I'm staying home for you // Jessica Salort Photography

It's unreal and unprecedented times we are in. We have been asked to stay home and not leave unless necessary. Our daily routines have been stalled while new ones have begun. So what is your new normal?

Do you still have your job? Are you homeschooling too? What is keeping you busy or occupying your mind?

I spend my days reading the news and playing outside with the kids. I have a new game of what recipes I can make with these ingredients. I've even learned how to truly binge-watch a show without distracting myself. Oh, and of course, I have organized everything in my home. And in the weeks to come, I will keep finding new ways to spend my days.

Navarre is so different now. Our beaches closed last month, as you may have seen on the news. We do have some parks open. Most of the restaurants have closed down in my town too. Only essential businesses remain open like grocery stores, pharmacies, places like your city that are important for daily living. Yet so many people are suffering without their incomes in my town. Our community relied on tourism much like myself, and in an instant, it was gone. 

My job as a photographer revolves around people. It revolves around connection, touch, and closeness. It's hard to watch these gorgeous sunsets and know it might be a while before I can see you all, but it's not impossible. 

I love you all near and far, in my community and family to stay home. This is the new normal for now. This isn't the time for me to come up with creative ways to bend the rules but to respect that my job as a photographer is NOT essential. There is NO lens long enough for me to get back out where I may be an invisible danger to you. I care that much. 

This will pass. And when we all end up on the other side healthy and alive, then it was all worth it. Thank you again for your support. 

Peace and Love- Jessica

www.jessicasalortphotos.com