Gary's Photographs

Waiting For Chirstmas

2011-12-24T09:29:00.000-08:00

I so remember the Christmas Eves of past when it seemed like an eternity waiting for the time to unwrap presents left by Santa. This photo was taken by my father about 50 years ago (modified in Photoshop) and it portrays my two wonderful sisters waiting patiently to attack the pile of gifts. Just like my parents, Kelly and I still celebrate on Christmas Eve to keep the tradition alive in our family.

Like I Said Santa

2011-12-05T20:08:00.000-08:00

I cropped and did some Photoshop work on this image originally of a family taken by my niece Amber. What a perfect catch this was for Amber.

Let Your Light Shine

2011-11-27T08:35:00.000-08:00

Found these two beautiful fall color leaves backlit among the foliage during a stroll at the San Joaquine Wildlife Preserve in Irvine, CA (November 2011).

Samantha Has Arrived

2011-11-18T16:08:00.000-08:00

Our second grandbaby Samantha Marie arrived 11/17/11.

Night Hovers

2011-09-05T08:00:00.000-07:00

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Williams, Arizona (August 2011) Great Horned Owl taking flight.

Stick Your Tongue Out At The Word

2011-08-07T08:00:00.000-07:00

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Williams, Arizona (August 2011) A recent visit to Bearizona park in Williams. The saying attached to this photo came to me yesterday after reading about our brave Navy Seals KIA in Afghanistan.

Safety Is Not An Accident

2011-04-17T07:00:00.000-07:00

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Anaheim, CA (March 2011) Live fire drill by the Anaheim Fire Department.

Fences

2011-04-16T07:00:00.000-07:00

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Fullerton, CA (January 2011) Fullerton Arboretum, a scrub jay perched on a wooden fence.

Prepare Our Youth

2011-02-21T09:00:00.000-08:00

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Seal Beach, CA (January 2011) Quality time with Dad.

Obstacles

2011-02-21T08:00:00.000-08:00

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Seal Beach Pier, CA (January 2011) Interesting tracks in the sand. One small plastic trash can caused a 2-ton truck to alter it's path. Makes you wonder what impact one individual can have on a multitude. Speak out.

Caterpillar Or Butterfly

2011-01-09T17:00:00.000-08:00

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Fullerton, CA (January 2011) Fullerton Arboretum - a Monarch Caterpillar eating.

Individualism

2011-01-02T08:00:00.000-08:00

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Wrightwood, CA (December 31, 2010) Trains through the Lytle Creek Pass. The train on the left is stopped while the BNSF train on the right passes.

It's A New Year

2010-12-31T16:00:00.000-08:00

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Wrightwood, CA (December 31, 2010) The train pass at Lytle Creek. As we continue on our journey through life - Happy New Year everyone!

In The Shadows

2010-12-29T08:00:00.000-08:00

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Escondido, CA (December 2010) An day with the animals at the Wild Animal Park.

Hello Winter

2010-12-24T08:00:00.000-08:00

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Parks, AZ (January 2010) No doubt it's Winter!

Merry Christmas

2010-12-22T08:00:00.000-08:00

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Westminster, CA (December 2010) Merry Christmas from Pezman! After my first neck surgery many years ago my wife bestowed upon me the nickname "Pezman." Each Christmas in honor of that nickname I proudly hang this ornament.

The Day After

2010-11-26T08:00:00.000-08:00

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This Mr. Turkey is thankful for the day after Thanksgiving, and not because of the shopping!

Happy Thanksgiving!

2010-11-25T08:00:00.000-08:00

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Shirley, MA (1964) Dinner with family on our long road trip to the homeland. That's me peeking around from the left probably wondering, "where's the turkey?" I love my family! Happy Thanksgiving everyone.

Pursue Some Path

2010-11-19T06:00:00.000-08:00

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Parks, Arizona (November 2010) One of the many trails leading off into paradise.

Keep Your Face To The Sun

2010-11-15T20:00:00.000-08:00

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Williams, Arizona (November 2010) Fox at the newly open wildlife preserve, "Bearizona."

Our Veterans

2010-11-11T13:00:00.000-08:00

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San Juan Capistrano, CA (August 2008) Annual rodeo - Thank you to all who bravely serve to keep America free. Strength and peace to the families of those who have given all.

The Harvest Is Great

2010-10-24T08:00:00.000-07:00

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San Salvador, El Salvador (March 2008) Two women on their way to the street market.

Abundance In Your Life

2010-10-17T08:00:00.000-07:00

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Westminster, CA (October 2010) Common House Finch enjoying the bird feeder in our front yard.

Something Never Looked For

2010-10-12T08:00:00.000-07:00

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Central California Coast (July 2005) A young lady exploring the small creatures in a tide pool.

