In my quest to improve my photography skills, I've realized that sometimes it's better to live in the moment than always be trying to capture a picture of the moment.
We had such an amazing day. Every time we visit the city, I'm reminded of why I love it so much. It's quirky. It's unique. It doesn't take itself too seriously. You can find places of utter quiet and peace or be in the midst of hundreds of people.
And... it's the most amazingly beautiful city.
It's hard to believe that it was six years ago that we first came out here for a job interview for Dan. We were newly married and wanting to start our lives in California.
I fell immediately in love with this city.
I love taking our daughters to visit. I love walking around, experiencing the old and the new with them. I loved the look of amazement in Paityn's eyes when we came up the escalator out of the BART station, right out into the heart of Market Street. I loved watching her crane her head to look up at the tall buildings and take in all the business surrounding her. I loved watching Olivia stare around and smile at the cable cars on the street and the seagulls at the pier.
I love sharing that which I love with my daughters.
Do you have a favorite city or place that you love to share with your children?
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Lovely images... looked like you had a great family trip.
ReplyDeleteMollyxxx
What a lovely post. Lots of nice family pics. I love sharing where I grew up with my kids.
ReplyDeleteAaahhh...one of my favorite cities EVER!! My whole family went there last year and had an amazing time...I want to go back so bad!!! Thanks for the memories again.
ReplyDeleteLaurie @ Pride in Photos
I am a Midwest girl. But I've been to Sn Francisco once and would love to take my girls there. I know the joy of sharing happy places with them. And you should know that sharing with them just keeps getting better as they understand more.
ReplyDeleteWe did. We live just outside the city, but when we spend the day there, it feels like a vacation!
ReplyDeleteThat's wonderful. We live across the country from where I grew up, so I don't get to share that experience with them often. But I enjoyed it so much when we took Paityn back to NY last year. It must be wonderful to be able to share your past with your children.
ReplyDeleteIt's my favorite, too. I love living here and being able to enjoy it. I hope you are able to come back and visit again soon! If you need any recommendations on things to do when you come, please feel free to drop me a note.
ReplyDeleteIt's such a fun city with kids- there's so much to do! I am noticing that as Paityn grows up, it's becoming more and more enjoyable to share our travels.
ReplyDelete"In my quest to improve my photography skills, I've realized that sometimes it's better to live in the moment than always be trying to capture a picture of the moment." <---- yes, this!!
ReplyDeleteNeed to remember that, my daughter will NEVER look at the camera! LOL. Beautiful photos. You are an amazing photographer.
Great pictues of my hometown.
ReplyDeleteThank you!!
ReplyDeleteLooks like you all had a great visit to San Francisco. That's one of my favorite cities and I'm lucky that I get to visit there a couple times a year since my family lives there. I LOVE the ferry building. So many yummy goodies in there!
ReplyDeleteI've been to California, but not San Fran. I would love to visit and ride a cable car. Baby C would love that water structure! I love my home town of Sarasota, Florida. I love laying on the beach and putting my toes in the sand. I hope to bring baby C back to play in the water and sand.
ReplyDeleteWow great photos! I don't think I've ever been there.
ReplyDeleteYes, we love it there. I'm glad we live so close by and can visit often. But... I do wish our jobs didn't make it impossible for us to live actually in the city as I really would love to. We have to make do with lots of weekend day trips. :)
ReplyDeleteThat would be so fun if you could take Baby C back! I'm sure she would love it.
ReplyDeleteThank you! If you ever get the chance to visit, it's such an amazing city. So many things to do!
ReplyDeleteFantastic pictures :) Looks like you had a lot of fun!
ReplyDeleteThank you! We did.
ReplyDeleteI would love to visit SF, especially after seeing amazing pictures like these! Glad you and you family had fun! I can't wait to have children and be able to show them all of the things I love too.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful photos- we live outside of Detroit and I love the city. I like seeing my kids enjoy it too.
ReplyDeleteThese photos are beautiful. That's one of the pplaces I'd like to visit some day.
ReplyDeleteI hope you are able to!
ReplyDeleteIt's a fantastic city. I love living near it.
ReplyDeleteCities offer so much entertainment for children- it's fun enjoying it with them.
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