Two weddings, Two museums, A Sculpture Garden, Princeton, parties, fun times!

Friday:  The first thing I noticed when we got to New Jersey were the colors!  We've been living in a brown world in California so the colors really stimulated my soul.  These pix are in N. Brunswick, NJ in my Aunt Joann and Uncle Ross' neighborhood.

The first wedding we went to was my cousin Maria and Cesars's wedding at an old winery out in the countryside. Maria looked gorgeous as did all my family, everyone all dolled up for the occasion.  These photos are from the I-phone so they're not that great but I'm sure you'll get the picture :)

I love the tradition of throwing money at the couple as they dance as a symbol of abundance.

Hand rolled cigars after dinner

Saturday:  The next day uncle Ross did some chores.  Those trees might be pretty but they sure drop a lot of leaves.

The moment we arrived at my cousin Christina's house her kids were waiting to show me their drawings and cartoons. We disappeared for twenty minutes and wrote a script based on their characters then performed the script for the family. It was pretty funny!

Sunday:  We spent a lovely day with cousin John and family in Princeton.

We ate at Agricola - a local produce restaurant that was delicious.

It was our first day where it was really cold.  On went the scarves and sweaters and boots.

Luke channeling his inner Einstein.

On our trip we bumped in to two people we know.  My neighbor was on the same plane as us flying to NJ and as we were walking down the street in Princeton I heard a woman's voice say, "Vince?"  It was a former student from USC who lives in New York now.  She was visiting Princeton for the day.  Wow, small world.

Even though it was cold outside it didn't stop any of us from having a favorite dessert, gourmet ice cream.

Monday:  Philadelphia.  Our first stop was the Liberty Bell.

Then to Independence Hall.  It was quite the feeling to stand in the very room that the constitution was written.

But the biggest thrill was going to the Barnes Museum! OMG!!!  Over 180 Renoirs plus tons of Cezannes, Picasso's, Modagliani's.  I swear I died and went to art heaven.  If you ever get a chance to go to this museum don't hesitate, it was amazing.

Here we are before entering the galleries.  I had no idea what happiness awaited me.  We couldn't take photos in the galleries so no pictures of the art :(

Tuesday: More leaves to clean up - they just keep on coming.

 My dad finally arrived in New Jersey!

That evening we went to cousin Thomas and Lauren's house. I had a new cousin to meet - cutie pie smiley face Ryan:

Big brother Tyler:

Have you ever seen me so happy?  Thank you Sandy for bringing those cannoli's - the best ever!

The cream puffs and chocolate cake weren't bad either.  Hog heaven, of course I had to try all of them.

Wednesday:   Grounds for Sculpture in Hamilton.  I loved this place.  Gorgeous grounds, art, food and drinks.  Paradise.  

I kept expecting to see Little Red Riding Hood strolling down the lane.

My dad took this photo.  I love the reflection.

Thursday:   Are you tired yet?  No way!  Today we went to New York with aunt Debbie and lovely cousin Elisha.  Guess where we went?

Yup, the Natural History Museum.  Check out the three girls standing next to us.  Definitely in the Witness Protection Program.

Central Park was in gorgeous form, every tree was aglow with color.

Friday:  Sharing a good laugh with Dad.  We were reading those Auto Correct mistakes that phones make that wind up really embarrassing people.  

Decorating the house.

At the church rehearsal

And then the rehearsal dinner party

Hmmm....a flask.  Seems like a well thought out present.

Sunday:  The day has finally arrived - Anthony & Jennifer's Wedding.

Corinne - I'm not going to let you forget that you said you'd fly to L.A. if we get you Price Is Right tickets.  Better start packing your bags.  

Kids Class October '13

Talent comes in all sizes.  Loved working with these kids.  They inspired me as much as I (hopefully) inspired them.  After four classes they were sad it was over.  So was I.

Besties

Nancy was getting some new head shots and of course I had to get my mug in there too.  

Love my Nanny girl:

Miss Audrey - bringer of happiness:

Chucky and the Osbournes

Vince shot the Eyegore Awards at Universal Studios.  He said that he never saw such enthusiasm from the reporters as when Chucky stepped on to the red carpet.  Here's a link (http://vinpix.com/blog/13892939) to a bunch of pictures from the event but I had to share a couple of my favorites:

Reporters going ga-ga over Chucky

You know it's gonna be a good party when Ozzie and Geezer show up

Kelly Osbourne hanging with Chucky

Rocking with Scary Cherry & The Bang Bangs

Had a blast with the Bang Bangs at the Whiskey A Go Go!

Here's a piece of trivia:  We're standing in front of the Whiskey Marquee which also has an ad for a new t.v. show called Hello Ladies. Two nights before Vince had photographed the premiere party for Hello Ladies.  Such a small world we're twirling around in.

Here's Mario rocking it!  Come on let's go!!!

Lezlie and the girls commanding the stage...

It was fun to see friends that I've known since Jr. High.  It's such a gift to have friends for life.  Love you all!  xoxox

Cat Face

Duhhhhhhhhhh

Ocean Seafood in China Town and The Trains in Griffith Park

Had a fun day in China Town and Griffith Park with Rich, Nicole and Matt.  We started our day at Ocean Seafood for Dim Sum. Happiness on a plate!  I'd been craving bao for a month so it tasted extra good.

After we ate we shopped.  I bought a toy gun/lighter/lazer light that the cats love, and a bamboo roller so I can take a stab at making home made sushi....

And this awesome doggy change purse...gotta love China Town!

Then we went to Griffith Park and took Matt on a train ride.

Then to Travel Town to play on the big trains....

Vince was there too but he was so busy taking photos that he didn't get in any of them.  Ooops....got to remember to take one of him when we're on our adventures.

Jenna and Quinten's Wedding Day - Live, Love, Laugh

A special wedding for Jenna and Quinten at the Circle Bar B Guest Ranch in Santa Barbara.  Everything was so beautiful - the bride was stunning, the groom so handsome, the ceremony full of true emotions of love.  What a perfect day.

A breather after the ceremony.

Quinten and John - great friends and now brothers in law.

Gug and John Jr.

I usually don't like the taste of wedding cakes but I've got to say this one was delicious.  Chocolate cake with strawberries inside.  Yum.

That You Tube video that went viral a few years ago has started a whole new trend in weddings.... choreographed performances from the wedding party.  Here's the bridesmaids doing their dance.

Joann kept teasing Vince about how handsome he is.  I finally said, "let me take a picture of you two." I think she wants to keep him :)

These photos are all from our phone so red eyes and all here's the lovely couple.

Quinten wanted a big old steak for his dinner.  The groom got what he wanted.

The father of the bride and his little girl.

Lorie and Gug watching over their girl and new son in law.

Our 16th wedding anniversary

Yeah, time does fly that fast.
I remember the day we got married like it was yesterday.  The feeling, the anticipation about making a really big decision.  I remember us walking down the beach, hand in hand in paradise, exchanging our vows under a Kauai sunset, barefoot, feet firmly in the ground.  We took root that day and sixteen years later we continue to grow.

Lunch at Zen Sushi.  How does Vinney make soybeans look so beautiful?

Getting supplies before we go home.

Giraffes and Monkeys

After weeks of auditions it's really fun to get in to the studio and record....

In fact it makes me want to dance....

But the best part is the love from the actors....I loves me my actors....