Susan & Ralph at the Beltane Ranch

"Some people have asked me, is there any difference between getting married when you're 67, versus 27? And my answer is yes, less sex and more soup." Ralph's quote might have been the quote of the weekend. On the other hand, Susan's "Of course I'm relaxed. this isn't a Taliban wedding." was a very close second.

We had a blast shooting Susan & Ralph's wedding. An amazing couple, a gorgeous wedding under the Beltane's oaks & a wedding ceremony that was as heart felt as it was hysterical. We wish all the best to the new bride and groom.

Four Years & Counting

Today, Nathalie and I are celebrating our four-year anniversary. In honor of us, I shall regurgitate one of my favorite toasts from the late Herb Cain:

Here’s to the roses and lilies in bloom,

You in my arms and I in your room.

A door that is locked, a key that is lost,

A bird and a bottle, and a bed badly tossed,

And a night that is 50 years long.

Proud Parents Heading Back to Work

Still can't believe it's been three months since Charlie was born. Feeling very blessed to have been able to take all that time off to spend every moment with our new little creature, but having a hard time today going back to work...

The below pictures were taken in Yosemite National Park and, of course, our bed during nap time.

Rebecca & Daniel - Wedding coming Soon

We shot Rebecca & Daniel's engagement photos at and around the Ferry Building in San Francisco. Can't wait for the wedding...

Our Daughter - Charlotte Vaughan Allen

Nathalie & I have the great pleasure in announcing the birth of our first child, Charlotte Vaughan Allen. "Charlie" was born on March 10, 2011 at 8:36 a.m. She tipped the scales at 7 pounds 4 ounces and was 19.5 inches long. She's a Pisces, enjoys being swaddled, eating, pooping and sleeping very much.

Here's a video I put together to welcome her to this strange world. It's a montage of our closest friends and family that were all overjoyed with her arrival. Charlie is one lucky baby to have all these people in her life...

The Dunn's add a Molly

Ryan & Julie strike again. Already having one of the cutest boys around (Dylan), The Dunn's decided to even the playing field and add another girl to the family. That way, mom isn't out-numbered.

Introducing Molly Morgan Dunn. She was born on November 4th and has already pledged her allegiance to the San Francisco Giants.

Road to Natty Goes Through Our Watering Hole

The Oregon Duck has been known to make an appearance on any given Saturday at RBAR. That is a fact.

However, no one can tell you exactly why the Duck has chosen this magical place. Perhaps the bar falls square on his migratory path? Perhaps it is because of the host of Oregon faithful that grace the bar's stools? Or perhaps, the Duck just likes to drink beer? Whatever the case, the Duck & RBAR made the front page story in the Register Guard today. Check out the article HERE.

Go Ducks!