Thursday, July 23, 2009

He's 10..

My son just turned 10 this month, which means I have been a parent for that long.

Wow..

I just had to pause for a moment to let that sink in.

My husband rocked his father's hat and planned a huge Halo Wars party, complete with a Training Mission, a "fill up your own bag" candy bar, and Dye Wars Battle.

Side Note.... Squirt Guns+White T-shirts+Many Bottles of Red and Blue food coloring+the wild abandon of 8 ten year old boys running amuck=Dye Wars.

I have never seen that many boys running around with that much food coloring on their person. Needless to say, though the parents were forewarned, they looked a little shocked at the deep blue and vibrant red hands their boys were sporting. :)

The sound of my sweet boy squealing like a girl (don't tell him I said that) and continuously hugging his dad was all the thanks I needed. T3 is one of the most kindhearted, loyal, faithful and sarcastic 10 year olds I have ever known. I say this every year, but I am so proud of him...and delight that God ordained him a Tolson and we get to spend a lifetime loving on that kid.

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Fun was had by all.. especially my boy. He is certainly going to remember the time his daddy planned a great day for him.

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Of course you have to see his 10 year old portrait...Happiest of Birthday's My 10 year old!


Love Birthdays..

Monday, June 08, 2009

San Diego photography presents a Move..

Just to let all of you wonderful readers know.. I have switched over to a blogsite. So I will be making all of my business posts from that brand spanking new thang.. :) You can find it at...

www.sarahtolsonphotography.com

I will still be posting here about the Tolson House, as I do not scrapbook, and this will be my version of a memory keeper for my kiddos. :)

Thanks so much for your faithful readership.. Now go bookmark the other place!

Friday, May 22, 2009

San Diego photography presents Random Thought time..

Some things I am not excited about...

- Chickenpox and Pinkeye and the Flu.... Basically the amazing ability that my children have of picking up every sickness that runs through our school.... T3 just got over pink eye and I was so thankful that we were able to prevent anyone else from getting it. However, my sweet daughter woke up this morning covered with little pink spots all over..

- Having to re-schedule photoshoots because of above sicknesses, or the migraines that have been ripping through my brain on a weekly basis...

- The completely confusing template I have been trying to work on... I am so overwhelmed by trying to figure it all out that I have sort of given it up for now. Truth be told, I have been taking care of sick kiddos so much that I haven't had time.... I really need to get to it yo! This is why I haven't been posting much...

- Girl drama that continues to go on... I am so desiring a community of women that has each other's backs instead of stabbing one another in that same area! Why do we do that to ourselves?? Safety and acceptance ladies!

And because I am so motivated to have the positives outweigh the negatives.. I will add a bunch of things I am excited about these days..

- Umm.. have you even tried the Gluten Free Valencia Orange Cake from Starby's?? For someone who hasn't purposely ingested gluten (the protein found in wheat) for over 6 months... it is a little slice of Orange.Scented.HEAVEN!! I die!

- Learning the Hoedown Throwdown in the parking lot last night with the small group I lead... I am a complete dork when it comes to dancing.. but it was fun and fab nonetheless! Come on.. you know you want to pop it, lock it, polka dot it!

- The wonderful client who sent me Starby's card! Kim... you rock.. and you know me so well! My favorite get away.. Cappucino in hand+browsing through the thousands of books=Perfection.

-Seasame Street... My 7 year old is sitting here enthralled. It is timeless, I must say. :-) Who wouldn't love Elmo and the Pipe Organ number of the day excitement!!! What number will it be??

- My new blogsite... it will be so fine! (Once I get it working the way I want..)

- Great photography friends who are so willing to help one another out.. That is community!

- A husband who continues to take care of.. well.. everything. He is a wonder and I don't know what I would without him..

- The new orange rugs I bought for my front bathroom.. I love them. But.. so does my cat! We fight about the ownership of said rugs alot!!

- A Palm Springs getaway with the hubster next week.. hopefully the pox will have abated so I can go... I'm thinking positive!!



There's my list. What's on yours??


Love polka dotting it..

Friday, April 24, 2009

San Diego photography presents Senior Portraits.. Downtown La Mesa..

A super quick sneak peak of Miss K's senior headshots..

Our chai lattes were delish..

