It All Starts Somewhere

I never thought that I would be someone who would set up a blog. Although I am not the kind of person to hide my feelings (quite the opposite) and although I have been "a writer" for as long as I can remember, it just didn't seem like it would be something that I would have the time or patience for. But, so much has happened to me lately that venting seems the only option. It seems only logical to do it in this forum where I can choose to share with those close to me, or as a place to release those inner demons that I don't want others knowing about.

My name is Sara Fried. I am a daughter, a sister, a wife, a friend, a mom....and a photographer. As someone who has always been the hardest on myself, I chose to hide the negative feelings I had for myself by hiding behind the lens of a camera. Through doing so I also developed a love for it deeper than I ever would have imagined.

That's what this blog is about. My life through the lens. The things I see through that lens provide a beauty that is truly unexpected. What is captured either on film or digitally is something that is there for us to always remember moments that time may otherwise forget. Every moment can be a cherished memory and I love being a part of capturing those cherished memories for others.

As for the rest of my life, I have a daughter who was born April 29th of 2007 and completely changed my views of the world. She is remarkably bright and exceptionally gorgeous. I know I ssee her through a Mother's eyes, but there is something truly special about my little Mackenzie. She started talking at three months and is now at the vocabulary level of a five year old though she is only two. She keeps me balanced and takes away all the "icky" of a bad day with a single smile. She was the inspiration for my actually trying to turn passion into reality and pursue a career in photography. It is all because of her and I hope to one day find words that are powereful enough to express my love, appreication and thanks to this oh-so special little girl that has so drastically changed my life for the better. I warn you in advance that I brag about my little on a lot and I love her to the ends of the Earth. You should know that know because you will hear lots about Mackenzie and her adventures during this blog. From her Rock Band drum skills to her preparations for preschool that are looming just on the horizon, you will know her as well as I do in no time at all...and probably love her just as much, too!

I also have to take some time to tell you about the man who made it all possible. My husband, Adam. I joke with him all the time that he is way too cute to be my husband and that we are luck that Mackenzie looks more like him. He is one of the kindest men I have ever met. He goes above and beyond to ensure the happiness of others and would give the shirt off his back if you asked him to. And, for some reason that I thank God for every single day...he chose me to be his wife. It was the best thing that ever happened to me that I met a man so amazing. I loved him from the minute I met him (and even before...which I will explain in another blog). The love grows more every day and I am so thankful for the awesome family that I have. Adam is strong, sweet, caring and an awesome Daddy. He is also mad good at Puzzle and is kind of a game freak...we all have our thing, I guess!

Thanks for taking the time to delve into my life. I hope you like stopping and checking in with me. Happy Reading!