OK, I’ve been a bit “blogstipated” as of late. Anyway, here goes. While on my way to Kristen and Mark’s wedding in Santa Barbara last weekend I looked up and saw a sign that I have noticed for the last several years now. It’s in front of an abandoned looking Cafe/Diner right outside of Buellton. Anyway, didn’t really have time to pull over and take pics, however, the experience of seeing the sign was a “sign” for me. You see I have wanted to do some type of book, compilation of photos, etc. of signs now for several years. Well, realizing that the most difficult aspect of fulfilling a goal is actually taking the first step; so… while downtown today I decided to take the “first step”. With Jax (our new Dachshund) at my side we had a wonderful time walking around snapping away. Here are a few that stood out to me. More to follow in future.

We took advantage of a break in the rain and hit the waves at Avila beach today. It’s always fun boogie boarding with my son Connor and his best bud Noa. As you can see the beach was empty. It was a beautiful day at the bay. Felt great just to kick back and soak some glorious sunshine before my first official wedding of the 2007 season this Saturday. I will be at the Stella Mares in Santa Barbara. Photos to follow.

I have been greatly blessed to have three sons who love photography. Cory, my 19 year old recently returned from a trip to New York City and blew me away with the following photos he made while exploring the many sites of the city. I was really impressed with his use of composition and framing. I read somewhere once that the best things in life are more “caught” than they are “taught”. Even though I have never really overly encouraged my kids to do photography, it seems like each of them have a wonderful sence of love and appreciation for it.

Well, this is my first entry to my newly created blog. Even though it’s easier for me to express myself with images rather than words, I am somewhat excited to take the “blogging plunge”. This week’s entry features the most important people in my life… my family. I have been greatly blessed with my beautiful wife Stacy and our three sons, Cory, Jared and Connor. This was this year’s Christmas picture taken in downtown San Luis Obispo by the very talented Lisa Maksadian