I hate when, at the end of the day, I realize
that I didn't post anything. hmmmm...
wonder what happened? I'll catch you all up
on Tuesday. Good night.
Monday, June 16, 2008
Sunday, June 15, 2008
Starkey Gala 2008 comes to a close.
Well, it's bittersweet really but the
2008 Starkey Hearing Foundation Gala came
to a close last night at exactly 11pm
after Garth Brooks brought down the house
with all of his all-time top hits.
With just a guitar in hand, he rocked the
ballroom and all 2000 in attendance.
I'm sure I'll be telling stories for weeks
to come but for now, it's life as usual
and back to reality....for everyone. A
heavy sigh of relief came over me as security
simultaneously removed all of the staff
and media photographers...5 minutes into
Garth's performance (we were only originally
allowed between 30 to 60 seconds). All of
the staff photographers headed back to our
secured area to pack up and get our so very
cool gift bags and head out. But before we
did, I had to go back into the ballroom and
watch the rest of Garth Brooks' performance.
Then it was on to the infamous "after party"
at the gorgeous St. Paul Hotel just a couple
of blocks away. I, of course, brought my
camera and snapped away there as well (off the
clock) and met up with a bunch of old friends,
new friends & celebs (local and global). I was
glad I went! When I got up at 11 today I
realized that staying out til 2:30 am is not
my bag...even though it was worth every second!
I have so much to be thankful for and I have
much gratitude for the folks that had integral
roles in getting me into this position with
Starkey...Brady Forseth and Steve Chepokas
without whom I would not have connected with
such wonderful human beings and be afforded
some amazing opportunities. Thank you so much!
I have several thousand images to go through
but I already know where some of my favorite
ones are so I will share them soon. I spent the
past few days using my iPhone to blog with and
kept my Twitter updated as often as I could
due to the fact that my new 24" iMac Intel 2 core
duo is now in place after much anticipation.
It is so lightening fast and the keyboard is so
light and easy I fear my fingers may start on fire!
This blog entry could literally go on for days
so I'll end it here and fill in the gaps in the
days to come as I filter through all of the
fabulous images that I was able to get.
For now...I need to work on cleaning my work space
so that my new iMac doesn't think that I'm some
sort of clutter driven troll!
2008 Starkey Hearing Foundation Gala came
to a close last night at exactly 11pm
after Garth Brooks brought down the house
with all of his all-time top hits.
With just a guitar in hand, he rocked the
ballroom and all 2000 in attendance.
I'm sure I'll be telling stories for weeks
to come but for now, it's life as usual
and back to reality....for everyone. A
heavy sigh of relief came over me as security
simultaneously removed all of the staff
and media photographers...5 minutes into
Garth's performance (we were only originally
allowed between 30 to 60 seconds). All of
the staff photographers headed back to our
secured area to pack up and get our so very
cool gift bags and head out. But before we
did, I had to go back into the ballroom and
watch the rest of Garth Brooks' performance.
Then it was on to the infamous "after party"
at the gorgeous St. Paul Hotel just a couple
of blocks away. I, of course, brought my
camera and snapped away there as well (off the
clock) and met up with a bunch of old friends,
new friends & celebs (local and global). I was
glad I went! When I got up at 11 today I
realized that staying out til 2:30 am is not
my bag...even though it was worth every second!
I have so much to be thankful for and I have
much gratitude for the folks that had integral
roles in getting me into this position with
Starkey...Brady Forseth and Steve Chepokas
without whom I would not have connected with
such wonderful human beings and be afforded
some amazing opportunities. Thank you so much!
I have several thousand images to go through
but I already know where some of my favorite
ones are so I will share them soon. I spent the
past few days using my iPhone to blog with and
kept my Twitter updated as often as I could
due to the fact that my new 24" iMac Intel 2 core
duo is now in place after much anticipation.
It is so lightening fast and the keyboard is so
light and easy I fear my fingers may start on fire!
This blog entry could literally go on for days
so I'll end it here and fill in the gaps in the
days to come as I filter through all of the
fabulous images that I was able to get.
