by Josie Siler | Jul 14, 2017 | Behind the Photo Fridays, Photography
Do you know what that sound is, Highness? Those are the Shrieking Eels — if you don’t believe me, just wait. They always grow louder when they’re about to feed on human flesh. If you swim back now, I promise, no harm will come to you. I doubt you will get...
by Josie Siler | Apr 21, 2017 | Behind the Photo Fridays, Chronic Illness, Photography
Spring is a wonderful time of year. It’s full of hope, new life, and a fresh energy after the ever too long winter. This particular spring bursts with the joy of my two bluebird friends. They’re lovebirds who love each other, and apparently, me! My mom...
by Josie Siler | Jan 27, 2017 | Behind the Photo Fridays, Photography
My deepest apologies for being absent for so long; concussions stink! Now that I’m out of my dark little hole, I’m excited to share with you the story behind one of my favorite photographs. When you’re photographing wildlife, it’s always an...
by Josie Siler | Jul 29, 2016 | Behind the Photo Fridays, Chronic Illness, Photography
This story begins with a video of my awkward self way back in 2009. Pastor Tom and I had the opportunity to share about our church’s partnership with International Workers in Mongolia. The video was shot about a year after I got sick with chronic illnesses that...
by Josie Siler | Jul 15, 2016 | Behind the Photo Fridays, Photography
Do you remember The Squished Newborn’s story? It’s the story of a newborn Robin being squished by its protective mommy. Ever since the babies left the nest, the nest has sat empty. Even now, two years later, I look in the nest when I walk by, just to see...