This is how I spend my coffee break.

Shooting in Santa Monica this weekend I had some time to kill and needed coffee so I wandered South to Abbot Kinney Blvd in Venice for a divine cup of coffee and a little photography-walk. One of my very favorite things in the world to do with my time.

Abbot’s Habit slings some amazing joe.
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i heart strawberries

i’m gonna jump out there and just say there’s no better fruit / berry. they’re perfect just as they are.

or dusted in powdered sugar.

baked into the most heavenly bread.

with coffee, of course.

the list of ways to eat a strawberry is nearly endless and i’ve only tried one way in which i don’t think i’ll sign up for again…injected with Grand Marnier, that’s a story for an entirely different post.




the best thing about the weekend

is the breakfast. my very favorite, steel cut oats.

this was saturday morning.

and this is sunday morning’s. i guess i was feeling pretty hungry this morning.




coffee breaks and moments

of rest as i zip through the sidewalks and streets of L.A. on a photo assignment of popular sights in the city.






the third.

baking, baking and a little more baking. it’s how i’ve decided to commemorate this holiday season. i’ve found so much comfort in taking control of what i eat and feed my family. baking treats that are a little better for us has been a root of enjoyment for me this christmas.


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