The “Sail Away Party” to be held on deck 16 had to be moved to deck 5 due to rain. These folks were just not having it though. Not us... #royalcaribeancruise #harmonyoftheseas #sailawayparty

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Last night before heading to the port, we found this fantastic place for dinner. This couple stopped to have a “chat” with the local cat that is clearly a frequent visitor as well. Rumor has it, the cat does not really care for shellfish. Straight up fish only please...

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It’s really hard to get a shot of this ship up close. Next best thing was from the back just prior to boarding. At this point, I was really beginning to wonder what the experience would be like. More to come on that! #royalcarribeancruise #harmonyoftheseas #firstcruise #cruising

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Vacation starts with the first sip of this vitamin enriched, protein fortified margarita.. :). #royalcaribeancruise #vacation

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One of many that I like from today’s photoshoot. Sydney really is so great and natural in front of the camera. #canon5dmarkiv

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A quick shot of my “assistant”...

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Had the opportunity to do a photo shoot today at what is apparently a very popular place for photographers. There were so many shoots going on, I nearly felt like there should be “take a number” dispensers .. :). #canon5dmarkiv

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Photo walk.. Naperville.

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I remember meeting Jessica nearly 8 years ago. Our friendship with her and Joe was instantaneous. ..

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My daughter for a day...... and a bit of an over emphasized smile.... #daughterforaday #canon5dmarkiv #canon35mm14

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Zoom. Bill works for them. Seems like a great company to work for based all the positive vibes...

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Went out for a walk and lighting was just perfect... k. #neighborhoodwalk #canon5dmarkiv #canon35mm14

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Cultural places in Chicago are some of the best places along or near the lake to visit. The Museum, Aquarium, Planetarium and Art Museum all are so close and convenient. If you visit Chi-town, pay one or more a visit. You won’t be disappointed. We spent some time in the Planetarium this weekend and enjoyed the exhibits and lighting....

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The edge of lake. Crazy how much it resembles a swimming pool.. #canon5dmarkiv #canon35mm14 #lakemichigan #chicago #adlerplanetarium

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Taking in the city skyline. #chicago #skyline #chicagoskyline

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A fantastic day at @adlerplanet ! Love to see the joy that learning brings to children! #adlerplanetarium #canon5dmarkiv #canon35mm14

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Victor!

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Our “daughter for a day” spent the day in the city with us. We asked her mom to get her all dressed up, something Dominica really is not particular interested in normally. She looked so cute, she said to me “i feel French”.. #daughterforaday #canon5dmarkiv #canon35mm14 #chicago

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One of the more fascinating exhibits at the @adlerplanet Adler Planetarium.. Excitment on their faces was watching the demonstration of a crater being formed as a small stone is blasted from above into sand. Although just a small pebble, the blast created large crater and these smiles.. #crater #adlerplanetarium #meteor #canon5dmarkiv #canon35mm14

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Having spent an hour at the planetarium, i was exhausted.. with children, it’s no wonder she dozed off. #adlerplanetarium #canon5dmarkiv #canon35mm14

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C.H.I.C.A.G.O. #canon5dmarkiv #canon35mm14 #navypierchicago #chicago #skyline #chicagoskyline

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We could not get the timing just right on the jump and it was getting late and cold.. but still this is so cute to me...

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I think I have take this similar shot a few times since moving to IL. Even now, it’s still a impressive view. #canon5dmarkiv #canon35mm14

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He usually the one to completely avoid the camera. But after I took one, he cracked a bit of a smile. I think he was pleased... #canon5dmarkiv #canon35mm14

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Paul and Monika

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Within what seems like hours, seasons change... #canon5dmarkiv #canon85mmf18

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As we were leaving to head back to the burbs, I looked back and @camxcat was relaxing.. Seemed too funny to not grab a shot.. #canon5dmarkiv #canon85mmf18

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@gina_jess listening intently to @jpsanzo.. great conversation with these two..

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@sisonsison - too much time had passed since last seeing you.. let’s not have that happen again... #canon85mmf18 #canon5dmarkiv

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.Joe.

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We have known @camxcat since the beginning of her teen years... So nice to see her grow up to be a mature responsible young adult... Ya, I’m old! :)

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I dont think i have a single shot of @iviv07 with her in full blown laughter...

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Getting advice from @iviv07 on hpw to pose. How ironic...

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My fire skills paid off..

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Polish Power Jump..... :-) #jumping #dmotherandson #mortonarboretum #canon5dmarkiv #canon8518

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I think @victor_burza was trying some of practice moves he’s working on for his new skateboard..... #jump #mortonarboretum #blackandwhite

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#mortonarboretum #canon5dmarkiv #canon85mmf18

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#mortonarboretum #canon5dmarkiv #canon85mmf18

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Beach run .. #running #reverebeach

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Paul & Monika... Cheers to good company and the best vodka sauce I have ever had!

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One of my most favorite sushi restaurants in the suburbs of Chicago. Steve & John provide consistent quality and service each and every time we put this as a weekend destination! @kikujapanese #fujix100f #sushi

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Some days one gets to dress up and other days dress down.... Either way, she is rock’n what she’s wear’n. #canon5dmarkiv #canon85mmf18

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Music has always been something I have enjoyed, even as a small child. Some of my clearest memories was of all my siblings listening to music the moments prior to falling asleep every night. Magic 106.7 ((a boston station) with David Allen Boche would be some of the last moments to each day. These days I enjoy watching kids, who will quickly say “I don’t sing”, soften after 2 or 3 songs to give the microphone a try. 6 songs in, they are belting them out, just like Ava... #karaoke #music #canon5dmarkiv #canon85mmf18

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Catching up on some summer photos. #fuji100f

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Dominika’s first trip to the city. I think she was bit overwhelmed with all that was going on. So cute to see how much she enjoyed all the attention. #sightseeing #chicago #fujix100f

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A travel week ahead. Fortunately, it seems like there is some really beautiful trails as well. 5 miles @ 9:15 pace #running

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