For now...I need to work on cleaning my work space
so that my new iMac doesn't think that I'm some
sort of clutter driven troll!
Saturday, June 14, 2008
Friday, June 13, 2008
Thursday, June 12, 2008
Fraud Sucks!
Now, I understand that we must be vigilant
regarding protecting ourselves, our things
and our credit, but I discovered this morning
that my joint account debt card was recovered
somewhere and then used nearby. It's so sad
to think that, albeit my disregard...I take
full ownership of that, you can't trust people.
I have always said, in situations out of my
control.."I have faith in people!" Now I have
to say...."cover your ass whenever you can"
Sure, I'm disappointed in myself for not being
more responsible (my first time ever losing
a debit or bank card!) I even suspect that
just like locking car keys in the car, I will
forever make certain that I have my card when
I complete a purchase by double and triple
checking! There, that's off my chest!
Next on the docket...Starkey Hearing Foundation.
I just learned that I have been requested to
cover the VIP party at the Austin's home
tomorrow evening along with some other fun
photographers..Rafael Victorian and Dave Johnson
(of National Camera Exchange fame) We will ROCK
that party! I will be coming right from the
Ultimate Bass Challenge on Minnetonka performing a
quick change at home! I had such a gas last
year shooting at their home I can't wait to
get there tomorrow!
I have to get up really early to get over to
Lord Fletcher's to get suited up for my
Ranger Bass Boat that I requested so that I
can get some awesome action shots of all the
pro/am fishermen & women! Then I'll high-tale
it over to Al & Alma's for the boat cruise
with the Northwester Health Sciences University
folks for a lunch cruise on the lovely Lake
Minnetonka...I sure hope the weather holds out!
FYI, Boo slept with us last night and was a
very good sleeper. Who Knew!?
Matt & Jennifer are at the Mimi in Playa
celebrating their anniversary!
Anne and I sent them a bucket of beer over
the internet....COOL! I hope they love it there!
Have a great day!
regarding protecting ourselves, our things
and our credit, but I discovered this morning
that my joint account debt card was recovered
somewhere and then used nearby. It's so sad
to think that, albeit my disregard...I take
full ownership of that, you can't trust people.
I have always said, in situations out of my
control.."I have faith in people!" Now I have
to say...."cover your ass whenever you can"
Sure, I'm disappointed in myself for not being
more responsible (my first time ever losing
a debit or bank card!) I even suspect that
just like locking car keys in the car, I will
forever make certain that I have my card when
I complete a purchase by double and triple
checking! There, that's off my chest!
Next on the docket...Starkey Hearing Foundation.
I just learned that I have been requested to
cover the VIP party at the Austin's home
tomorrow evening along with some other fun
photographers..Rafael Victorian and Dave Johnson
(of National Camera Exchange fame) We will ROCK
that party! I will be coming right from the
Ultimate Bass Challenge on Minnetonka performing a
quick change at home! I had such a gas last
year shooting at their home I can't wait to
get there tomorrow!
I have to get up really early to get over to
Lord Fletcher's to get suited up for my
Ranger Bass Boat that I requested so that I
can get some awesome action shots of all the
pro/am fishermen & women! Then I'll high-tale
it over to Al & Alma's for the boat cruise
with the Northwester Health Sciences University
folks for a lunch cruise on the lovely Lake
Minnetonka...I sure hope the weather holds out!
FYI, Boo slept with us last night and was a
very good sleeper. Who Knew!?
Matt & Jennifer are at the Mimi in Playa
celebrating their anniversary!
Anne and I sent them a bucket of beer over
the internet....COOL! I hope they love it there!
Have a great day!
Wednesday, June 11, 2008
Rainy Wednesday.
a great day to sleep in or take a nap!
Heading to my brother's for G's birthday
party tonight.
Gotta run...Crazy day!
Heading to my brother's for G's birthday
party tonight.
Gotta run...Crazy day!
Tuesday, June 10, 2008
PUG meeting w/Dave
actions and workflow.
Happy Tuesday!
