My friend Roger and I were planning for weeks about how and where he’s going to propose to his girlfriend. We checked out a few different locations and Roger settled on the vista point on the Sausalito side of Golden Gate Bridge. It was to be on a Saturday early morning that I would drive there, hide in the bushes in the little central structure and wait until Roger would bring his sweetheart to the spot. It went great in spite of the visiting tourists and passersby in the area.

Judy didn’t suspect a thing and in fact claimed to still be sleepy and a bit shocked at once. I came up to them after Roger pointed me out and the three of us had a nice lunch in Sausalito.

A quick prompted photo:

Congrats to Roger and Judy!! I wish you guys all the best. Looks like it’ll be me on the other side of the camera lens as part of a bridal party pretty soon :)

Mike

Even in California where we don’t get to experience the true four seasons, I still notice the small changes between seasons and spring makes me very happy. I love this time of the year when it becomes warm again, the rains are almost over, the hills are green and there’s this crazy energy in the air!

I found this blossoming cherry tree right under our windows and just had to take some photos of it.

Enjoy!

Natasha

While most people say we need more rain, and I agree, it certainly sucks to be in the middle of a weekend-long downpour! Tomorrow’s intimate wedding in San Francisco, however, promises to put smiles on everyone’s faces. With guests coming from around the world it’s really promising to be one to remember.

Not sure yet if any outdoor settings will be possible for some bride and groom time, but with so many beautiful indoor possibilities in SF we’ll just make the best of it.

Every cloud does have a silver lining… I just found this beautiful scene in front of my window.

I’ve been an uncle for a year now! We had a nice family visit to my brother’s house for Ender’s first birthday. The cute little thing started walking just 2 weeks ago – still pretty unsure of his steps - plus I hear those pampers really get in the way :) I don’t know if he knew it was his birthday but he sure had everyone’s attention, as always.

The highlight for Ender must’ve been the cake with which he really got to have his way. The musical candle itself was playing the birthday tune while he looked on with big eyes. Then came the fun part of squashing, smashing, and rubbing the cake over everything from his face to the table cloth and chair!

Following a quick half-body dip into the bathroom sink with the help of his grandmas he was mostly sugar free again. It was only a few months ago when he fit into the kiddy style sink-bath completely :)

The photo below was taken by my brother, Alex.

- Mike