Leaving Las Vegas "richer"...

Heidi and I returned from Las Vegas last Friday. We were there for the annual WPPI Convention (Wedding and Portrait Photographers International) which was held at the MGM Grand. We also got to spend some time with family which we cherished as it kept us grounded in the sea of overstimulation that is Las Vegas.

We attended some great presentations/classes at WPPI and met some amazing people. One presentation that stands out as "hands down the best" we attended was Jonathan Canlas's "I'm not just a Wedding Photographer". The content of his presentation was fantastic but that was not what captured us. It was his aura, or his persona, that captured and welcomed all of us in attendance. His ability to be true to himself, his family and friends is so inspiring but it was his genuine love for others that struck us the most. His compassion and caring for others is almost Zen-like and this very much comes out in his photography. We were absolutely honored to have been in attendance!!!

http://canlasphotography.blogspot.com/

This was the first time that we have left Las Vegas feeling "richer" than when we arrived. We reconnected and shared with family which made the trip so special. We learned and were inspired. We met and shared with new friends. We definitely left Las Vegas "richer" than when we arrived...

Now some photos...

The importance of family...

My wife and I just returned from Las Vegas where we got to spend some much needed time with some family, and we also attended the WPPI Convention. I had not seen this part of my family in years, I mean like 12+ years, and this was the first time meeting them for Heidi.

As I travel down the road of life, Family has become of great importance. Family gives strength, Family inspires, Family supports, Family loves and Family is who we are. For me, life has become so much more meaningful as I begin to better understand the importance of Family. I love you all!!! If you are reading this you are part of my Family and you are appreciated more than you know.

Tell someone you love them right now!!! Do not wait to say "I love you" as there is nothing more important in this world than sharing your love.

WE LOVE YOU ALL!!!!!

What happens in Vegas.......

What happens in Vegas, stays in Vegas, right? Unless your wife has a camera and you think it's funny enough to blog. After talking with this guy for a bit, we found out that he is married and has 2 kids. Oh silly Las Vegas.........