The Truth is in the Road

This February was like an inventive mischievous kid. As I was busy taking care of my serious adult things, fully convinced that he obediently slumbers in his little bed, he took advantage of the moment and slipped away behind my back, so that I barely managed to catch him by his tiny collar. So now I can only try and capture this month into a pack of versatile pictures.  The canvas of this February was not deprived of vivid touches: Pablo Sáinz Villegas’ concert at Pepperdine University (which has impressed me so much that I am preparing a separate post about it), infinitely beautiful magnolia trees at Lake Shrine, juicy shots of Santa Monica Farmer’s Market, unforgettable croissant (!!) bread pudding at Margo’s, and one of the most gorgeous bouquets I have ever received.  This month has brought us countless rains and thickest fogs, revealing the opportunity that one can only fully appreciate in Southern California – the opportunity to miss the sun. It has also left behind...

This year hasn’t even turned a month, yet it has already invited so many incredible emotions. Beloved husband's birthday, my second anniversary of moving to California, four wonderful photoshoots, a few unforgettable sunsets and even new acquaintances. Life is gathering a momentum, days are getting longer, changes are tickling the air. 
  The new year has come to Southern California alongside the rains. The latter are windy and at times even somewhat harsh, and yet they are so necessary. They fill up the thirsty water reservoirs and resurrect the grass, exhausted by the summer sun. They purify the land, preparing it for the new accomplishments. 
 The rains also give an excuse to slow down the rapid flow of everyday life and to hide under a warm blanked, hugging a cup of herbal tea, listening to the sound of water drops and reading Steinbeck. 
  Lately I have felt irresistibly drawn to simplicity and clear space. I am getting rid of all the clutter and letting go of outd...