tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-50880004305365037232012-02-02T19:14:47.182-08:00The Photography Blog of Naomi Masina, an international portrait photographer based out of Salt Lake City, Utah. omiphoto.comOMIhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03183056392170652371noreply@blogger.comBlogger5061100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5088000430536503723.post-51178237337351814462011-11-18T02:17:00.001-08:002011-12-11T01:54:36.204-08:00

I sit here alone in the dark of my office.... as my whole world sleeps quietly.  My kids are dreaming heavy....while this damn cursor blinks at me.  I wonder if I'm standing on the edge of "inappropriate openness"...You know...the one that causes people in a fragile state of mind to over share the personal dramas of their lives. Maybe. I don't feel like writing much anymore.  It used to

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The Koller's are one of my favorite families in this whole round WORLD!  Jenn is the kind of mom, I wish I was, know I'm not...but one day aspire to be!  I love these kids!  P.S What can I say...I'm in love with red hair.....so sue me!  

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Me, Flava Flave, Nick on my birthday at Ruth's Chris(funny story...nick bought the white v-neck because he was feeling slim!!)me: 165lbs Flava: 98lbs (lol) Nick: 286lbsI've been wanting to do this post for some time now.  I was waiting for two reasons: 1) I wanted to lose a little more weight and 2) I wanted to do a shoot to show the transformation (these phone pictures will have to do....and

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Love this family!  In my world of beautiful brown eyes, I forget how amazing sparkly blue ones can be!  GORGEOUS! And for the record NO ONE...was harder to work with than my dear friend Seth (the dad).  Nope, not even the baby!  LOL!  Thanks for letting me be apart of your family guys!  LOVE YOU oodles and oodles

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Happy Saturday everyone.  We are on our way to Lagoon with the kids.  I've been looking at this shoot for a few days.  Trying to pull out my favorites.  We shot on the La Callie grounds in Sandy on a beautiful early fall afternoon.  I was in LOVE.  I could have spent 2 more hours there, but I guess people have to eat!  What a gorgeous couple.  Cameron and Laurel have been together for years.  You

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A whole day of dressing up and make up... is my kind of day.  We (Aubrey, Nick and I) hauled our ever growing equipment into one of the board rooms of the Karl Malone Dealership the night before the shoot.  We tested all the lights...because I still get so nervous and I've had my fair share of problems to know better.  It just so happened the main wire that triggers my strobe wasn't working.  

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Alex is one of the most beautiful faces I've ever photographed.  It's actually really hard to go through her images after the shoot.  It may seem backwards but it's almost harder for me to select favorite images when almost every frame is amazing.  I do a full selection and then give it a day or two before I redo it.  I did Alex's 5 times.  Beauty can be obvious as it is in her case, but it's

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I just got my computer back from the shop.  I lost a hard drive.  Recovered the hard drive.  Installed a new hard drive and purchased a BRAND NEW imac and fixed 10th broken iphone screen!  YEAY ME! (thank you Tom Brown from the TOP, BOTTOM and SIDES of my meaty heart!)  I've been dying to post.  So much has happened. These boys are the reason I think my daughter will have a thing for red heads.

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The amazing Cook family asked me to photograph their beautiful little addition! His name is Emmitt, and believe me... he is THAT BEAUTIFUL! On my way home from the shoot, nothing seemed more perfect than to have this kind of miracle complete a family...or in some cases keep completing it.  I have tremendous love and admiration for this family.  The faith and sacrifices that have fueled the

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We spent Saturday at the Samoan Cultural Celebration with our family.  Haven and all my fabulous nieces performed a song...(very beautifully).....and in Samoan to top it off.  I'm not a performer.  It's just not in my blood.  (Ask my mama, or my papa... their parents or their grandparents.)  Please, I can talk your ear off, and dance party in any crowd all night long. BUT say one word about

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When I say it's a privilege to work with Haylee, I'm not just trying to sound fancy.  She is as talented as she is beautiful.  She is breathtaking to watch dance and move.  I love my images to be full of life, and movement.  She's a perfect muse for me.  I am honored to call her friend.  LOVE  YOU HAYLEE!Welcome home from the GLEE WORLD TOUR!  OW OW! I just found this.  Watch her move.  It's so

