Happy Beginnings
Canon 5D Mark ll, 50 1.2L, 1.2 aperture, 1/160 shutter, 640 ISO
This is his beginning place, my husband’s home. He lived on the same street all of his years growing up in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. I stopped here for the night while on my way to visit my home in Virginia. The house resonates with the peace that my husband embodies with his life. He grew up in a house of love.
Sweet Face
Bow Ties were in Fashion
The first time he brought me here, I was 20 and he was 24. We were dancing around the edges of falling in love. I got lost in those dreamy eyes of his. We walked late at night on the road in front of his house, the traffic light glistening on the rainy pavement, just like it did tonight. I had to walk out there and take a photo tonight, barefoot in the rain, just like I was then. I can’t believe it has been 25 years since the warmth of that road moved up through our toes and into our hearts.
Rainy, Romantic Road
This is what he looked like when I met him. Any girl would have lost her heart to this handsome young musician. The band was called Chris o’ Mick and consisted of he and my brother-in-law, but that’s another blog. Still have some albums if anyone wants vintage Chris o’ Mick.
Working on the Album
My favorite part of this trip is that Katie is staying here now, in this house of love, while she attends graduate school at Wake Forest University. She is now reaping the benefits of love that spreads across generations. Chris’ parents are generous and kind people. I pretty much hit the jackpot when it comes to in-laws. They have always treated me as one of their own, right from the start, and Katie is now receiving the royal treatment as well. She has made her own place here, and it is good to see that in person. It helps my heart to rest a bit.
K for Katie Girl
Study Space
It is so good to be here in the home of my husband. There are so many memories here, and now Katie is making new ones to pass onto her future family.
Tomorrow I head to my home.:)
Psalm 126:1-3 ~” When the LORD restored the fortunes of Zion, we were like those who dreamed. Our mouths were filled with laughter, our tongues with songs of joy. Then it was said among the nations, ‘The LORD has done great things for them.’ The LORD has done great things for us, and we are filled with joy.”
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The bow tie and the southern swoop is too much to handle.
Thanks for honoring my sweet and legit parents – travel safely.
Awaiting your return!
I am smiling from ear to ear…this home truly is a place of love, laughter, great food, and ALWAYS music! It is security for me and they are my “adopted” family whom I love very much! Many bits of wisdom, careful instruction, and acceptance have come to me from God – through each member of the Morgan family. Thanks for reminding me of that today!
Awe! Brought tears to my eyes! God has blessed you so much…..both of you! Love you so much my little sister! I am so proud of you and who you have become!
Thank you for such a sweet and touching tribute to my wonderful parents. God smiled on me the day he assigned me to them! It was a great home to grow up in and a loving family to be a part of. I am also glad that you, Mary Anne, are a part of my family. You have added another sweet spice to our lives and we are blessed to have you. I am not quite so grateful for the old pics of me. I understand that you chose them because of my little bro, but really? I’ve come a long way, baby. (lol)
Thank you, Mary Anne, for your sweet words. We feel unworthy but very appreciative. I agree with Kathy – you are a special part of our family.
Thanks Mary Anne for writing what I know to be true…we have great parents. I remember when Chris brought you home that first time. I could see that he was falling for the Virginia girl…and I’m glad that he did. You are a part of our family both now and forever. (And it is really nice having Katie so close to us for a short while.)