The weather was perfect...

K was adorable..

She rocked her heels and fab belted dress!..

We found some squirrels at Lake Murray..

We got some great shots..

A good day for sure. :)

kamiah001

kamiah011

kamiah009

kamiah008

Love Belted Dresses..

Sunday, April 19, 2009

San Diego photography presents ohh.. the eyelashes..

“I am entering this photo in the MCP Actions/Color Inc. Win a Gallery Wrap Canvas Photo Contest at http://mcpactions.com/blog. I certify that I took this photo and give both parties permission to use this photograph on their blogs/sites.”

hannaheyelashes2

Love my baby..

Tuesday, April 14, 2009

San Diego photography presents A little Rocker..

Here's what you can create with a white sheet and some window light. :) It also helps if you have an extremely happy baby boy... which I did. This little dude didn't make a single sad face our entire session. He had his momma and I laughing so hard! :)

Be warned though.. these following pictures have made my sister want a baby. This is the sister that never wanted kiddos.. so I'm telling you, it is powerful stuff. ;)

ilpresize019

ilpresize015

ilpresize006

ilpresize017

Love baby beanies..

Wednesday, April 01, 2009

San Diego photography presents some BFF's...

I loved the idea behind this shoot. Here are 3 best friends.. they have known each other for years.. 2 of them are sisters. One of the sisters is moving back East, and the other 2 are quite sad about it. :( Their idea... take some custom portraits together before the big move happens.

I thought it was a fabulous reason for a photoshoot, so I said yes. :)

Here's your sneak peek girls!


Don't you wish you had a great black and white of your friends laughing...
bff026

Work it..
bff019
bff005
My favorite of the day.. just because of what it represented and the meaning behind this shoot..
bff023

Love BFF's..

Sunday, March 29, 2009

San Diego photography presents a dead computer...

So.. I had to say goodbye to my computer... I am currently blogging from my hubby's laptop. I have lots of sessions to blog about but you will just have to wait until my sweet man gets my new computer up and running... So glad he knows what he is doing. :) I will be back in a few days...

Much love yo!!




Love Capable Husbands.

Saturday, March 14, 2009

San Diego Photography presents Random Thoughts...

- We just moved into a new condo.. I love the new-ness, but hate the process. I'm going a little mad not knowing where everything is...

- My daughter just brought me a $10 bill and said, "Here Mom. This is for you as thanks for all you do." I swear that girl can drive me to the brink of insanity with her attitude... but then reel me back in with her sweetness. Just today we were driving home from an errand, blasting some Taylor Swift, singing together, and I got teary-eyed sharing that moment with her.

- Can I just say how much I love a full size washer and dryer?? You don't even know how great it is to be able to wash more than 2 towels at a time. I am not kidding! Stackable washer/dryers are from the devil...

- My husband introduced me to the wonder/evil/insanity that is an El Aztec breakfast burrito. It is the size of a small baby.. No joke. In my defense, we share it, and I either scoop out the insides, or transfer it to a Gluten Free tortilla. (No wheat for me!) Thus, my arteries won't give out as fast as my husbands. I am not sure if this is good or bad.. :)

- I have a friend coming over for dinner in less than an hour, and I don't know where my cooking items are. So, I better go find them. Why.. because microwaved Chicken and Broccoli doesn't sound super great..

Love Sweet Moments..

Thursday, February 26, 2009

San Diego Photography presents Senior Portraits in Ocean Beach...

A few fun facts about this latest senior...

She loooooves Taylor Swift and got tickets to see her this spring..

She has the most beautiful smile... and didn't even have to wear braces. Umm..lucky!

She (and her lovely mom) informed me of the best burger place this side of forever named Hodads! I wasn't hungry, but told them repeatedly that I would be back with my husband because it looked delish... Must plan a date night soon!

She made my job super easy..

Here are just 3 for a little sneak peek. :) Don't you just love editing a great session!! I do. :)

Thanks Miss S... you rocked it fo sho!!
blog1


blog3

blog2

Love Senior Year..

Wednesday, February 18, 2009

San Diego Photography presents a good friend..

