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But when I told her that some people get to watch over animals FOR A LIVING, she absolutely grinned.  There's nothing she wants more than to overrun our house with animals.  Hamsters, cats, birds, fish, dogs, bunnies, chinchillas, horses, squirrels, toads, and kangaroos have all been requests at one time or another.  Finally, at long last, our cats have let her into their personal space.  Chief lets her carry him around like a doll.  And she loves him for it.


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All Holly asked for at Christmas was a mini-video camera (like my flip).  There was no way we were going to get her an expensive camera, so Jason scanned the black friday ads in search of a cheap alternative.  We scored a deal with a $25 video camera that operates on a single AA battery with an internal small hard drive.  PERFECT.

I'm pretty sure Holly was inspired to ask for this gift based on the show iCarly.  If you don't know iCarly it is because you don't have kids between the ages of 4 and 12 and you've been watching cool shows like Dexter and Weeds.  (Lucky!)  Anyways, the show is about a girl named Carly who makes a web-tv show about all things kid.  Without any delay...here's Holly's version. 

By the way, Holly made this all by herself in secret.  We heard her talking to herself in the corner of the living room while we were all busy doing other things.  When asked, she shared her video with us and said I could "webcast" it for her here.  YEAH!  (and she's talking about "passing out lollipops at school" in case you can't understand that part of the video)

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Thanks for braving the brutally cold weather this weekend, Anna and Steve.  I think you'll find the trip was worth it.  I knew 2009 still had some amazing photos left, and this is proof.

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1.  They love the Boston Celtics.  Kyle even got monogrammed green kicks for all his groomsmen and new fathers-in-law.  It sent shivers down my spine.  The good shivers.

2.  They love photography.  Kyle got Audrey the Canon 50D for her wedding gift and her excitement was another shivery moment for me.  She gave him an underwater camera for their honeymoon.  SO good.  SO very good.

3.  They played water polo in high school.  If you've read about how I got started in photography, you'll know that water polo played a HUGE part in my career and it's how I met Jason.

4.  They love to quote movies and have a wicked sense of humor.  Oh yes...the same here.

5.  They had a spectacular wedding!

Their wedding was held at Pomar Junction Winery just outside Paso Robles.  And...can I just rave for a second about this place?  Apparently, this was the first wedding they'd had here...but it didn't show.  The staff had everything running smooth as silk.  The scenery was stunning.  I intend to highlight this venue in a separate blog post...because if you are looking for a place to get married...I highly recommend checking this venue out.  Super cool vineyards, train cars, oak trees, great tasting room, a separate house for getting ready, and awesome details everywhere.  I believe this is going to be quite a popular place to get married next season.

**just a couple of slideshows left to blog...but I am officially done shooting weddings for 2009.  a big special thanks and hugs to all my wonderful clients this year!  May your anniversaries next year be celebrated with the same love and enthusiasm as your wedding day.  I look forward to seeing you soon!**

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Me: So, how did you two meet?
Them: A blind date.
Me: SHUT UP!  NO WAY!   (yes, i speak in exclamations a lot)
Them: Yup, really.  A blind date!
Me: Who set you up?
Mackenzie: My old roommate.
Me: I can't wait to see her at the wedding.  She should be giving a good speech! All gloating about how she set you two up, blah, blah blah.
Them: Ummm, no we haven't seen in years.  She disappeared with Mackenzie's couch mysteriously and we've not heard from her since.

LMAO!!!  A random couch-snatching roommate story!  I've had those before, too!  I had one sublet my room without telling me one summer...I walked into my room to find someone sleeping in my bed, just like Goldilocks.  I suppose I'll forgive the couch-taking girl...after all, she brought these two together.  Which also provided me with an awesome opportunity to meet them too!

]]> http://www.katiedisimone.com/blog/2009/11/engagement-mackenzie-and-adam-avila-beach.html http://www.katiedisimone.com/blog/2009/11/engagement-mackenzie-and-adam-avila-beach.html engagement avila beach photographer Sun, 15 Nov 2009 16:49:48 -0800 Still Waters Vineyards was the perfect backdrop for their wedding.  Incredible oak trees, panoramic vineyard views, and rustic log cabin onsite.  Michelle and Dave brought family in from all parts of the country, including a large contingent from New York and New Jersey.  I'm so glad we could show them all a little Central California good time!  Thanks for sharing your time with me!

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]]> http://www.katiedisimone.com/blog/2009/10/where-the-wild-things-are.html http://www.katiedisimone.com/blog/2009/10/where-the-wild-things-are.html disimones Mon, 26 Oct 2009 17:48:25 -0800
When Danny and Alexandra said they met at a bar in Glasgow, my first thought was that I didn't think anyone could remember meeting someone at a bar in Glasgow at night.  I was mistaken and there is also a WHOLE lot more to their story than just that bar. 

Alexandra was tired, wet, and in a strange country on a Scotland study-aboard year.  She and her friend were huddled outside a bar in Glasgow at 2am looking for a taxi to take them home.  (By the way, 2am is super early to leave a bar in Glasgow.  I know now that 5am is the acceptable standard.  I will need to build stamina before I go there on holiday.)  Danny walked by and saw them standing there...shivering, cold, sad.  He managed to win them over (not hard to imagine...he's really nice and funny)...and they fell in love.  A long distance romance began because Alexandra's year abroad came to an end.  They traveled the world during their romance, meeting up in places like Cayman Islands, Jamaica, London, and Portland (yeah, not as exotic as the first few).  They are well-versed in international calling, and Alexandra can tell you what time it is in Scotland faster than she could spell C-A-T.

Danny and Alexandra got married at the Mission San Luis Obispo and had their reception at Pelican Point in Pismo Beach.  The whole experience was fantastic.  You all know how much I like different cultures, so this wedding was a treat.  Danny brought his Scottish family and friends.  Alexandra comes from a large Mexican family...her dad is one of 13 siblings alone!  The DJ had a super fun time switching between the Proclaimers and Luis Miguel.  I was in heaven.

Anyways...what did I learn about Scotland?  First, I need to visit in the very near future.  There is too much fun, hospitality, and hugs waiting over there.  Second, I need to schedule that visit to coincide with a Celtic-Rangers football game and buy my tickets ahead of time.  And I should not hug the Rangers fans ever.  They are evil.  Third, I should expect rain.  lots of chilly rain.  The flower girl is Danny's niece.  When she saw the bright red sunset that night, she pointed out to it and said "Look everyone, there's a volcano!"  I guess she'd never seen a bright red sunset in Scotland before.  HAHAHA...I guess it really does rain a lot.

Danny's brother Ritchie was the best man.  Ritchie is an accomplished singer and musician.  He had an extra treat up his sleeve at the reception though.  Not only did he sing them a song, he also brought along a secret taped message from their father who couldn't be there that day.  Dad was too frail to make the journey, but was definitely there in spirit.  As soon as we all heard Danny's father's message...I broke into heaving sobs right along with Danny (and several other people at the reception).

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