Why I'm a Photojournalist

I am a photojournalist for a lot of reasons, although sometimes I forget why I do it. Ultimately it’s because of the people I meet because of my work. Everyone has a story, and I am continually amazed by the stories I get hear and to be a part of telling.

The Post at Ohio University is doing a series of stories on OU graduates including Rick Hicks, a 44 year old music education major who came back to Ohio University after working for several years. He took classes for one year at OU after graduating high school but wasn't able to stay because of financial issues, and five years ago he decided to come back to finish what he started.

He is married and has five adopted children including triplet sons, and is one of the most easy going friendly people I've ever met, as well as an amazing trumpet player. He's going to be a high school band director.

Entering my third decade

so yesterday was my 20th birthday and it was amazing! It may sound cheesy but more than cards and flowers the best present I got was being able to spend time with my friends going out to eat, and seeing spiderman 3, and the next two days are going to be more of the same. I can't think of anything better.

of course, flowers are pretty great to get too.