After my younger sister, Amy, moved to Los Angeles earlier this year, my mom gifted my other sister, Anne, my daughter, Kate, and me a trip to LA with her. We spent most of our time in Marina del Ray, Venice and Santa Monica. Kate took her first dip in the Pacific Ocean and had her first…
These people know how to do love. They know how to do happy. They know how to do family. It was such a treat for me to spend the morning with ALL of them. When three of your four kids live out of state, it’s a rare thing to have the entire family together,…
For the longest time, my work space was a tiny corner in the game room. We finally came to our senses and converted the fourth bedroom into a home office for both of us. I’m so thankful for this space where I will spend many hours this fall. p.s. one word. IKEA p.p.s. none of…
I met Carley way back when she was in Junior High! Now, she’s a beautiful high school senior and a talented swimmer for Ridge Point High School. Pool shots for the win!! We had beautiful light the day we shot her senior portraits, and I love the different looks we got. [blogshow id=b463 player=0 autoplay=0 toolbar=0]
October is always a full month for LWP, and this year it’s full of fabulous celebrations as well. When I look at my google calendar, I freak out a little – but that’s why I love having goals in place each month. It helps me to slow down and focus on what matters. Document…
I first saw this idea over at Nancy Ray’s fabulous blog. Since then, I’ve seen it done other places, and I love it. First, I don’t always share all my iPhone snaps on Instagram, and second, what better way to remember things to be thankful for over the past month. Ever since Andy started seminary,…