Happy Holidays

I hope everyone is enjoying their holidays!

We spent Christmas up in Big Bear. I don't think there's anything better than spending this time of year with family and friends in the snow! Our days are filled with snow fights, sledding, making snowmen and having a great time. Our nights are spent playing board games, drinking hot cocoa with marshmallows, watching movies and sharing stories by the fireplace. I love every minute of it!















I loved seeing all of the Christmas lights hanging up all around the Village.





On our last day, we headed to the Bowling Barn where I was defeated by the kids :(













Thank you to our family and friends, especially Michael, Cybil, Joaquin and Pablo for joining us in Big Bear :) You guys are a blast to hang out with! Looking forward to next year!

Much love,

Daisy

MOBILE MONDAYS [[Victory]]

: [ a visual diary on the go ] :

12.20.09

“There is no passion to be found playing small - in settling for a life that is less than the one you are capable of living.”
- Nelson Mandela



Last week, John's client gave him 2 tickets to the Charger's game yesterday and he invited me along :) This was my first time going to a football game and I have to admit, I've never really understood the game much less enjoyed watching it. With that said, I wanted to go more than ever in hopes of learning about this sport that is so greatly loved by our country. We were surprised to find that our seats were right on the East end of the field! It was incredible! The energy among the crowd was infectious and even I was excited. The entire time, John was explaining the rules and reasons behind each move and maneuver. As each pass, interception and tackle became clear to me, I realized I actually enjoyed watching the game. Me? I had closed off this game long ago and accepted I would never like football, but I was wrong. I'm even planning on getting a girl's jersey with the number 83.

As the crowds erupted in applause when the Charger's won, I realized how any sport can bring a city/nation together. Strangers would high-five each other. You can feel the pride that each person wore on their sleeves. Victory is a wonderful feeling.

Happy Monday!

Daisy

: [ images courtesy of my iPhone ] :

An Artist [Exposed]

12.11.09

Dandelions.
Overcast skies.
Umbrella.
Large coats,
Crickety chair.
Instant film.
What more can I ask for?
Oh yes, a few drops of rain please...





More images from this fun shoot to come soon!

Much love,

Daisy

Raining Cats + Dogs!

12.07.09

She likes the rain.
She likes her boots.
She likes to run.
She likes to splash.
Her smile is never-ending.
Her name is Sophia.













Much love,

Daisy

MOBILE MONDAYS [[Weathered]]

: [ a visual diary on the go ] :

12.07.09

"Nothing is more beautiful than the love that has weathered the storms of life."
- Jerome K. Jerome



Happy Monday!

Daisy

: [ images courtesy of my iPhone ] :

Ja Jolla Family Portrait Session [Lippuner-Henen Family]

11.24.09

I first met Jeni + Rolf when they hired me to document their wedding. Since then, they've welcomed us into their home, invited us to their baby shower and now allowed us to photograph the new addition to their family, the sweet Leylah Mae. I feel as though this friendship just began and now they are leaving, embarking on a new journey in their lives. Rolf got a big promotion and so the family will be saying farewell to San Diego and hello to Nevis, an island in the Caribbean! It's bittersweet, but I know wherever life leads them, it'll be an adventure!



Leyalah Mae is one thoughtful, curious + amazing little person. I loved watching her explore + absorb everything in sight.









There was no doubt in my mind that Jeni + Rolf would make wonderful parents! They have so much love to give. This little girl is very lucky :)















































We're going to miss you three!

Much love,

Daisy