Operation: Love Reunited

What a heart-warming, and emotionally moving event. It was an exceptionally beautiful day for friends and family to gather with this Army Reserve unit before their deployment to Iraq in September. Both the sense of family and the sense of Army pride dominated the day.

I was one of several photographers that heeded the call to preserve some good memories for these wonderful soldiers and their families. From family portraits to intimate candids there is certainly a wealth of images that documented the day. I hope that they all enjoy the photos as much as we enjoyed taking them. This was just a small way that we, the photographers, were able to give back just a little bit to these brave ladies and gentlemen who give so much.

You can click on the title above to view my segment of the album of images.

We all send our prayers and best wishes for their successful mission and safe return.

An opportunity to say "Thank You!"

On Saturday, July 11th I will be afforded an opportunity to use my photographic talent to say "Thank You" to a very special group of families.

"Operation: Love Reunited" pays special attention to members of our armed forces and their families. I will participate with a group of professional photographers who will take portraits and candids of the families of 70 Army Reservists who are being deployed to Iraq in September.

These brave men and women will receive a number of beautiful portraits of themselves and their families as a keepsake to remember this special day that celebrates their bravery and sacrifice.

I was honored when asked to participate, and am truly blessed to be able to share in this very humble way with those who are willing to share so much of their lives with us. Additional thanks goes to my friend and colleague, Alex Wolff who worked so hard to organize the crew of photographers for this event.

May God bless and protect all of our service men and women, and guide them safely home.