Sweetness Of Friendship

2010-10-02T08:00:00.000-07:00

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Westminster, CA (October 2010) Miniature roses blooming on the side of house after some recent rain.

Harvest Moon

2010-09-23T23:40:00.000-07:00

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Orange County, CA (September 23, 2010) Harvest Moon Rising

Success

2010-09-17T08:00:00.000-07:00

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Westminster, CA (September 2010) It's my day off, but not for the bees working outside my back door.

War Is Terrible

2010-09-10T08:00:00.000-07:00

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Huntington Beach, CA (September 2010) Civil War Reenactment - Soldier in the Confederate camp pondering the upcoming battle.

Follow After Bubbles

2010-09-06T08:00:00.000-07:00

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Westminster, California (September 2010) While Isabelle was blowing bubbles I caught this one near the dark roadway with it's rainbow of colors resulting from the light of the setting sun hitting it just right.

Convert Enemies Into Friends

2010-09-04T08:00:00.000-07:00

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Huntington Beach, California (September 2010) Civil War Reenactment - The empty battlefield is eerily peaceful.

Summer Is Over

2010-08-29T08:00:00.000-07:00

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Dedicated to all those youngsters who must return to the daily grind of the classroom. And for the parents - "whoop-dee-doo!"

Grandparents

2010-08-22T08:00:00.000-07:00

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Anaheim, California (September 2008) Isabelle wearing me out at a park.

Similarities And Differences

2010-08-15T08:00:00.000-07:00

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Long Beach, California (July 2006) Rancho Los Alamitos

The LORD's Victory

2010-08-13T08:00:00.000-07:00

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Anaheim, California (June 2010) Anaheim Muzeo Frog Exhibit - Waxy Monkey Frog from the Chaco Desert of Argentina, Paraguay and Bolivia.

You Are In Control

2010-08-08T08:00:00.000-07:00

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Costa Mesa, Caifornia (August 2010) Knott's Berry Farm pie eating contest.

Life And Danger

2010-08-06T08:00:00.000-07:00

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Fullerton, California (June 2010) Fullerton Arboretum - Beauty blooming among the thorns of a catus plant.

The Past Is The Past

2010-08-02T08:00:00.000-07:00

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Lee Vining, California (October 2005) Bodie Historical State Park - Old rusty truck.

Balance

2010-07-26T08:00:00.000-07:00

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Pismo Beach, California (July 2005)

Closed Doors

2010-07-23T08:00:00.000-07:00

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Grand Canyon, Arizona (October 2006) Grand Canyon Desert View Watchtower area.

Harmony Of Two Souls

2010-07-20T08:00:00.000-07:00

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San Simeon, California (March 2007) The Piedras Blancas elephant seal rookery is located 7.7 miles north of San Simeon along scenic Coast Highway One.

The Flag

2010-07-04T08:00:00.000-07:00

Independence Day!

San Diego, California (August 2005) Old Town State Park - The Schoolhouse.

"The Pledge" as I always remember reciting it each morning of school (circa 1954). The meaning of which becomes more significant each year I add to my life. Blessing to all who have made my freedoms possible.

Have a great day of remembrance!

Progress Is Precarious

2010-06-29T08:00:00.000-07:00

This will be my last post for a few weeks. I hope you will remain a fan of this page. I hope to be back to posting soon.

Thank you for all the support!

Gary

Sow In Faith

2010-06-27T08:00:00.000-07:00

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Riverside, California (June 2010) Old interesting truck found in the backyard of a home.

The Grand Canyon

2010-06-26T08:00:00.000-07:00

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The Grand Canyon, Arizona (October 2006) - One of my favorite spots to take in God's wonders.

Graduation!

2010-06-25T08:00:00.000-07:00

Congratulation to all of the graduates!

Enthusiasm

2010-06-24T08:00:00.000-07:00

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Buena Park, California (December 2005) Knott's Berry Farm

Point In Time

2010-06-23T08:00:00.001-07:00

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Huntington Beach, California (September 2007) Main & Pacific Coast Hwy.

When I'm Sixty-Four

2010-06-22T08:00:00.000-07:00

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Newport Beach, California (September 2007) Channel entrance near "The Wedge."

How Do We Know

2010-06-21T08:00:00.000-07:00

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San Diego, California (September 2007) San Diego Zoo, White-Collared Kingfisher. I love this quote as there are more colors that we can see, so maybe we live in the "Emerald City."

Happy Father's Day

2010-06-20T08:00:00.000-07:00

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Fullerton, California (May 2010) Fullerton Airport Days - A father helping his son fly a remote control airplane.

Overcoming Challenges

2010-06-19T08:00:00.000-07:00

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Huntington Beach, California (April 2010) Bolsa Chica Wetlands - Great Blue Heron invading the space of a smaller Snowy Egret.

