We did it!!!

So today was the day that we all had been training for. The day started at 4:30 am. I received the cutest text from Janey saying good luck and I know you're going to do great. Right away I jumped out of bed and started gathering all my gear and headed down to East Beach grill, which is where the Santa Barbara Long course took place. It was a 1 mile swim, 36 mile bike ride, and a 10 mile run. I loved every minute of it except for the last two miles. Everyone kept saying "you're almost there". I gave them the side ways glance like YOU BETTER NOT BE LYING. LOL.. The whole day was amazing, and to top it off, so many friends came to watch and cheer us on. For everone that came, Luna, Lisa, Summer, DJ, Anna, Shaun, Meg and Mark, I thank you sooo much for being so supportive and without you guys it wouldn't have been the same. Oh, and it was so funny because right when I saw Mark he was on the phone with Janey. So as I was running I chatted with her for about 30 seconds. It was hilarous. One person yelled "that's the way to do it". LOL So I finished in 4 hours and 10 minutes. My goal was 4 hours and 45 minutes so I was beyond stoked:)

Vanessa, Paige, Deyl ad Brian. I can't even begin to tell you just how much fun I had training with you all. I can't wait for the many more adventures that we do together. I love you all!

Here are a few pics that DJ took today. Thanks DJ for being our photographer for the whole day, we totally owe you:)

Catching up!

So this week i'm definitely playing catch up on editing weddings and engagement sessions. So here is one of my recent engagement sessions that I photographed in beautiful Santa Barbara. I've been home for the last couple of weeks and I would have to say that I've enjoyed every minute of it. Joe and Laura are super cute and I actually grew up with with Laura, so it's awesome to see just how happy she is and and how wonderful Joe treats her. They are so cute together and I can't wait for their wedding!!!!!!!!!



Click here to see their engagement slideshow

WOW - I'm scared!!!

Most of you know that one of my biggest fears is seeing a shark when I'm swimming or possibly being eaten by a shark. So today I was doing some research on how to avoid sharks and what to do if you see one. Don't swim in the morning or evening, avoid murkey water, and don't let off stress signals were several of the things that were mentioned. I have done all of those but now I swim in the afternoon and I would have to say that the last couple of times I've been pretty calm. Now, if you see one you're supposed to stay calm and look the shark in the eyes. YA RIGHT!!!!!! Oh man I would be a gonner that's forsure. I also came across this picture..... AHHHHHHHHH!!!!!!

Ok off I go to swim in the ocean:(

Janey says I have nothing to worry about and that I have a greater chance dying while bowling...... That makes me feel alot better!!!!!