Last week I had the privilege of meeting one of my sweet friends at Balboa Park for some family photos. This particular friend is from Washington and I met her a few years back when we lived up there. :)

She was preggers with Miss L when we met, and after Miss L graced us with her presence.. I could not pass up the opportunity to hold her every chance I got. :) We moved away over 2 years ago...so, you can imagine my delight at re-connecting with Miss L... now 3 and as cute as a button.

I'm not going to lie.. Her big brother was quite the charmer and he was thrilled that I let him use my camera to snap a few pictures of his momma and dad. :)


Click here under Clients to view your online gallery of pictures. :)

gore005

gore010

gore024

gore017

It was great to see you guys again! I hope I get to meet #3 very, very soon!!

Love good friends..

Tuesday, February 17, 2009

San Diego Photography presents a Bean Bag in a park..

I just love my clients and you know why??? They all have the sweetest children that I get to love on every week. Getting a rash from lying on the grass to get the picture is so worth it. I am re-paid in full by every squish and snuggle I get. :)

I also want to point out that the latest and greatest locations aren't necessarily the be all and end all. I took a bean bag to a park and was able to capture these little munchkins personality without a problem.

Oh and great gift idea alert...This mom was given a gift certificate for her baby shower!!

Here are a few of the little squishes.... Hmmm delicious.

james007
james011
james019
james015
james008

Tell me you aren't dying for a snuggle now!


Love snuggles..

Sunday, February 08, 2009

San Diego Photography presents some more sistas..

Just a few more faves as I finish up editing this session... These girls just seriously captivate me.. And you know what else??? There hearts are as sweet as their faces. I even bought them milk and cookies afterwards because I just had to.. I couldn't resist. :)

stine053

stine046

stine049

stine045

stine035

stine033

Love Sistas..

Thursday, February 05, 2009

San Diego Photography presents The Stine sistas...

I had a blast photographing these beauties. Miss K is involved in lots of theater activities and new headshots are always needed. :) Her beautiful sis Miss J is a senior so we decided to double it up. Aren't they the most photogenic girls you have ever seen??

I was embarassing myself every time I took a picture because I was just in awe of how they looked on my screen! ;)

Here are just a few sneak peeks while I'm finishing up the rest. :)

Can you say fierce??
stine017

stine010

stine011


Love Sistas..

Saturday, January 24, 2009

San Diego Photography presents Random thought time...

So, I haven't shared my random-ness in a while.. and I just know that you have been sitting there on your computer, biting your nails in anticipation of my next post. Thanks for waiting. ;)

- I think the Barefoot Contessa and her husband are the cutest thing since chubby puppies... She cooks for him.. he happily enjoys the offering. They stand so close to each other and she giggles... I bet they "cuddle" every night... ;)

- My daughter turned 7 this past week. Words cannot express the vast emotions I go through when I watch my children age. I will post about that soon...

- I shudder/cringe/die a little every time my son gleefully, and with wild abandon, shoots someone on Halo 3...

- I love this salad or any variation thereof.. and would eat it every day if I could afford the sashimi. It's expensive yo...

- My husband and I just finished this series and I am utterly and profoundly sad about it.. I feel lost not knowing if Rory and Logan ever got back together, or if Luke and Lorelai ended up married... *Sad sigh*

- I have never been so thrilled to get an email from Kaiser about test results... because I am anxiously, feverishly, hopefully awaiting a diagnosis of the pain that has been plaguing me for a few years...

- I have a deep desire to learn how to play the guitar and my rockstar husband who has played for over 20 years will not teach me... So I am probably going to figure out how to do it myself...

- This site is SO.MUCH.FUN... My husband should be very glad I am not the spender in the family...

Post some random things about you in the comments! I love learning new things about people...

Love unplanned..

Wednesday, January 21, 2009

San Diego photography presents A girl turning 7...

If you have read any of my blog... You must have heard me moan and complain a time or two about the bittersweet-ness of birthdays... I love the celebration of the day.. I love baking favorite goodies and taking the birthday person out for a special dinner. But, my kiddos getting a year older.. that I could do without. Each year marks another milestone closer to when those little babies of mine fly the coop... Dang! I wish I could freeze time.

But I can't.. so I will just tell you that I love this little girl of mine so much it hurts. She turned 7 and is full of joy, sass, and attitude. It is a daily effort to teach her how to say what she needs nicely..

Also you need to know that she has the softest cheeks I have ever felt, and I caress them every single night.

