What better way to show some love!

I am giving away a free engagement/couple shoot on Valentine’s Day 2010 in NYC.

To enter please send your Name, Location, and love “story” to info@aanaizphotography.com.

The winning couple will be selected on February 12th.

Good Luck!!

I realized that I have never officially blogged about my little one…

Almost 3 years ago I adopted the cutest little Yorkie from one of my linesisters. She explained to me that her schedule didn’t permit her to give Pearly the time she deserved and that she thought I would be a better mommy. And that is how I became a mom  I have to say Pearls and I are meant to be.. She is really the dog version of me!! I always questioned how that was possible. She’s needy, playful, quiet, happy, inquisitive, shy, alert, hates the outdoors, and loves to cuddle.hehe. — THATS ME! She’s the pea to my pod and the apple of my eye.

When I decided to move to NYC a year ago I was faced with the tough decision to leave her back in Florida with my parents. Since I was in a ‘transitional’ stage in my life I felt it was unfair to move her not knowing where the wind was going to blow me.I felt that it was unfair to bring her to NY where she would be cramped in a small apartment and alone for most of the day since I work. Leaving her in Florida meant she would have huge house she could run a muck in and constant attention, plus my parents and sister adore her.  She makes my visits home all the more special and everytime I have to say goodbye my heart hurts. Yet, I have to remember that for right now this is the best home for her. ::sigh::

Hopefully soon I’ll be able to bring her with me.. until then I am thankful her ‘grandparents’ take great care of her. (Shout out to my Mommy!!)

Shes a bit camera shy….

This is CLASSIC Pearls

Crooked teeth and all.. she is still my #1 girl

My feelings towards JetBlue are very similar to my love towards Publix (thats another post).

Most of the times I grunt all the way to the airport, upon boarding, and through the fight when I have to fly with “the other guys”.  But today, despite the possible blizzard warning, I am smiling.  JetBlue you make me happy! JetBlue even responds to me on Twitter… (SHOUT OUT TO Whomever  TWEETS for JetBlue.) Now that’s customer service!

Nehoo.. So I’ve posted via pictures some of the reason why I love thee…

Happy Jetting to all you Jet setters today! For those of you in the Mid/North East hope you plans aren’t delayed.

See you soon Miami..

-smooches-

I woke up this morning to this…and it actually made me smile

It was just enough snow to look pretty and because the weather is to warm, it will be gone by the time I get home. HAHA!

My kind of snow!!

Just gorgeous! I love everything about this image.. The colors, composition, and even the little man at the end of the alley

HA! They drew it just for me!

ohhh my ol’ tired Uggs. Ugly as heck but keep my lil toes ever so warm!

Chuck (our Staten Island Groundhog) says we have 6 more weeks of winter…Hope they continue to be as pretty as today.

Happy Wednesday!

Being that I am the only lefty in my family that I know of I never had anyone to relate to. Growing up simple things like writing in a “right-handed” desks, cutting with “right handed” scissors, or trying to skip on my “skip it” in the right direction were hard for me to conquer! The counter on my skip it always went backwards

So growing up lefty was a little hard. Despite that I appreciate the fact that I’m one of few and that being a “lefty” has it’s special perks. In lieu of this I thought I’d enlighten my fellow readers (YOU) about some left-handed facts

• Most left-handers draw figures facing to the right.
• There is a high tendency in twins for one to be left-handed
• Stuttering and dyslexia occur more often in left-handers.
• Left-handers day is August 13th
• 10% of the human population is left handed.
• Left-handers adjust more readily to seeing underwater.
• One of the few cameras ever produced for left-handers was the half-frame Yashica Samurai. Cameras predominantly have the hand grip, shutter release, film wind lever and commonly used selection buttons, switches and dials controlled by the right hand.
• Left-handers excel particularly in tennis, baseball, swimming and fencing
• Left-handers have trouble manipulating items that are made for right-handed use, such as can openers or scissors, but they actually manage better than right-handed people who attempt to use similar items made for left-handed people.
• Left-handers usually reach puberty 4 to 5 months after right-handers
• 4 of the 5 original designers of the Macintosh computer were left-handed
• 1 in 4 Apollo astronauts were left-handed – 250% more than the normal level.
• Left-handers are generally more intelligent, better looking, imaginative and multi-talented than right handers – based on discussions among members of the Left-Handers Club!

