I can still hear the oft-spoken words of my mother: “Go stand over there and smile!” It didn’t matter if it was at a birthday party or a family vacation, my mom loved taking photos of us when we were growing up.  And several times a day, she’d utter those words I hated hearing oh-so-much. […]

It was several years ago, and our holiday season had been packed.  We had been so busy every week, traveled so much, and had so many sessions and weddings that year that Rachel and I thought to ourselves, “Why does the New Year have to start for us in January?” I mean sure, January has […]

I can still recall parts of his online profile description: “I am very dedicated and passionate about anything and everything I do. I want somebody who can be open with me and accept me for who I am, who is independent, and passionate about their interests, and knows how to have a good time. I […]

She looked so cute standing there in the middle of the path, bathed in the harsh light of the sodium lamp high up on the apartment building.  I walked slowly towards her, down the concrete towards a destiny I’d never imagined. It was the first time Rachel and I met.  Well, in person, anyways.  I […]

Washington, D.C. was built with the specific purpose of bringing awe to its visitors.  But sometimes, especially when you live near it, it takes a little magic and a little bit of vision to remember that, and to make the experiences of this beautiful city one’s own. Basil and Grant had that vision, and definitely […]