Happy Birthday baby...


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A shot of the two my my squishes...


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Love hurts..

Sunday, January 18, 2009

San Diego Photography presents A Little Italy Session...

I had the absolute pleasure of taking this family's pictures back in December. We all went to college together and it was so fun to get re-connected with old friends... It didn't hurt that A and J's kiddos were just the sweetest little peaches! They made my job super easy! J works here.. so if you live near there.. Check it out. :)


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Be still my heart... Isn't she precious??? She said she wanted to go home with me..And I would have taken her in a heartbeat..
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Look at this little munchkin face..
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She's a middle child. I sooo get her.
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Seriously.. I cannot be held responsible if by accident, I pick this kiddo up and squish her sweet little cheekies...
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Thanks guys for letting me capture you and your sweet girlies...

J.. I want a tour soon. ;)

Love together..

Friday, January 16, 2009

San Diego Photography presents A belated Christmas Session..

So this little one had nothing but serious faces for me. Her mamma and I were singing, and dancing and playing the tamborine to no avail. I was even down on the floor with her on my sprained knee, and she had no sympathy for me... I caught one smile at the end, but Little Miss wasn't cool with me that day! :) I still loved how the pictures turned out, and so did her mamma...

Here's a collage of favorites. And Y, thanks for the homemade enchiladas girl.. Delightful!!


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Love sweet cheeks..

Friday, January 02, 2009

San Diego Photography Presents Portland Part 1

I had such fun on my little getaway a few weeks ago, and with the busy-ness of the holidays, I haven't been able to post these!

So here are a few from our first full day there. :)

My beautiful sis and bff with her cute beanie!
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Where we had a beautiful luncheon...
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Pumpkin Risotto with Fried Sage... I die!
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French Onion Soup with about a mile of cheese on it.. (it was my sister's)
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The best dessert ever...
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All of us after lunch.. And I didn't take the picture, so don't blame me for the blurriness!!
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And finally.. some really cool textures and scenery that I couldn't resist taking a few snaps of..
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Stay tuned for more Portland Wedding pics.... :)

Love family..

Thursday, July 23, 2009

He's 10..

My son just turned 10 this month, which means I have been a parent for that long.

Wow..

I just had to pause for a moment to let that sink in.

My husband rocked his father's hat and planned a huge Halo Wars party, complete with a Training Mission, a "fill up your own bag" candy bar, and Dye Wars Battle.

Side Note.... Squirt Guns+White T-shirts+Many Bottles of Red and Blue food coloring+the wild abandon of 8 ten year old boys running amuck=Dye Wars.

I have never seen that many boys running around with that much food coloring on their person. Needless to say, though the parents were forewarned, they looked a little shocked at the deep blue and vibrant red hands their boys were sporting. :)

The sound of my sweet boy squealing like a girl (don't tell him I said that) and continuously hugging his dad was all the thanks I needed. T3 is one of the most kindhearted, loyal, faithful and sarcastic 10 year olds I have ever known. I say this every year, but I am so proud of him...and delight that God ordained him a Tolson and we get to spend a lifetime loving on that kid.

t3bday001
Fun was had by all.. especially my boy. He is certainly going to remember the time his daddy planned a great day for him.

todd10th001
Of course you have to see his 10 year old portrait...Happiest of Birthday's My 10 year old!


Love Birthdays..

Monday, June 08, 2009

San Diego photography presents a Move..

Just to let all of you wonderful readers know.. I have switched over to a blogsite. So I will be making all of my business posts from that brand spanking new thang.. :) You can find it at...

www.sarahtolsonphotography.com

I will still be posting here about the Tolson House, as I do not scrapbook, and this will be my version of a memory keeper for my kiddos. :)

Thanks so much for your faithful readership.. Now go bookmark the other place!

Friday, May 22, 2009

San Diego photography presents Random Thought time..

Some things I am not excited about...

- Chickenpox and Pinkeye and the Flu.... Basically the amazing ability that my children have of picking up every sickness that runs through our school.... T3 just got over pink eye and I was so thankful that we were able to prevent anyone else from getting it. However, my sweet daughter woke up this morning covered with little pink spots all over..

- Having to re-schedule photoshoots because of above sicknesses, or the migraines that have been ripping through my brain on a weekly basis...

