But it’s not why you may think.
On November 5th, Clayton spoke to the high schoolers at Atascadero Bible Church, and yesterday spoke at second and third service. It was moving. Clayton is my hero. Clayton is amazing. Clayton has touched many, many lives around the world now.
If you have 20 or 25 minutes, watch the link below
Clayton’s Story
of course, I have to include a photo of *my* hero.
I have had the pleasure to photograph the “F familia” for some time now…. they have become family. We all can joke and tease and laugh the whole session.
Just a couple that I looked at and wanted to post to get a sneak peek up. enjoy.
the sibilings:
and also adding the newest member of their family, the fiance
teri mason: These are great! I love the one standing in the doorway - very original and a neat way to pose older kids with mom & dad.
This was a cold morning session. The shivers were hitting most of us. We met at the Paso Robles Inn for a quick session this morning.
Enjoy your sneak peek. I’ll be in touch soon.
Christine: OH MY GOSH! You have caught my daughters perfectly! I always knew how beautiful they were and now everyone will see what I see. Thank you. Christine Kelley
teri mason: What darling girls! You captured them beautifully!
Teresa Edwards: These pics are so awesome. I see where they get their beauty. ME!!! I started crying when I saw them, not only are they beautiful on the outside they are beautiful on the inside as well!!!! Can't wait to get mine!!!
you are the strongest guy that I know.
I start my days thinking of you, saying a prayer. You have amazing strength, all of you. Continue to be strong.
jenny mcmasters: Mo, I was just thinking of this family today and stopped by to see if you had any new pictures to share or news on Clayton. Prayers.
Cyndee: I have been thinking about this family for a few days now...they are heavy on my heart...I am praying for you, Dear Family... "Therefore we do not lose heart. Though outwardly we are wasting away, yet inwardly we are being renewed day by day. For our light and momentary troubles are achieving for us an eternal glory that far outweighs them all. So we fix our eyes not on what is seen, but on what is unseen. For what is seen is temporary, but what is unseen is eternal.Now we know that if the earthly tent we live in is destroyed, we have a building from God, an eternal house in heaven, not built by human hands. Meanwhile we groan, longing to be clothed with our heavenly dwelling, because when we are clothed, we will not be found naked. For while we are in this tent, we groan and are burdened, because we do not wish to be unclothed but to be clothed with our heavenly dwelling, so that what is mortal may be swallowed up by life. Now it is God who has made us for this very purpose and has given us the Spirit as a deposit, guaranteeing what is to come.Therefore we are always confident and know that as long as we are at home in the body we are away from the Lord. We live by faith, not by sight. We are confident, I say, and would prefer to be away from the body and at home with the Lord." 2 Corinthians 4:16-15:8 King James Version Bible
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Here is it mid-November and I travel up to San Francisco for this “big” family portrait session expecting it to be a chilly November Sunday. To our pleasant surprise, it was 80 degrees out at Golden Gate Park and just beautiful. I had a wonderful day with the T Family. Here is a sneak peek of the children that I have the release for. I’m sure I’ll be back to post some family shots too.
Leave a comment below and pass along the link to family and friends to see.
Enjoy.
Kids, kids and more kids - and a dog!
Brothers:
The boy who won my heart
Sisters:
Siblings:
And another boy:
And the dog:
Anne T: Way to go, Mo! The kids look great. I'm sorry we waited so long to have a pro take pics, especially if they turn out looking this great. Can't wait to see more!
Jo: WOW!!! Who knew the brats could look so good. Talk about handsome devil. Look at Brown!!
Rita: Great Job, though I don't remember seeing JM smile like that before.
teri mason: These are beautiful. Great captures of some pretty gorgeous kids! Oh and the dog is cute, too!
Tahoe is our black lab… the best friend you could ask for.
This image is very “him” with his ball right with him.
Jan Scott: That is an amazing shot, Monyeen! I love it!
Clayton, just know that you are in my prayers all day long. Many of my friends have been so touched by the images and your courage.
Jan Scott: Yes, I've been very much touched by this story and the amazing images you captured. Thanks so much for sharing it with us. Lots of prayers are being said for Clayton and his family!
The T children are so adorable. The girls showed up with their hair fresh out of curlers and all of them dressed so nicely for their portraits.
little Miss S
H man
and big Sis K
sibilings:
Heather Hamilton: Beautiful Mo! Adorable kiddo's!
Pattie: Monyeen, Thank you so much for adding the link of Clayton's presentation to your site . God's glorious story displayed through Clayton's faith and life is reaching many. Thanks for being another avenue for that! Clayton - Thank you for living your life as we all should be living ~ for the marvelous glory of God!!! We love you! Pattie and all the Heidengrens