We are most definitely in a photo taking industry. One can snap 10 photos in one day with a smartphone or tablet, upload them to Facebook and Instagram immediately, and then send them to a photo lab such as Walgreens to have them printed out for a song before the sun goes down.
I heard my best friend's wife once say it is important we utilize resources such as this and Cloud to save important photos. A social media site could decide to shut down overnight, and a phone's memory card could easily malfunction. One would eventually hate to lose these memories, just as the person who never took the time to capture them.
My late grandmother, Myrtle Lanier, was ahead of her time. She was basically the family photographer as she was always snapping pictures of her friends and family. Over the years, she accumulated numerous photo albums. She willed them to my mother, and these mementos have come in handy.
Not many people on my mom's side of the family took a lot of photos, especially not before the 80s. Therefore, my mom and I are often the family source when it comes to family photos. We're always happy to send pictures to relatives, invite them over to view them, post them in our family group on FB, and often print them upon request.
This is fortunately something the generation behind me will not have to worry about. People now realize the value of photographs, and want to capture every special moment. Birthdays, family reunions, holidays, weddings, and simply random everyday happenings. The future will not have a shortage of photos.
A picture is often worth a thousand words. Also, photos can tell stories, and give insights into history. You can see how strong your family genes are, who resembles who, and even relive old moments through the power of the glass eye.
Photographers are paid well and get lots of work for a reason. They capture memories, experiences, and give families priceless heirlooms. I'm very thankful that my grandmother took so many pictures. It gives me a huge sense of history and joy.
Therefore, continue taking and posting your images. In a few decades, your offspring will be extremely grateful.
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