Lions, and Tigers But NO Bears.... is just fine with ME!!

FOR THE LOVE OF THE BIG CATS.

I AM SO EXCITED!!!    

Today I had an experience of a lifetime and I have been floating on a cloud all day long.  I  accompanied my photography meet-up group today for an adventure of a lifetime.  We went to Rockwell, NC to Suzie's Pride, a Lion and Tiger sanctuary for a hands-on photography experience.  We were able to get up close and personal with the Big Cats and photograph them in their home environment. 

Suzie's pride is  a no-kill, no-breed facility for unwanted, abused and neglected big cats from private owners, commercial entities, zoos and other sanctuaries. They provide big cats with a place to live out their days in a compassionate respectful environment; we give them proper care enabling them to have a good quality of life. This sanctuary is operated by a wonderful family who have dedicate their lives to save these precious animals.  They love and care for these exploited and unwanted "Big Cats". 

I was blessed to have been given this opportunity.  

Meet Ella

Meet Sarah

Meet Hobbs

PLEASE help support Suzie's Pride.

http://www.suziespride.org

Nothing Like a New Baby

I recently brought out my photographer side and took some pictures of Baby Necose.  He was 10 days old when we did the photoshoot.  Necose was wonderful for the sessions and I was able to catch some great shots.  Hope you enjoy!

 

Brand New Shining Star

What an awesome experience I had last night.  I was summoned by my dear friend Gena to accompany her,  her fiancee  Moe and her parents to the hospital to welcome their new baby boy.  This was the second time I was privileged to witness the birth of a baby (with the exception of my 4)  Gena was a real trooper and did an awesome job.  Baby Necose Isiah Nixon was born this morning at 6:03 am and weighted 7lbs 5oz and 19 1/2 inches.  He has a head of beautiful dark curls.  AMAZING!!!

Here are a few pics that I would love to share.  Welcome Baby Necose!!

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