I submitted this photo of the Mash Fork Falls to the PW Flickr group this morning. It is now happily posted alongside thousands of other gorgeous “water” themed photos!

Mash Fork Falls – Camp Creek, WV.

Oh God, as I bring my subject into focus and prepare to make each portrait,
never let me forget that I’m creating treasures for a family, a keepsake for
loved ones. Make me sensitive to the qualities and virtues of others, so that
I may draw out into the light, the beautiful radiant belongings of their hearts.

Help me to be an artist, collecting the beauty of every soul, the glow of
youth, the gentleness, the laughter or tears of each life that is precious in
Thy sight. Deeper than a means of livelihood, give me the perspective
to see my photographer’s art as a service to others, making life
richer and more memorable.

And, dear Lord, between the lights and shadows, the ups and downs
and the rolling years, keep me from getting out of focus or off center,
so that my life and work may be framed with dignity
and colored with contentment.

AMEN

~~ Author Unknown ~~