Almost all of us have struggles in life. For those that say they have none, well, they struggle with the truth and honesty. Just sayin’! Some of our struggles are private and hidden, and others are out there for the world to see. Some struggles come and go, and others hang around, nagging us every day. (And, oh, do I have many!!)
For Sarah, her struggle was to find herself, hidden under some extra weight. So in July of 2010, she had surgery to assist in that quest. Well, in the process of finding herself, she lost a lot of herself – over 150 lbs! Nice job! Sarah has learned to love what’s left of her, and she says there’s more to go. She made the change for herself and her Mamma, and because she was tired of hiding behind others and their happiness. It was time to find her own!
Sarah had known of us for a while, but she said she was nervous about reaching out and then even more nervous to meet us. Sarah came to us because she wanted to document this incredible time in her transformation. Her fears were put at ease when she did finally meet with us. We formed a friendship and a level of trust that allowed Sarah to be comfortable during her session. We met up with her last summer and chatted for a while to get to know her and her story. It’s just part of what we do – getting to know people. We laughed and cried and I was so excited about her and her spirit. I loved everything about Sarah and felt deeply honored she had chosen us to tell her story. I wanted to make this experience extra special, so I enlisted the help of the insanely talented Kate Herndon to give Miss Sarah the royal treatment so she could could feel and be treated like the princess that she is. Now, she was a little nervous, but she still trusted us and had an amazing time. She says Mike made her “laugh and cry in the same frame craziness”. She learned so much about herself and now feels more confident and beautiful! Sarah, you are beautiful – inside and out!
Mike and Kate spent an afternoon with Sarah in White Springs for her session. She totally rocked numerous outfits and looked beyond amazing!
Images by Lake City Portrait Photographers Mike & Ann | Visual Storytellers.
Thank you sooooooo much, Sarah, for inviting us to document such an awesome and inspiring time in your life. We are so honored by your trust and forever changed by your spirit. We love you and wish God’s richest blessings on your life! We are so happy for you and proud of your courage to share yourself. We are so excited about what God has in store for you.
~Ann