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I'm about to head out to my Yoga class.  I went to my first class sometime in February.  I fell in love.  It wasn't so much about the work out itself (which I love), but about how good I felt after I finished.  Ironically I HATE stretching.  It hurts.  It's uncomfortable, and the improvements are very hard to measure, yet flexibility is so important to your muscles health.  Yoga is stretching but

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The oldest child in a family has the unfortunate experience of being subject to complete incompetent parenting.  On my way to the hospital 8 years ago, THAT realization totally freaked me out.  The second I laid eyes on her I knew I would do anything for her.  It was such a powerful feeling, I no longer worried about my incompetence........ I SHOULD have.  I've always expected a lot of her...as

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I had a great childhood. At least I think it was great. Looking back, oh yeah... I can see that there were some problems and a few hardships. We had no money. We DID however have what some would call a "broken" home.  We moved way to often. We didn't take vacations. (Which I will clarify as neither a hardship or a problem, more like a "sucks to be you" thing.)  Both my parents worked..a lot.

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Nick's company paid for us to go on a cruise to the Mexican Riviera.  Whatever right?!!  So cool!  Did I ever tell you I love my husband's company?  We've always...ALWAYS wanted to plan a cruise but it took too much ..you know "PLANNING".....and so we have just opted for something more familiar, like: California, Hawaii...Las Vegas.This time all we had to do was show up...OF COURSE my eyes were

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I'm still breathing.  VERY WELL infact.  Deep full breaths.  I'm currently in a form of peaceful rebellion, setting things right in the world of OMI, reclaiming and setting new horizons one day at a time.  I have not been on the computer for more than a minute here and there for the past few weeks.  I have no idea what is going on in the real or virtual world.  No...twitter, facebook, or blog

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Thank you for the beautiful day CARI and DAVID.All the best things in this world to you both.I'm grateful for the opportunity I had to bea part of your Special memories! xoxOMI Hair and Make up:  Angel MoleniVenue: Sleepy RidgeAssisting: Aubrey Taiese

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CENTER STAGE ROCKS!!

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So life is so amazing right now. I am so excited.SO full of HOPEI had to fire my web designer...and that was aBUMMER..but it's been a long time since I have felt thisINSPIRED!!! Haylee came to visit me a bit ago, and we rocked outan awesome shoot.I LOVE HER to deathMore to come.....have a great day everyone!!

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Everyone say hello to my BF!She's so pretty...and rides as good as she looks. YEAY for spring!If it would stop raining...We'd be on a date right now!!Ryder is turning out to live up to his nameI'm a proud momma.We'll even get Haven going.  and that's a promise!

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Porter is the best!I'm sure his mommy and daddy agree!Thank you Noyes Family!

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Can't wait for the big day you two! Isn't LOVE beautiful!Happy Friday!(watch out it's April Fools day)

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Haylee's cover shoot was amazing.  We had our fare share of problems on the set.  Her shoe broke, and the other shoes we grabbed before we left the studio were both for the left foot.  After hiking a hill in Provo Canyon the wind was so strong our eyes wouldn't stop watering, and the power box for my strobes died right after we got rolling.   I ended up flying to shoot her in California too.  I

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For a few months I've been working on this cover for New York magazine DanceSPIRIT. Part of the shoot was done here in Utah and the other in California.  I'm excited to post the printed issue I just received last week.... because it's fabulous.  It's an article about an incredible individual, that could inspire anyone.  Haylee Roderick IS the real deal.  She is a total rock star and I am proud

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 Haylee Roderick, Alison Feller and Myself DanceMedia.com :: Behind the Scenes with Haylee RoderickI love Haylee...like L.O.V.E. love HER.  We had an amazing day and I swear when we said good bye we were all totally sad. I wanted to pack her in my camera bag and take her everywhere with me.I still do!Post Tomorrow:  THE COVER!!!

