find more love here.

Sounds that I absolutely adore:

~ children’s laughter while riding a  carousel (my daughter is deathly afraid!)

~ my mother’s hearty laugh can bring a smile to my face on my worst day

~ the smell of cool, brisk air

~ my daughter’s chuckle when I tickle her

~ the quiet of my home when my family are all safe and sleeping in their warm, cozy beds

Find more love this Thursday.