Who Am I?
I am many things to many people: a wife, mother, daughter, sister, cousin, aunt, great-aunt and friend. I am fun, curious, creative, hard working, intelligent, social, full of energy, compassionate and nice. I love to travel, meet new people, photo-journal everything from beautiful sceneries, unique art work, people and even the food I eat. And, I create beautiful coffee table books – because, It’s All About the Memories!
I am aware that I drive people nuts with my camera, but I know that deep down inside some will appreciate the photos later.
I am sure my mom must have had trouble giving birth to me as I swear there was a camera affixed to my eye at birth. When I see things, I see them as if peering through a lens. I can’t help myself… I just have to capture that picture! My very first camera in 1968 was a Kodak instamatic with a square disposable flash [it was good for four photos and automatically turned after each shot]. To this day I can still hear the sound of the flash igniting, smell the odor of the burnt-out bulb and feel the warm buckled texture of the melted casing. Ahhh, the Memories!
My very first camera was a Kodak Instamatic (top). I matured to a sleeker Kodak Pocket Instamatic a few years later!
I have gone through more cameras than I can count. Instamatic, Polaroid, 35mm, point and shoot digital, video camera, and my current camera, the RebelT2i with the Canon 430EX II Speedlite Flash. I am still learning how to use all the features and loving every minute of it!!
I have advanced slightly with my Rebel T2i. Mom always said, "Accessorize, accessorize, accessorize!"
I am a registered nurse with a masters in Organizational Development and a Certificate in Healthcare Informatics. I have significant experience in human relations, service excellence and technology. I was employed by the same organization for 30 years. I spent the last twenty years as a proactive leader working and volunteering with schools, community collaboratives and non-profit organizations on Cape Cod and in third-world countries. As a result of the downturn in the economy, my position was eliminated and I’m now in the process of networking and searching for a career that will utilize my organizational skills, relationship building skills and my creativity.
I am an Upper Cape Toastmaster, I volunteer for several non-profit organizations and I am currently enrolled in the Landmark Self-Expression & Leadership Program and the Community Leadership Institute of Cape Cod and the Islands.
I am in transition. I love that word…TRANSITION. The process or a period of changing from one state or condition to another. I refer to this time as a passage or crossing to recreate myself!
I am truly blessed and very happy!
Addendum: May 25, 2012
A few updates since I began this journey on January 1, 2012.
New Beginnings
I am happy to report that I was offered a position with Hospice and Palliative Care of Cape Cod on May 17, 2012 and I accepted. I will begin my journey as an Admissions RN on June 11, 2012 and I am so excited!
Hospice and Palliative Care of Cape Cod opened their doors in 1981, the same year I began my career as a nurse at Cape Cod Hospital. And, June 11th will be my 29th Wedding Anniversary. What a wonderful gift!
Welcome to the Family!
As of today, May 25, 2012, I am the proud owner of a Canon EOS 60D complete with two lenses, a EF-S 18-135mm and a EF 70-300.
I think I need to take some lessons!
I bought a bundle, complete with a 16 GB video card, a spare battery and two lenses. To complete the package I purchased a nice camera bag for which I hope to fit both cameras and all my accessories.
With the start of my new photography business, Creative Candids of Cape Cod, a back-up camera was needed.
I like the flip out screen!
Nice that it comes with 2 lenses different from the two I currently have for my T2i. All interchangeable!
I am patiently awaiting the return of my Rebel T2i. Best Buy will repair or replace the camera and lens at no cost if they cannot figure out what is wrong. I purchased the original camera in 2009 which was replaced by Best Buy in 2010 after an unfortunate accident, at no cost! I love the black-tie protection plan! I definitely got my moneys worth!
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Beautifully and eloquently written Diane. Thanks so much for sharing your new chapter with me. I too am on a new journey and cannot wait to see what it brings. THIS is your forte! You are so much and more. I love your creative passion, enthusiasm and generous sharing nature. I feel honored to have known you in your teens and to see what you have become now. The world is your oyster. I can tell you love every minute. Who could ask for more? CONGRATULATIONS TO YOU for using your talent, skills, ingenuity, and creative lens to capture the moments in between the crash of the waves.
Nancy, Thank you!! I am just writing about what I see and feel and it makes me happy to do so. I have a passion for photography and see the world through a view finder. Thank you for your kind comments. It made my day! I am blessed to have met you and happy we still keep in touch! Those were the days my friend!!!
I love photography!!! Thank you for sharing your World with us. Your enthusiasm for life is infectious! (hee) Love you Diane and all that you accomplish with your unending creative energy. This new chapter will be amazing. God Bless, Laurel
Laurel, I see that. You and I probably could win an award for the most Photo spamming on Facebook! ahahah!~ Thanks for being you and for being such a long-time friend!
Diane, I’m overwhelmed by your energy and expertise. Photographs are gorgeous and your writing expressive. Congratulations on all that you have accomplished – Love you much Auntie Pat.
So happy you like your calendar and that you took the time to check out the blog! Your words mean a lot! Love, Diane