But it's totally ok, if you're sisters.
Lately Dakota has been giving us tons of kisses and saying I love you.
"Luv You!!!" Such a sweet voice.
Thursday, March 20, 2014
When You Wear the Same Outfit...
When You Wear the Same Outfit...It might be awkward.
But it's totally ok, if you're sisters.
Lately Dakota has been giving us tons of kisses and saying I love you.
"Luv You!!!" Such a sweet voice.
But it's totally ok, if you're sisters.
Lately Dakota has been giving us tons of kisses and saying I love you.
"Luv You!!!" Such a sweet voice.
Tuesday, March 18, 2014
Where I'm at Right Now with Running
Just updated my DailyMile.com goal.
Post Cowtown Ultra
My mileage has dipped down to the 8-19 miles a week range. I'd like to get back to running at least 20-25 miles a week. For the last two weeks, I've done more cross training. It feels good to be lifting weights and working my core again.
Have you heard of P90x3? That's what I've been doing when I'm not resting or running. Each workout is 30 minutes long.
So, after I ran Cowtown, I bought my first foam roller! I know after years of running, I finally bought one! Why did I wait so long???? I love it! Every ache I feel on my body, I just roll it out. It's like getting a super intense massage.
Post Cowtown Ultra
My mileage has dipped down to the 8-19 miles a week range. I'd like to get back to running at least 20-25 miles a week. For the last two weeks, I've done more cross training. It feels good to be lifting weights and working my core again.
Have you heard of P90x3? That's what I've been doing when I'm not resting or running. Each workout is 30 minutes long.
So, after I ran Cowtown, I bought my first foam roller! I know after years of running, I finally bought one! Why did I wait so long???? I love it! Every ache I feel on my body, I just roll it out. It's like getting a super intense massage.
Sunday, March 16, 2014
My Week in Photos & Patio Makeover
Sometimes being little is hard. Dakota wanted to bowl.
When Daddy works late, we stay in - watch My Little Pony, paint nails and braid hair.
Here is an example of the type of things I text message Trey.
I'm in the process of sprucing up the patio. This is my birthday gift to myself. My 30th birthday is April 30th. With Trey's business and my work, the likelihood that I can travel leisurely is not likely, so this is my b-day gift to myself (and the family).
This is just a little bit of the makeover. It's not glamorous, but it's a nice space to sit and play with the kids. I plan on adding a few more things. I'd love to get the girls a sandbox and playhouse.
Other wish list items:
Rug, Ceiling Fan, BBQ pit (ours died last year) and a storage bin for toys.
Solar lanterns A bird bath thingy and bird feeder
When Daddy works late, we stay in - watch My Little Pony, paint nails and braid hair.
Here is an example of the type of things I text message Trey.
I'm in the process of sprucing up the patio. This is my birthday gift to myself. My 30th birthday is April 30th. With Trey's business and my work, the likelihood that I can travel leisurely is not likely, so this is my b-day gift to myself (and the family).
This is just a little bit of the makeover. It's not glamorous, but it's a nice space to sit and play with the kids. I plan on adding a few more things. I'd love to get the girls a sandbox and playhouse.
Other wish list items:
Rug, Ceiling Fan, BBQ pit (ours died last year) and a storage bin for toys.
Solar lanterns A bird bath thingy and bird feeder
Friday, March 14, 2014
Morning Track, Five Year Old Fashion & Date Night Appreciation
The girls joined me for my 4 mile track run. For the most part, they sat and played in the sand. We took a play bag with shovels. Chey was entertained the entire time. Dakota lost interest, after about 15 minutes. She preferred the stroller. Pushing her around was an extra workout!
We went to the track first thing in the morning. I know Dakota, it was bright. Afterwards, we spent the afternoon with Trey. Movies (actually Dakota and I window shopped with Trey and Chey went), lunch, and then family time at home.
Sometimes Chey likes to dress herself. I pick and choose my battles. She looked super cute in her mis-matched outfit, so I didn't make her change.
For the past few months, the church we attend has been offering a Parents Night Out. Once a month for several hours they watch our kids for 10 bucks. We appreciate that so much! Earlier, when I was getting ready for the date and I found a bunny in my bathroom.
We went to the track first thing in the morning. I know Dakota, it was bright. Afterwards, we spent the afternoon with Trey. Movies (actually Dakota and I window shopped with Trey and Chey went), lunch, and then family time at home.
Sometimes Chey likes to dress herself. I pick and choose my battles. She looked super cute in her mis-matched outfit, so I didn't make her change.
