L and S

I have know these twins since the first day they were born. In know their parents.. I just have a new found respect for parents of twins. Never being able to hold just one without the other being jealous. Double of everything... double car seats, double bottles and formula, two high chairs, 2 car seat, 2 weddings and 2 college tuitions:) However now that they are 6 the sir is beginning to clear and times are easier. It's my pleasure to photograph these beautiful girls!

Holidays and my family

As I mentioned below all that I LOVE... my family being #1. It's nice to post updated photos of my brothers... healthy and happy ! What a crazy year it has been! My youngest brother Broc as many of you know put our family through some VERY DIFFICULT TIMES. However it has made us all stronger and most greatful for our holiday together. This photo although far from perfect. Best represents my family. Not perfect but together. There for one another. Holding each other up in thick and thin of things. We have an amazing bond and for that I am MOST thankful and appreciative! I love you all and Happy New Year!

Things I love!

My kids love Christmas and opening and receiving presents but now I wanted to take a moment and list all the things that I love.. Feel free to leave your comments and tell me what you love.
1) My family
2) Vacations to relaxing places
3) Adventurous vacations
4) Being a mother and wife
5) Being a teacher
6) Living on Broadway
7) photography
8) Being an aunt
9) Having my Whole family excapt my grandmother within 45 minutes of me
10) shrimp
11) Benihana's
12) A's restaraunt
13) Vodka soda with 3 lemons
14) Mojito's with Vodka (Grey Goose preferably)
15) learning new things
16) My Imac
17) My I phone
18) Playing board games
19) Shopping
20) Us Weekly
21) Summer vacation
22) Pay day
23) Being pampered
24) 5star resorts
25) Entertaining
26) Silver Oak
27) My girlfriends
28) to laugh
29) To not take life too seriously
30) Life

CHOC train at Irvine park

This is the second year I've beenable to experience this wonderful event for kids. Ride the train out into the forest.. meet Santa, drink hot cocoa, and popcorn. This year there was a short line and just a lot of fun. The kids loved it and the mommies too. I can't believe it's Christmas already:) Happy holidays. 6 days til Winter Break then I'll be off for 2 weeks. I can not wait

one more Graham family photo

Celano Family

Look out ladies these two boys are gonna have all the girls in a few years... maybe DOm... already does. I think I started liking boys in about 5th grade... Anyways I was nervous about rain and scared the sun would set before Paul made it to the shoot/ However EVERYTHING came together and it was fun to catch up with your entire family. I've missed seeing you. Thanks for this opportunity.

Woodens in Shady Canyon

This was one that was quickly snapped ... as the sun QUICKLY set behind the hill. Then off to Fashion Island to the tree lighting ceremony. That was a fun evening thanks for letting me tag along.

Graham Family

We were trying to get ALL the Graham grandkids. We tried all the tricks... ball, candy, cookies... then Elmo....I think we got ONE decent photo with everyone in it including the youngest Graham, Gabriella (age 1 and a half) Susan thanks for inviting me to photographic your LOVELY family. I felt like apart of the family. The backyard is AMAZINGLY gorgeous. Can't wait to share the rest of the photos with you and your family:)

Me trying to photograph my own kiddos

So you would think that I would have the PERFECT photos of my own kids right? All my Christmas cards addressed and ready to be sent out. Well that is definitely not the case. As you can see.. my 2 year old is definitely in the "uncooperative: stage. It's probably because I tortured her WAY TOO MUCH when she was younger:) Here are a few fun ones:)

Springer Family

This family was too cute. What a beautiful spot that they picked. The lake, the mountains, the grass. It was all GREAT! I especially liked getting to know their 2 girls and chasing them around. Mr. and Mrs. Springer have great taste in names especially Payton. (That's because my daughter is also named Peyton) The green looks so vibrant I really love it. Hope these make some GREAT Christmas cards Jodi. Can't wait to see what you come up with:)

American Music Awards (AMA's)

