A decision, a path, a journey. Every living thing has the same starting point in its narrative: birth. This point of birth has everlasting influence on the person who arrives in this world. Our actions and influences affect our lives in indescribable ways, and so do those of others. Choices that are out of our control can lead us down avenues we never imagined.

The first few photographs depict the choices that are made for us, the process of being born into an environment of fun, fresh air and a seaside breeze. The journey of life can be a trial and test, but if we achieve and drive ourselves...