So this is the Starkey Hearing Foundation's
SUPER WEEK! Events starting tomorrow and will
run right up to the main event, the Gala, at
St. Paul's River Center on Saturday night.
This is going to be an awesome week!
Heather Lombardo has agreed to come along and
be a part of the festivities this week as is
Jason Stenvold. I hope they have as much fun
as I do!
Today, lots of hair and then perhaps one of
my last "official" PUG meetings.
I'm solidifying a deal with Urban Ventures here
in Minneapolis to work with them on some designs
for future media and publicity images...that's cool!
Thanks to Jacquie Boyer, my great friend & neighbor
who also happens to be a board member at UV and hooked
me up! Their big deal is later this fall. And while
I don't want to wish the summer away, they are
awaiting a response from Bill and Melinda Gates to
come and be the speakers so they can firm up a date.
Let's see, what else, My next wedding is on the
21st and the bride & groom, Jennifer & Michael, are
flying in from Massachusetts next week. Jennifer
is originally from here but they are living and
working out east. She is in her residency phase.
Gary and I sat outside last night....it was gorgeous
and a perfect night for a fire, some wine and great
conversation.
Good to talk to Dean (Gary's dad), down in Arizona too!
SUPER WEEK! Events starting tomorrow and will
run right up to the main event, the Gala, at
St. Paul's River Center on Saturday night.
This is going to be an awesome week!
Heather Lombardo has agreed to come along and
be a part of the festivities this week as is
Jason Stenvold. I hope they have as much fun
as I do!
Today, lots of hair and then perhaps one of
my last "official" PUG meetings.
I'm solidifying a deal with Urban Ventures here
in Minneapolis to work with them on some designs
for future media and publicity images...that's cool!
Thanks to Jacquie Boyer, my great friend & neighbor
who also happens to be a board member at UV and hooked
me up! Their big deal is later this fall. And while
I don't want to wish the summer away, they are
awaiting a response from Bill and Melinda Gates to
come and be the speakers so they can firm up a date.
Let's see, what else, My next wedding is on the
21st and the bride & groom, Jennifer & Michael, are
flying in from Massachusetts next week. Jennifer
is originally from here but they are living and
working out east. She is in her residency phase.
Gary and I sat outside last night....it was gorgeous
and a perfect night for a fire, some wine and great
conversation.
Good to talk to Dean (Gary's dad), down in Arizona too!
Monday, June 09, 2008
Monday, Monday...
I, unlike many, love Mondays, they are like my Sunday.
It's my "prep for the week" day, it's garbage day,
it's my FedEX day, most folks I know are working so
I get tons done and today it is a TCPPA day as well.
Today's topic is "Death of Creativity" with Joey Lawrence.
More on that tomorrow.
Had dinner last night with some friends that we
don't see very often. Their son, Chris came along
as did Richie Cunningham who flew in for a golf
outing at Hazeltine National. Gary, Dave, Richie
go somewhere fabulous every spring to golf.
This day is screaming "get outside"! so I will.
Gary had a work golf event all day so I'm goin'
it solo for dinner tonight.
A little Bachelor-ette tonight. I swore I wouldn't
get hooked!
It's my "prep for the week" day, it's garbage day,
it's my FedEX day, most folks I know are working so
I get tons done and today it is a TCPPA day as well.
Today's topic is "Death of Creativity" with Joey Lawrence.
More on that tomorrow.
Had dinner last night with some friends that we
don't see very often. Their son, Chris came along
as did Richie Cunningham who flew in for a golf
outing at Hazeltine National. Gary, Dave, Richie
go somewhere fabulous every spring to golf.
This day is screaming "get outside"! so I will.
Gary had a work golf event all day so I'm goin'
it solo for dinner tonight.
A little Bachelor-ette tonight. I swore I wouldn't
get hooked!
Sunday, June 08, 2008
Ning & Jay...
Or Ranee & Jason as the invitation reads.
I quickly learned that Ranee goes by "Ning"
by pretty much everyone so I joined in as well.
