a tribute to family

Just returned from my O'Donnell family reunion and wow am I exhausted! With 10 little nephews and nieces ranging from 8 to 2 yrs old...I was quite busy entertaining, teaching them how to dive off the deep end and playing board games. But I also had the chance to take some individual portraits of my adorable cousins...Macy Jane, Charlie and Jack (I'm now referred to as "big jack" now that we have two in the family haha).

Macy Jane

Charlie

Jack

sunsets on the bay

momma pat

I adore my mother, not only because she's been my rock and best friend, but also because she always makes me laugh, the deep in the belly kind of laughter. My mother is beautiful inside and out. Love you Momma Pat!

crabbing in the chesapeake

well, there's a first thing for everything right? who knew this city gal would love stringing a chicken wing and casting it off the dock in hope of a little tug from below...the highlight was watching my cousin jack get his first crab, so funny!

knickknacks and other randoms...

farmers market

city living

Bree

my dear friend Bree has not only been there for me since my freshman year (her sophomore year) of college, but she also is my sorority sister, portland enthusiast and lover of everything green and eco-friendly... :)

I accidentally exposed the film a bit when this pic was shot during a shopping trip in Georgetown...but I still think this photo is quite beautiful.

a rose is just a rose...