Posted on May 27, 2009

My friend Gill has a friend from Law School who’s daughter was born with a brain cancer called Neuroblastoma.  Every year, they hold a fund raising picnic, Sunday In the Park With Lilah, to raise money for the Sick Kids Hospital.  It is a great time with lots of great stuff for the kids.  Last year we went and had a great time. There was a baseball throwing event at a Blue Jays booth, jumping castles, science experiments,  music concerts with local well known musicians, face painting &  lots of food and treats !! We were all very happy to be there so were the tons and I mean TONS of other families!! Hope you can make it! Lilah’s Fund




Posted on May 26, 2009

Its true. Sooner or later you will shop at Li’l Niblets & Baby Sprouts. If you have shopped there  already, you understand completely when I say you will always find the newest, coolest  and best baby products on the market. You will also find the most helpful sales people . There is something about that place that just makes me feel good.  I’ve been shopping there for 7 years and I can confidently say they carry the best Canadian baby products available as well as the most unique and helpful items from around the world.  Almost makes me want another baby, and that my friend, is a hard thing to accomplish. I love the two I have now but the 60lbs I put on with both of them plus  severe nausea and bed rest was a huge deterrent for a third!! Anyway, today I had one of the most bizarre experiences  I’ve had living in Toronto. After driving 1.5 hours to a doctors appointment that apparently never existed, I found myself stopping in at Li’l Niblets on Avenue Rd & Lawrence for a pick me up.  Many of  you know my kids are no longer babies and your wondering since my youngest is 5, why I’m still shopping there.  Because they have great stuff for older siblings and I pick up baby gifts there too.  I  shop there for the accessories I need and after seeing what s new, the things I didn’t know I needed!!  Now they are doing a  monthly contest for a $100 gift certificate for their store!!!  So as I started, sooner or later you will shop at Li’l Niblets & Baby Sprouts, its by far the best baby store in this city.  Make it sooner and enter the monthly contest for $100 gift certificate !!!

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Posted on May 25, 2009

How did 20 days go by without a post? I had vowed not to let this happen. But it did. Wedding & Prom  season started and I’ve been fortunate to be a part of both. Its funny, I have seen a number of children and family photographers slowly drift into weddings and I wondered, could this be a money thing? Could the family portraiture business be plummeting in this economy? Well I have my answer folks….

Its crazy fun and exciting !!!

I looove shooting weddings!!!!!

Its the most happy day of someones life and they have planned months and months for it, if not a whole year. All those details that were pondered on again and again by countless people and finally chosen, have all come together for this one brief day. I love capturing all the things the bride, groom and their families put their heart and soul into choosing and yet on this day may not have the chance to fully appreciate their coming together.  Thanks for a very special and wonderful day N&C (and of course David). I am grateful I was able to be a part of your day. My best to you both.

A Quiet Moment

Sore Feet

Wedding Shoes





Posted on May 5, 2009

Hurry up and get your camera out!!! Today’s Parent Magazine is having a contest for one seriously fantastic looking cute kid to be on the cover of their magazine! Since opening up my own photography business I have had the pleasure of photographing some of the cutest kids both new and grown.  I know you have them – so take out your camera and start shooting.  How great would it be to have a picture of your kid on Today’s Parent Magazine as a keepsake ???   I wish I could apply – certainly if you know my kids you know I have a couple of runway wannabees  – but sadly as a professional I cannot. But that doesn’t mean you can’t . So start shooting and let me know how your images look.  If you need a pointer or two on how to dress your child or what camera preset will work best for your location,  give me a call.  I’d be happy to help start the career of a future superstar!

My Oldest Superstar

My Youngest Superstar





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