October 6, 2008
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Weekend PhotoVlog
Best of the rest…Claudio’s brother Cris and his wife Valesca are visiting with their two kids Victor & Isabella, so we drove up to Santa Barbara to meet up with Eva (who just returned from Bine’s wedding) and Bassam. It was a rare rainy day in Southern California, and at first the kids were a little hesitant on the beach. But soon, the clouds dissipated and it ended up being a gorgeous day!Soundtrack courtesy of Vienna Teng.
Song: Lullaby for a Stormy Night from the album Waking Hour. Check it out on iTunes!
Little child, be not afraid
The rain pounds harsh against the glass
Like an unwanted stranger
There is no danger
I am here tonight
Little child
Be not afraid
Though thunder explodes
And lightning flash
Illuminates your tearstained face
I am here tonight
And someday you’ll know
That nature is so
This same rain that draws you near me
Falls on rivers and land
And forests and sand
Makes the beautiful world that you see
In the morning
Little child
Be not afraid
The storm clouds mask your beloved moon
And its candlelight beams
Still keep pleasant dreams
I am here tonight
Little child
Be not afraid
The wind makes creatures of our trees
And the branches to hands
They’re not real, understand
And I am here tonight
And someday you’ll know
That nature is so
This same rain that draws you near me
Falls on rivers and land
And forest and sand
Makes the beautiful world that you see
In the morning
For you know, once even I
Was a little child
And I was afraid
But a gentle someone always came
To dry all my tears
Trade sweet sleep for fears
And to give a kiss goodnight
Well, now I am grown
And these days have shown
Rain’s a part of how life goes
But it’s dark and it’s late
So I’ll hold you and wait
’til your frightened eyes do close
And I hope that you’ll know
That nature is so
This same rain that draws you near me
Falls on rivers and land
And forests and sand
Makes the beautiful world that you see
In the morning
Everything’s fine in the morning
The rain will be gone in the morning
But I’ll still be here in the morning
Couldn’t resist this
Comments (11)
looks like a great weekend – wish it was still warm enough here for swimming! peace, Al
Amazing, amazing pictures. Look at all those colors and expressions!
finally i got to watch your slide show in all its glory – that was truly beautiful! and the obama vid is cute too! more peace, Al
glad you couldn’t resist the youtube parody. it is very funny.in a majestic way.
the white leaf was very pretty.
california’s version of fall colors was beautiful.
the brother and sister shot was so cute.
the random dog on the beach was very cute.
the dog that wanted to play was heart tugging.
the orange spiraled roofs in the sunset were very picturesque.
the child’s head in the fake shark was a little alarming still. got a chill.
good photos
Aww the lyrics from Vienna Teng is amazing! :D
Btw awesome weekend you had hmm!
What a great weekend and pictures too!
@pukemeister - If it makes you feel any better that was a spa, not a swimming pool. LOL
@reckless_eagle - It take a good photographer to know one! Thanks
@razzlebash - Thanks. I’ve watched that Les Mis video over 20 times. I love it. If you’ve never seen the show, you must. By the way, that white leaf in the sand, was actually a feather! It’s hard to take a bad photo in Santa Barbara!
@Loltothepower - She wrote that song when she was 17 Jin!
@lv2skrp - Thanks Michele. Glad you’re feeling better!
Gosh Carey, you are such an incredible person! This lovely assortment
brought me to tears as I saw the beauty in each of the people who
shared this wondeful experience together. You inspire me many years
removed and three thousand miles apart! How grateful I am for your
frindship….
BFF =)
Very nice background music….soothing! By the way, I can tell from those wonderful photos that you’re their favourite uncle!!
@curry69curry - Thanks Gary. Long time no see!
Darling…you’re a world traveler, photographer, lover, wonderful son,
cousin, FRIEND, hotelier, fashion maven, eyelash model, trendsetter,
philanthropist, Piep Piper of Young Minds Everywhere, vocalist, major
Snackwell contributor/supporter, animal lover, technology wiz, silver
tongued orator, platinum penned pal, and of course the owner of the
only Glistening Ribcage in this Quadrant of the Universe!…but
now..add to the list, Director of beautifully touching slideshow
productions. You outdid yourself on this one :) – Much love, Hugo