Happy 4th of July!

Every year I wait and wait for the 4th of July. I think since moving to the island it has become one of my favorite holidays. The people flock to the island like it is the birthplace of the country. So many people to see!

This year I set out a bit late but was able to get several shots that I feel really represent the 4th island style. I think this years theme was lemonade stands and stands of all kinds run by kids.

People waiting for the ferry. I can't believe how bad this is. So happy I didn't need a ride.

I think this was the cutest thing I saw all day. In his had is a cup that says For the Troops.

Couldn't get enough of these umbrella's.

Even the dogs got into spirit.

Normally this beach just has a few. But not today.

Love that kids are learning to think beyond themselves.

These kids look like they are doing pretty good if you ask me.

A little spin on the lemonade stand.

Bonus points for using the computer.

I want to rock with you. Dance the night away.

Ooh ooh ooh aah
Gotta make a change
For once in my life
It's gonna feel real good
Gonna make a difference
Gonna make it right


Thanks Mattie for this day.



MJ you will never be forgotten.

Europe

Yes, yes I have been really bad and haven't shared any of my pic since I have been home.

Europe was a blast, thanks Brooke and Mo for such a great adventure. I have already started making a list of places I want to visit next time. We visited Rome, Paris, Venice, and many Greek Islands.

Here are some random pictures. I have over 1300 and don't really know where to start sharing.

More to come!!

The day has come...

Today I take off for Europe with some friends but I wanted to post one last post before I left wishing my niece a Happy Birthday! I dug up some old photos (some of my first) of her to share. Even as a toddler you can see the princess in her. Oh Mac you are getting so big.

Have a great birthday.

Love your favorite Tia.

Happy Mother's Day

As millions of mothers around the world today are celebrating mothers day, I thought I would talk about my mom. Over the years as my nieces and nephews have increased in numbers, I begin to wonder how my mom ever did it with nine. Yes I said NINE! With that many kids money was aways tight but that didn't stop my mom from finding ways to entertain us. I remember transforming everyday objects into pieces of art and toys. When people ask me about some of the creative things I have come up with over the years I tell them that I learned it all from my mom. She is a talented creative smart woman that I still don't understand how she isn't in a loony house from all her children.

Happy Mothers Day!


Snow? What is the chilly object?

This was the coolest car ever. Look see I am a natural blonde.

She loved to dress us up as kids. Maybe this is why I love Halloween.

Deep thoughts

While reading one of my many blogs the other day, I came across this post. http://photographybymeg.net/blog/2010/04/lessons-learned/

This post rang true to me about how I feel about photography and the lessons I have learned along the way.

I am also thinking about what to submit for the OC fair this year. If any of you have ideas or have seen things on here that you like please feel free to leave me a comment.

I just love the face he is making. Sometimes these kids can't get enough of my camera while other days they want nothing to do with it.

I love that he asked to have this taken, it truely show his personality.

Easter lovin -- OC premier children's Photograher

Ok so I have been lazy and have slacked a bit on blogging. Hopefully this will make up for it. In no particular order some of the randomness of the California cousins.


Ball pit love. Where did my eye go?

I can't find my nose!

Really I didn't do it!

Candy!

dirty boy hands

Who is the crazy one?

Baby in a basket! Everyone needs one.

In real life.