Dina called me some time back, "I know you can't have the traditional bridal shower, but when you go to Australia, you're going to need things, and we can buy you pretty lingerie, make up,  a wedding dress....What do you think Barb?" I nearly cried I was so touched at the gesture. And so, Dina and Chris made for me a  Bridal party.             It was good fun and I missed those that could not be there, but  ever grateful for those who came. ... Read More

I had a ball at the reception getting to talk and be with friends and family and capturing some candid and posed shots of everyone. (Click on photo for larger image)   Rubí was a bit of  a show stealer. Mom joins the family table. Mom with Uncle Arthur Jim, Chris, and Britney. Amy (our personal cat whisperer) and Forrest. The groomsmen's table. Groom and Best Man. Brothers. Two Sillies. After being held a long time during the ceremony, Rubí was ready to take off on the open floor. So ... Read More

We, along with Silas, were invited to Cameron's 4th birthday celebration at Chuck E Cheeses. When I told John what we were doing, he said that was an awful name to give a place to eat for children. To an Australian, the name Chuck E Cheeses sounds awfully strange. So, I went to the party and was sure to take a lot of photos so John could, in a way, experience Chuck E Cheeses, that American children seem to love so much. Happy ... Read More

Birthday parties and actual birthdays don't always match in this family. We celebrated earlier this month Silas's actual birthday, but today was his birthday party. Miranda decided to have it at Lake Waterford. Sweet for me to think the very park I took Enric and Miranda's engagement photos at, now they are there holding their 3 year old's birthday celebration. It was nothing big, just family and Silas's playmate, Cameron. First the children played at the playground section of the park. ... Read More

Like last year, we went to the Baltimore Harbor for fireworks. This year had some differences, we had Enric, Miranda, Silas and baby Rubí with us! However, this year, Miquel had to work, and no Jenny either. On Chrissy's side, we had Jim, Johnny, Britney, Adam, Sophia, and Cameron...but no Heather. It's always fun to just 'arrive' at the Harbor and look around... Making fudge... Buying Fudge...Maple fudge AND cookies and cream! Blue tongues after eating blue snow cones! Cameron with Jimmy We found a good place to ... Read More

Seems like yesterday we went to Britney's second birthday party... Today she turned 21. Earlier in the week Britney messaged me on Facebook to see if we were coming to her party at Cheeseburger in Paradise. I had never gone there and all week, my mouth was watering to try one of their cheeseburgers. We arrived a little late (I left home and forgot her present!) A second attempt and we arrived with everything. The birthday girl was even later than I was, so we ... Read More

Britney and Heather were in a dance recital at Downs Park. I was excited to see them dance again, and have another chance to take photos. Britney on her toes. After the recital, Laura and Heather go to the beach. The tide must have been very high, there was only a little beach. Jenny and Miquel pause for a moment with the sun going down. Cameron, after seeing his mommy and auntie on stage, gave it a try. ... Read More

I was honored to have one of my best friend's daughter ask me to do her engagement photos. I suggested Kinder Park for the backdrop. See some more photos HERE ... Read More

  “Babies are such a nice way to start people” Today, one of my oldest and dearest friends gave a baby shower for her daughter, Britney. Naturally Laura and I were invited. It started with a very treacherous snowfall as seen from their basement window... Britney was totally surprised She had a lot of presents to open! Here she opens our gift, a basket of Baby Sweet Pea infant massage oils, baby soaps, and Boo Boo Balm The cake... As you can see, she knows she is having a ... Read More