Feeling Free

May 19, 2017
by Gina
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Bits & Pieces

My 9-month project at work has officially come and gone and I feel free! I’m not going to lie it was one of most stressful 9 months of my life but I’m happy to say, I kinda kicked ass. Don’t get me wrong there is lots of learning and things I’d like to improve but for the most part,  it went well and goals were attained.

Now, back to life. I have a personal life again and I can’t wait to get back into the groove. I have a list of things I want to accomplish this spring and summer and will share more in another post.

For now, I am looking forward to working 5-day work week, visiting the local farmers markets and reading.  More to come!!

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Missing Life

April 23, 2017
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iphone / Three Things

My work life is creeping into my personal life right now. Things are crazy but it will all be done in two weeks then I get back into my regular groove. I’ve missed exploring the last few weeks but that doesn’t mean I haven’t snapped a picture during my daily routines.

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Here’s to getting things done and finding joy in the everyday messy stuff.

Around

April 1, 2017
by Gina
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369 Project / Goals / Photography

Since my birthday a few weeks ago, I’ve been working on a 365-photo-a-day project. I’ve started these before and never finished. This year I’m determined to get the job done. It’sa goal I want to accomplish.

Here’s a few shots that I like so far.

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Here’s to personal challenges and accomplishing them!

San Diego

March 25, 2017
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Adventures / Favorite Things / road trips

Last month me and my sister went to San Diego for a short trip. Sisters Weekend!

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We took the Amtrak. Hooray for not having to drive and no traffic. Here’s a view as the lovely ocean came into sight.

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We spent a lot of time in Balboa Park.

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There’s so much to do there. So many little corners to explore. It must be fun during the Summer time.

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The blossoms were on-point.

North Park

Saturday night in North Park is a must.

Pink Neon

PINK NEON!!!

Communal I

Have you been to Communal Coffee? I suggest you go. It’s got the best of both world. Coffee and flowers. What more could a girl ask for?

Communal II

One of each, please. One of each.

TouristDorky tourist. Oh wait, that’s us. It was fun and I hope we can have more Sisters weekends. San Diego is a blast. So much to do, so little time.

Greetings from San Diego!

 

 

 

Happy Cake

March 20, 2017
by Gina
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Canon EOS M3 / Personal Stories

It was my birthday on Friday. On Saturday, I had a small dinner party with close family and friends. It was nice, intimate and happy.

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There was lots and lots of food. There was cake and flowers. There was also conversations, super-duper great gifts, lots of laughs and lots of fawning over my dog Ladybug. She’s always a hit at our parties.

I’m glad I’m here to celebrate another year of life. When I was young, I thought 43 was old. It was my parents age. I had a totally different life planned for myself back then,compared to the way I am really living, but that’s okay. Life happens and I’m glad I’m here for another year of life.

In the Kitchen

March 13, 2017
by Gina
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Bits & Pieces / Canon EOS M3 / Home

I love our little kitchen. The light in there in the morning is dreamy. Here’s some things I’ve been capturing in there.

twinings

I love the packaging on Twinings Tea. The color is soft and the paper is slick.

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curtains

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I liked this color combo.

It’s the simple everyday things I get excited about photographing and learning more and more how to photograph them.

Sundays Forever

March 12, 2017
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Bits & Pieces / Neighborhoods / Sundays Forever

Wow, life has been harsh the last few weeks. I’m generally not one to complain but my work life is crazy busy right now and with so much on my plate, I feel like I’m not giving my all to each project I’m working on. Not sure how I’m going to make it to the end of my super big – super important project that ends in May but hoping I get it done. Whew! Had to get that off my chest because on Friday night I started feeling tinges of a panic attack and that made me take a few steps back. Panic attacks are not fun, no, not at all. I must figure out how to get  my frustrations out before I bottle them up and the explode.

In my anxious mood, I had some trouble sleeping so at 6:00 am I woke up. I stared at the ceiling, listened to my ipod and tried to sleep. Didn’t happen so I took Lady out on her morning walk. There was fog. Lots of fog, can’t see 3 feet in front of you fog and SILENCE. Just what  was needed.

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There were also some poppies that caught my eye.

Savour your Sunday!

This Tree

February 21, 2017
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Bits & Pieces / Canon EOS M3 / Home

Every February this tree on the side of the house comes to life. The pink petals begin to glow among the dark branches and damp ground. The tree is visible right outside my window and on sunny days it brings a sunny disposition to my morning wake up routine.

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I just love the way it contrasts against the cement. It’s like a floor of pink goodness.

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The petals fall everywhere. It’s such a nice, almost secret reminder that Spring is on the way. I love this tree and hope I get to spend many more years admiring it’s beauty.

One Week Ago

January 28, 2017
by Gina
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Current / Personal Stories

I marched with thousands of other people in Downtown Los Angeles. I had a lot of feelings. I was emotional. I was overwhelmed, happy, sad, empowered, claustrophobic, anxious, mad, encouraged, in-sync, ready and so many more.

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I don’t think I’ve seen this many people, in my life, in one concentrated area. It was kind of breathtaking.

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I marched with work colleagues, family, friends, other women, other men and children. Then I turn on the news this week and everything seems so dismal and sad. I feel like things are going to get ugly before they get better. However, I think people are going to rise, stand up for those who can’t and resist. At least I hope so.

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