Port A- Staycation

Since Texas is all new to us, there are plenty of things to go and see within a short drive.

We started things off with a trip to Port Aransas. It was about a 3 1/2 hour drive that included lots of bridges and even a ferryboat ride to get there. This was our first time visiting a Gulf coast beach. Everyone kept telling us that we wouldn't like it cause we are from California. Well the water was warm and we liked that. We agreed we have seen beaches with more beauty, but enjoyed our time there. For a 3 year old a beach is a beach and Sophia was more than happy to be there.









Our attempt at a family photo with my remote control (guess I need some practice, maybe next time I won't cut off our heads)

can you see the remote in my hand?





we had to be careful of these and other jelly fish

(I've done this before and I'm sure I'll do it again...I shot all of these photos with an iso of 1600. Why? because the last time I used my camera it was dark and I never changed the iso back. I was kicking myself when I realized I had done this. A lot of cute photos ended up grainy. Boo! You think I would have learned my lesson having done this before.)

Thinking about Christmas Cards

One of my favorite things about the holiday season is sending and receiving cards. I've already started looking around online to see where I should order from.

I love to send photo cards and Shutterfly had an amazing selection of them. I was quited impressed that they had the options of photo paper or new premium cardstock for stationary cards. You also have the options of flat or folded.

There are also so many designs to choose from whether you want something traditional or something a little more modern your cards will defiantly be chic if you go with Shutterfly.

I have so many favorites it's going to be hard to decide on just one. These are some of the ones I love.

Oh What fun Christmas Card

Bright and Merry Christmas Card

Stylish white snowflakes holiday card






I've used Shutterfly in the past for the photo books and I've never been disappointed. Good quality and great prices. They've also got personalized wall art that I would love to order. You can get gallery-wrapped canvas printed in a variety of sizes.

I'm excited to use Shutterfly this year for my Christmas Cards. The only problem I'll have is choosing just one design.

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