I was blessed to be able to attend Jason’s homecoming.  I met Jason, his wife, Anita, and 3 beautiful children last January before Jason was sent to Afghanistan.  I was thrilled when Anita called me to document Jason’t safe return home.   Each child had a doll with Jason’s image they were clinging to as they waited for the plane’s arrival.  After his arrival, Jason’s daughter would not let go of him and is holding him in many of the photos.  The passengers waiting to board the plane for the next flight were cheering and hugging and thanking Jason.  It was a very emotional day, but one I am happy to have witnessed.  The sideshow tells the story better than I can write.

For any photographer considering volunteering with Oplove I do recommend it.  It is very rewarding.

Here are the images to document his homecoming.

I loved Rebecca’s sign.

Rebecca nervously waiting in the airport terminal for Jonathan’s flight.

I loved this sequence when Rebecca first saw Jonathon walk through the airport door.

Thank you for inviting me to document Jonathon’s safe return.  And thank you for the sacrifice your family made for our country.

If you are part of  a deploying, depolyed or returning military family then look at Operation: Love Reunited (oplove for short) for details on the program and to find participating photographers.

Anita got a little emotional during her time with Jason.

Thank you for invting me into this moment of your life. I can’t wait to get the call to do your return photos.  Which, if all goes well, I get to photograph another family later this week who is returning home.  Watch the blog for news.

What a beautiful day for a walk. The dog walk is my favorite charity event of the year (Sparky’s too). I love seeing all the dogs and enjoying a great day in Longmont. Pictures are below including the dog agility course and several of the dogs available for adoption at the humane society. Our latest family photo is at the bottom – taken by my dear friend Jennifer.

If you have room in your home and in your heart take a look at the Longmont Humane Society’s virtual kennel page http://www.longmonthumane.org/. Some of the best dogs come from shelters – including the best dog ever, Sparky.

I am proud to announce Jennifer Schumacher Photography is now part of the Think Pink Photographers Network supporting women with Breast Cancer. Cancer has directly affected my family and I am honored to support this great cause.

Through the Think Pink Photography Network we are helping breast cancer survivors and their supporters to celebrate life through charitable photography sessions. Any individual that has been diagnosed with breast cancer or completed treatment within the past 12 months qualifies for a Think Pink Photography Session. Sessions are available to document the fight before or during treatment or to celebrate the victory when treatment is completed. Clients will receive a complimentary session, 20 4×6 prints from their session, and a 10% discount on any additional purchases from that session.

Over the next month I will also be developing the Think Pink Collection. A portion of the sales from this line will be donated to The Beverly Family Foundation. Watch for previews of the products on the blog!

For more information, you can contact me, or you can visit the Think Pink Photography website at: http://www.thinkpinkphotography.org

ABOUT THINK PINK PHOTOGRAPHY

Think Pink Photography was founded in October 2007 to support individuals and their families who have been touched by breast cancer. We are a non-profit organization that serves two main purposes – celebrating life and supporting the cause.

Through our photography network, we are helping breast cancer survivors and their supporters to celebrate life with charitable photography sessions.

Through donations and various fundraising efforts, all profits from Think Pink Photography will be donated to The Beverly Family Foundation. As a 3-time breast cancer survivor, Danielle Beverly and her husband Eric joined together to form a foundation dedicated to promoting education, increasing awareness, and providing support and resources for families who have been touched by breast cancer.