In honor of mother's day, and because I ran out of money and couldn't buy anything, I rallied my rudimentary video-making skills and created a fun video for my "other mom," Rene. I got the idea from a video that Chris made for Emery a year or so ago. Rene said she's never gotten anything like it. I'm so glad she enjoyed it :)
Take a look!
Sunday, May 11, 2008
Saturday, May 10, 2008
Distraction
I am bored. I have a term paper and half of a thesis to write, and I'm unable to focus because I'm bored. It seems like at this point things should be easier. I mean, this is my fourth and final semester of grad school, and I've been able to get all of my work done before. So why is it that now, when I'm so close to finishing, I can't seem to put my nose to the grindstone and write the papers?
I blame senioritis. The weather is warm, the semester is almost over, and the beautiful beaches of SLO county are beckoning me back to them. I can't wait for this semester to be over so that I can move back down south and spend some time relaxing. Ah, relaxation. Only two more weeks. I can do it...I hope ;)
I blame senioritis. The weather is warm, the semester is almost over, and the beautiful beaches of SLO county are beckoning me back to them. I can't wait for this semester to be over so that I can move back down south and spend some time relaxing. Ah, relaxation. Only two more weeks. I can do it...I hope ;)
Tuesday, May 6, 2008
CMT does it again
I have just found a new favorite show. CMT, the creative force behind such television gems as "Trading Spouses" and "Can You Duet" has come up with a new show. This is seriously the TV program to put all other TV programs to shame.
"My Big Redneck Wedding" is a show hosted by Tom Arnold that follows a redneck couple in the weeks leading up to their wedding. Right now I am watching "Gail and John" who have decided to decorate their wedding with an archway made of beer cans (their flower arrangements are also in Budweiser cans). Their wedding is in a swap meet and the groom proposed by peeing "will you marry me?" in front of their car. I am ROLLING!
Here's a sneak peek of the groom's vows:
"I wish I could put your love in a locket 'cause you're hotter than a hot pocket. We did it in the back of the car, we did it in the zoo. I don't care where we do it as long as I'm with you."
This is so good it's almost DVD-worthy. I'm contemplating recording some episodes to show if my graduation party gets dull. Check it out!
"My Big Redneck Wedding" is a show hosted by Tom Arnold that follows a redneck couple in the weeks leading up to their wedding. Right now I am watching "Gail and John" who have decided to decorate their wedding with an archway made of beer cans (their flower arrangements are also in Budweiser cans). Their wedding is in a swap meet and the groom proposed by peeing "will you marry me?" in front of their car. I am ROLLING!
Here's a sneak peek of the groom's vows:
"I wish I could put your love in a locket 'cause you're hotter than a hot pocket. We did it in the back of the car, we did it in the zoo. I don't care where we do it as long as I'm with you."
This is so good it's almost DVD-worthy. I'm contemplating recording some episodes to show if my graduation party gets dull. Check it out!
Monday, May 5, 2008
Happy Cinco de Mayo!
Today is the fifth of may, which means that literally hundreds of thousands of people are celebrating with tequila, dos equis, and any other fun Mexican alcohol they can get their hands on. Today is a day of consuming yummy enchiladas, chile rellenos, and massive amounts of chips and salsa.
So in honor of this amazing day that happens to involve some of my favorite foods, I've decided to clear up a little misconception regarding cinco de Mayo.
You see, most people think that today is Mexico's independence day. Not so. Cinco de Mayo does celebrate independence for Mexico , but its actual "independence day" is September 16th. Cinco de Mayo celebrates the success of a major battle against the French:
"Under Napoleon III, French troops began at the shore and tried to make their way to Mexico City. Before they could get to the capital, they were stopped at the state of Puebla, where a major battle took place on May 5, 1862: La Batalla de Puebla.
Outnumbered and outarmed, the Mexican soldiers at Puebla, under the command of General Ignacio Zaragoza Seguin, managed to defeat the French forces. Ultimately, the Mexican victory at Puebla only delayed the French invasion of Mexico city, and a year later, the French occupied Mexico. But the Mexican men who fought at Puebla nonetheless defied the odds to defend its independence. Cinco de Mayo celebrates that bravery and determination, and commemorates Mexico's fight to ward off imperialist forces" (http://people.howstuffworks.com/cinco-de-mayo1.htm, retrieved 5/5/08)."
I hope this enlightens you a little more about this wonderful cerveza-drinking, enchilada-consuming day. Have a happy Cinco de Mayo, and watch out for those chiles!
So in honor of this amazing day that happens to involve some of my favorite foods, I've decided to clear up a little misconception regarding cinco de Mayo.
You see, most people think that today is Mexico's independence day. Not so. Cinco de Mayo does celebrate independence for Mexico , but its actual "independence day" is September 16th. Cinco de Mayo celebrates the success of a major battle against the French:
"Under Napoleon III, French troops began at the shore and tried to make their way to Mexico City. Before they could get to the capital, they were stopped at the state of Puebla, where a major battle took place on May 5, 1862: La Batalla de Puebla.
