From Rochester, New York, we drove a couple of hours through Buffalo, across the border into Canada, and spent the afternoon, walking around downtown Toronto. We covered maybe 1/2 square mile, by foot, but saw a lot!

From Rochester, New York, we drove a couple of hours through Buffalo, across the border into Canada, and spent the afternoon, walking around downtown Toronto. We covered maybe 1/2 square mile, by foot, but saw a lot!

Last minute, we were in touch with one of Rick’s mission companions and agreed to meet up for the weekend. We left our house at 4 a.m. on Saturday, and headed to Palymra, New York.
The Sacred Grove
In the spring of 1820, Joseph Smith, Jr. entered this remnant of an ancient forest to kneel in prayer. The vision he beheld of God the Father and his Son, Jesus Christ, initiated the restoration to the earth of the fullness of the gospel of Jesus Christ.

I could not pass up the chance to capture these two young girls, sitting near the grove, whispering.

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Many of you have enjoyed the beauty of Vanessa’s photography on this blog, but this has only scratched the surface of what her artistic eye and photographic talent have produced to date. There is a whole lot more in store for you when you visit the brand new official Vanessa Zinke Photography online photo gallery!
Visit vanessazinkephoto.com and enjoy the classy and unique art of my lovely and exceptionally talented wife, Vanessa!
“Every life is beautiful. Capture yours forever!”
I love you, V! Good work!

My friend, Andrea, was kind enough to let me photograph her, even though she is uncomfortable in front of a camera.