- The completely confusing template I have been trying to work on... I am so overwhelmed by trying to figure it all out that I have sort of given it up for now. Truth be told, I have been taking care of sick kiddos so much that I haven't had time.... I really need to get to it yo! This is why I haven't been posting much...

- Girl drama that continues to go on... I am so desiring a community of women that has each other's backs instead of stabbing one another in that same area! Why do we do that to ourselves?? Safety and acceptance ladies!

And because I am so motivated to have the positives outweigh the negatives.. I will add a bunch of things I am excited about these days..

- Umm.. have you even tried the Gluten Free Valencia Orange Cake from Starby's?? For someone who hasn't purposely ingested gluten (the protein found in wheat) for over 6 months... it is a little slice of Orange.Scented.HEAVEN!! I die!

- Learning the Hoedown Throwdown in the parking lot last night with the small group I lead... I am a complete dork when it comes to dancing.. but it was fun and fab nonetheless! Come on.. you know you want to pop it, lock it, polka dot it!

- The wonderful client who sent me Starby's card! Kim... you rock.. and you know me so well! My favorite get away.. Cappucino in hand+browsing through the thousands of books=Perfection.

-Seasame Street... My 7 year old is sitting here enthralled. It is timeless, I must say. :-) Who wouldn't love Elmo and the Pipe Organ number of the day excitement!!! What number will it be??

- My new blogsite... it will be so fine! (Once I get it working the way I want..)

- Great photography friends who are so willing to help one another out.. That is community!

- A husband who continues to take care of.. well.. everything. He is a wonder and I don't know what I would without him..

- The new orange rugs I bought for my front bathroom.. I love them. But.. so does my cat! We fight about the ownership of said rugs alot!!

- A Palm Springs getaway with the hubster next week.. hopefully the pox will have abated so I can go... I'm thinking positive!!



There's my list. What's on yours??


Love polka dotting it..

Friday, April 24, 2009

San Diego photography presents Senior Portraits.. Downtown La Mesa..

A super quick sneak peak of Miss K's senior headshots..

Our chai lattes were delish..

The weather was perfect...

K was adorable..

She rocked her heels and fab belted dress!..

We found some squirrels at Lake Murray..

We got some great shots..

A good day for sure. :)

kamiah001

kamiah011

kamiah009

kamiah008

Love Belted Dresses..

Sunday, April 19, 2009

San Diego photography presents ohh.. the eyelashes..

“I am entering this photo in the MCP Actions/Color Inc. Win a Gallery Wrap Canvas Photo Contest at http://mcpactions.com/blog. I certify that I took this photo and give both parties permission to use this photograph on their blogs/sites.”

hannaheyelashes2

Love my baby..

Tuesday, April 14, 2009

San Diego photography presents A little Rocker..

Here's what you can create with a white sheet and some window light. :) It also helps if you have an extremely happy baby boy... which I did. This little dude didn't make a single sad face our entire session. He had his momma and I laughing so hard! :)

Be warned though.. these following pictures have made my sister want a baby. This is the sister that never wanted kiddos.. so I'm telling you, it is powerful stuff. ;)

ilpresize019

ilpresize015

ilpresize006

ilpresize017

Love baby beanies..

Wednesday, April 01, 2009

San Diego photography presents some BFF's...

I loved the idea behind this shoot. Here are 3 best friends.. they have known each other for years.. 2 of them are sisters. One of the sisters is moving back East, and the other 2 are quite sad about it. :( Their idea... take some custom portraits together before the big move happens.

I thought it was a fabulous reason for a photoshoot, so I said yes. :)

Here's your sneak peek girls!


Don't you wish you had a great black and white of your friends laughing...
bff026

Work it..
bff019
bff005
My favorite of the day.. just because of what it represented and the meaning behind this shoot..
bff023

Love BFF's..

Sunday, March 29, 2009

San Diego photography presents a dead computer...

So.. I had to say goodbye to my computer... I am currently blogging from my hubby's laptop. I have lots of sessions to blog about but you will just have to wait until my sweet man gets my new computer up and running... So glad he knows what he is doing. :) I will be back in a few days...

Much love yo!!




Love Capable Husbands.

