And the secret garden bloomed and bloomed and every morning revealed new miracles. ~ Frances Hodgson Burnett, The Secret Garden
I like to think photography is my secret garden. I can go there and play, immerse myself in the beauty of it, watch as it grows, and fall in love a little more each time. Whatever sadness or disappointment or hurt has come my way, I’ve had an escape. I want to be more creative, discover new things, do better than I ever thought I could. The feeling of producing something wonderful gives me endless tingles and pride that nothing can compare to (with the exception of my daughter, the centre of the world!). I think it’s so important to have that something – whether reading a good book, baking, painting, sewing, an evening walk, or just a cup of tea and a deep breath! That thing that comforts and brings back the feeling of really being alive. It’s how I heal, and how I grow.
I’ve learned so much about myself through my work, which can be both confidence-building and unnerving. I’ve learned I’m a lot more introverted than I previously thought. And a lot more determined than I ever expected. And I’ve never been happier or filled with more anticipation of what’s to come.
It’s a good place to be. And I love where I am right now.
M x
Where you tend a rose my lad, a thistle cannot grow. ~ Frances Hodgson Burnett, The Secret Garden
8 Comments
Beautiful as always. Such a wise and precious little girl you have there <3
Thank you so much Emma! Love x
And you are so amazing at what you do!
xxx
…and I am absolutely loving where you are and what you are doing. You are gorgeous ~ inside and out honey. These photo’s are so you…and so your beautiful little daughter. xx
I love what you wrote about photography being your secret garden where you can go & play. I can relate to that very much.
These are lovely soft images.
Thank you Jane!! x
Thanks Jen, me too. It’s a good place. xo
So lovely to hear that you can relate to this Lisa! It’s so nice to have an escape! Thank you. xx
Beautiful Mel. I love her in this dress
Thanks Jody! xx