Fantasy Football - Never Again

I have officially decided that I won't play fantasy football anymore. Someone keep me accountable to that, please. I don't know why I do it cause every year I always regret it. I will admit that my team isn't the greatest but when the bench scores more points then the starters there is a serious issue. Maybe is just me. I'm a competitive person and I don't like to loose; FF does not help that at all. It's not only the loosing that I hate about it, it's the fact that I can't sit and enjoy a game without thinking about how this guys is doing or how that defense is doing and then getting upset when they aren't performing. That totally takes the enjoyment out of it for me. So today I decided that I will not play FF again.

On a good note, Thanksgiving was awesome. We had 2 turkey dinners plus all the leftovers. Good eating all around!

Corey

PS: This is probably good indication I could never be a head coach of a football team. Wouldn't that be fun though?!

Best of Weddings Winner by The Knot.com

Last week Friday late afternoon I got an unexpected phone call from The Knot.com!!! Yeah you read that right The Knot.com. They wanted to inform me and congratulate me on being a Best of Weddings 2010 Winner for the photography category in the state of WA. WOW!!! At first this didn't actually register in my head about how cool this is. Then it hit me during dinner. WOW again!
This wouldn't happen if my past brides (& grooms) hadn't voted for me. To be honest with you I had no idea this actually was going to happen. As I think more about this the cool thing is, it was done without my knowledge or me asking anyone to go vote for me. Each couple I work with my highest priority is them and their wedding day experience. I firmly believe that the experience they have on their wedding day is the most important part, which leads to capturing the most memorable moments and amazing photographs.
Look for the official announcement and launch on Jan. 22nd! It will be a new feature on The Knot.com.
Thanks to all my favorite brides who voted. I am honored to be on this list for 2010!
Corey
PS: I guess I'll be getting a plaque in the mail. I will be sure to post pics as soon as I get it!
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Live them, Love them, Share them!

If you are still on the fence about whether or not to do family photos this year then maybe this video will help. I recently heard someone say that we could possibly be in the era of lost photographs. What does that mean? Well, where are all your digital photos? If you're like most people they are probably on your computer's HD waiting to someday be lost. We have to face the fact that printed pictures are becoming less and less a norm for us. We love to have them online to view, share on Facebook but the album on the bookshelf is empty. So as a photographer what can I do to help bring these memories off a HD and into your homes. Put them to music and a fun style slideshow that you can put in your DVD player and watch them over & over. Always on the go, you can put them on your iPod too. Your photos always with you, not hiding but ready for the world to see. Be proud of your photos/memories. Not just the fancy camera that took them or the terabyte hard drive they sit on.

All family sessions that I shoot get a video just like the one above. It's on DVD, it's in iPod ready form and it's online for you to put on Facebook/Blog/etc... This holiday season you can live your memories again with the loved ones around you.

Don't loose your photos to a machine! Live them, love them, share them!!

Corey

PS: If you love the look of these videos and want to do them for your own pictures you take. Head over here, save yourself some $$$ and begin making your own movies.

PPS: If you don't already have a place online to share your photos, sign up with SmugMug. They are the best.

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I'm A Superhero's Side-kick

Yep that's right, I am a superhero! I have always wanted to be a superhero and last Saturday I was. Well I only got to be a Superhero's side-kick but that cool too. Especially since my superhero son was THE superhero. I think I know how Robin felt being Batman's side-kick. :) My Son was so excited about his superhero costume, which was homemade by my wife. Don't mistake him for one of the Incredibles, because wasn't one, he was Might Max. And I was Might Max's Super Side-kick!

We had a blast at our church's Trunk-or-Treat event. It was a great atmosphere for him to have fun with his friends, get candy, and play fun games. I loved watching him get excited about his bucket of candy. I had one of those moments, where I saw myself on the floor (just like he was) with wide eyes looking at what I got. Life is getting more and more exciting as he and his brother grow.

It was a super fun weekend. And I have my share of candy to eat too!

Corey

PS: Only one more month before the holidays are here. Get your family portraits done! Mention this post for a discount.

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Merissa & Jay... wedding!

Take a minute to watch this before reading any further.....



Merissa & Jay, where to begin with their wedding?! It was magnificent, moving, heart-stopping, and those are only a handful of words to describe it. I was so excited for their wedding and it exceeded all my expectations. Beautiful church doors, small town theater with poka-dot doors, flashing lights on a police car, and a country road were some of the attractions for the day together. Merissa & Jay weren't afraid to be themselves in front of the camera for sure. It was one to remember!!!

Merissa & Jay, thank you for letting me join you for your magnificent day. You are awesome. Blessings to you both and your new chapter of life.

Corey












Yes I did get a police car pose for us too! The policeman parked his car and turned the lights on for us.












PS: I can't wait to put together their Storybook. It is going to be breath-taking. I will share for sure when it's done.

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Welcome One Days Wages

I am proud to write about an amazing organization that launched today. Eugene & Minhee, who founded this organization are really good friends of ours. I'm excited about what they're doing & even more excited about partnering with them on many levels. Below's a note from Eugene about the launch. Please take the time to read it and also take part in the fight.
One Day's Wages - an international grassroots movement dedicated to ending extreme global poverty.  We are certainly not the first and thankfully, not the last...

Here are 5 simple ways you can help:

1.  Visit the website - onedayswages.org and create an account.
2.  Make a donation. Calculate your day's wages on the website or make another donation. You can choose to invest in one of the organizations/projects highlighted on the website. 100% of your donations (minus transaction costs) go directly to these projects.

3.  Be a FAN on Facebook: facebook.com/onedayswages
4.  Spread the word. Use the tools on our website (like Twitter) to spread the movement with your friends and network.
5.  Forward this email.

The numbers regarding extreme global poverty are overwhelming but there is some good news. There are already individuals and organizations around the world doing amazing work to fight extreme global poverty. We're not trying to re-invent the wheel but rather to collaborate and partner with others and inviting you to join this movement dedicated to ending extreme global poverty.

We know that the issues are very complex but it’s also very simple:  It shouldn’t be this way and doesn’t have to be this way. In our lifetime, we can end extreme global poverty.
As I write this I think about the cup of coffee next to me and how much it costs. What's disturbing about it is that we don't think about what a cup of coffee costs us, we need it in the morning to get going. At least I have something to get going for right? Please take the time to spread the word and join the fight. You won't regret it.

Corey

PS: If you want a good cup of coffee go to the Q Café, they give 10% back to outside causes.

Happy 1st B-day Little Man!

To my little man,

Happy 1st Birthday! What a year it's been. You have grown so much. Each day is a new adventure for us. I am so blessed to call you my son. Your smile, laugh, dancing and more are such a joy in my life. Momma & I love you more than you could ever imagine. We celebrate you today!

Love,

Dadda