Steve Exum was placed behind bars for the crime of Having a Big Heart in March of 2014. Thanks to friends like you, he managed to make bail and was released.

It appears Steve is suspected of Having A Big Heart again and if he does not turn himself in by March 3rd, law enforcement will be forced to lock him up until he can post bail. Currently, Steve is on the lamb avoiding detainment. The Exum Photography team is trying to help. We are calling on all our friends to help post his bail. No donation is too small. PLEASE help!
Kidding aside… Steve Exum is proud to tell you that he is going “behind bars” on March 3rd during the MDA-Lock-Up event in Burlington, North Carolina to help in the fight against muscle disease. Steve is joining other business leaders in Alamance County to help raise critical funds for the Muscular Dystrophy Association.

Here are a couple ways you can help Steve:

• Click here to make a secure, online donation today!
• Download MDA Lock-Up Mobile app to donate now and keep track of the event.
• Forward this email to friends and family.

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I have to admit, I was not on board with this year’s Christmas card idea when Steve introduced it during what has become our annual Christmas card meeting of the minds at the kitchen island. We came to the island with some pretty good ideas, but wearing tight-fitting clothing and getting in awkward and sometimes impossible positions to spell out Merry Christmas with our bodies just wasn’t at the top of my list. That didn’t discourage Steve. He would tell you that no matter the card idea, there’s always some “resistance” from me, so he was prepared. I will tell you that I like to weigh my options and question every detail. I mean, how many folks do you know who would say, “yes, let’s decorate a tree underwater for this year’s family card!” (like we did in 2009) without asking a few questions first? Besides, the most important part of the whole Christmas card production, like life and being a part of something bigger than yourself, is about working together and listening to one another’s thoughts and ideas even if they’re wildly different from your own. Everyone matters. So, with that said, I was sure I was going to get my way;-) However, I underestimated the power of Steve’s heartfelt enthusiasm. You know exactly what I’m talking about. He’s a force. I mentioned he came to the island prepared. He appealed to my Christmas sentimentalism. “Molly, we’ll wear Christmas pajamas. You know how much you love Christmas pajamas!” It’s true. It’s a tradition in my family to receive Christmas pajamas on Christmas Eve that began with mom’s 6 sisters and 3 brothers. They didn’t have much growing up, so new PJs were very special. The tradition continues with their children and grandchildren. So Steve had his hook in me, which just left Bella and Sawyer. I was shocked—it was their 1^st choice! After assuring Murphy would be included, they said in unison, “cool.” That was it. And here’s the thing, this idea was meant to be. It’s a departure from what we’ve done in the past. It’s adorable. And now, thanks to the team at Exum Photo, we have our very own Exum Family Christmas font with serifs to boot! Here’s to listening and being open to new ideas in 2016!

Steve Exum – Dashing Dad | Molly Exum – Jolly Mom & Story Teller  | Bella Exum – Bendy Elf | Sawyer Exum – Wondrous Elf
Murphy Exum – The Wet Nosed Rein-Dog  | Kelsey Morgan – Graphic Designer & Creative Director | Seth Combs – Photographer