Dear Mom,

We have grown up and fought our way into the real world.

We have flown the coup, discovered ourselves, and one might even say we came out ahead. Now that we are fragmented across the country, i would like to say that it was you that has driven us here. Not to get away, but to reach out and find new places, seize an opportunity, experience something com

pletely different.I wanted to take the time to appreciate what you have done for you three kids (which we will always be in your eyes).

It started with smoking cigarettes. From blowing more smoke than a chimney to nothing, cold turkey, the first sacrifice of being pregnant with your fist kid. Two more were soon to follow, making school and a profession even harder. So we killed your cool factor and put the brakes on your interets all in the span of 4 years.At least we were supposed to, but you have accomplished these things anyway. Taking us to classes was probably harder than any of the credits we took in college. You have taken on a bouquet of jobs in a field that relies on personal rewards rather than monetary. You have even found another creative outlet in a store. Selling handmade products like natural soaps before organic was even the cool thing to do. Jobs at shelters and support groups have shown the world just a sampling of the support you have given us through the years.

You have cared for a small army of children in your own day care just to stay with us at home. As well as a full petting zoo of animals to keep us happy. Boy scouts, girl scouts, sports,

bands, jobs, and academic fairs are just a few more things that top off the list. But the list of what we have learned is greater and we are better people for it. Even though you are not physically close we carry your traits with us. Not to mention the recipes, curtains, and a crafty mindset.
So to give back we have decided to give you some tools to work on your new hobby with, photography. When you visit the grand canyon and Las Vegas rent some lenses for you camera, on us, so you can get the shot you want to. Pick 2 lenses for 7 days from a lens rental place.
Although we can’t be there for Mother’s Day we can give you something to be creative with.
Thanks Mom, and happy Mother’s Day!

Love,

Cati, Jess, and Matt

Lens suggestions:
Like the Canon 16-35mm f/2.8L II

Sigma 8-16mm f/4.5-5.6 DC HSM