Outnumbered and outarmed, the Mexican soldiers at Puebla, under the command of General Ignacio Zaragoza Seguin, managed to defeat the French forces. Ultimately, the Mexican victory at Puebla only delayed the French invasion of Mexico city, and a year later, the French occupied Mexico. But the Mexican men who fought at Puebla nonetheless defied the odds to defend its independence. Cinco de Mayo celebrates that bravery and determination, and commemorates Mexico's fight to ward off imperialist forces" (http://people.howstuffworks.com/cinco-de-mayo1.htm, retrieved 5/5/08)."
I hope this enlightens you a little more about this wonderful cerveza-drinking, enchilada-consuming day. Have a happy Cinco de Mayo, and watch out for those chiles!
Friday, May 2, 2008
Katie
This past weekend I was asked to take my friend Katie's senior pictures. We had limited time, but I think we managed to get some great shots in. Take a look!
Thursday, May 1, 2008
That student...
Everyone has known "that student" at one point in time. You know, the student who doesn't follow through, winds up with a bad grade, and consequently blames the instructor. I admit, I've had a crack or two at being that student and I'm willing to bet that everyone has once or twice. So when my students have one of "those days" I try my best to cut them a little grace and do my best to help them accept responsibility for their actions.
But every once in a while I get to meet a student who has made their academic career by being "that student." These types of people are horribly frustrating to deal with because no matter what you do, the student refuses to admit that he or she is in any way responsible for his or her actions. Grrr!
I had to deal with one of these students today. We'll call him Pete. Pete screwed up big time on a recent assignment and when he received his grade, he insisted that it was my fault. I had a hard time being sympathetic because he performed his assignment last and so had numerous opportunities to observe the other students performing their assignment. He also got to see an in-depth demonstration and had everything in writing. So really, there was no reason for the heinous error he made in his assignment.
No matter how many times I explained things to him, though, he refused to believe that it was his own fault and not mine. What makes matters worse is that he has a learning disability, but has not taken advantage of ANY of the resources available to him.
So I'm at an impasse. He wants a higher grade, but I feel like he should deal with the consequences of his lack of attention to the assignment parameters. However, I also feel a bit sorry for him because he is dealing with a learning disability.
What do I do? Should I bow to the desires of my guilt complex and allow him to make up some of the points? Or should I encourage him to "man up" and do better next time?
A little help, please!
But every once in a while I get to meet a student who has made their academic career by being "that student." These types of people are horribly frustrating to deal with because no matter what you do, the student refuses to admit that he or she is in any way responsible for his or her actions. Grrr!
I had to deal with one of these students today. We'll call him Pete. Pete screwed up big time on a recent assignment and when he received his grade, he insisted that it was my fault. I had a hard time being sympathetic because he performed his assignment last and so had numerous opportunities to observe the other students performing their assignment. He also got to see an in-depth demonstration and had everything in writing. So really, there was no reason for the heinous error he made in his assignment.
No matter how many times I explained things to him, though, he refused to believe that it was his own fault and not mine. What makes matters worse is that he has a learning disability, but has not taken advantage of ANY of the resources available to him.
So I'm at an impasse. He wants a higher grade, but I feel like he should deal with the consequences of his lack of attention to the assignment parameters. However, I also feel a bit sorry for him because he is dealing with a learning disability.
What do I do? Should I bow to the desires of my guilt complex and allow him to make up some of the points? Or should I encourage him to "man up" and do better next time?
A little help, please!
Wednesday, April 30, 2008
Back from the dead
I know, I know. I'm a horrible blogger. Inconsistent. But in a way, I really like it when I'm too busy to keep up with blogs and myspace and other online things. Because that means I'm LIVING.
Most recently, I've been busy living in the world of Cortney & Jason's wedding, which took place a couple of weeks ago in Santa Margarita. It was my very first time being THE photographer at a wedding. I had a blast and I think things turned out pretty well :)
A word of advice: don't wear new boots to photograph a wedding. Not smart. Anyhow, here are some of my favorite shots of this lovely couple:
The guys...they were pretty darned hilarious. I had fun giving them a hard time.
Showdown at the OK Corral
The ladies
I <3 these two
My favorite
More coming soon!
Most recently, I've been busy living in the world of Cortney & Jason's wedding, which took place a couple of weeks ago in Santa Margarita. It was my very first time being THE photographer at a wedding. I had a blast and I think things turned out pretty well :)
A word of advice: don't wear new boots to photograph a wedding. Not smart. Anyhow, here are some of my favorite shots of this lovely couple:
The guys...they were pretty darned hilarious. I had fun giving them a hard time.
Showdown at the OK Corral
The ladies
I <3 these two
My favorite
More coming soon!
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