Photographer, Educator, Student, Mother & Wife Obsessed with sharing moments through pictures & words
“I’ve learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.” — Maya Angelou Years from now if someone were to ask me to make a list of the most influential people who have made a difference in my life there […]
Mrs. Amanda Kern…..I LOVE LOVE LOVE the pictures of my cousins. My favorite one of Carson is when he has his big brother shirt on and my favorite one of Harrison is the one with him in the basket. You work is amazing!
All I can say is WOW, lovely,lovely,lovely. I enjoyed viewing all your pic, that’s great Keyna. You truly have a lovely family.
LOVE! LOVE! LOVE!, Mom you look great!!!!!!!
Amanda – Your caring and sensitivity show through in your work – you must have a very special place in your heart for this family. Thanks for sharing their story in your blog.
“Give me your faith. Let me show you my strength.” ~unknown The break between semesters has certainly flown by this year. I suppose it seems like a big chunk of it was filled in the hospital or doctor’s offices. I’ve always enjoyed returning to Valencia every fall…the renewed energy that fills the campus the week […]
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Thanks for sharring Amanda! It’s always inspiring to see how much you’re able to take one, as it’s a good motivator for me to be more produtive. I too get excited at the beginning of the fall semester and am looking forward to teaching essentials again (after a break this summer). I love inspiring w new group of students and introducing them to graphic design. 
“Things pass, and the best we can do is to let them really go away.” ~Paul Coelho I’ve made it past another surgery. Yesterday was a bit of a blur and I definitely wasnt in any shape to be updating anyone by phone, email or my blog…so my apologies to those of you waiting for […]
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Miss Amanda, you’ve once again shown a remarkable resilience. You always seem to come back to center. Thinkin’ about you, lady and hope you’re feeling well soon!!
Hang in there – hugs and strength.
Amanda,
I am so thankful your surgery went well! I hope the pain takes a hike somewhere else too! Thanks for keeping us updated. Rest well.
*Hugs*
Jessica
“Hope quietly abides in our souls and whispers comfort on our journeys when we need it most.” ~Unknown Tomorrow morning I go into surgery to undergo a laparoscopy. Yes, surgery…again. The topic is something I’ve preferred not to speak much about but after dealing with months of pain since the c-section when I had Chance […]
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Amanda,
I felt like I was right there living in this story. I love your photography. Grandma Bistrow’s excitement brought tears to my eyes. The kids are getting cuter everyday! I just want to pinch Chance’s cheeks LOL..he is such a little doll. I wish you the best during your surgery. You will be in my thoughts and prayers, and I can only HOPE for you that the “storm” will soon calm. I know you want to show your super powers like Chance, but you will never beat him so you should just drop out of the game now!jk..;)
*Hugs*,
Jessica
Okay Amanda, loved walking through the surprise, loved all of the pictures, but I have to admit, I hated crying as the tears rolled down while my agents walked by asking me “what’s wrong”? Not a very pleasant site I guess for them first thing in the morning seeing me cry over my computer!!!!!!
“If you find it in your heart to care for somebody else, you will have succeeded.” — Maya Angelou We’ve made it a few days and thankfully haven’t had to return to the hospital with my baby boy. After how crazy the last week was I admit it is a huge sigh of relief to […]
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I heard of your story through “Hero’s for a cause”, I too have SB, and a shunt. I’m 17 and this story has seriously touched my life. I am and will be praying for your beautiful baby and your family. God has a plan! Stay strong! Jeremiah 29:11.
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