Tonto Rim

It has been a very long time I know... Life just seems too busy for me to keep up.  So this is me catching up!

We were able to make a quick decision to go visit my parents and Lori in one. Lori has been working at a camp in Payson, Arizona called Tonto Rim. It was really fun to be able to just get away for a couple of days and see her world. Once we got up to her camp we realized we did not have very good cell service so it really was very nice to just take a break from technology also.

We also got to bunk in the same room as my parents. Every time we get the opportunity to see them I try and take advantage of it (since our moments together don't happen as often as the normal American family).

Lori drove us around on her golf cart as she was checking up on her recreation staff. We also got to hang out with the camp directors daughter Nora for most of the day. 

This sign was full of all the different activities to do at the camp. Lori is the Recreation Director and so she is in charge of all the fun and games. What a fun job huh?

Showing off our guest bracelets.

Family picture :-)

David & Wendi are {ENGAGED}!

David and Wendi's love for each other is very evident. I remember in the summer of 2008 we all were chosen to be Admissions Representative (ARs) for our college. Wendi would come to my room many times and sit and talk with me about her AR partner who just happened to be David. She talked about their connection and how well they worked together. She shared that she respected him so much and trusted his leadership. After that summer Wendi was very patient and waited for David to pursue her. A little over a year later began dating. Michael and I continued to watch their connection, respect, trust and love grow for each other over those two year of dating.

David approached Michael about a month ago and asked him if he would be interested in filming and taking pictures of when he proposed to Wendi. He was more than thrilled and felt so privileged that he would be asked to document such a special moment in their relationship.

Michael was a little unsure of when David was going to propose once he got to the park and do the video footage is not the best but he definitely made up for it with the amazing photo shoot he had with them after!

I knew my husband was a very talented film maker but I have to say he surprised me with his amazing talent of photography. This was his first engagement shoot and if I don't say so myself I think the has amazing potential!

 David proposed at the OC Great Park in Irvine. It was such a great location which included a hot air balloon ride and all!

David custom made Wendi ring to perfectly fit her. When she first showed she the ring she said "I am the only person in the world that will have this ring!"

 They obviously had to go up in the hot air balloon. I think it was good Wendi had new fiance to comfort her from her fear of heights.

 They also had a fun carousal ride. Such a great place for pictures!

 Can you tell how happy they both are?

 Wendi doing her happy dance... Love it!

 Gotta get the high school musical jumping one in there.

 Wendi showing the world she is ENGAGED!

We love you both so much and feel so privileged that you let us capture your special day! Can't wait for May 19, 2012!!

Camping Beach Trip

Last weekend our friends asked us to go beach camping to celebrate Davids birthday. I had never been camping on the beach but have always wanted too! So we more than happily accepted the offer. Plus we had gotten a 6 person tent from my Uncle Dean and Aunt Judy as a wedding gift and have not has a chance to use it just quite yet.

 Wendi did a great job at organizing everything (as of yesterday she is now ENGAGED also)!

 I supervised as everyone set up our brand new 6 person tent... It is so nice!

 Brett doing his happy dance. Love it!

 Dave and Wendi both organized the trip!

 Wendi and I were camera buddies on the whole trip.

 Photo shoot by the beach.

 I decided to try out Michael new camera.

 Sarah found a cute heart rock.

We had a great weekend one night stay to say the least! Love you all!

Angels Game

My sweet friend Tina gave Michael and I tickets to go to an Angels game last week (yes I am very behind on blogging). Michael loves the Angels and grew up going to games. His childhood friend Tyler Chatwood just started pitching for them this season.

We have our California Bucket List and an Angels game was definitely on it! Thanks Tina!

 Lee is also a great campanion for Angels games. She is a true fan!

 Michael's great photography skills!

 Half way through we found some closer seats!

 Many college memories of going to Angels games.

 Leanna's Dad was visiting so he also got to come to the game.

Last Angels game :-(