Landing Place of the Thunderbird

My Scholarship entry - A 'place' I have visited

Canada | Friday, July 5, 2013 | 5 photos

Growing up, our family never had a lot of money to spend on luxuries such as traveling around the world. As children, we found other ways to entertain ourselves, fueling my imagination, creativity, and desire to explore outdoors.

Many people have their “bucket list” – a list of things to do before you die. In my mind, I never had a bucket list. I always had a “LIFE LIST.” Why should someone wait to do things they’ve always wanted to do BEFORE they die? Why not do the things you want to do WHILE you live?

Each year, I try to accomplish at least 5 or 6 of my many interests and passions in life. This year, I hope to cross off travel to Greenland, work for National Geographic, and learn more about photography off my life list.

One thing I love about photography is that it is a snapshot of a moment in time. There are many elements in life that are often disregarded and taken for granted when it is right in front of you. In the busy city life, many people are often set into their daily monotonic routine. By learning more about photography, I hope to use it as a tool to help others see there are so many opportunities to view their community in a new, and reflective way.