Where do I begin. Only with OMG (OH MY GOD) And Thank-you Torie... Thnak-you Torie....Ring! Ring! late Saturday night... my teaching friend Kristin calls me to let me know she has an extra ticket to be a "seatfiller" at the AMA'S. I say "sure!" Why not? When we arrive up in LA at 1:00 the 3 girls I ride with check in and then the lady in charge procedes to tell me that they "do NOT" have an extra wristband for me. So sorry ! So I bid farewell to my friends... I contemplate do I cry... do I call my husband for a ride.. or what.. Well not to make the story too long because I want to get to the Celebrity part... 2 hours later... My hero Torie worked her magic and got a lady named Dani to come running out of the Nokia Center saying " where is jessica? I have one final wristband for her:)" Torie I am in depted to you for lfe:)

So in I went and the job was to fill the seats of the celebs in rows 1, 2 and 3. The first half and hour I could hardly speak... I was in TOTAL SHOCK. It was such a surreal feeling to be there last night. So my first seat assignment was row 3. I turn to my left... 5 feet away is Chris Brown, Rihanna, and Alicia Keys. (Rihanna is the MOST beautiful woman) OMG Then behind them was Little John? Behind them was Montley Crue.. Vince Neil and his wife etc.... Pussy Cat dolls, Beyonce, Queen Latiffa. Then right in front of me.. Some regular guys kind of English looking. I knew my seat was too good to be true... A man approaches me and says "excuse may I have your seat' I get up and move to the next open seat. The body guard of Chris Martin from Cold Play grabs me and says that seats for Chris not you:) The rest of the night I sat in row 10. I liked my spot and had gotten my STAR fix for the evening. I didn't want to keep forfeiting my seat so I stayed put in row 10. This was a out of body experience and an opportunity of a lifetime.

My favorite performances: Beyonce (by far) Cristina Aguilera, Taylor Swift, Pink and Annie on the piano and Natasha Beddingfield's dress was my favorite.

Hoch Family

more Hoch photos

Hoch Family

Another great photo shoot with a very special family. Coop and his muscle shot really made us all laugh. I just love to capture the true side of a child. Thanks Hoch family for letting me photograph your lovely family. I can't wait to share all the photos I took:)

I am still editing but should be done early next week.

Hope you all enjoy the previews!

Family photos

Barton Kiddos

Too cute! These kiddos stole the show from aunt Nicki and uncle Billy

Castro/Deprosperis wedding

Where do I begin. I feel so blessed to have been apart of such a special day for the Deprosperis and Castro family. This is a family I feel right at home with including with grandma from Arizona. I couldn't be happier for the lovely couple Billy and Nicki. Thanks to all for including me in such a special occasion. Toni and Pete you have managed to have raised 3 amazing daughters. And one can only strive to pull off a family as beautiful, smart, and loving as yours. Best wishes to Nicki, Billy and Baby Castro:)

More Vickers at Crystal Cove

Couldn't help it these are too cute !

Team Dragonflies Girls 6 Soccer Season is coming to a close

It has been a great season I think for the girls and the parents. I am so proud of my daughter Reese's progress on the field. She is more aggressive and is actually in the early stages of passing the ball. Mommy is so proud of you and I loved taking all the dragonflies pictures this year

Vickers Family

Another great day at Crystal Cove. I had a chance to photograph an old friend from junior high and his 3 beautiful girls. He is an amazing father who is devoting all his time and energy to his precious little girls. I had a small glimpse in to the life of the Vickers girls and what it is like to have 3 girls. Its great . In every house hold of girls I am sure that there is drama, tears, and most of all laughter. Being a parent is the greatest gift on earth. I am so fortunate to be given this wonderful gift of photography! Thanks Shad for letting photograph your family! And also thanks Natalie for all your photography wisdom. I value your opinions:)

Barton 2008 Halloween Bash

Once again ... what a GREAT party. I just love Halloween and all that comes with fall. Just look at the photos , Mrs. Barton is over the top:) T Happy Halloween to all...

Cute Goffman kids

Kids !! Kids!! Kids!! 3 plus 1 more = 4. The 4th Goffman child has arrived. What warm friendly home. I felt right at home. Cooffe doughnuts for our early morning 8am photo shoot. Just seeing mom and dad a bit sleep deprived brought back sooo many memories of when my daughters were both born. Those first few months are a fog! I had a great time photographing all the siblings with their name baby sister. Each one so proud that they could hold the baby all on their own. Babies are so precious and so are children.