Great Words From Good People

Starting off the week with three inspiring posts -- I just had to share! Thanks for the good words, ladies...

On nurturing creativity -- by Samm Blake
On getting lost -- by Shoko Wanger
On staying true -- by Megan Gilger

Photo by my husband -- Morro Bay, CA

SMITTEN BY THE SEA

My boys are back and I'm in SLO for the next couple of weeks! One thing I've missed is our (almost) daily trips to Shell Beach to unwind. Our favorite spot we visit has changed over the month we've been gone--sand has swept over a lot of the rocks and on this particular visit, the tide was very low...and that means tide pools! It was the sweetest thing to see Dexter so curious about sea life. Although we frequent this beach often, there are those days that are more magical than others...yesterday was one of them.

More sea life on Flickr.

Summer Snaps

Color. Growth. Movement. Light. Summer!

BE GOOD.

Does anybody else feel that time has been flying by like nobody's business? I can barely keep up! I've been on the road a lot lately, but I can't complain--it's been for work that I've been thoroughly enjoying. I assisted in a lovely wedding in Carmel Valley this past weekend, then continued north to San Francisco to shoot the sweetest blogger/pinner, Maia. 

I was also lucky to meet and dine with Amy from Stitch and Hammer at Flour + Water--we indulged in the most delicious meal of homemade pastas and decadent desserts. Have you been? What a treat! Blogger meet-ups are quickly becoming one of my favorite things... 

FROM THE IPHONE, SOUTH HILLS

Yesterday, we went running up South Hills during rainfall right before sunset. We watched the sky burst with colors, enjoyed the greenery that glistened from the rain, and took in the most glorious full rainbow! These snaps were in between steps up the trail. Happy Thursday to you all!

GET OUT

Lately, I've been trying to spend more time outdoors during the day to ease up my time in front of the computer. The trails, hills, and peaks surrounding our home in San Luis Obispo are so lush and inviting right now. What is it like where you are?

BITS OF SLO

I've been trail running lately and it has become a good reminder of how much inspiration comes from being outdoors. The textures, colors, and growth stop me in my tracks. Josh laughs at how often I pause to take pictures with my iPhone, but I just can't help myself! San Luis Obispo has my heart right now...

Weekend

We had a beautiful overcast weekend here in San Luis Obispo. Nothing like a summer thunderstorm to mix things up a bit. I shot a perfectly simple wedding, spent some time with good friends, ate delicious food, and enjoyed time outdoors. My husband and I attended an especially moving memorial service yesterday that left us feeling hopeful and fulfilled. It's been 10 years but it still feels like yesterday...

Weekend Snaps

I'm feeling really blessed to live on the central coast right about now. The scenes around these parts are stunning! This weekend, my husband Josh and I were lucky to have a hand in a really gorgeous wedding at The Biltmore in Santa Barbara. We designed boutonnieres, a photo backdrop, signs out of reclaimed wood, and other small touches that added to the wedding's charm. The wedding was photographed by the lovely Jasmine Star--can't wait to see the images! I'm loving this time of year, what about you?

HOME AT LAST...

It feels like I've been living out of my car for the past couple of weeks! I'm not going to lie, a part of me liked it. I was able to visit some of my favorite places and people--and it was indeed a memorable (and insanely busy) trip. Work took me from SLO to Los Angeles, Balboa to Lake Arrowhead, and finally San Diego. I left a piece of my heart in each place. I can't wait to share more photos with you in the next week or so, but in the meantime, above are a few snaps from this weekend (you can click on the images for location info). Anyways, it's so good to be back. I've missed all of your blogs...I have a lot of catching up to do! My Google Reader "1000+" is staring me in the face...

A good week to you!  J.

SEATTLE BITS

stopping in to say hello! it's our last night in the city and although we're sad to be leaving, the northwest knows...we'll be back. today, we walked around downtown and since i'm a little dslr'd out, i snapped a few photos with the trusty iphone. i hope you've been having a good week so far! j.