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I just watched three hours of home videosBefore this little boy was born his mommy was my:NannyCamera CrewMaidNarratorBaby SitterMTV Music VJPresent WrapperEgg HiderPersonal ShopperSpyCake BakerandComedy ReliefI just saw her do all those things 3 million timesover 3 years....in 3 hours of video.I LOVE YOU FOREVER KDIf I never thank you enough for being such aGREAT auntie to my kidsI'll make it up

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I killed a cat.or rather...the cat ran into my tire.I never even saw it....It bolted from the grass right under the car...I turned the car around to make sure it wasn't the dog belonging to the couple that thinks we can't see them making out in the grass in the freezing cold in the dark It wasn't.Thank goodness! Still pretty shook up, I asked Haven if she was okay, because she was in hysterics.Me

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I figured I'd post these before my Dad has a melt down.  My little brother is going to be in Tokyo Japan for the next two years.  My sister is currently in Kobe and will return back to us the same day my brother arrives in Japan.  When he was 11 I told him he hugs like Ken Barbie.  You know...Stiff arms that grip you like a crate lift, squeeze you a little and then let go.  It perfect he's going

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LOVE looks good on ANYONE.  In fact....it's the ONLY thing that looks good on EVERYONE.  It's not like skinny jeans, and red lipstick.  It casts its generous light with out discrimination. A smile and a good case of love is a beauty solution that we all can go for.  If you want to see a truly beautiful person, just find someone in the care of one who madly. deeply. adores them.  I look forward to

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I've been stuck.  I wasn't sure if I was going to blog these images.  As I debated about sharing my experience, I got backed up.  I'm not the most organized person.  At best, with a ton of effort I can work a system.  Once I get a kink in my flow, it takes me a bit to get going again.  Wanting to share my experience with the Ruiz family and feeling inadequate to do so was enough to block my

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A great Love story...with a capitol L.Thank you for the feature!and to thewonderful editing staffofLatterDayBRIDEI LOVE YOU******* Pick up your copy here

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I hope when I'm grown up I can stand as bright and as beautiful as this little angel.Until we meet again.Rest in love.

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Today...this picture is the explanation of how I feel on the inside.and I'm sure it is the ultimate portrait of what their mom deals with on the daily! I LOVE YOU KAREN!!more to come!

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I didn't sleep.Not for days before the shoot.  I've done wonderful work with all these girls and their awesome mother Kim beforeand I LOVE them all to piecesbut this time...it was NEW YORK...it was the nationally distributed  Magazine DanceSPIRIT editorial shoot.I was worried about  the pressure. the editorsthe layoutsthe compositionmy hairmy breath and then it was magic.Their TALENT is mind

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Hello....? Anybody there?  I asked my big brother if he saw "somethingorother" on my blog and he said, "No, I stopped checking cause you never update it."  SHOOT!  ....and that's how I lost one of my two readers.  THE END. Writing is something I both resist and look forward to.  The TRUTH is I'm just NO darn good at it.  I mean..seriously WHO loses creative ammunition updating  facebook and

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I have a thing for driving.  It's like my zen time.  Nick thought I'd like to take the Pacific Coast Highway from San Fransisco to San Diego on our last family trip.  So we did and it took WAY longer than I ever imagined, and it was MORE beautiful that I had expected....but WOW.  For SURE... skip the stretch from Monteray to San Simon if you think it will get dark, or if you are prone to car

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Thank you Escoto and Fotu family for such a beautiful wedding.  It was such a pleasure getting to know you all and celebrating this great union.  All My Best xoxo Omi

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credit on this last picture goes to Natalie...had to show it LOVE. Charly Day is my HERO.I shot this amazing wedding some time ago.  I was fortunate to be asked to help photograph Glenn and Jill's wedding by the very talented Natalie Norton.  The wedding was featured and published by InStyle Wedding Magazine last December.  I'm finally getting around to posting some of my favorite pictures from

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Not gonna lie...Tanner Johnson is my hero because he sold me a KIRBY.  yep.  I love it and vacuum the heck out of my house.  Great guy.  Beautiful family!  Thanks guys!!

