Two is One; One is None.

I am currently backing up all of the images from my memory cards.
It is an interesting learning experience.
I noticed I have taken so many photos. I try to back them up as best as I can.

I learned this saying from a friend:
"Two is One; One is None. Always have a backup"

You will be in a situation where you will run out of something you need the most.
There are times in my life when I ran out of film, batteries or even ink in a pen. I try to carry double or triple the quantity of the needed items when I am running errands or just out and about. Before the days of digital photography, I took a lot of photos with my film camera. I was at a graduation when the batteries died in my external flash. I wasn't able to get the shots I wanted. As a result, I was limited in what I can photograph. After that event, I started carrying extra batteries. This has saved me and other people when taking photos.

This is one of many lessons I always live by. Even if my pack gets heavy, I rather have the extra stuff than be empty-handed.

Doing what we love: secret to happiness and success

My mentors taught me the secret to success and happiness: Do what you love. It makes you feel better and your days are much productive. You are not stressed out as well.

For me, photography is what I enjoy doing. I like to take pictures of everything and anything. You get to share with others your gifts and talents.

If you own a camera, go out there and take pictures of what you see. Open up a flickr.com account and share it with the world.

Does it matter what kind of camera or brand to get? It really doesn't matter what kind you have as long as it feels comfortable in your hand and it handles nicely.

Keep shooting...