Pretty scenery for Friday

I thought I would post something pretty for Friday. This was taken at my in laws farm.

Theresa & Brian are getting married!

My best friend (since kindergarten) is getting married! We spent the day with them enjoying some of their favorite things. First, walking their little pupper, Barkley (he’s extremely photogenic!), pizza at Salvation Pizza (Brian’s absolute favorite), ice cream at Amy’s Ice Cream (Theresa’s fave), and sunset at Mt. Bonnell (it’s very romantic!). It was a day of fun and I can’t wait till the wedding in September!

- Genie

Aloha Kauai!

I could live in Hawaii, the wife would move there tomorrow if I said “yes” – it’s such a majestic place.

This was the view from our lanai (patio) of the full moon.

More to come…

South Africa – Part 3 – Pretoria Zoo

I loved this day. We took the House of Hope kids to the zoo….all of them. This was their first time EVER seeing these animals, which was crazy to me…BUT then we bought them ice cream and for most of them IT WAS THEIR FIRST ICE CREAM!! Can you imagine being 15 years old and eating your first ice cream cone? I’m so glad I was there to witness and be part of these “firsts”. Here are some of my favorite photos from the day…

South Africa – Part 2 – Safari

Going to a safari has been a childhood dream of mine, I am a National Geographic/ Animal Planet nerd. It’s an incredible feeling viewing these animals in their natural habitat. I was amazed at the variety and amount of wildlife I was lucky enough to see. Although I didn’t see  any of the big cats, I was extremely lucky to hear a lion roar…..INCREDIBLE!

South Africa – Part 1 – House of Hope

I’m still trying to process my emotions from this trip, it’s been a roller coaster. These kids from the House of Hope are the bravest, most loving kids I have ever met in my life. I wish I had the words to express what I experienced on this amazing journey, but I am not a writer….I take photos. Hopefully, these photos can express a small portion of my experience…

Part 2 coming soon…

Vacation!

Today the wife and I are headed to Kauai!! EXCITED!! We are celebrating 7 years of marriage and 14 years together…I can’t believe that much time has passed…it’s ridiculous.

Our wedding July 22, 2004

This trip, 7 years ago, sparked my interest in photography having only a point and click camera and a couple waterproof throw aways. I can’t wait to see the photos and video we get this trip…with real cameras.

Celeste & Jason’s Family

Loved taking pictures of this family! I have known Celeste for quite some time (my wife went to middle school with her) and have taken family photos for her in the past. So, when I was asked to photograph new baby Julia, I was thrilled. Their children are so well behaved and absolutely adorable. Big sister Lilly is quiet and shy with a beautiful smile. Derek is the tree climber and Skylee loves to show her silly faces. It was hard to choose my favorites!

Sophie is 8!

Happy Birthday to my sweet lil Sophie! I can’t believe she is 8 years old!

Kayaking on the 4th of July

 

 

 

This 4th of July I went kayaking with the wife, some friends and their pups. It was my first time so of course I took my camera. I had it triple bagged but I was still pretty paranoid. The wife and I were in a double kayak so she could paddle while I took photos. Their pups had little life jackets and loved the water. It was the cutest thing. Next time, I’ll be leaving the camera behind but I’m bringing my little pups. I’ll just take photos with my iphone :)