Today was a day to catch up with things in the studio and to check out the veggie garden. Then I had a wonderful surprise, my mom and tía (aunt) came to visit. My mom doesn’t drive anymore and my aunt once in a while. They traveled on the bus (a little over an hour) just to see us. They are two years apart: my aunt being the oldest. They grew up more like sisters and they act like it too. Always fussing but with great heart. With the passing of my grandmother over a year ago, these two ladies are now the matriarchs of the family. My love for them is so great…
Saturday, May 30, 2009
Veggie Flowers
Friday, May 29, 2009
Early Morning
Late evening
I say lucky for Lisa Jack, the place was packed and she was making some sales. And of course, I have some images.
The crowdWednesday, May 27, 2009
Out & About
It’s usually a full morning, sometime a full day or a few days in a row. At the end of these days, I’m usually beat and need a siesta. Then I look back and realize what I would do with out them or them without me. And it ALL comes down to, the love and respect we have for one another. Below are some of my favorite shots of today.
A fly in a spider web. Isn’t nature just wonderful.
Tuesday, May 26, 2009
Around Town
Tribute to writer-director-actor Luis Valdez @ the Reel Rasquache Film Festival 09, held at Cal State University, Los Angeles. Back (l-r): Jose Luis Valenzuela, Lorena Alvarado, Pepe Serna, Evelina Fernandez, Esai Morales, David Barrera, Enrique Castillo. Center (l-r): Mike Gomez, Lupe Valdez, Luis Valdez, Lupe Ontiveros, Jesus Treviño, Bel Hernandez, Cris Franco. Front (l-r): Griselda Navarro, Eddie Olmos, Sal Lopez & John Ramirez.
A Family Picnic
This past Sunday, I spent it at a family picnic. It was over thirty of us, made up of sisters, brothers, father, mothers, in-laws and the next generation. I tried to get photos of everyone there, which was fun to do. I hope the next time we get together; it will be all of us (over 60).
We had a wonderful time.
My brother Chelo and my tía Sabi having a good laugh over some cheve (beer).Monday, May 25, 2009
Not A Writer, Just A Photographer
Potato Vine
I never thought I would do one of these blogs. But, what the heck, it can be another outlet to show my work. And support artist whose work I enjoy. So, this is my beginning.
For the past few years I’ve been shooting my garden and having lots of fun with it. But now it’s become even more exciting, thanks to my brother. We now have two lily ponds going. Which brings in new little creatures (butterflies, bumble bees, dragon flies, etc.) and it makes my life so calming. I thank my brother for that; he’s been working on our garden for the past year.