Closing 2016

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It’s amazing how fast a year goes by even though at times it seems to drag. Looking back at 2016 I saw many achievements and changes that I didn’t realize was happening. I probably went through the most change this year and experienced the most as well. I was able to get  healthy and lose weight to the point where I felt comfortable with myself. I saw my rescue reach new heights and I met many amazing new people along the way. I got to explore new places in the bay, challenged myself and stepped out of my comfort zone. Of course, there were the “bad” times as well but all in all it was overshadowed by all the good that happened this year. Bring it on 2017, I am so ready for what this upcoming year is going to bring! Heres a quick look back at a few other adventures in 2016.

Enjoyed a last minute weekend trip to Monterey with a friend and her wonderful family. What a wonderful break to a otherwise hectic week. I love the sweet environment and seeing two old couples still so much in love. Overall a very relaxing weekend break!

Weekend road trip on the Loneliest Road in America, miles and miles of nothing but the open road and good company!

Exploring San Francisco with a new photography friend, such a beautiful city!

Weekend Vegas trip with family, although it was way too short to really truly experience Vegas I was glad to be able to have some time off!

Yosemite National Park

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FINALLY! To be honest, I’m surprised it took so long for me to finally come here. Thanks to my friend who was able to drag me out and into the wild so to speak haha. I’m glad I went though because it was quite fun to see all the beauty nature has to offer. Not only that but I had the opportunity of meeting some new friends who have been on a crazy adventure for about 2 years. I guess sometimes taking a step out of your comfort zone is what need to be done in order to experience what is around you. I made a list of all the places in California I would like to visit, now I just need to go out and do it!

Point Reyes & Cypress Tree Tunnel

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Onwards with the explore list, we made the day trip to Point Reyes lighthouse and made sure to drop by the Cypress Tree Tunnel. It was a bit crowded when we went to the lighthouse but thankfully not too overbearing. I realized sometimes the same things can be viewed so differently depending on perspective and edit. It’s really amazing how many people come here and how each come out with different things to share. I hope to come back one day when there are less crowd for a new experience.

Commercial Randoms

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Here is another case of how rescue has brought me in contact with different situations. In this case, I had an adopter contact me asking if I would like to be in a commercial. Of course, knowing me I said no (I am super camera shy), so what do I do? Well, I got my sister to do it of course. Haha. Anyways, I was on set and wandered around taking random photos in the different locations. Nothing too interesting but I liked a few.

Avenue of the Giants

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“If your dreams don’t scare you, they’re not big enough”

I’ve made this drive quite a few times but this time we were able to make the stop at the Avenue of Giants and it was beautiful! Thankfully it was during the weekday where we pretty much had the entire 30 or so miles all to ourselves. So amazing. The main offside is not having the camera with me charged and ready. I know… pretty forgetful! But regardless it was a beautiful drive through the majestic redwood trees. Not only was it beautiful but also very peaceful and relaxing. Next time I will definitely be more prepared!

Mighty Killers Photo Meetup

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Just catching up on some backdated updates. This one is long overdue. I have been looking through my phone at some of the photos in my gallery and realized after losing many of the photos due to my neglect in backing up my phone that I haven’t posted these. I guess it was because of this meet up that I started getting back into exploring and taking photos. It was quite the experience meeting all different people who share the same interest. I’m not sure if I would be brave enough to do it again but who knows. I was pretty embarrassed though since I was one of the very few who showed up with just my handy little iPhone. Oh jeez! Anyways, it was fun nonetheless. I’m glad to have gotten the chance to connect with many other creative minds and to have given the opportunity to expand my knowledge in photography through a new perspective. Here are some shots from the meet up taken from my phone. I promised myself I will start using my camera soon… its just so much easy to just carry around my phone though!

 

Pace Gallery

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I finally got around to going to the Pace Gallery for the beautiful light displays. It was just like all the photos I had been seeing posted on Instagram. Its so wonderful to see art in all forms. My sister and I went thankfully when there wasn’t many people, I can’t even imagine the madness it would have been during the weekend. Thank goodness for working from home! I’m not sure how long this exhibit will be going on but definitely something to check out!

Davenport Beach

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It’s been awhile but I finally got going on my “California Explore” list and it was awesome. Davenport beach was absolutely beautiful. It took some time to figure out how to get down to the port but after some near death experiences (I’m kidding, we were just out of shape.) we were able to make it down to the beach. I’ve seen so many amazing photos of this place and have been itching to cross this off my list. It is definitely more beautiful in person and absolutely worth the body pains the following day. (=

Muir Woods & Random Adventures

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Wednesdays are my “mom” days, its a day I set aside specifically to spend with my mom since it’s the only day she has off from the restaurant. We have been talking about going on a hike along with some of the other employees at my parents restaurant and finally decided on Muir Woods. Overall it was a good hike although we never got the chance to complete it. Hopefully one day! We went to board way one of the other times as well as Martinez marina and it was beautiful. Just little random adventures around the bay!