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Ridiculous Right?  I have been dying to post.  Catching the flu in the middle of one of the craziest weeks of my life was not the business.  I can say it was a serious struggle trying to pick my favorites.  This girls is a knock out...and yes she can also DANCE like the house is on fire. Alex my dear you are a star and it was a complete pleasure!!!!! xoxo - Omi

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 I could not have dreamed up a more beautiful fall morning.  The day's events unfolded perfectly. The wedding took place in the LDS Bountiful Temple and was followed by a beautiful ring ceremony at Eldredge Manor.  Blaire and Andy, It was a pleasure to be apart of this unforgettable day.  I have loved getting to know you and your wonderful families.   Only the very best of everything for you both

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I was asked what made me decide to read DRIVEN.Last Saturday while driving I caught aninterview with Gail Miller on the radio.She said "Let me say right from the outset that, to me Larry was notsuch an extraordinary person-at least, not in the beginning."That was it.How could he have been anything butextraordinary?You cannot live in Salt Lakeand be unaware of the influence of this man.The fact

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I love me a book store.Sometimes it's our sexy date night.(nerds right?) After an hour of reading with my youngest (in a book store)I say.."hey this is like a library."OH...remember libraries?I am sure you do.Me? Not until this morning.Picked the kids up, went straight to the library. Left with 30 books = $0.00I heart libraries. TLF 1st NEW READI am an obsessive reader.I actaully get a little

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I had no idea that kindergartners actually received any color but green.His behavior book is starting to look like the Brazilian flag..P.S...today's note said:"not listening"&"saying inappropriate words"(BUTT..)I asked him about ithe said"I was cutting the paper and it looked like a butt, so I told the teacher."...(heavy sigh).... P.P.S..Monday's note "PUNCHING OTHERS" Nah... not with that face.

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Dear Fashion Police,  I don't wear the same gray shirtEVERYDAY...I just happen to have 20 of them.I can use one to sleep inwork out inpick up the kids from school indrop them off at practice incook dinner inand put on after a shower..everyday for a week.Don't judge.Oh...and don't let the turquoise dresses fool you either.P.S.I need an intervention.

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I had a crazy dream last night.  When I woke up, it took a few seconds to realize it wasn't real.  A few seconds later it was like it never existed, and I could barely explain it to my husband.  My life passes so fast, I fear that one day it will feel like it never ever really happened to me.  I heard someone say that if you don't keep a written record of your life, when you die, it's like a

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I say No.  He says, NO!  louder.  I ask please. He laughs and runs away.  I ask him to keep his shoes on, he throws them out the car window.  Bed time starts a game of chase.  Heaven help me, I'm a mess of a parent.  The worst part is most of his "naughtiness" makes us laugh, and we know other parental types must shake their heads in disappointment at our ineptness.   He knows he's got us wrapped

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It's sad about flowers.  They have such a fast life.  Maybe that's what makes them special.  I guess it's sort of like when our little girls grow up.  You can't do a thing to slow it down, you just have to stop and watch them be beautiful. Mia is smart like a book, and pretty as a picture.  I think you should come over and make cookies. xoxo

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Check out BULA'S new site and commercial work I did.  Now you can purchase your BULA fix online.                                             P.S...this is how I BULA. SERIOUSLY.  How bout' you?      BULABEVERAGE.COM

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Sometimes...I build a set, put up lights, reflectors and spend some serious time trying to get the perfect even light....and then sometimes I put em in my garage. ??

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On my way up to this shoot...the Escalade broke down.  It was so random.  The power just drained right out and the whole thing shut down... On a steep hill...In Alta.  I just pulled over, hopped into Sabrina and Rene's car and away we went.  I tried not to panic and just cannon balled right into the shoot.  I had such a good time, I completly forgot about my car issues.  On our way back down the

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My three favorite boys rockin' it like no one else can!  It was such a great shoot.  I always enjoy spending time with them, and hearing about all the exciting adventures.  Thank you Karley, Rox, Aubrey...and of course Hefa, Soa, and Niua.   All my love - Omi

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xoxo love you 3

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Lovely couple!  Can't wait until the wedding bells ring you two! xox

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I woke up and decided I needed to see Wicked on Broadway.  Nick got caught up with some work and since it was our anniversary weekend I already had baby sitters.  I grabbed the next flight, and before noon I was lost somewhere between midtown and time square.  The Wicked matinee show was sold out , but I arrived 20 minutes before the lottery pull.  Miss Tina heard about my crazy idea, and decided

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I couldn't wait to post a small set of pictures from our shoot yesterday. These were straight out of the camera shots, only photoshopped together and turned black and white.  I'm constantly amazed at Hefa's talent, his humility and his wonderful family.  I'm a huge. HUGE.  fan and love when I get a call to shoot Hefa and his brothers Soa and Niua.  Stay tuned for more, and MAKE SURE you watch

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Have a great Tuesday.  I've been trying to get all my posts up this week.  Thanks Emma, you're a beauty, and we had so much fun working with you.

