Santa Ynez Farms- Day Trip

Took a break from the norm yesterday. If you haven't noticed from my previous posts, my family LOVES visiting Solvang. ;) I'm trying to convince them for us to drive just a little farther haha. But I love the long drives, getting out of the city and being able to photograph what I'd like. Bri is at 32 weeks! We went one last time before the baby gets here in June. We ate lots of food as per usual and hung out at the local classic organic farm.

One of my favorite things from yesterday was watching the tall grass blow in the wind. <3

Photos from my phone. ^^

Christa & Bobby's Wedding- 4.21.12

I'm posting two blogs in one night. Haha I'm insane! I've been on a crazy go go go high. Anyone ever felt that way? No? I need to cool it and relax. But before I do... I wanted to share how my last couple of weeks have been.

One of my best friends all through high school recently got engaged. The last couple of weeks have been super fun hanging out with her and the family. I'm extremely grateful for moments like these. Thank you Christa and Bobby for letting me be apart of your special day! I wish the best for you two and the baby. <3

Funny moments:

-I slept over at Christa's house the night before the wedding and she fell asleep at 9pm. Then woke up 3 hours later and then we both couldn't sleep.

-Waking up at 5am to apply tattoo cover up on Christa's tattoos. We did sooo good on that!

-Random laugh attacks while us two short people try to hang our dresses and fail every time.

-"We've got bananas all over this house. We go bananas over bananas. We've got yo potassium, your B-6.. shooot." -Christa

-"Oh... Angela, you have goose pimples." -Grandma Esguerra

All in all had an amazing weekend. Yes, I am exhausted, but it was well worth it.

Everyone have a great week!

The Color Run- SoCal Irvine

Words can't even define how great of a weekend I've had. I watched my best friend get married and watched some of my friends run a 5k color run. I love celebrating with friends when they make huge decisions. I know weddings and a run like this may not seem exciting to many... but when you're able to experience a huge thing along side with your friends, its an awesome feeling.

Even though I didn't run the race today, I was asked to come along to hang out and document it. And I loved it. Had a great time with everyone out in Irvine today! Thank you to those who invited me! :)

Enjoy some colorful photos:

Favorite shot!

Hug attack!

Free Slurpee's! Yes, please!

Lily | 2 years- Botanical Gardens

I had a nice afternoon yesterday hanging out with Rosie, G and Lily. Its crazy to think 2 years ago I was just taking Rosie's maternity photos. I love being able to make memories for people.

Oh... Its also heart warming to get a text from Rosie the next day of Lily saying, "Where Lizzy go?" Either she's mesmerized by my camera, or kids actually like me haha.

A couple favorites:

24 Years- Personal

Today I celebrated my 24th birthday with my madre and sister. I thought I would do a small post to show you guys what I did today. No huge party or getaway, just visited the mall and got some food. I'm very thankful for my family and friends.

Photos courtesy of my sister and her iphone:

(Love you sistertard)

1. My birthday balloons (moms 2 week old birthday balloons) ;) 2. Did a little shopping at H&M. Bought me black dress! 3. Lunch at Bj's. Pizookie, nomnomnom. 4. I was very excited, can you tell? 5. Still excited, this is my face... too close? 6. Momma & I. People think we look alike, but I don't always see it.

The Cox Family Part II - Redondo Beach

Saturday I met up with this very lovely family. I'm not sure if most of you read my previous post, but the rest of the family was able to get together for some more portraits. Mary just had her first day of chemotherapy on Friday. She looked amazing. I'm honored and very grateful for being able to meet everyone and to meet Mary. What an inspiring lady you are!

If you guys feel led to, head over to Amy's blog to keep updated and check out what's been going on in her life as well. :)

Here are just a few of my favorite photos:

Amy, Mary and Emily.