Tradition!

Some have traditions, others wish they had traditions, in the production Fiddler on the Roof, tradition has been put to song. The act of tradition warms the heart and brings family close. Tradition sparks emotion, yes, those very emotions that we store in our bodies that either boost us energetically or cause us to move into a state of dis-ease. This tradition cultivates positive emotions for me and feels wonderful!

A favorite tradition of mine…

Zion National Park

As family passes on and the last few members of a generation are left, some traditions become more cherished. Now this little family tradition of ours may seem silly to some, but it was started by a beloved aunt and uncle who live near Zion’s National Park. We all sit on a certain bench, and cross our legs in the same manner. In the home of our aunt and uncle, there is a wall full of pictures of family sitting in this pose!

Cousins!!!!

Huntington Beach

Since there are rare times when family can visit us, we decided to extend this tradition when family can come! Our cousin had the same thought as we did that we should take this picture… I only wish we would have thought of this sooner when we have had other family members visit! When family visited this weekend, we took some similar pictures. We haven’t established the perfect bench or sitting area, but figure we will do it in all areas at the beach.

Huntington Beach

So this blog post is to establish that we are carrying on this simply but meaningful tradition. You see, traditions don’t need to be complex to be wonderful. They can be fun and silly, too! Of course, living with a photographer, one picture will never do! I’m just wondering which wall I should dedicate to my pictures of family with crossed legs at the beach!

You just never know

what silly things families will do that become cherished activities… that foster emotions that well up inside of us of the love we have for our families. I’m so grateful for the family that I love dearly!