Author: Chafeeza Bain
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For Those Here, and Those to Come
Being chosen as a photographer is something I never take lightly. It means trusting me with moments and memories that will live far beyond the day they are captured. The photos I take are not just for today; they’re for the future. They are passed down, revisited, and shared with family members who are here…
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Choose Peace over Proximity
Trigger Warning: This post discusses emotional and psychological abuse, including within family relationships. Please read with care and prioritize your safety and well-being. If any part of this feels overwhelming, it is okay to pause, step away, and/or seek support. Loving an abuser is easy. They position their gifts and presence as genuine. They have…
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Class of 2020!
Celebration doesn’t always include an audience. Sometimes you have to clap for yourself. And graduating from Florida International University with my Master of Business Administration during the pandemic taught me that truth in real time. The world was uncertain, plans were paused, and milestones looked different, (do you remember drive by baby showers and birthdays?)…
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