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  • HAPPY FRIDAY

    outside lands festival

    Happy Friday ya’ll! I’m looking forward to a packed and good weekend. Got a bit of freelance to juggle in there, but hoping to maximize the downtime.

    I’ve still got other photos and memories I want to share with you, but its Friday, and thought this shot cracks me up.

    This was taken up at San Francisco’s Outside Lands Festival back in 2008. It was such a blast. The highlight was seeing Radiohead, Manu Chao, The Black Keys, Beck, and Cold War Kids.

    This was an early birthday present gift from Tim that year. He’s not one to go to concerts that are this big or crowded, but he was up for it. I’m glad we went, it was such a fun trip.

    And speaking of cold. It was the middle of August, but freezing in San Francisco. This shot was taken in the afternoon, and I’m wearing a beanie, scarf and fleece jacket. I also had gloves that I wore once the sun went down.

    In some ways the cooler weather was nice, and the crowds were nice too. I mean, I don’t know how people can do it, going to Coachella or Burning Man. So much heat, people get cranky.

    This trip also allowed us to visit  Tim’s good friend Toby and his wife Sonja, and their adorable kiddos.

    Anyways, have a fabulous and fulfilling weekend!

     

  • TIM SNOWBOARDING

    A week or so after Tim had passed I found this video on my laptop.

    I have to tell you the first time I saw this my heart sank, as Tim’s voice yells out in the first seconds of this. It’s awesome to hear but also so heartbreaking. But it’s typical Tim, and I’m so blessed to have this amazing video.

    And I’ve watched this enough times to be proud and honored to share this with you.

    This is from 3 or 4 years ago, when Big Bear Mountain had a pretty good dumping of snow, and it documents mainly Tim cruising down the mountain. I’m amazed at how Scott was able to film and snowboard at the same time. Its a bit long, but its a great way to see Tim in action on the mountain. And you’ll see Tim’s big smile, completely stoked and having so much fun. And I think that’s why I love this video so much.

    His ability to capture the day and genuinely live it up. And his energy was so contagious. Those are some of his best qualities and things I miss. I miss so many more things, but everyone that knew Tim, knows what I mean, and misses these qualities too.

    Watching this video also reminds me of the great times Tim and I had snowboarding together. And he was so good at snowboarding that it forced me to get better with it quickly, so that I could cruise with him, instead of falling so much. I love how this video makes you feel like you’re with Tim.

    Thank you Scott for documenting and sharing this with me. You and Tim had some great memories together, and I know this one brings a smile to your heart also.

    We miss you Tim, but we know you are up in heaven with happiness everywhere. And perfect snowboarding conditions and jumps that would make us all hoot and holler for yah.

    With all my heart, love & miss you shugar!! xo

  • KONY 2012

    For those of you not on the social media scene (if you’re not on Facebook, Twitter, etc) you may not have seen this video. However, its something big and important that you need to know about. Please take some time to watch this video. Its long, but after you see it, you’ll understand how impactful this cause is, and how easy it is to help.

     

    The filmmaker, Jason Russell, and his organization, Invisible Children is headquartered in San Diego. After watching the video, go to this link to learn more, see all the celebrities and politicians, sign the petition, and/or get the kit.

     

    Also like to give a shout out to Digitaria, also of San Diego, that created this website LRA Crisis Tracker. It’s a real-time mapping platform and data collection system to help governments, humanitarians, and policy-makers know how to respond better to Lord’s Resistance Army (or LRA).

  • TIM + OLIVER

    This photo was taken back in 2007. I love how candid the first shot is. And the second shot makes me smile. Oliver looks a bit goofy, and Tim’s got a sassy grin, like he’s about to make a joke of some sort.

  • TEDx GARDEN DANCE

    Here’s a sneak peek of my night with the lovely garden goddesses from a few weeks ago. I helped them cater a TEDx bootcamp speaker event. We had a blast, as you can see here. And met some fabulous peeps. More to follow…