Saturday, March 14, 2009

San Diego Photography presents Random Thoughts...

- We just moved into a new condo.. I love the new-ness, but hate the process. I'm going a little mad not knowing where everything is...

- My daughter just brought me a $10 bill and said, "Here Mom. This is for you as thanks for all you do." I swear that girl can drive me to the brink of insanity with her attitude... but then reel me back in with her sweetness. Just today we were driving home from an errand, blasting some Taylor Swift, singing together, and I got teary-eyed sharing that moment with her.

- Can I just say how much I love a full size washer and dryer?? You don't even know how great it is to be able to wash more than 2 towels at a time. I am not kidding! Stackable washer/dryers are from the devil...

- My husband introduced me to the wonder/evil/insanity that is an El Aztec breakfast burrito. It is the size of a small baby.. No joke. In my defense, we share it, and I either scoop out the insides, or transfer it to a Gluten Free tortilla. (No wheat for me!) Thus, my arteries won't give out as fast as my husbands. I am not sure if this is good or bad.. :)

- I have a friend coming over for dinner in less than an hour, and I don't know where my cooking items are. So, I better go find them. Why.. because microwaved Chicken and Broccoli doesn't sound super great..

Love Sweet Moments..

Thursday, February 26, 2009

San Diego Photography presents Senior Portraits in Ocean Beach...

A few fun facts about this latest senior...

She loooooves Taylor Swift and got tickets to see her this spring..

She has the most beautiful smile... and didn't even have to wear braces. Umm..lucky!

She (and her lovely mom) informed me of the best burger place this side of forever named Hodads! I wasn't hungry, but told them repeatedly that I would be back with my husband because it looked delish... Must plan a date night soon!

She made my job super easy..

Here are just 3 for a little sneak peek. :) Don't you just love editing a great session!! I do. :)

Thanks Miss S... you rocked it fo sho!!
blog1


blog3

blog2

Love Senior Year..

Wednesday, February 18, 2009

San Diego Photography presents a good friend..

Last week I had the privilege of meeting one of my sweet friends at Balboa Park for some family photos. This particular friend is from Washington and I met her a few years back when we lived up there. :)

She was preggers with Miss L when we met, and after Miss L graced us with her presence.. I could not pass up the opportunity to hold her every chance I got. :) We moved away over 2 years ago...so, you can imagine my delight at re-connecting with Miss L... now 3 and as cute as a button.

I'm not going to lie.. Her big brother was quite the charmer and he was thrilled that I let him use my camera to snap a few pictures of his momma and dad. :)


Click here under Clients to view your online gallery of pictures. :)

gore005

gore010

gore024

gore017

It was great to see you guys again! I hope I get to meet #3 very, very soon!!

Love good friends..

Tuesday, February 17, 2009

San Diego Photography presents a Bean Bag in a park..

I just love my clients and you know why??? They all have the sweetest children that I get to love on every week. Getting a rash from lying on the grass to get the picture is so worth it. I am re-paid in full by every squish and snuggle I get. :)

I also want to point out that the latest and greatest locations aren't necessarily the be all and end all. I took a bean bag to a park and was able to capture these little munchkins personality without a problem.

Oh and great gift idea alert...This mom was given a gift certificate for her baby shower!!

Here are a few of the little squishes.... Hmmm delicious.

james007
james011
james019
james015
james008

Tell me you aren't dying for a snuggle now!


Love snuggles..

Sunday, February 08, 2009

San Diego Photography presents some more sistas..

Just a few more faves as I finish up editing this session... These girls just seriously captivate me.. And you know what else??? There hearts are as sweet as their faces. I even bought them milk and cookies afterwards because I just had to.. I couldn't resist. :)

stine053

stine046

stine049

stine045

stine035

stine033

Love Sistas..

Thursday, February 05, 2009

San Diego Photography presents The Stine sistas...

I had a blast photographing these beauties. Miss K is involved in lots of theater activities and new headshots are always needed. :) Her beautiful sis Miss J is a senior so we decided to double it up. Aren't they the most photogenic girls you have ever seen??

I was embarassing myself every time I took a picture because I was just in awe of how they looked on my screen! ;)

Here are just a few sneak peeks while I'm finishing up the rest. :)

Can you say fierce??
stine017

stine010

stine011


Love Sistas..

