66/365 - dancing light

dancing light
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I was pretty bummed heading home today. I had some pretty mediocre shots of the weight room I worked out at, the light was low, and I knew my kids would be pretty tired after a long day, so the prospect of getting any good shots seemed pretty dim.

It was raining and the traffic was bad, so I popped my camera out its' bag and started shooting. It was a blast. Smiles and even a chuckle or two and I was feeling good once again.

Not sure any of the shots were good, but I had fun. This one is actually through the windshield of my car as I was waiting for the light to change. It is the headlights of the cars across from me also waiting for the light and the reflection of those lights off the dark and wet pavement.

64/365 - through the lens

64/365 - through the lens
Originally uploaded by riebhoff

My friend Doug's daughter trying to figure out how it all works...

63/365 - g's 100th day

63/365 - g's 100th day
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My oldest celebrated her 100th day of kindergarten today. This is her 100 day project, a giant heart with 100 cut-out, stenciled, or painted-on hearts inside. She did everything herself (or with her 4-year-old sister's help). Not a technically great shot, but a special day for her, she was beaming!!!

62/365 - beach day

62/365 - beach day
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Beach day with our three little ones. Michele loves it there and finally got to relax a bit with our littlest. She looked so beautiful holding her, I had to make it my picture of the day.

61/365 - a promise

61/365 - a promise
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I went to a memorial service for a former student at our school. 24 is far too young. The father gave an amazing talk that made me think about my own three children. So here is my promise to them:

I will always love you. Nothing will ever stop that love. It will be there when you are bad, when you are good, whether you are near or far. I will love you regardless of where life's road leads you, no matter who you choose to be. I will always be here for you when you need me, and even when you don't. I will always love you.

60/365 - time on my hands

60/365 - time on my hands
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I had 2 shots left for the January Monthly Scavenger Hunt...this is one...

56/365 - All Stars

56/365 - All Stars
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I dig the old school Chucks. Michele leaves these by the door to run out recycling and whatnot....I have been eyeing them for weeks now and finally sprung...

lulu and juju

lulu and juju
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Yes, there is a pattern emerging here, Monday-Friday I get home late and with no good light, no family pictures. The weekend comes, however...I love these weekends!

tres lindas

tres lindas
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OK, more of a personal fave than anything else, but I am ok with that. Three of the four most beautiful girls in the world (Gabby was decorating the house for our cioppino night with Gradpa Brice and Bama).

XP Arastradero

XP Arastradero
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I have passed this place (Arastradero Preserve) every day for seven years and have not taken a single hike...until today. A little cross process in post for fun...

52/365 - berries in rain

52/365 - berries in rain
Originally uploaded by riebhoff

Another rainy day in California. These berries caught my eye on the way to my car.

51/365 - fungi gone wild

51/365 - fungi gone wild
Originally uploaded by riebhoff

Crazy storm hit California today. I say crazy, but in most states it would have been considered pretty mild. We are a bit wimpy when it comes to weather out here. Anyway, a break in the storm allowed me to snag a few shots.

50/365 - it's all in the eyes

50/365 - it's all in the eyes
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Before I became a parent, I never really imagined that each child would have such a unique personality. Our three are so different in every possible way. The oldest (top) is all heart and would cuddle all day if she could, the youngest (middle) is happy-go-lucky, and our middle (botton) is our super-bright comedian. You can see it all in their eyes...

last day in carpinteria

Big storm hitting the coast today, so we took a morning walk and then packed and bolted back to Norcal. Last shot before we left...

golden girl

I loved chewing on the sour stems of these flowers when I was a kid....

heading south

Family trip to visit grandparents just south of Santa Barbara. Love that Friday traffic...

sweet baby j

she is looking through our sliding glass door to where her older sisters are playing. soon enough, baby j, soon enough.

five hearts

My 6-year-old is always making tiny art projects to ornament our home. This one appeared on the glass door of our shower one day. A heart for mom, dad and our three girls. For all the heartache that comes with being a parent, these little gifts make it all worthwhile.

great oak and cloud

In the summer I can't wait to see clouds, but I never remember to appreciate them enough when they actually are here.

grasses on a hike

The semester is coming to an end and I was frantically grading away when I decided to take a little break. Nice to teach in such a beautiful space.