Eat What Bugs You

2010-06-18T08:00:00.000-07:00

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Anaheim, California (June 2010) Anaheim Muzeo Frog Exhibit

A Child's Eyes

2010-06-17T08:00:00.000-07:00

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Palm Springs, California (June 2006) A little wedding participant

Resisting Temptation

2010-06-16T08:00:00.000-07:00

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Corona, California (August 2009) Star Ranch Saloon

Home Supremely Blest

2010-06-15T08:00:00.000-07:00

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Monterey, California (July 2005) Cypress groves at the water's edge.

Live In The Present

2010-06-14T08:00:00.000-07:00

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Grand Canyon, Arizona (August 2004) - A couple enjoying an awesome sunset at the Grand Canyon.

Everyday Life

2010-06-13T08:00:00.000-07:00

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Pismo Beach, California (July 2005) Pier Boardwalk - This gentleman appeared to be down and out, but when he saw me with a camera he lit up and enjoyed entertaining our group.

Today Was Good

2010-06-12T08:00:00.000-07:00

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Garden Grove, California (June 2010) Boys & Girls Club of Garden Grove - Preschool graduation.

Enjoy Life

2010-06-11T08:00:00.000-07:00

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Garden Grove, California (May 2007) Garden Grove Strawberry Festival. I know this is my blog, but my wife takes incredible photos too. I just love this photo and it was screaming "post me." All credit to Kelly!

The Creative Process

2010-06-10T08:00:00.000-07:00

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Santa Ana, California (April 2010) Orange County Head Start Family Day

See Great Things

2010-06-09T08:00:00.000-07:00

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Mono County, California (September 2005) McGee Mountain - climbs to 10,843 feet above sea level.

Never In A Hurry

2010-06-08T08:00:00.000-07:00

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Pismo Beach, California (July 2005) Oceano Dunes

Heavenly Commission

2010-06-07T08:00:00.000-07:00

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Lompoc, California (July 2005) Mission La Purisima - Founded in 1787, the La Purisima Mission land holdings once covered nearly 470 square miles. Bordered by the Santa Maria River in the North and the Gaviota coastline in the South, the land was home to the Chumash people and Spanish settlers. The mission was best known for its hides and blankets, and its inhabitants herded as many as 24,000 cattle and sheep.

The Story Of The Earth

2010-06-06T08:00:00.000-07:00

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Big Sur, California (July 2005) View of the coastline from the south side of the Bixby Bridge.

Move Forward

2010-06-05T08:00:00.000-07:00

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Dedicated to the legendary "Coach Wooden" who today moved on to the bigger league. I was very fortunate to meet John Wooden during a presentation of his motivational philosophy, "Pyramid of Success." John was a class act who never compromised his beliefs or morals, and he was a genuinely passionate and compassionate man. Goodbye Coach, "Avoid the peaks and the valleys."

Solid Foundation

2010-06-04T08:00:00.000-07:00

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Lee Vining, California (October 2005) Bodie State Park

A Wise Man In A Storm

2010-06-03T08:00:00.000-07:00

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Sedona, Arizona (April 2006) View from Sedona Airport (SEZ) - Established in 1955, Sedona Airport is located on top of a mountain five hundred feet above Sedona.

The Winds Welcome You

2010-06-02T08:00:00.000-07:00

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Albuquerque, New Mexico (October 2006) Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta

God Gives Every Bird Its Food

2010-06-01T08:00:00.000-07:00

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Yorba Linda, California (May 2007) Canyon RV Park - Western Scrub-Jay

In The Saddle

2010-05-31T08:00:00.000-07:00

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Yorba Linda, California (May 2006) Horse Show

Sacrifice

2010-05-30T08:30:00.000-07:00

MEMORIAL DAY REMEMBRANCE

To all the men and women who bravely gave it all for my freedoms.

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Ramona, California (May 2008) Ramona Airshow - The "Avenger" Navy torpedo plane.

Be Unafraid

2010-05-29T08:00:00.000-07:00

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Camp Verde, Arizona (November 2007) Out Of Africa Wildlife Preserve

What Have You Been Up To

2010-05-28T08:00:00.000-07:00

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Camp Verde, Arizona (November 2007) Out Of Africa Wildlife Preserve

Find God In Nature

2010-05-27T08:00:00.000-07:00

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Overton, Nevada (April 2006) Valley of Fire State Park - Valley of Fire State Park is located only six miles from Lake Mead and 55 miles northeast of Las Vegas via Interstate 15 and on exit 75. Valley of Fire is Nevada's oldest and largest state park, dedicated 1935. The valley derives its name from the red sandstone formations and the stark beauty of the Mojave Desert. Ancient trees and early man are represented throughout the park by areas of petrified wood and 3,000 year-old Indian petroglyph.

