I have always been one to capture moments through the camera of my phone. That way I could remember those moments for life.
It's probably because my mom was picture obsessed.
So, it's a no brainer that I ended up being that way.
I have always been a firm believer that a picture tells a story...
As the notification for the contest popped up on my phone, a huge smile immediately crept upon my face.
I searched my entire camera roll just for one special photo. What story could I even talk about?
As I scrolled past each of my endless pictures, a million memories started to flood my mind.
Then I stopped at one.
It's the dorkiest picture I have of myself, yet every time I look back at it I am reminded of the most pure and happy day.
I was at a time in my life where I could be happy without feeling guilty.
Because of this year, I haven't felt like I should have happiness.
It was a picture that my friend took of my boyfriend and I.
In the picture, I have the biggest smile on my face and I look like a total goof, but I was happy.
Completely and genuinely happy.
That day I fell through a pile of mud and ruined my clothes, but I didn't care.
After I fell, I got up and laughed until my stomach hurt.
This day and this picture, are a reminder for me to stay happy even if I feel as though I shouldn't.
The year 2020, has been a complete roller coaster of emotions.
Yet, no matter what happens, I can just simply scroll through my photos and my mood is instantly lifted.
I look at this picture and I am reminded of the horrendous hike we went on to get to this breath taking waterfall.
I look at the picture and think about how I was drenched with sweat.
I look at this picture and hear my soulmate's laughter.
I look at this picture and I feel the warmth of the summer.
I look at this picture and I am given a reason to smile still today.
Yes, a picture only shows a small sliver of a day, it can still hold so many memories.
That specific picture will forever be one of my favorites, no matter how goofy I look.
