What is it about photography that I find so appealing? What makes me constantly beg Charlie to pull over so I can get that great shot? Why am I always the one at parties taking the pictures? I like the click. I like the sound the camera makes when I push that little button. Well, that is part of it anyway. That, and I am compulsive about documenting just about everything in my life (this picture is actually a self portrait, not a picture of my husband).

I also love to organize my pictures. Ever since I was little I was organizing things (At this very moment my spices sit alphabetically ordered in my spice cabinet). I used to have a pretend office behind my parents couch where I would organize my pretend important documents. Now I keep my not-pretend documents organized. And my pictures too. So, I am compulsive.

I enjoy learning. When it comes to photography, I can spend hours learning. I mean, lets face it, there is enough to learn to keep me busy for a life time. But, I enjoy learning everything about it. From shooting techniques to processing techniques. And when I get new toys to go with my camera I dive right in and learn everything about it. I love it.

Nature. If it wasn't for my passion for nature there would be a whole lot less to shoot. I am truly in my element when I am outside and I especially love being outside with my camera. I can spend hours upon hours shooting the details of nature and never be bored.

I guess among other things it gives me something to do. Often when I am at family events or social gatherings I find myself looking for something to do. I do enjoy visiting with people, and if the situation is right I can enjoy some nice conversations. But let's face it, often times when one is at a party...there are some conversations that are just not so interesting. If I have my camera and my brothers start talking about poker and can quickly run out of the room shouting about a photo opportunity that I just can't miss.

Yes.