These two are amazing. They met at the Starbucks
on 11 in Burnsville. They married a year ago on
June 9th (2007) in Iowa with a more intimate
group and now wanted to share with everyone else
their love and commitment to one another by
holding an anniversary, marriage ceremony.
It was just fabulous! With as much attention
to detail as most first weddings I ran around
and captured it all single handed..with pleasure!
Starting with where they met and finishing after
the first dance. All held at the Crystal Lake
Golf Course in Lakeville. And their dog, Logan
was a ring barer as well!
The Coordinator there, Rosealie, was very
certain in her role and asked us to refrain from
using the course for photos as there were many
golfers still playing so we did what we could
around the facility and really just had some
fun! Here are some of my faves!
Thanks Ning & Jay for allowing me this opportunity!
I quickly learned that Ranee goes by "Ning"
by pretty much everyone so I joined in as well.
These two are amazing. They met at the Starbucks
on 11 in Burnsville. They married a year ago on
June 9th (2007) in Iowa with a more intimate
group and now wanted to share with everyone else
their love and commitment to one another by
holding an anniversary, marriage ceremony.
It was just fabulous! With as much attention
to detail as most first weddings I ran around
and captured it all single handed..with pleasure!
Starting with where they met and finishing after
the first dance. All held at the Crystal Lake
Golf Course in Lakeville. And their dog, Logan
was a ring barer as well!
The Coordinator there, Rosealie, was very
certain in her role and asked us to refrain from
using the course for photos as there were many
golfers still playing so we did what we could
around the facility and really just had some
fun! Here are some of my faves!
Thanks Ning & Jay for allowing me this opportunity!
Saturday, June 07, 2008
Ranee & Jason
I'm shooting Ranee & Jason's wedding today.
I'm meeting them at a Starbucks where they
met first to take some shots there then
on to Lakeville, actually right by Gary's
brother's home. They have decided to hold
the ceremony and the reception at the golf
course so I'm excited to be in one spot
for the entire day...well, almost.
I"m excited to get started.
Last night after my session at the Hilton,
I over heard Becky talking on her phone to
Steve about what to do and where to go for
dinner and I mumbled "how about dinner with
Gary & Sue." And so the night went from no
plans to getting together at their house to
grill steaks and pour delicious wine!
Tim & Laurie got the call too and it just
came together perfect! What a fabulous time.
LOVE the impromptu get togethers, they are
always so fun. Thanks Becky and Steve for
having us over!
I have so much to catch up on and so much
to blog...I just don't have the time today.
I just realized that after my wedding shoot
today I'm going to St. Paul to photograph
GB Leighton for some upcoming promotional
media stuff....so I have to buzz over to
O'Gara's when I'm done....YIKES!!!
Another long Saturday...
Enjoy this GORgeous day!!
I get to relax tomorrow!
OH, Happy Anniversary Ron & Cindy!
This time I got it right! ;)
I'm meeting them at a Starbucks where they
met first to take some shots there then
on to Lakeville, actually right by Gary's
brother's home. They have decided to hold
the ceremony and the reception at the golf
course so I'm excited to be in one spot
for the entire day...well, almost.
I"m excited to get started.
Last night after my session at the Hilton,
I over heard Becky talking on her phone to
Steve about what to do and where to go for
dinner and I mumbled "how about dinner with
Gary & Sue." And so the night went from no
plans to getting together at their house to
grill steaks and pour delicious wine!
Tim & Laurie got the call too and it just
came together perfect! What a fabulous time.
LOVE the impromptu get togethers, they are
always so fun. Thanks Becky and Steve for
having us over!
I have so much to catch up on and so much
to blog...I just don't have the time today.
I just realized that after my wedding shoot
today I'm going to St. Paul to photograph
GB Leighton for some upcoming promotional
media stuff....so I have to buzz over to
O'Gara's when I'm done....YIKES!!!
Another long Saturday...
Enjoy this GORgeous day!!
I get to relax tomorrow!
OH, Happy Anniversary Ron & Cindy!
This time I got it right! ;)
Friday, June 06, 2008
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