The Story Of Us

It’s time again to bring to you more of my tales from the road. Yes, we took another road trip, just M, myself and a now 14 month old D. This time we headed up to the Great White North. This became D’s second international trip and he had the fortune of meet some of the most warm and friendly people I have ever met, the Canadians. J We started our trip with the capital, Ottawa. But before I get to it I must first mention the amazingly delish lunch we had on our way to Canada. It was a few minutes detour off the highway and into a German restaurant by the name of Hallo Berlin in Conklin, New York. Now this was our first time eating German food and the fact that we do not eat pork or drink alcohol made the menu all the more daunting. I don’t know why we chose German of all cuisines but I’m glad we did because my alpenwurst and M’s schnitzel was terrific. So if you ever find yourself in the area I would make it a point to stop by for a bite. Now back to Ottawa.

A month or so ago we took a little road trip through Upstate New York. We visited Poughkeepsie, Cooperstown and Skaneateles and here are some of the photographs I took on the trip.   Colorless Country Day Gone Rippled Road Merry Go Round Southern Sitting Hope you all have a great weekend.. for those, like us in Hurricane Irene's path, stay safe.                     Etsy             Instagram             Twitter             Bloglovin   

In celebration of World Photography Day I thought I'd take you around the world with me and share some of the places I have been a Rome Lisbon Iran New York New England Paris   Pakistan Barcelona and I'll leave you with a quote "A lot of photographers think that if they buy a better camera they'll be able to take better photographs. A better camera won't do a thing for you if you don't have anything in your head or in your heart" - Arnold Newman

Some more favorites from my circles   Montagyoo Rutabagasix Lissa Bee Creations   Steves Photo   Lilith   LeBelle Cose Luna Purpurie Ec Design What are some of your favorites? Feel free to share in the comments below.. always looking for new things to heart.

I know D's birthday was a few weeks ago but we were having some scheduling conflicts and couldn't celebrate it till now.  My parents, my brother and my sister in law and her husband as well as my cousin were all flying in for the occasion. So our little family of three became a family of nine. The Theme: A choo choo train, we sent out adorable train invites via evite which I used for the first time and love. The Location: Shanawaz Palace Banquet Hall. We had a guest list of 50 adults and over 20 kids.. so our apartment just wasn't going to cut it. The first birthday is just such a big deal. My husband, sister in law, brother in law and brother took care of the balloons.. which were the extent of our decor. We bought two balloon kits from the grocery store which included a helium tank, thirty balloons and ribbon. The cake: A sculpted choo choo train made by  Kakes by Krisota Party Favors:  Train Party  Everything was train themed except for the cand

Last years.. just a mere 17 minutes ago I had just finished huffing and puffing and there he was my slimy little baby boy. He stayed in the hospital a week longer than he was supposed to.. he liked having all the nurses at his beck and call.. picky he, even switched hospitals. He wanted more special care.. Since that day he has kept us on our toes and we have kinda almost enjoyed every moment of it. So happy birthday baby boy.. I.. we can not imagine life without you.. well we can when we want to sleep in on the weekends and you don't.. : )  But you know what I mean. Here's to many many more..

It's Father's Day.. tomorrow June 19th is Father's Day, the third Sunday of June, the same time it is every year yet I let my husband sleep in last Saturday on June 11th. When he woke up we all went out to breakfast at Toast in Montclair to beat the Father's Day rush on Sunday. I thought I was being so clever. On Sunday D and I woke him up with a little present. I called my dad who lives continents away to wish him a Happy Father's Day while he sat wondering why my brother didn't say anything to him even though they live in the same house. We convinced my brother that he was a bad son for forgetting; only for me to realize half way through the day that it in fact was not Father's Day on that Sunday. That my brother was right and I was wrong.. something I don't like to admit. The day ended in giggles and laughter.. not a bad way to spend the weekend. So now what to do when the actual Father's Day rolls around? You do what matters the most, more t