Photographers may or may not make a living by photography, but they are alive by it ~ Robert Adams

The spring is a very challenging time for me. Foggy, rainy and cold days are mostly gone, as hot and sunny weather takes over. But even worse than that are my allergies.

Going out to take some photos becomes an exercise in overcoming the discomfort, pushing through the misery at times.

Thankfully, I started taking an allergy pill that seems to be working. It's not perfect, but it makes being out bearable. So I've been taking more pictures lately and the change in my mood has been nothing short of amazing.

I went from feeling a bit sluggish, tired, to feeling more alive and optimistic. And I didn't have to go anywhere to feel that way! Just walking the very same roads, streets and paths I walk everyday. That's the power of the camera.

Just another reminder (in case I needed one!) that this is what photography... daily photography, does to us.