For the past few months, the church we attend has been offering a Parents Night Out. Once a month for several hours they watch our kids for 10 bucks. We appreciate that so much! Earlier, when I was getting ready for the date and I found a bunny in my bathroom.
Wednesday, March 12, 2014
She Loves Me!!!!
Dakota can say, "Luv Youuuuu!" She told me that yesterday and she basically made my entire life.
I love this baby and her crazy hair.
Yesterday, while I was doing boring stuff like working, Mrs. Rosa took my girls to the Ft. Worth Zoo.
I was watching the news and they said over 20,000 people were there! That's the population of a town!
I love this baby and her crazy hair.
Yesterday, while I was doing boring stuff like working, Mrs. Rosa took my girls to the Ft. Worth Zoo.
I was watching the news and they said over 20,000 people were there! That's the population of a town!
Tuesday, March 11, 2014
New Head Shot & It's Good to Know a Photographer
I have a new head shot. One of these days, I'll hire an actual human to take real head shots, outside of a studio setting, but for now, this will work.
Trey has asked me to take photos of him and his business partner for his website and marketing stuff. I'm sure he's thinking, "It's good to know a photographer." And all these years, I've been saying, "It's good to be married to an HVAC technician." He keeps me cool, literally. Speaking of Trey's new business, things are starting to pick-up!!! The first month was a lot of paper work and just getting established. Necessary, but a little boring (to a hands on guy, like Trey). He's still in the getting established phase, but now he's getting more services calls. He's really happy to be in the field (on the regular) again!
Ok, I thought I'd post some head shots….through the years.
Trey has asked me to take photos of him and his business partner for his website and marketing stuff. I'm sure he's thinking, "It's good to know a photographer." And all these years, I've been saying, "It's good to be married to an HVAC technician." He keeps me cool, literally. Speaking of Trey's new business, things are starting to pick-up!!! The first month was a lot of paper work and just getting established. Necessary, but a little boring (to a hands on guy, like Trey). He's still in the getting established phase, but now he's getting more services calls. He's really happy to be in the field (on the regular) again!
Ok, I thought I'd post some head shots….through the years.
Monday, March 10, 2014
Spring Fever
It's spring break for UTA and FWISD. I'm working 3 days this week, but today I enjoyed spending the entire day with the girls, free of appointments and ballet class.
Lately, the girls and I have been soaking up the sun, we are so ready for Spring. It's time to start giving the compost bin some much needed attention. I've neglected it for months and we haven't had much rain, so the pile is dry…it's nothing my little fairies can't fix.
I'm completely out of coffee. So, I bought coffee from Central Market and then I let the girls play at the CM playground.
Dakota wore herself out and fell asleep before we made it home.
Cheyenne picked out her own socks.
Do you have any plans for spring break? We are just doing some low key things like going to the park. I might take the girls to watch a movie this weekend.
Lately, the girls and I have been soaking up the sun, we are so ready for Spring. It's time to start giving the compost bin some much needed attention. I've neglected it for months and we haven't had much rain, so the pile is dry…it's nothing my little fairies can't fix.
I'm completely out of coffee. So, I bought coffee from Central Market and then I let the girls play at the CM playground.
Dakota wore herself out and fell asleep before we made it home.
Cheyenne picked out her own socks.
Do you have any plans for spring break? We are just doing some low key things like going to the park. I might take the girls to watch a movie this weekend.
Friday, March 07, 2014
My Week in Photos
Did you watch the Oscars? This was the first year, I got into it! Watching more than half of the films helped. I kind of had an idea of what was going on.
What did you think of John Travolta? Slate.com has a Travolta name generator. Check mine out.
After watching the Oscars on Sunday I went to bed and I was sleeping so good, until I heard Cheyenne crying. Cleaning puke in the middle of the night is not fun. I missed work Monday because both girls were sick with a stomach bug. This is what my Monday looked like. The upside…my floors are super clean! When my kids are sick, I'm reminded how much I love hardwood and tile throughout my house.
Yesterday, while running around the indoor track, I watched this basketball game.
Most of the time, when I window shop, I find myself looking at formal dresses. I want to buy all of them…. and wear them where? I don't know. I love this black and white Calvin Klein formal. You can't tell from this photo, but the white section has tiny sequins all over it.
Mrs. Rosa loves to braid hair. Next week, is the last week the girls will be staying at Rosa's. She's been wonderful and reliable. I can't think her enough for filling in for Mrs. Amanda during her maternity leave.
