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December 21, 2010

days

I had the privilege of shooting the Days family for the second time!  Stephanie's contagious smile, Rj's good attitude, the boys' charm and Levi's cooperation made for a wonderful winter shoot!  OK, I lied about the dog!  Ha ha!  Days,  you are a beautiful family!  Have a Merry Christmas and thank you for choosing Photography by: Jacqueline Plaza!










December 17, 2010

December 9, 2010

jacob ryan: 2months







It was so precious to see mommy and daddy so in LOVE with Jacob.  Thank you for choosing Photography by: Jacqueline Plaza

December 4, 2010

Date Night


Our date night usually start like this....a little hole in the wall Chinese food place in Turlock (the best teriyaki sauce ever!) and then Borders!  I know, super boring but we love it!!!


Last night we skipped Borders and bought our Christmas tree, made the best hot chocolate ever,  put Christmas music on and decorated our little house!  It was so much fun!


Before and After


One of my favorite pass times is to decorate so when Christmas comes around I totally take advantage and decorate the whole house...even the bathroom!  ha ha!  

happiness... in a little red cup


Its the little things in life that get me excited and this little red cup is one of them.  I couldn't wait until Starbucks released their Christmas cup for the season and when I saw a friend holding one I sped up to the coffee shop and ordered my drink through the drive thru window.  When the lady handed me my drink in white cup it was like someone telling me that Jesus wasn't real, (which he totally is!  I'm living proof and so are you)  I was soooooo sad!!!  I really didn't even want the drink.  I just wanted to hold a cute red cup! So the next time I went I asked if I could get my drink in a RED cup and they paused for a moment and said ahhh I guess!  What is this????  Why can't I get that little red cup I see everyone else holding but me!  I asked why it was a problem when I went up to the window and they said they were trying to get rid of all their white cups.  Ok, so I thought this is a drive thru thing.  So Black Friday rolls around and what is a more perfect way to start the crazy morning off than with a little Starbucks?  I told my sister Monica that we needed to go inside to ensure that we would get the RED cup.  After we ordered our drinks and got into the car I notice that they gave me a white cup!!!  Why can't I get a stinking red cup? 
So a few days ago I came home from being in SF all day and Matt, the sweetest person ever, had a wonderful surprise waiting for me!!! Yup, 12 little red cups of happiness:)  He is the best!  Before this on the night of Black Friday, when my brother Aaron heard of this maddness he asked for an extra RED cup for me:) Aaron---Thanks buddy!  You and your bro are so thoughtful!  I love you guys!

November 17, 2010

Sunset


This weekend Matt and I had the pleasure to spend time with good friends, Tim and Laura Knapp!  They showed us around their favorite spots when visiting Santa Cruz.  Among these were the antique and farmer's market  and  The Natural Bridges State Beach.  We were able to see the Monarch Butterflies that visit from October through February.  I was not able to get a great photo of them with my small camera but it is a beautiful site to see.  After exiting the park we watched the sunset.  It was a wonderful day of fun, nice weather and beautiful sites!  Thanks Knapps!







November 10, 2010

ZAHRA BABY



Meet Marie and Zahra, who is still cooking in mama's belly.   Marie is a family friend, who we love so much!   I was so excited when she asked if I could take belly shots of her while on her trip home from Chicago.  Marie, safe travels home.  We are praying for you and your new family.  Can't wait to meet Zahra next year!  Love you.

October 30, 2010

Making the most of it

Here are some photos of Matt and I on our anniversary trip.   For the first time, we drove on CA-1 from Monterey to Cambria and it was beautiful!  We have an amazing coastline!  While in Cambria, we visited The Hearst Castle.  It was pretty awesome and I can't wait to go back for another tour.  Despite me being ill, we made the most of it and had a great time!  Check out the whole album on Facebook!








October 14, 2010

Happy four year anniversary babe!



Matthew,  you are my favorite person in this world!  I'm blessed to be your wife!  xoxo


We had so much fun!

October 13, 2010

Oh happy night!


I was so excited when I got the mail today to see a few of my favorite magazines come.  All I need is a warm cup of Abuelita, my magazines and its a happy night!

September 30, 2010

The Kiddy Kats!

I cannot believe that they are all grown up!  It felt like yesterday that my sister had her first baby...Kayla and now she is a freshman in high school!  They are all so precious to me!




My little niece Natalia



September 28, 2010

The Bucket Shoot: Karis Hart





My best friend Meredith was visiting from L.A. with her daughter Karis Hart and we decided to do a 7month photo shoot.  I am always hesitant to do baby/toddler shoots because its sometimes hard to get them to do what you want them to.  Not this little girl..... she is all smiles!  Cannot wait to see them again!

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