Happy Memorial Day

This is my Brother Brandon and my then eight month old daughter Gennavieve.

I am a person who is highly affected by a photograph. Whether it is a joyful emotion or a sad one, I believe it is one of the reasons why photography means so much to me. In celebration of the holiday this weekend I thought that I would include a few photographs that will pull at your heart strings as we celebrate the men and women who fight every day for our country and who have died so that we can remain free.

On a personal side of things, my older brother Brandon fought in Desert Storm, and my grandfather on my fathers side fought in World War 2. So, the lives of the soldiers have hit home for me. One of my husbands best friends from high school also fought in Desert Storm and Panama. He recently lost his life not due to war circumstances but will always remain a hero in my husbands heart. His name was Matthew Morelli.

There is a memorial page set up for Matt at this web site- http://matthew-morelli.last-memories.com/

Whether you see a solider on the street, are married to one, or just know one as a friend, give them a hug and tell them you are proud of them and the work that they do on this memorial day weekend. For the ones who are no longer with us, say a quick prayer of thanks to them as well.

Sincerely,

Shannon