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On a roll, and getting all caught up.  YOU'RE Perfection Laurel!  Thank you for the fun shoot!

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I decided to skip my trip to Seattle today and opted to hang out with my kids.  Summer is almost gone and I don't know how many more days we will have left to play in the sun.  So worth it!!  I have had so much work in studio this summer, that it felt good to shoot in natural light.  That last picture of my son is after he lost his grasshopper, and I told him to go shower.    Why is it so

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>Meet Kylee!! We had a wonderful time shooting this beautiful senior.  I love when I'm looking through the lens and I see someone light up from the inside.  Every time she smiled she lit up the room... even made her mama cry from sheer fabulousness.  It was such a joy to work with you Kylee!!  Best of luck preparing to hit the books at the University of Utah.  We can't wait until you come back

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Okay, I'm sitting here trying to post with a wiggling two year old boy on my lap.  Not happening! I need some stress relief, in the form of ice cream or maybe donuts.  I guess I should just go running.  Have a great day

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Today in traffic I caught an Elton John song on the radio while I was flipping through the stations looking for something to keep me awake.  For a few seconds, my heart stopped, my chest got tight and my ears started ringing.  It was like my heart had fallen into it's million broken pieces all over again,   something it hasn't done in ages.  Not that I have any special attachment to Sir Elton

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This month has gone by far to quickly. I've been getting more and more behind with the blog, and once I get here, it's all down hill.  So a quick remedy to my down fall is to post.  JUST POST.  Tonight posting pictures doesn't feel like enough.  I feel like talking, but am too tired to actually talk.  I'm all caught up in my head and usually that just means I need a good nights sleep.  Good

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This one is for Grandpa, cause I know he can't wait. More to come!

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I did a shoot with this pretty lady and her man and happened to catch her looking fabulous as always.  I'm a huge fan of shooting couples post children and marriage....just because.  When you're dating and newly married you get gazzillions of pictures together.  Throw a kid or two in the mix, and you'll never see another picture of you and your sweetie together again.....that is unless you do

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Okay..so Where the heck have I been???? I have a new favorite show! Working on some images of a girl who is definitly in the "top three on the streets!" PLEASE WATCH!  I'm feelin' the PRINCE love here folks!!

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Nate and Kat are such a beautiful couple . No surprise that their little bunch came out as cute as they did. I can see so much of their parents in each of them. Thank you for the wonderful evening. xoxo - Omi

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I'm sorry for the lack of posting.  My computer told me my scratch disc was full and so was hard drive 1, 2, and 3...so I am committing to go pick one up tomorrow because I have so much great stuff to share.  Summer is finally warming up on our side of the moon, and I'm experiencing some serious summer distraction!  ON it!  Tomorrow!  I promise.

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I've been having issues with my image upload...I have no idea what is up, but I'm working on solutions and will start my posting again.  Anyway....here is a little ditty that I've been so very happy with.  Love Kathy and her family.  Want to be her when I grow up!  Beauty. Beauty. Beauty!!

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My baby brother graduated yesterday. My dad is officially an old man. Love you Ry. I wish you the very best, and pray that you know your life can take you anywhere your desires and choices lead you.

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I've been working on a few projects....more to come.

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Stars in the making.  I've had a major crash course in the game that is golf.  If anyone could make you like this game it's these TWO, Tony and Gipper, they were both awesome HERE. big, Big, BIG things to come....have a great Monday.

