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Photo by Loralee Beard, Magic Moment Photography

It’s that time again in Gwinnett

It’s that time again in Gwinnett
By Loralee Beard, Magic Moment Photography

I used to understand when people dreaded graduations but I find I like them more and more which is a lucky break for that week in late May when we photograph several a day in the space of a week.

TOUR OF LAWRENCEVILLE Members of the Lawrenceville First Baptist Church Phoebe Class toured Historic Lawrenceville during April. The Trolley Guy drove the group around to historic sites in the town which will be 200 years old in 2021. The tour was scheduled by Jo Corn and Mary Long narrated the tour.

The Gwinnett Roadrunner – On The Run May 2016

The Gwinnett Roadrunner – On The Run May 2016
By Mary Frazier Long
 
SOME IMPORTANT MAY EVENTS

•US Presidents Harry Truman and John F. Kennedy were born in May. Truman was born on May 8, 1884 and Kennedy was born on May 29, 1917.

Photo by Loralee Beard, Magic Moment Photography

Springtime happenings in Gwinnett

Springtime happenings in Gwinnett
By Loralee Beard, Magic Moment Photography

I have loved live theatre since I was in high school and taken by my English class (Language Arts not having been invented yet) on a Field Trip to see Henry Fonda in “Our Town” on Broadway.

Mary Frazier Long

Gwinnett Roadrunner – On The Run Feb 2016

The Gwinnett Roadrunner –
On The Run February 2016
By Mary Frazier Long
 
Black History Month Observance at Salem Missionary Baptist Church
February is Black History month and a display of significant Black History artifacts has been placed in Heritage Hall on the campus of Salem Missionary Baptist Church, 351 Killian Hill Road, Lilburn, Georgia.
Photo by Loralee Beard, Magic Moment Photography

Gwinnett is outstanding

Gwinnett is outstanding
By Loralee Beard, Magic Moment Photography

One of the best things about growing older is that moment when you realize you’re out of it and you don’t mind it.  I still love jello colored hair accents for example, but I am not certain if I am supposed to be shocked or delighted. 

Photo by Loralee Beard, Magic Moment Photography

Gwinnett has great kids

Gwinnett has great kids
By Loralee Beard, Magic Moment Photography

We all know about those people who turn on the charm for an audience.  The counter to this is Coach Oji Perkins of Lanier High School, normally an unusually dynamic, enthusiastic and athletic person. All this charms turns to stone when Coach Perkins spots a camera.

Gwinnett Roadrunner – On The Run December 2015

The Gwinnett Roadrunner –
On The Run December 2105
By Mary Frazier Long
 
QUOTABLES
 “A good conscience is a continual Christmas.”   Ben Franklin
 “Only God is in a position to look down on anyone.”   Sarah Brown
 
KIDSTUFF SCHOLARSHIPS
KidStuff was conceived by Lamar and Jean Holley and the motto of the organization is “Helping Children Laugh and Families Love.”

Photo by Loralee Beard, Magic Moment Photography

Gwinnett is so photogenic

Gwinnett is so photogenic
By Loralee Beard, Magic Moment Photography

You can think the world of someone but it’s nice when the World tells you you’re right. Jennifer Ortman, yearbook advisor at Mountain View High School, had the 2014-2015 “book” win First in State of Georgia Overall with numerous category firsts such as Layout, Cover, Sports, Portrait and Photo Illustration. 

The Gwinnett Roadrunner – On The Run Nov 2015 (3)

The Gwinnett Roadrunner –
On The Run November 2015
By Mary Frazier Long
 
IMPORTANT NOVEMBER EVENTS
•Presidents of the United States born in November: Warren G. Harding and James K. Polk were both born November 2, Polk in 1795 and Harding in 1865.