Sara + John

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Seeing two folks find love like this.... just makes you smile. :)

Here's John helping his oldest son, Tony maneuver the trickier aspects of getting ready.

Sara's dress was beautiful, and fit her like a glove.

The 'princess' shoes!

Her theme for the flowers was.... simplicity. Stem Gallery helped bring her plan to life!

After getting FOUR boys ready, John could finally focus on himself.... :)

Their paths first crossed 10 years ago.... and they reconnected about 1.5 years ago. Today was the result!

Trying to get four young boys to cooperate for photos is.... kind of a lost cause. Shots like this are usually my faves because.... it captures their true 'boyhood' spirit.

Today a bride, everyday a mother. :) Sara packed a bag of 'entertainment' for the boys, including these four action figures. Too funny!

The reception was at Embassy Suites. Everything was gorgeous perfection!

More 'mother' moments. :) Little Ben needed some 'mom' time.

Sam polishing the dance floor...

I am honored to continue to be part of the family..... thank you for sharing your special day with me! Congratulations to you ALL!

Experimentation

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I thought it might be fun to use my camera to create a time lapse video of Thanksgiving dinner at my parents' house. It's not perfect, but.... not bad for a first attempt. :) This could be FUN!

Now, if only I could've recorded sound.... we were celebrating in THREE languages! :)

ps: If you're wondering where the heck I am.... I was dining at the "kids table" in the garage. :) I make an appearance later, about 30 seconds in....

pss: Abuela (my grandmother) freaked when I pointed out the camera in the corner. She hates having her picture taken..... that's her silver hair hiding in the bottom corner of the frame.... ha ha!

I'm excited to try this at Christmas dinner.... when we have the full crowd. This was a small group!

Thankful

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Somehow, I was graced to be born to amazing parents.... who gave me 3 incredible siblings that it's been a pleasure to watch as they grow up and carve out their own path in the world. (I'm the oldest.... can you tell? ;) Thank you mom and dad!

My husband, who found his way to me from the other side of the globe through a chain of chanced moments..... has touched my life forever and continually surprises me with his many talents and unwavering love and support. Thank you sweet thing!

Friends from the world 'round have touched my heart and taught me much. How can I ever thank you enough?

29 years young.... I continue to enjoy a very colorful, non-linear adventure through life.... and I savor every silly, stressful, dramatic, exciting, triumphant (and non-triumphant) moment. I'm thankful for the opportunity to do what I love. (I'm uber grateful that I get to do so much of it, that my schedule is bursting at the seams sometimes! :) I have so many fantastic clients that trust me with their loved ones and memories.... for that I am eternally appreciative.

Here's a BEAUTIFUL little animated short story about love. I appreciate and am thankful for creativity, talent, and passion in the world that produces simple pleasures like this. Enjoy!


A SHORT LOVE STORY IN STOP MOTION from Carlos Lascano on Vimeo.

Bring Your Main Squeeze!

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Looking for a fun date night activity? Surprise your main squeeze with a holiday jazz concert!


My good friend, and stellar musician, Kara Leigh will be making a return appearance with her Jazz Combo at the Rococo Theatre featuring special guest Darryl White on trumpet.

Date: Thursday, Dec. 11th.
Doors open at 7:30, the concert starts at 8pm.

Advance tickets are $15. Buy your tickets now and save! (They'll be $20 at the door). Students can get $5 balcony seats at the door with a valid student ID.

This is a collection of shots from her last Rococo appearance this past June. Good times!

Grama Mimi

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Mimi and her crew gathered together recently for a big ol' family shoot. Runny noses and all.... it was a good time! :)

Deep in thought in a serious game of dominoes...

This little guy's favorite thing in the whole wide world is this vacuum cleaner. Dude... you are invited to my house anytime! :)

Pullin' Grampa in the wagon....

No place like Grama's house! :)

The Square Root of Love

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If you know Catherine and Arlen, you understand how their relationship squared, is pure love. :)

Here's Arlen just before he headed to the chapel to see Catherine for the first time as his bride. We started early in the morning, as their ceremony began at 12 noon.

Makin' it look easy.... :)

I love her bouquet!

Yours truly: self portrait in the funky ceiling tiles outside the sanctuary.

Old-school tradition: tin cans tied to the back bumper. They made such a sweet sound clanking down the street!


Thank you for including me in your celebration of love! Have a kick a** time in Hawaii.... :)