Saturday, January 24, 2009

San Diego Photography presents Random thought time...

So, I haven't shared my random-ness in a while.. and I just know that you have been sitting there on your computer, biting your nails in anticipation of my next post. Thanks for waiting. ;)

- I think the Barefoot Contessa and her husband are the cutest thing since chubby puppies... She cooks for him.. he happily enjoys the offering. They stand so close to each other and she giggles... I bet they "cuddle" every night... ;)

- My daughter turned 7 this past week. Words cannot express the vast emotions I go through when I watch my children age. I will post about that soon...

- I shudder/cringe/die a little every time my son gleefully, and with wild abandon, shoots someone on Halo 3...

- I love this salad or any variation thereof.. and would eat it every day if I could afford the sashimi. It's expensive yo...

- My husband and I just finished this series and I am utterly and profoundly sad about it.. I feel lost not knowing if Rory and Logan ever got back together, or if Luke and Lorelai ended up married... *Sad sigh*

- I have never been so thrilled to get an email from Kaiser about test results... because I am anxiously, feverishly, hopefully awaiting a diagnosis of the pain that has been plaguing me for a few years...

- I have a deep desire to learn how to play the guitar and my rockstar husband who has played for over 20 years will not teach me... So I am probably going to figure out how to do it myself...

- This site is SO.MUCH.FUN... My husband should be very glad I am not the spender in the family...

Post some random things about you in the comments! I love learning new things about people...

Love unplanned..

Wednesday, January 21, 2009

San Diego photography presents A girl turning 7...

If you have read any of my blog... You must have heard me moan and complain a time or two about the bittersweet-ness of birthdays... I love the celebration of the day.. I love baking favorite goodies and taking the birthday person out for a special dinner. But, my kiddos getting a year older.. that I could do without. Each year marks another milestone closer to when those little babies of mine fly the coop... Dang! I wish I could freeze time.

But I can't.. so I will just tell you that I love this little girl of mine so much it hurts. She turned 7 and is full of joy, sass, and attitude. It is a daily effort to teach her how to say what she needs nicely..

Also you need to know that she has the softest cheeks I have ever felt, and I caress them every single night.

Happy Birthday baby...


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A shot of the two my my squishes...


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Love hurts..

Sunday, January 18, 2009

San Diego Photography presents A Little Italy Session...

I had the absolute pleasure of taking this family's pictures back in December. We all went to college together and it was so fun to get re-connected with old friends... It didn't hurt that A and J's kiddos were just the sweetest little peaches! They made my job super easy! J works here.. so if you live near there.. Check it out. :)


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Be still my heart... Isn't she precious??? She said she wanted to go home with me..And I would have taken her in a heartbeat..
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Look at this little munchkin face..
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She's a middle child. I sooo get her.
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Seriously.. I cannot be held responsible if by accident, I pick this kiddo up and squish her sweet little cheekies...
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Thanks guys for letting me capture you and your sweet girlies...

J.. I want a tour soon. ;)

Love together..

Friday, January 16, 2009

San Diego Photography presents A belated Christmas Session..

So this little one had nothing but serious faces for me. Her mamma and I were singing, and dancing and playing the tamborine to no avail. I was even down on the floor with her on my sprained knee, and she had no sympathy for me... I caught one smile at the end, but Little Miss wasn't cool with me that day! :) I still loved how the pictures turned out, and so did her mamma...

Here's a collage of favorites. And Y, thanks for the homemade enchiladas girl.. Delightful!!


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Love sweet cheeks..

Friday, January 02, 2009

San Diego Photography Presents Portland Part 1

I had such fun on my little getaway a few weeks ago, and with the busy-ness of the holidays, I haven't been able to post these!

So here are a few from our first full day there. :)

My beautiful sis and bff with her cute beanie!
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Where we had a beautiful luncheon...
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Pumpkin Risotto with Fried Sage... I die!
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French Onion Soup with about a mile of cheese on it.. (it was my sister's)
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The best dessert ever...
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All of us after lunch.. And I didn't take the picture, so don't blame me for the blurriness!!
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And finally.. some really cool textures and scenery that I couldn't resist taking a few snaps of..
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Stay tuned for more Portland Wedding pics.... :)

Love family..
 

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