In the digital world many of my photos sit on my cell phone, tablet, computer … I even have one of those digital frames where I see a new image every five seconds. Can you identify? We have hundreds, if not thousands, of photos stored on these devices. I hardly delete a thing. Although, I will eventually get to a point where storage issues will arise. BUT still … is this not easier then having prints made … buying an album … organizing, etc. It can be for some people.
I recently emptied all my photo albums and purchased photo archival photo storage boxes. It took what seemed to be forever, but that was okay with me. It was fun!
I loved having the prints in my hands … the tangible … I stared … I thought … I instantly was brought back to the time and place. Laughter … tears … it didn’t matter. I went back to the adventure that was now a memory!
The print I am sharing on this blog was taken 32 years ago! My late husband, Bob, and our youngest son. Pre- digital camera for me. The photo has always been a favorite of mine. It is pretty beat up. I remember the day as if it were yesterday!
Can digital images have this same effect? Maybe … but I will still continue to print my favorites, hold them in my hands, and reminisce.