Rita BairdinA Picture is Worth A Bunch of WordsTaking Part in the BeautifulMy son was born in my bedroom. It still seems unreal sometimes. With only my husband, my midwife, my photographer friend, and three pushes…Mar 24, 20161Mar 24, 20161
Rita BairdinA Picture is Worth A Bunch of WordsAcross the OceanWhen my parents told me that we were leaving Hong Kong, I didn’t fully comprehend. All I knew was that we were getting on an airplane and…Feb 20, 2016Feb 20, 2016
Rita BairdinA Picture is Worth A Bunch of WordsThe Beginning of the BandI met Nathan on December 4th, 2000. We were co-workers, nothing more.Feb 4, 2016Feb 4, 2016
Rita BairdinA Picture is Worth A Bunch of WordsA Veteran’s StoryWhen Edward Marnell turned eighteen on January 23rd, 1942, he wasted no time. Twelve days later, he was enlisted as Private Marnell with…Jan 26, 2016Jan 26, 2016
Rita BairdinA Picture is Worth A Bunch of WordsThe New York I KnewMy family lived in Queens, New York, for three years. I was fortunate to be old enough to remember my time there: eating dim sum in…Jan 13, 20163Jan 13, 20163
Rita BairdinA Picture is Worth A Bunch of WordsMy Parents At My AgeIt’s funny how our parents are always “old” in our minds. I have to remind myself that I knew the 30-some-years-old versions of my parents…Jan 3, 20163Jan 3, 20163
Rita BairdinA Picture is Worth A Bunch of WordsA Moment CapturedI love this photo. It makes me think of classic Hollywood and Audrey Hepburn.Dec 20, 20151Dec 20, 20151
Rita BairdinA Picture is Worth A Bunch of WordsMy Little ManThis is my son. He was born with one working kidney. When I was 20 weeks pregnant, the doctor noticed in my ultrasound that one of his…Dec 15, 2015Dec 15, 2015
Rita BairdinA Picture is Worth A Bunch of WordsMy Grandfather’s Gift to MeMy mother’s father was a professional studio photographer. He conducted his business entirely in his home: one corner of his tiny living…Dec 13, 20152Dec 13, 20152
Rita BairdChubby Little ThighsI was preparing a roasted chicken for dinner when it hit me.Dec 13, 2015Dec 13, 2015