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I’m such a sell out.  I did it,  I caved.

I needed another networking site like I needed a hole in my head.

However – I have good reason for this, I’m just trying to figure it out.

I’m on Twitter. Follow me @  http://twitter.com/dianajung17

I can share with you what I eat for breakfast, lunch, dinner and everything in between.  It will be fascinating.

 

My Wish List.

I’ve already asked…and I will most likely receive *smile*

Can you tell what my passion will be in 2010? EEEeeEEEEE!!

Now I will have plenty of time to stage myself with this
RC-5 Wireless Remote for EOS Rebel XSi/ T1i/ 5D Mark II, $25 at Abe’s of Maine.

A camera bag by XcessRize Designs on etsy.com, this one for $95.

Dynex Monopod 70″, $33 at Best Buy.

Yep, I need some actions, $145 at Totally Rad Actions.

Dynex 6-in 1 USB 2.0 memory Card Reader, $22 at Best Buy.

Oh, and as I was looking for more camera things, guess what else I found, how PERFECT is this?  Look at the name!

You can buy the Diana camera at Urban Outfitters here.  Oh, and the shirt is $16 at HappyFamily’s etsy shop here.

Yes, and him.

 

Alyssa Ocean birth photos

I had a wonderful, eventful, praiseworthy weekend, did you?  Alyssa Ocean arrived on Saturday afternoon and it was an experience.  To be with JS and CC as they welcomed their little one, and to capture every big moment.  I can’t share all, but I am sharing most with you, so that you can rejoice with me over the birth of this little one.

She is healthy and well, and a tiny, cute little thing that I just can’t stop staring at when I hold her.  JS had an emergency C-section, I’m not sure how “emergency” it was, but it seemed as if it were urgent since we rushed to the room after a few pushes that weren’t working. I sat there in complete awe staring at what the doctors were doing and wasn’t nauseous one bit.  Then suddenly, out came Alyssa with a sweet cry and all was well as the world welcomed her.

Hope you enjoy these photos as much as I enjoyed witnessing the miracle of birth.  How marvelous is our God.

There’s so much emotion in this photo, I just love it.

Miss Alyssa wrapped up and being brought to mommy.

But first here’s daddy looking at her through the window.

And he’s capturing the photos (which I am probably in the background taking this photo back at him)

Me holding Alyssa to show JS what a lovely baby God gave her.
The doctor took this, how awesome eh?

The nurse handing her off to the new daddy.

You can sense the excitement new dad had, as he’s pushing her out to show everyone.

This is C’s family who was so proud. I love how his mom is looking at him and he is beaming with happiness over his little girl.

RMc and I stopped by the next day to check on the new family.
JS and I met seven years ago- she was first runner-up in a pageant and I was second.  I was her Maid of Honor two years ago when she married CC.  I was honored yet again to be in the delivery room by her side for the birth of Alyssa.

Alyssa, just one day old.

Sweet dreams baby.

 

She’s here.

At 3:17 p.m. this beautiful little thing arrived and it took every thing in my body when I held her not to run out the hospital doors and take her home with me.  Lucky for me I am Auntie to her so I can see her anytime I want. *wink*

Tired.  Will post more pics later (probably Monday, who am I kidding?).  I started tearing up just looking through the photos I took.

For now, here is a photo of me (left) holding Alyssa Ocean, showing JS.  Welcome to the world sweet baby. We’ve been waiting for you.

 

Client Highlight: Angel Mamas

Today I wanted to highlight one of our clients, Angel Mamas an organization of mom’s who donate their time, resources and services to other organizations within the Phoenix Valley.  We are so proud of each and every one of you.

Their mission, as posted on their website: The mission of angel mamas is to make a community impact through charitable donations, and to benefit selected charities with financial and volunteer contributions. Our organization empowers mothers to translate the nurturing of motherhood to the community by helping those in need.

Silver Spoon Studio designed their logo and we were so happy to have done this for such an amazing organization full of incredibly beautiful-souled women.  Angel Mamas card member holders receive a 15% discount off Silver Spoon Studio services.

If you own a business in the Phoenix valley, we recommend providing a discount to this wonderful organization.   It’s a great way to spur on the Angel Mamas that do so much good for those around them.  Contact Patrice Metzler, the Sponsor Liasion, fundraising@angelmamas.org.

Check out their site, no, we didn’t build it, but it is absolutely darling.  www.angelmamas.org.

 

Love this song.

Did you watch the VS Fashion Show?  The song ‘The Man Who Can’t Be Moved” by The Script was one of the runway songs and I liked it so much I had to rush to my iTunes and buy it.

I browsed through a few more songs by The Script (a cutie Irish band) and found this song that I adore (minus the sad part that he prayed to a God he doesn’t believe in, that breaks my heart) but I wanted to share this – please ignore the cheesy karaoke style video.  I know this song is supposed to be sad, but for some reason it puts a smile on my face.

The Script, “Breakeven”

 

My very own denim bar & Ilori (& my alter ego name)

I heart denim. Don’t you?  I don’t want to tell you how many pairs I have.  Let’s save that for another post, shall we? *wink* We don’t need to talk about my problems.

