Mandi Whiting Photography

Barkley’s gowing *SO* fast!! Today was his very first time at the beach and he absolutely *LOVED* it!

Here are some new pictures…he’s 12-weeks old now!!

BEFORE getting ALLLL wet!! )

My favorite of the day!!

My sister-in-law, Dana, and nephew, Jack, came to town all the way from North Carolina. Jack is getting *SO* big! Although he is a handful, it was really great to see him, especially running around! We really enjoyed hanging out with them and the rest of the family.
We already miss you both, and Shawn who [...]

I made these WONDERFULLLLL snickerdoodle blondies last night!  OMG, they were delicious….they were so good that you just have to trust me on this one and make them yourself!! They are super fast and easy to make. This is one of those standby recipes that you can whip up last minute and guarantee it will [...]

I made this pound cake last night for dessert. I served it with fresh strawberries and whipped cream. OMG…it was so good!! The texture was what I would consider perfect — very dense, but moist, melt in your mouth good!! I did, however, think it was a tad too sweet. Next time I will be [...]

This wonderful key lime bar recipe was adapted from my dear friend Allison. These bars are so delicious!! These were all eaten up the night I made them. I have a feeling I will be making these again, VERY soon!!

Key Lime Bars

Makes sixteen 2-inch bars

If you cannot find fresh Key limes, use regular (Persian) [...]

As many of you have noticed, I’ve been MIA the past few months. My poor blog hasn’t been updated in MONTHS, but trust me, there is good reasoning. One of my doggies (a.k.a my children), Aspen,  got diagnosed with Osteosarcoma (a form of bone cancer) back in May.  There was a tumor in his hind left leg that [...]

A couple months ago I assisted Melissa McClure in shooting the wedding of Travis and Kirstyn at the Island Club in Coronado.

Such a cutie!!

one of my favorites!!

Several months ago I assisted Melissa McClure in shooting the wedding of Danny and Rechelle at the San Luis Rey Mission in Oceanside, and Pacific Palisades Resort, in Carlsbad.

Rachelle and Danny’s son Cruz…so adorable!!

look at those big blue eyes!!!

A few months ago, my good friend Allison bought her first DSLR, a Canon 40D. Her and I took a day and ventured around downtown Encinitas for some headshots — we had such a great time!!
Isn’t she so pretty!?!?!

Several months ago I assisted Melissa McClure in shooting the wedding of Colin and Tristen at  Rancho Buena Vista Adobe, a 163 year old estate. This venue is so unique and beautiful.