Monday's Musings: Ann Voskamp Quote on Always Being Thankful

by Mary Denman @MaryDenman

With Thanksgiving coming up here in the United States, our thoughts turn to being thankful. 

While it's easiest to be thankful for the good things in life, as Ann Voskamp says, "There is always, always, always something to be thankful for."

In the face of challenges, whether they be relational, health issues, or the loss of loved one, there is always something to be thankful for. We may have to look for it, but it's there to be found. 

And that's the key. 

We need to look. 

Photo Tip Friday: Shooting Family Gatherings in Low Light

By Mary Denman   @MaryDenman

Today's tips are for helping you shoot the best pictures you can at family gatherings in low light. 

With a little forethought and an understanding of low light situations, you can capture wonderful memories this Thanksgiving and at all you holiday events. 

I have a huge family. I'm one of 6 siblings and when we all get together, there are 37 of us. Even if a family or a few people can't make it, we have a big family gathering! And I love every crazy minute of it.

Let's get started with learning how best to photograph indoor family events. 

Monday's Musings - An Unusual Thankfulness

by Mary Denman    @MaryDenman

As Thanksgiving here in the states draws closer, lots of people are realizing they have much to be thankful for. 

I am, too. 

However, this year, my focus is a little different. I do want to be thankful and list the blessings in my life. 

But my Thanksgiving list isn't typical. You might even say it's a little unusual.

Wordless Wednesday - Giving Thanks!

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Here are a few shots of my family's fun Thanksgiving. We were missing Mom, but it was great to be together!

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Wordless Wednesday

Thanksgiving is certainly a day to think about our blessings. 

Family and friends and relationships often come to mind. 

For some, it's a day of celebration of being together and enjoying good times.

For some, it's a day of sadness, missing loved ones who can't sit at the table.

So whether or not our table is full, or missing someone, we can give thanks.

And whether that table is fully set with china and silver, or humbly set with paper plates and plastic forks, we can stop and give thanks. 

Through our laughter.

Through the tears. 

I pray that God will bless you this Thursday. 

And that you feel His love.