I have chosen to post, in regards to this theme, the soul inspiration for why I'm even a member of this site.  It is not a member of Photographica, but someone near and dear to me-my father, Jose.

He is the reason why I love photography as a hobby.  He has been the shutterbug in the family and loves film.  He has always had his camera at every family function, vacation or just because.  He photographs everything!  He doesn't know technical terms like DOF, composition or how to use fancy equipment, but he captures what is near and dear to him-memories.  That is why I take the photos I take.  I am here to share those memories. I am also here to hone in skills, learn from others, be inspired by others, be part of a community.  I'm still learning and trying. I sometimes wish that I could achieve the results of others on here, but everyone is differnt/unique. And maybe I don't always get it, but that's okay.

I'm here for me.

So here's to Jose!  

Thanks, Dad!

Motivators:
website

I'm not a very religious person, but I have my own faith.

Days when I see clouds motivates me because no one is alike and it's Nature's creation that I do not take for granted.
clouds 2.
big clouds.

This walking gentleman motivates me to get off my duff & exercise more.

dress is a motivator-because I love it and I want to fit into again.
This leaf motivates me because Autumn is coming soon.These signs remind me to slow down, stop and smell the  roses.
I have this woman to thank as a motivator, though no longer with us. My only grandparent I ever knew-Lola. I get my creativity from her.

This is an inspiration to live-strong.
This business posts motivational quotes for passersby-going southbound & going northbound.
This hopefully will motivate today's youth
school sign.

NOW-
demons-
boo scale. I love candy, but such a no-no.
gumballs.
This snack machine sits outside my office-hard demon to resist.
Especially  these &these.

This is only an occasional demon-their chocolate chip muffins get me all the time!
More demons, not pictured, stress, money, health & time.
Thanks for making me think about what is really important and what I have to work on.