Bridal Shower of Awesomeness!

It's been one heck of a weekend! Instead of a full post of the entire two busy (but fun) days I've had I'll start with the first fun thing that happened.

Saturday we had Sheryl's bridal shower! It was so much fun; Sue (Sheryl's mom) did a great job hostessing and organizing the food (see below). And I had a great time organizing decorations for the patio.

Rather than info dump at the top of the post I've filled in the gaps between photos (my husband says it's much more interesting to read that way). :)

If you like what you see, or want to wish Sheryl a congrats, just post a comment! Thanks!




Marcos Catering - (310)631-3213 - did the food for the shower (Sue's genius idea) and it was amazing! Seriously, the best tacos I've ever had.



Sue asked me to be in charge of decorations - it was so much fun! I coordinated with a few girlfriends who helped out and I must say it looked pretty awesome when we were done. :)


Best 7-layer dip on earth.

The bride-to-be's new ring!


Ade even got a few presents!


The bow bouquet for Sheryl's rehearsal - great job Alison!

Alsace Lorraine bakery did a phenomenal job with the cake...tasted as good as it looked.


Sheryl opening a present from Alison that was better left not shared with the grandma's and new mother-in-law. ;)

Group shot (R-L): Sheryl (bride-to-be), Alison, me (middle), Elizabeth and Angela.


Blessings,
Christine Lee Smith

Date with a Camera

So I found myself with a free night and a little cabin fever. What to do? What to do?

Well, I decided to take my camera out on a date (since hubby was off with the teens for the evening). I wasn't sure where I was going, how long I'd be out or what I was even going to photograph - but I was determined to go out and have a little photographic fun.

If you like what you see, leave a comment! I love comments! Seriously, they make my day. :)

On my way out the door I realized the door frame made a perfect tripod, so I caught a couple images with the setting sun behind...

I ended up downtown near the convention center. I ended up meeting the cutest couple - they were on their way to a square dance in the area! How cute is that?!

At first I thought the water works/light show was cheesy, but then I decided, "What the heck?" and had a blast.

On my way home I realized the lights in alley with my Mustang looked particularly cool so I experimented a little there, too, before calling it a night.

Finally I played with the alley spot light (don't tell my dad - he'd kill me for hanging out in a dark Long Beach alley).

Blessings,
Christine Lee Smith

Basketball Night

Every Tuesday night Matt goes to play basketball with his friends and family down in Garden Grove at Living Spring.

On occasion I'll go play, too. However, last night I decided to take my camera instead.

It was a completely different experience. I've photographed sports before, but honestly, I've never enjoyed it until last night (maybe that had something to do with photographing my hottie). :)

Regardless, here are the results. If you like what you see leave a comment!

Blessings,
Christine Lee Smith

Personal Project - February 2009

This month I did a self portrait for my personal project. I had a lot of fun pulling out my camera and trying out a different kind of photo shoot. And yes, my shirt says, "Alaska: We Grow Ice." :)









Blessings,
Christine Lee Smith