Capturing History

This photo of Holy Trinity Catholic Church was taken as I was leaving the wedding of a dear friend on a crisp, sunny fall afternoon. Capturing the day was important. It was more than joy for the happy couple, it was the breathtaking beauty of this historic church.

While sitting inside I soaked in the light of the stain-glass. The ornate color palate, richness and texture of the walls, floor and ceiling embodied history, reverence and tradition. It was peaceful. I was honored to be in such beauty.

During Mass I imagined the countless celebrations, services, funerals, prayers and events that had taken place in the building, I was in awe. That's the effect that special buildings and special people have on me. They speak to my soul. That day was no different. We were gathered to honor a very special couple, in a very special place.

The excitement of the day and enormity of the church was far too great to capture in a photo, (especially one taken with a camera phone.) With each attempt I failed. It was too much. Disappointed, I began to walk away, then as I looked over my shoulder I realized I could snap something. I took a breath and picked an angle. That's how it is in life too, sometimes when it's overwhelming, you have to stop and look at it from a different, more focused angle. Even though you see only one frame of the whole picture, the beauty is still there!