For as long as I can remember, I would see things and think what a beautiful picture that would be.  I photographed when and what I could.  Despite having won several prizes and recognition for my photographs in the early 1980's, I put down my camera and let it collect dust for years.  When I began again my family and friends encouraged me to follow the dream that has been with me my entire life, working and traveling as a photographer. My mom Sandy always believed in me, my talents and my dreams, even when I did not.  It is in her honor that I have begun to pursue my passion and happily share my photographs  with others, in the hopes that they inspire those who carry a dream within.