“I met Boon at Camp 2018. He was actually the first new friend I’d made. We spoke about our families and our work while sitting around the campfire. I just remember his calm, soothing demeanor and felt safe with him. A few months after camp, I had a quick conversation with him online, he said he’d love to photograph me at camp 2019. It shocked me. What an honor.
So, Camp 2019 came around and Boon and I messaged back & forth. We decided to shoot in the afternoon on the first full day there. I know Boon has to feel connected and inspired by the person he’s shooting so I honestly felt some pressure.
The next day at lunch, he sat next to me and simply asked, “So, how are things?â€
I wanted to speak honestly, be real and raw. The floodgates opened. Right there, in the middle of the Camp Mess Hall, surrounded by all of the other Camp Staff & Speakers, Boon & I had an intense conversation about what’s been going on in my life.
Through tears and choked up thoughts, I told Boon about all of the heavy internal work I’ve been doing this past year, about my journey into “recovery†by attending Al-Anon meetings, having a sponsor, and working the 12 steps myself. Al-Anon is a support group for family & friends of alcoholics & addicts. Those relationships affect us deeply. Us being the sober people in the family, the care takers, the worriers, the codependent enablers. I’m working so fucking hard on being a better person. I’m trying to take better care of myself, to eradicate my codependency and to detach, with love, from my “qualifiersâ€.
After our conversation, Boon decided it was time for the photo shoot and I happily (and nervously) followed his lead. I’ve never been photographed my a male photographer, so this was also huge for me. A big step, in so many ways. I knew I was safe with Boon. Not only to be photographed totally nude & exposed, but I also knew I was safe to speak with him about my deep & vulnerable truths. He was the only person I talked to like that at camp.
The session was beautiful. Boon was in his element and I felt honored to be in his presence. He’s an incredible person and someone I very fondly call my dear friend.
I love you Boon. Thank you so much for an unforgettable experience. I cannot wait to see my photos. I just know they’re going to be amazing. ”
(Music credit: Needed – RHYE)
One Day At A Time …
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