This post is not necessarily about me, so forgive the bridal pic...it does, however, play a part!
Today I found out that my wedding photographer passed away, a little before his time if you ask me. We chose him based on references, and his daughter was also friends with my sister in high school. Little did we know that he would be so incredibly warm, kind, patient and sweet spirited. His nature and spirit stuck with me even after my wedding day, such a precious man! I am overcome with sadness today, and so sad for his family. I will never forget Dale Massey and I will continue to keep his family in my prayers...I can't say enough wonderful things about this man!
On to the procrastination part of this post. I am a horrible bride! Folks, as much as I loved my wedding, my photographer, my photos, my husband...I have YET to order my wedding pictures or any bridal portraits! That is some serious procrastination. So hearing of Dale's passing, I went to his website just to see if I could see a picture of HIS sweet face (I never found one of him)...low and behold, I found this bridal picture of me on his main page. It just brought tears to my eyes, I never knew he had any pics of me on his site. I don't think I've even seen this particular picture of me, or if I ever will have a real copy. I ran into him at Sams a few months ago and was embarrased for the fact that I haven't ordered yet. Of course, he (and his wonderful wife) greeted Jeromy and I with a hug. But, I told him I would get "right on it" ordering my photos and I DIDN'T! I wonder what he must have thought of me??? What bride does that? My goodness!
This was his small business...it was only he & him. I am aware that since I never ordered my photos he probably never went through and touched them up, as photographers do. This might be my loss. Procratstination is a terrible thing, DON'T do it. But, to the bigger point...Dale will be SORELY missed by SO many.
"Do not let your hearts be troubled. Trust in God; trust also in me. In my Father's house are many rooms; if it were not so, I would have told you. I am going there to prepare a place for you. And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come back and take you to be with me that you also may be where I am" John 14:1-3
Papaw is the most sincere and loving man. He is full of such great character, family values and complete devotion to friends and family alike! I must also add that he's the BEST hugger in the world, I LOVE them!!! HAPPY HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO THE BESTEST! WE LOVE YOU!!!
Papaw with the sisters :)
Precious little Brayden
Patti & Lynn
Sweet, Sweet Charlie...he is SOOO much fun, gotta love him :)
