Adventures of the Traveling Wiener

Happy Friday Everyone!!!

I hope you all are doing well!!! I know that I have not been on here too much lately, but hopefully that will be changing.  Earlier this week, I took Jixer, and my niece and nephew to Waller Park.  I love this park!  I have been going here for a long as I can remember!

Jixer enjoyed watching the squirrels scurry about.

The squirrels, however, did not show the same appreciation for Jixer, and made sure to keep a close eye on him. 

Like always, Jixer found a tasty stick to munch on.

Jixer also kept a close eye on the kids as they played on one of the playgrounds.

Of course, he can't be expected to watch the kids all afternoon!

It was a beautiful, California afternoon!  There was also a pretty halo around the sun.

The kiddos enjoyed climbing in the trees.

I cannot believe how big the kids are; they are growing up so fast.

Kyra is eight and will be in the 3rd grade this year.

Cody is six, and will be going into the 2nd grade!

We had a wonderful day at the park.  As I said earlier, this is a wonderful park to visit.  There is four playgrounds, a two duck ponds (watch out for the mean geese that will chase you if you have a bag!!!), several areas to have a bbq, the best disc golf course, and one of the best dog parks in town.

Have a fabulous weekend everyone!

~Best Wishes~

Furry Head Shots

Hello Again!

I have recently been asked to photograph the wedding of an old friend.  Needless to say I am both very excited and nervous!  Of course I am excited to be a part of their big day; it is a long time coming for these two love birds.  I am also nervous because it is such a big day and I haven't used my DSLR for a few months.

Today with all of the waiting for random strangers from craigslist to come by my home and pick up the various items I am selling before the move, I figured it is high time to bust that bad boy out and have some fun taking some photos of my furry children.

First up for their shoot was Jixer.  He definitely lives up to his name...compact and very speedy!!!  Confused?  Search for Suzuki GSX-R and it will make a lot more sense :)

I just cannot get over the markings on this little guy!

The next lucky model....Catzo!  He is my big orange love bug.  I was in love with him from the moment I laid eyes on him. True story!!! Just ask my sister and she will describe to you the face I made when I saw him in the cage inside the Petsmart.  She said "After that look on your face, I just had to help you get him".  She paid half of the adoption fee for Catzo as my Christmas present in 2010. 

The reason I loved him so much from the beginning is because I always wanted a fat cat, and he definitely fit the bill!

This is what I woke up to the morning after I adopted him!  He no longer looks like this because being that heavy wasn't good for his health, so he went on a diet and looks great.

This is Catzo today! Is it just me or did this suddenly turn in to a successful weight loss story?

Still in love!

Last up for their 15 minutes of shame fame is the biggest ball of fluff, Oswald.  He was my birthday present from Christopher and myself last year.  He has the loudest purr I have ever heard, and is the best cuddler.  He literally wraps his front paws around my arm and holds it, and if I try to move it he hangs on even tighter (it is actually quite difficult to get out of his grip).

 Seriously, this kitty is just one big ball of fur! 

We all had a great time today with the photo shoot...especially me!! It has been a long time since I have been able to adjust all of the settings as I please and using manual focus (for the kitties).  I think it makes those end products that much more special!  That being said, I definitely like the point and shoot for every day photos.

~Best Wishes~