• Weddings

    Viktorija and Michael’s Wedding at the Heinz History Center Sports Museum

    Viktorija and Michael met years ago when they were in college.  They were good friends with many mutual friends, but went their separate ways upon graduation.  All of their friends thought that they should have dated, but they did not.  A few  years ago, Michael was looking for an old friend in an alumni database when he came upon Viktorija’s sister’s name.  He emailed Marija to say “hello” and see how her family was doing.  Marija passed along Michael’s new contact information to Viktorija.  Viktorija emailed Michael and they agreed to meet “at 9pm in the lobby of the Fitzpatrick Chicago Hotel for libations.”  When they met, they both knew…

  • Randi

    Jacqui Konop-Buckley

    On Sunday I volunteered my time and photography to The First Annual Jacqui-Konop-Buckley Leukemia Adult Softball Tournament.  Jacqui was diagnosed with Myelogenous Proliferative Disorder/Leukemia on 6/3/09.   You can read about Jacqui’s story on her website hosted by CaringBridge.org.  Last fall, I photographed her and her husband, Rich, who is kind and very supportive.  She also has great friends who put together this benefit to help with her medical expenses. When there was a break in the adult softball game, these kids took the spotlight. There are many more photos in the online gallery too.  All proceeds from online print orders will benefit Jacqui.

  • Sports

    Turkey Bowl 2009

    This year’s Turkey Bowl was awesome! This is the third year for the event and the best yet.  Flag (aka tube sock) football played on a 40-yard long field (often crooked) on Thanksgiving morning.  Each team has a QB or sometimes the two teams share a quarterback.  Only one running play is allowed per set of downs.  There is one “first down” progression and everyone is a receiver.  Sometimes there is a huddle, but no set plays, really.  Pretty much the best way to play football. Here is event organizer ( and best sister ever, Nicki) modeling this year’s shirts. The black team waiting to play.  A fierce bunch.  Uncle…

  • Sports

    Pittsburgh Penguins’ Stanley Cup Victory Parade

    I went to the Pittsburgh Penguins’ Stanley Cup Victory Parade with my mom today! We got there at 10:30am for the noon event and got a great place to stand near the beginning of the parade. Fun! Sir Mario Superstar Max Talbot and Billy Guerin Dan Geno The kid and the cup Both are so shiny…. The crowd. It wasn’t too crowded on this side of the street AND we were in the shade the whole time. I love the people who were hanging off of the Post Office (on the bottom left of this photo). Me (notice penguins temp tattoo on my left arm) and mom. Bus – photo…