Stacey and I (and the wee ones) wanted to take a moment out of our day and wish you all a Happy Valentines Day.  As you can see, we spent some time on the slopes sledding as a family.  It's too bad we didn't have the camera out for Lauren catching some serious air, but she is proud to report that she has now graduated to the "big hill".  We hope you were able to spend the day with your special loved one/ones! 

So I figured it was about time that I try to post a few images while we are on our family vacation in Florida.  It all started a few months back when Stacey's sister was wanting us to go with her on a Disney Cruise.  She had just been through a very difficult year and wanted as much of her family to join her as possible.  After some very strong persuasion and an "offer we couldn't refuse", we decided to join her family.  Since we were going to be in Florida, we made plans to also spend some time with Stacey's parents in Naples and check in on some photographers we know in Miami. 

So far we have been blessed by wonderful weather and a great time.  We got to meet up with four of the people I went to Tanzania, Africa with and met some new friends.  My friends Ray Santana and Kenny Kim were holding the portfolio plus workshop at the Biltmore Hotel in Coral Gables, and while doing so, Laura Parker, Phillip Glickman, and David Burke were all coming in to attend or help.  We all share a unique bond by going to Tanzania on the behalf of Thirst Relief.  The next day we had plans to meet up with another photographer I met a few years ago at WPPI by the name of Carlos Baez.  When I told him we were going to be in town, he and his lovely wife invited us over for lunch.  They have the two cutest boys and were such gracious hosts. We had Cuban sandwiches (which I have grown to love) followed by the best Cuban coffee, and a wonderful conversation.  Carlos has been working in photography for over 20 years and has so much great information to share.  

We have one day left at Stacey's parents and then are on our way to the boat!  If all goes according to schedule I heard there will be a shuttle launch the morning we get back to dock.  If so, we should be able to watch it from the boat.  How cool is that!  We have been having a great time and will try to bring some of the Florida sun back with us!  Here are just a few odd and end pictures that we grabbed so far while on vacation. 

Visiting the Polynesian at Disney World where Stacey's sister and her family are staying





Lauren waiting for Tinker Bell to open up the fireworks (which she did if you look at the far right :)



Disney from across the bay at night



South Beach



The "house" that Versace built



This guy would sing on the side of Collins Avenue both days we were there



Starting Lauren off on the right foot!



At Naples chilling out with Stacey's parents









P.S.  If anyone has tried calling me, my phone went out of commission and we haven't been able to get it fixed.  Please either try Stacey or e-mail us!

Hey!  If you were in attendance at this little cutie's birthday party and would like to see/order images of all the fun, click on this link.  You will have to register with the site and enter the keyword (which is our guest of honor's first name, all lower case).  If you have any trouble gaining access, you can contact me at: stacey@stajastudios.com.