Courage And Fear

2010-05-26T08:00:00.000-07:00

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El Salvador (March 2008) While visiting in the area of San Salvador I observed this wall, complete with a homemade deterrent for trespassers. Proof that it doesn't take wealth to solve every problem. This property owner needed only some broken bottles and a little concrete to make his property secure.

Be An Individual

2010-05-25T08:00:00.000-07:00

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Chino, California (March 2009) Chino Hills State Park

A Home Is Built With Love

2010-05-24T08:00:00.000-07:00

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Joshua Tree, California (October 2006) Keys Ranch

Protection Of The Laws

2010-05-23T08:00:00.000-07:00

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Fullerton, California (May 2010) Fullerton Airport Days - Anaheim Police airship "26-Angel" flying over the field. The observer in the front seat is taking photos - lucky guy!

Prepare And Prevent

2010-05-22T08:00:00.000-07:00

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Garden Grove, California (May 2008) Fire Services Day - Engine 6 firefighter standing in wait to demonstrate attack on a car fire.

Eat Right

2010-05-21T08:00:00.000-07:00

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Fullerton, California (May 2010) Laguna Lake - Pied-Billed Grebe watching her downy young swallow a crawdad mom just pulled from the lake bottom.

Judicious Praise

2010-05-20T08:00:00.000-07:00

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Westminster, California (May 2010) Isabelle learning to roller-skate.

All Things Grow

2010-05-19T08:00:00.000-07:00

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Westminster, California (May 2010) Neighborhood floral

A Mother's Work Is Never Done

2010-05-18T08:00:00.000-07:00

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Fullerton, California (May 2010) Laguna Lake - American Coot with her new baby. Coots are not ducks. They are related to rails and have lobed toes, not webbed feet, which allow for aquatic and land mobility.

The Amen!

2010-05-17T08:00:00.000-07:00

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Westminster, California (May 2010) Floral around our home.

Not The Cry

2010-05-16T08:00:00.000-07:00

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Fullerton, California (May 2010) Laguna Lake - I have a boat load of bird photos from a few days at the lake, so please bare with me as I make my way through them.

Home Is Where The Heart Is

2010-05-15T08:00:00.001-07:00

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Fullerton, California (July 2009) Fullerton Arboretum - Heritage House, the house was built by one of Fullerton’s pioneer doctors, Dr. George Crook Clark, in 1894. He built the charming Eastlake-style cottage to house both his bride, Edith, and his office. He and his family occupied the home for about ten years.

Be Precise

2010-05-14T08:00:00.000-07:00

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Huntington Beach, California (October 2007) Motor Officer Rodeo - A motorcycle officer from Garden Grove navigating through the obstacle course.

Work To Make Things Better

2010-05-13T08:00:00.000-07:00

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Ramona, California (May 2008) Ramona Air Attack Base - Cal Fire engine

Wing To Wing

2010-05-12T08:00:00.000-07:00

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Fullerton, California (May 2010) Laguna Lake - A pair of male Pekin ducks enjoying the sunshine.

Time & Sand

2010-05-11T08:00:00.001-07:00

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Huntington Beach, California (April 2010) Bolsa Chica Wetlands - Erosion from recent rain.

Passion To Get Ahead

2010-05-09T14:51:00.000-07:00

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Oregon Coast (September 2009) Somewhere on the beach in Central Oregon.

Mother And Child

2010-05-09T08:00:00.000-07:00

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Fullerton, California (May 2010) Laguna Lake - Happy Mother's Day!!!

A Peaceful Heart

2010-05-08T08:00:00.000-07:00

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Fullerton, California (May 2010) Laguna Lake

Don't Try To Be Right

2010-05-07T08:00:00.000-07:00

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Fullerton, California (April 2010) Fullerton Arboretum

Natural Beauty

2010-05-06T08:00:00.000-07:00

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Westminster, California (May 2010) I took a break from the studio images to shoot this beautiful orchid showing off at the entrance to our park.

Diversity

2010-05-05T08:00:00.000-07:00

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Westminster, California (May 2010) More studio fun...someone please stop me! Isabelle screamed at me for taking her crayons. Is nothing sacred.

Enjoy Cinco de Mayo!

He Loves Me

2010-05-04T08:00:00.000-07:00

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Westminster, California (May 2010) Studio Shot

Be A Smart Cookie

2010-05-03T08:00:00.000-07:00

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Westminster, California (May 2010) A macro shot in the studio.

The Measure Of Who We Are

2010-05-02T08:00:00.000-07:00

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Westminster, California (May 2010) My attempt at learning to shoot multiple images and combine them as layers to get a great depth of field. The subject (tape measure) is not very exciting, but learning the technique is.

Even Small Stars Shine

2010-05-01T08:00:00.000-07:00

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Fullerton, California (April 2010) Fullerton Arboretum - Colorin De Rojo, found in Central Mexico.