The Power of a Photo
I always hear that I should “live in the moment” instead of photographing the present, but in all honesty, I believe that photos and videos are the greatest and only way to truly remember the amazing days that you never want to forget about. The power that a mere photograph holds is simply indescribable. It might not seem like it, but photos provide a multitude of benefits, from allowing oneself to laugh at silly childhood actions, to remembering the details of breathtaking views that one’s mind could not account for. Reminiscing on photos allows myself to catch a glimpse of the times when I was truly at my best, and therefore prompts me to incorporate those past times of glory into my present day life. Even pictures that don’t relate to one’s current life can be pleasant to view. Over half of my middle school pictures, for example, feature my previous best friend (who I have not spoken to in several months), but despite this separation, I still love to think about our ...