So. Are you ready?

I HAVE A DENIM BAR IN MY HOME! What is that you ask?  Um, scroll back up to the photo above.  Y’all know.  You go into those cheeky boutiquey stores and see those gorgeous William Rast, Frankie B., and Rock N Republic jeans on those shelves – I have it!

I am inspired by the denim bars in boutiques and due to my overwhelming collection of jeans especially since it’s skinny jean time for my favorite boots, it’s time to make room – and the closet is already packed.  And last time I checked, there was one chica living in the house and that’s ME.

Want to see more to get inspired?  Visit Electric Couture’s online photo galleries, it’s eye candy for the denim lovers.

MBx2 helped me load and put together this Expedit Bookcase by IKEA, $159 in black:

And the next day JM came over and helped me accessorize after some delish Thai food (thanks JM, I love you sooooo).

I still have my eyes on this darling lingerie chest from Z Gallerie that will match my mirrored nightstands:

The cost went up $100 since last year when I blogged about it.   This is when the impulse buying would’ve been nice if it came out and I had just purchased it.  *giggle*

Oh yes, and as for the news.  Baby Alyssa Ocean will be making her debut this week and I have been asked by mommy JS to be there by her side during this wonderfully beautiful time.  It’s truly an honor for me and I have my baby hospital bag packed ready for my call!!  I should leave it in the car actually incase it happens while I’m at work…so BIG news on the way!!!

Also, I have been meaning to give a huge shout out to my friend Dustin at Ilori at Scottsdale Fashion Square who somehow landed on my blog and read about my Ilori/Tom Ford sunglass buying experience I blogged about here, and wrote me the funniest message.  I seriously laughed out loud in my car when I got the card!  Thanks Dustin.  Now the pressure is on to name my alter-ego.  Um, I would like to be called “Bella” for obvious reasons, however that is not how I feel when I wear my Tom Fords because Bella wears flannel.  I would say that I feel  more like a… Lexy.  Yep, I turn into Lexy when I rock my Tom Ford’s.  Boo ya.  Lexy and I will stop by sometime to visit D, thanks a ton for the laugh.

 

Family Christmas Photos

Don’t I have the most beautiful friends?  Not only are they beautiful on the outside, but absolutely beautiful on the inside, their hearts are a direct reflection of the Lord within.  I couldn’t say any more about these two families and how much I adore them and their friendship – and their little ones who I want to just kiss and kidnap!

This was the first time I shot families and I was super nervous, I’m not going to lie. I wasn’t sure how I could handle children since I realize, unlike me (at times), they need naps and have a schedule we have to work around so we get them on their best behavior.   Children also don’t find looking at a black lens to be very interesting.

I learned a few things while shooting families with kids:

• Be super patient
• When the babies are being fussy, let the parents do what they need to do – toss them in the air, swing, or cuddle them and be sure to snap these precious moments!
• Have the kids bring their favorite toy or book – it makes for cute photos and something for them to look at
• Count to three and have the parents tickle, this tends to be more fun and you get a very fun-filled shot (as seen above)

I am hoping to gradually expand my photography hobby in 2010 – as in, second shooter and a few photos here and there.  There are so many things I hope to accomplish in the new year but of course, one thing at a time…I just love doing so many things.  MB’s hubby, also known as MB, called me the “Jack of all trades” over the weekend as all of the families went to lunch.  Yep.  I guess that is me, Diana of all Trades. *wink*

 

Family Photos

Of some of my best – I was so thrilled to capture some beautiful moments of some of my favorite families over the weekend.

Here’s a sneak peak.

Stay tuned later this week for more.  I had a wonderful weekend and I can’t wait to share news.

 

NAPA 2010 Classic Calendar

It’s finally out.  I’m in over a quarter million calendars across the country, people.  Alright, so it’s not as many as Britney Spears, but that’s OK.

Stop by any NAPA Auto Parts and ask for their 2010 Classic Cars calendar.  They have 100 in each store – and they’re FREE.

Though I’m wrapping one to give to my dad as a Christmas gift this year.  Is that cheating?  He’ll love it.

He asked what kind of car I was posing with and all I could say was it was old, and it was red.  *shrug*  Don’t judge.  My job was to stand next to the car, not be an expert about it.  I have the month of December, ps.

We shot this in Circle G Ranch, a very beautiful area.  My agents came by that morning to say hello which was so nice.   This year I wasn’t able to participate, so we referred our client Brenna Sakas who will be in next year’s.

Speaking of, the commercial for Blue Diamond Almonds is still running, as I’ve gotten several emails from friends when it comes on, so cute.  Brenna’s is the hiker, and I’m the architect business woman commercial (too bad we didn’t get paired up).  Next job! The commercial is up for its third year of renewal in February, so cross your fingers it happens for us again.  Getting paid for old jobs without having to fuss with any acting is the greatest.  Side note: I’m the one holding the camera when I take a photo, and let me tell you, that was NOT easy.  When I watch the iTouch commercials and people are touching keys (that is really blue tape over the screen) I praise them.  It’s a lot harder than you think.

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