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Over the last few days I have felt..for the first time in a long time, that I'm getting a grip around my life again.  I'm happy, and ready to take on life's problems as the character strengtheners that they are designed to be. This morning I was putting my son Golden down for nap.  Startled by the terrible silence that filled the house, I went in search of my other two 5 year old boys, Rayce (my

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Nope.  Never.  So if you are afraid of something look it in the face and you'll find it's much better than just hoping it will go away on it's own.  Fear is an illusion, and the opposite of faith, and hope.  It's a trick, so go ahead and feel worried, and scared and discouraged for one whole minute if you must, then throw it in the garbage where it belongs!  Here we go!

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The other night my mom mentioned over dinner that I blog about my dad quite often, and she wondered if I had noticed that I never blog about her.  Stunned....my mind started reeling.  I hadn't noticed... and it took me a bit to respond.    Being that my parents are divorced, I was filled with a sharp pang of embarrassment.  Suddenly, I felt like I was 7 years old... ashamed for having shown

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It's been snowing for days.  It's May minus 12 hoursand there is 2 inches of snow on my lawn.SPRING I MISS YOU

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Last week my dear friends were the first Utah family to officially make these beautiful Haitian refugee children "theirs" forever.  Wisnline and Reggie are two amazing children, with a story and a future I can't wait to see unfold.  They have blessed and completed an already incredible family.  I'm so in love with their faces... and the hearts of the whole Trinnaman family.   I had to post the

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Had to go to the dentist today. booCame home to do a little work,after the kidswent to bed. And for no particular reason.I. LOVE. THIS. PICTURE.Can't you just see how much special this kid has got in him?I CAN.

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Derrah serves our country far across the oceans in the deserts of Iraq. These four beautiful children have waited for months to see her. I spent an eventful weekend in Washington and Oregon capturing their reunion. God Bless our Soldiers and their families and God bless America.

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Just finished working with the creative team for PLATINUM  PROTECTION.  Special thanks to the Ruiz, and Lutali/Reid Family, as well as Cami and Ashley for being so great!   Happy Monday to all!

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Wonderful family.  Wonderful friends. Thank you Dan and Cassie for the best evening!Special thanks to: Sepa, Aubs, Anika, and Penny for the laughs, company and your wonderful workHere's to a happy life and marriage!!

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I got up early this morning, and thought I'd get right to work. A few weeks ago I got to work with Xane again on a ad project. He did great and the final product is almost ready! So excited! P.S. when is the real spring going to hit UTAH...SNOW again? bleh! Such a late spring sets my summer back a month and I loose serious pool time people!

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I'm exsausted but I can't sleep.  I don't understand how my body can betray me like this , but yes it does...and far too often I might add.  The windows are open and I can hear the Washington rain pour down and I want to disappear.  In bed the other night I asked Nick if he thought about the past much.  I already knew the answer.  He doesn't.  I do.  I like memories.  I love catching a smell, or

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Before I fall further behind...I am forcing myself to post. Laura and James Trinnaman are two of my heros. I really do love them.  Last year they were a family of 9.  What everyone didn't know was there were two more children waiting in Haiti, ready to join their family.  It was a long slow process that was suddenly fueled by the terrible tragedy that struck Haiti.  For Every Child adoption

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I took French for YEARS...I mean, more that 5, into college and beyond.  I then...spent a short 18 months in Ecuador, became completely fluent in Spanish, resulting in a total de-wiring of any French connections made during the previous half decade.   Beyond the conjugations I may or may not have learned....my teacher spent hours talking about the historical monuments and sites of France.  That

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Yeah...Can't wait for Saturday!!

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Miss MENA!! You win! YEAY!  Haven is having a hard time excepting that this bag was not meant for her collection.  I've promised her that she will live, and will to find comfort in the 40 other bags in her closet. WHEWWWW.  Okay, so that wasn't so hard, but it took an intervention to get me to pick the winner and post.  Actually it took an intervention to get me the h@#! out of my sweats.  It

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One thing I regret about my trip is shooting on the fly.  We traveled in a big group and were nearly always in a hurry.  All day long we took in the sites of Paris at break neck speeds.  Sometimes I found myself shooting and walking.  So lame.   Looking back I wish I would have had the time to really slow things down.  I took hundreds of pictures, only to get home and wonder why I didn't shoot

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