A Chance to Look Back

So, we really enjoy photography competitions - mainly, for me (Spencer), it gives me a chance to look back at weddings I'd nearly forgotten.I know what we're doing for couples is so meaningful - they can look back at their photographs and remember their day. Though, I have to say,it works the exact same way for me. I was looking back through Jennifer and Travis' wedding and found myself smiling - they are such a greatcouple. We loved photographing their wedding, getting to know their family - the entire weekend was incredible.Ha, I guess you know you have great clients when the photographs hold more meaning to you as the time passes as well. It brings to me thesame feeling to me as when I look back at photographs of my friends. Love. Sharing. Joy. Not to be too dramatic here, but, well, Anna and Ido truly enjoy doing what we do - documenting one of the most important days for our clients. And, we tend to attract clients who could easily(and many times do) become true friends.In this case, I went back to Jennifer and Travis' wedding for the photography competition over at ISPWP. The competition this monthis for a photograph where a couple's dog was present at their wedding, and I instantly remembered their wedding. It's nice to havereasons to look back and remember the day. As for the competition (or any competition we enter, really), to me, it isn't about winningas much as remembering and participating. The very act of taking part of something different reminds me why we do this, and helpsme feel part of a larger community.Anyway, I just thought I'd share my thoughts this morning as I pulled out a few images from 2009. Now, back to editing for me. :)- Spencer