After Dick Clark failed his ball drop count down, two things of national importance were happening in the beginning of 2010. James and Mara were getting married and the Ducks were set to play in the Rose Bowl. And, with perfect 20/20 foresight, we made the right choice.
In Pasedena, the Ducks never showed up and lost to Ohio State. In Pittsburgh, James and Mara tied the knot and a memorable celebration of love ensued... Congratulations you two!
On November 20th, Alison & Brett made it official at Scott's Garden in Walnut Creek. It was a beautiful venue and they were a beautiful couple, which made for a pretty good combo. 
I couldn't have asked for a more perfect model for my first prego portrait session. I didn't have to work very hard for some great looking pictures of Lara at six months and looking fantastic.
Congratulations to Erinne & Jim on their engagement, upcoming wedding and new home. 
Following the tradition of always trying to out-do eachother for our birthday, Nathalie once again set the bar high this year. For my 33rd, she had me convinced that we were headed out of town, but instead somehow landed 16 of the best seats in Pac Bell Park to watch Lincecum battle Zambrano and the Cubs for a chance at the post season. Well, the Giants lost and didn't make the playoffs, but I still got drunk with my wife and a group of my closests friends & family and managed to have a fantasic time. Thank you Nathalie...
Honnedaga Lake is a place that we all hold very close to our hearts. As a kid, it was our ticket to a virtually untouched wilderness without boundaries. We were free to explore and let the woods absorb all the youthful energy we had to offer. As an adult, not much has changed. The lake is still an escape and its natural beauty and tranquility are unmatched. It runs so deep in family history and traditions that it's appreciated beyond words.
This year, the lake added a new memory. Brett proposed to Morgan during a late night canoe paddle under the stars on Jones Lake. The still silence of the Adirondacks was briefly broken as Brett yelled from the middle of the lake, "She said YES!". I couldn't be happier for my cousin and selfishly am pleased to add one of my best friends to the family.
Nathan & Jennie got married just north of Sequoia National Park in the Sierras. Not only was it a beautiful wedding, but thanks to them, I now know of a sweet campsite that you'll never find on any map.