But HEY rightys!!! You might be more “left-handed” then you think… Click and see!!

I have known Erika for years due to the fact that I went to school with her younger sister Giselle. I have seen Laila + Jah grow up ever so quickly. They are a fun little bunch and I was super excited to finally photograph them! We chose to use Erika’s parents (Pam + Javier) backyard as our background. Javier has worked hard to keep his landscaping in tiptop shape so what better opportunity to showcase the fruits of his labor.

Little Jah was a little camera shy at first. I don’t think he understood why all the attention was on him and why everyone was shouting his name.. LOL!

Many times people expect lil ones to be smiling for pictures but I LOVE when they just are who they are. I totally love this serious one

We got out the ball and bat and Jah did not disappoint. Do I spy a little Alex Rodriguez in the making?

A family that plays together.. stays together…

And here’s the whole family

I lovvveeeee this one

…yes hes a mommas boy

We took advantage and got some “engagement” shots of Erika and Jay.. Look out for their wedding post later this year!!

Another FAVEE!!!! You girls are fabulous!

Jah was finally warming up.. here come the smiles!!!

This smile was totally worth the wait! MY *FAVE*

Of course I had to get a shot of the whole gang!

Left to right: Janet, Giselle, Pam, Javier, Erika, Jah + Jay and lounging in the front Miss Laila.

Love you guys!! <3

So its Sunday. Its cold. I’m lazy. Must do laundry. I’m enjoying my chat with Mrs. Boots. Bola called. Must call dad back. Have to print invoices. Must fold clothes. I need to cook. Rich Bride Poor Bride.I can’t seem to find my way out of my bed. Loving my old laptop today. Must edit. Great movie night yesterday. Almost done with New Moon. So far I’m team Jacob..Would love a massage right now. Ive been a blogger slacker. I need to get a new lens this week. Looking forward to working in Miami this upcoming weekend. I want to decorate. I want goulash. Got “Levelz” on my mind. I wish Chris still lived here. I need to call Drenita and plan our Broadways adventures. Blah the weekend is almost over.

Anyone else’s  have Sunday thoughts like mine?

I am finally using Google reader. Thanks Jen for putting me on to this! I know i’m LATE!

One of my favorite people was in town this week! None other the Chris

He was in town accompanying his client Kriyss Grant for a performance on Bet’s 106 & Park.

“Before  reaching the age of 21  Chris “Kriyss” Grant achieved goals that some would never dare to dream. Chosen by the most prominent female performer of our times, Beyoncé Knowles, Kriyss was appointed as Assistant Choreographer for her riveting I AM…SASHA FIERCE Tour. Kriyss’s ultimate dreams were realized when he was chosen by the King of Pop, Michael Jackson, to perform on his “This Is It” tour.  Kriyss has also worked with artists such as Rich Girl, Montana Tucker, and PA. Kriyss has amazed American television viewers world-wide with his talent and choreography on MTV’s America’s Best Dance Crew. He also captivated millions of viewers with his singing and dancing abilities, as well as his humble spirit, on the Ellen DeGeneres Show, MTV’s Making the Band 4, and BET’s 106 and Park.”

Rehearsals were held at the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater and I was excited to see the behind the scenes of the performance. Kriyss was extremely professional and humble. There is no doubt that he’s a rising star!!

He was featured on Essence.com and you can also follow him on Twitter.

Kryiss’s friend Ashley Everett stopped by to show support.

You may recognize her from Beyoncé “Single Ladies” video.

Rehearsal with Kriyss Grant from Amy Genao on Vimeo.

Recording artist and Dancer Kriyss Grant rehearsal.

This is what I woke up to this morning!
It’s beautiful at this stage, I actually really like it…

But when it becomes a soggy brown mess of mush,  It gets me grumpy

Happy Thursday!

A while ago I blogged about a shoot I did for an upcoming pilot “80’s Babies”. (Click Here)

Here is a peak of the behind the scenes of the shoot and a description of each of the characters.

I look a mess, but enjoy!