First of all, I'd like to apologize for being inactive for so long. I usually try to make up for lost posts by
updating IG or social media, but circumstances have been difficult and updating on the regular has not been
possible. 

I feel like I should give you an explanation of my absence. It seems only fair that I not keep you in the
dark as some of you have told me of your investment on this blog. 

For the most part I try to lead a normal life. However, I have certain health conditions that prohibit me from
functioning at a 100% the better part of the day. I'm often tired, anxious and in pain. I have tried to cope with
all of this since my childhood years. However, as of lately this has been an impossible task. I have tried
relaxation, organization, some exercise, music, countless medications and I'm still in pain. In fact, it seems the
pain gets worse the more I try to alleviate it. 

About 2 weeks ago, I decided to go a different route. This route seems promising. But it is a
financial burden that I can't cover. But at this point my level of pain is such that I will bite the bullet. 

In addition to this, last week I was unfortunate enough to get food poisoning while eating at McDonald's. That
triggered another flare up of my condition. I was in extreme pain, I felt alone and very, deeply depressed. My
weekend was fantastic! *insert sarcasm here*

I tell you all this because I feel that this blog is an extension of me. Yes, it is a photography blog, but in it's
unique way it tells my story and it lets me feel closer to all those come across it. I hope the sentiment is
shared.

Today is September 20th. Exactly 1 year ago hurricane Maria made landfall in Puerto Rico. Since then, my
little piece of heaven has been battered by waves of misery, inefficiency and racism. Although, I was not there and
did not experience Maria, my heart goes out to those who did. I cannot even begin to comprehend the level of pain
and desperation those in the island underwent that September day. I hope from the bottom of my little heart that
you all have found your peace. To those 3,000 (and counting) souls that left this world, We love you and we won't
forget.

Anyway, back to photography...
Illness has made me take a step back in the last couple of weeks. I've had to drop out on an art show and I've had
to postpone some engagements. That said, I am feeling up to par today so I am taking the time to re-organize and
move forward. This weekend, I will be creating some items for my store. I haven't decided if the store will carry
the Evetography name or if it will become something different. I have a feeling it will be a mixture of both. I'm not
sure how that will manifest. I also want to get in one last hurrah before winter. I really want to see the gnomes
and there is a Chinese lantern event that seems wonderful. I'll have to do more research. Do you know of any cool
places in or around Chicago I should hit? Let me know!

E. 

Photos below: 

Another black and white gallery. I feel as the is a delicateness to B&W photography. Am I the only one that thinks so? Let me know.