I'm completely out of coffee at home, so when I went to Sprouts I took three cups of sample coffee. In my defense the cups are tiny. Dakota was judging me, I can see it in her eyes.
Tomorrow, I'm taking school portraits, so I bought some snack food. I'll be tied down to one location for a good portion of the day, so it's nice having easy food like this. The Way Better Chips, were BOGO free at Sprouts. I hope I like them.
Did you have a chance to enjoy the weather today? It was a gorgeous 68 degrees outside. The girls spent at least 2 hours outside.
What did you think of John Travolta? Slate.com has a Travolta name generator. Check mine out.
After watching the Oscars on Sunday I went to bed and I was sleeping so good, until I heard Cheyenne crying. Cleaning puke in the middle of the night is not fun. I missed work Monday because both girls were sick with a stomach bug. This is what my Monday looked like. The upside…my floors are super clean! When my kids are sick, I'm reminded how much I love hardwood and tile throughout my house.
Yesterday, while running around the indoor track, I watched this basketball game.
Most of the time, when I window shop, I find myself looking at formal dresses. I want to buy all of them…. and wear them where? I don't know. I love this black and white Calvin Klein formal. You can't tell from this photo, but the white section has tiny sequins all over it.
Mrs. Rosa loves to braid hair. Next week, is the last week the girls will be staying at Rosa's. She's been wonderful and reliable. I can't think her enough for filling in for Mrs. Amanda during her maternity leave.
I'm completely out of coffee at home, so when I went to Sprouts I took three cups of sample coffee. In my defense the cups are tiny. Dakota was judging me, I can see it in her eyes.
Tomorrow, I'm taking school portraits, so I bought some snack food. I'll be tied down to one location for a good portion of the day, so it's nice having easy food like this. The Way Better Chips, were BOGO free at Sprouts. I hope I like them.
Did you have a chance to enjoy the weather today? It was a gorgeous 68 degrees outside. The girls spent at least 2 hours outside.
Thursday, March 06, 2014
Wednesday, March 05, 2014
Monday, March 03, 2014
Photography Work for the Ballet Felt Like A Progressive Party
I love when my interest and professional work collide.
Saturday, I had an opportunity to photograph Texas Ballet Theater's Ballet Gala. In case you don't know, I'm slightly obsessed with this ballet company, so it was a real treat to photograph the gala.
The evening festivities started at 6 pm at Van Cliburn Recital Hall.
Greetings…
As soon as they walked in, I took couples or single photographs of the guests. Everyone was dressed to impress.
(in this photo) To the left is the Artistic Director of TBT, Mr. Ben Stevenson O.B.E
The floral and table decor at the dinner hall was stunning.
After the dinner, everyone was invited to cross the street to Bass Hall and watch the Ballet Company perform EPIC MASTERPIECES: Serenade, L, & Gloria. I joined the group and watched the show. Gloria was my favorite. So, dark, so dramatic! During intermission VIP from the gala were invited to the intermission green room for photos and cocktails. I tagged along and took a few photos in there.
When the show was over around 10 pm, the gala after-party began at McDavid Studio, located across the street from Bass Hall.
Around 10:30 pm, the Company Dancers joined the party.
They basically stole the dance floor. Everyone enjoyed it! It was so entertaining!!
What a fun event to document.
Throughout the night, everyone had an opportunity to bid at the Silent Auction.
To view all the photos from the gala, feel free to browse my professional website:
domvideophoto.com/gala
The evening festivities started at 6 pm at Van Cliburn Recital Hall.
Greetings…
As soon as they walked in, I took couples or single photographs of the guests. Everyone was dressed to impress.
(in this photo) To the left is the Artistic Director of TBT, Mr. Ben Stevenson O.B.E
The floral and table decor at the dinner hall was stunning.
After the dinner, everyone was invited to cross the street to Bass Hall and watch the Ballet Company perform EPIC MASTERPIECES: Serenade, L, & Gloria. I joined the group and watched the show. Gloria was my favorite. So, dark, so dramatic! During intermission VIP from the gala were invited to the intermission green room for photos and cocktails. I tagged along and took a few photos in there.
When the show was over around 10 pm, the gala after-party began at McDavid Studio, located across the street from Bass Hall.
Around 10:30 pm, the Company Dancers joined the party.
They basically stole the dance floor. Everyone enjoyed it! It was so entertaining!!
What a fun event to document.
Throughout the night, everyone had an opportunity to bid at the Silent Auction.
To view all the photos from the gala, feel free to browse my professional website:
domvideophoto.com/gala
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