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My Former Boss…|Hawaii Family Photographer|

Ashley — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 11:46:14 +0000

I’ve known Gary since I was in high school. His family owns Chun Wah Kam Noodle Factory and they gave me my first job. Thanks to them I was able to pay for my proms and everything else during high school. I loved working there. It was a bunch of friends working together and the perk was eating whatever we wanted. What else could a high schooler ask for? Ever ate a manapua and thought “hey, wouldn’t it be awesome if they had a sweet potato manapua?” Well, they got ‘em. What about a pizza one? Yup, they got that. What about a plate lunch that has enough to feed a small village…check! Oh, more into home cooked meals? Well they have noodles you can buy by the pound so you can make your own fried noodles. They’re pretty awesome but I’m sure I don’t need to tell you because you probably already know. I mean how could you not?? They’ve been around since 1941. They have locations in Kalihi, Waimalu and Kapolei. Even though I’m no longer with Chun Wah Kam I’m glad to be friends with Gary and try to keep in touch as much as I can. It’s hard though..Chun Wah Kam is open every day of the year…so order that pan of noodles for your next holiday:) Thanks Gary and Sharon for a quick session with your family on the beach. Now, let’s get going on that idea of yours.

Sweet Treats |Hawaii Photographer|

Ashley — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 13:00:06 +0000

I blogged Lunching With The Ladies a few days ago and mentioned how spoiled I was with Angie. Angie produced a short film called “Lychee Thieves“ She asked both my husband and myself to be a part of it and it played at this year’s Hawaii International Film Festival (HIFF). This past weekend Lychee Thieves went to Hilo to be shown at the Palace Theatre. Angie went to Hilo and brought back Mika Mints from Big Island Candies and Strawberry Mochi from Two Ladies Kitchen. We loooove those treats! Angie and I had a great opportunity to work on a few movies in Hilo. First, we did Indiana Jones and the Crystal Skull and then we did The Tempest. We love Hilo and yes, we claim it’s our hood:) Thanks Ang for running around Hilo to bring our FAVES back so our family could devour it in mere seconds..lol

These bad boys are so ono.

I got so excited about Mika Mints I could only think of throwing them in the air. Throwing things in the air = happy, happy, joy, joy!

He’s all about the Strawberry Mochi and I don’t blame him one bit.

When you have mochi on your mind you don’t care if your diaper is hanging low or your shorts are just about to come off.

The reason why the camera is always good to have around. I think I’ll keep this one for his future girlfriend..tee-hee!

Lunching with the ladies

Ashley — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 05:31:18 +0000

I’m so lucky or is the word spoiled? My awesome friend and boss took us ladies out to a fabulous lunch at Mariposa. I’ve been there three or four times and everytime it’s with Angie. I really love that place. The atmosphere is perfect for lunch and the food is delicious. The popovers alone are worth the trip. I wish I got more photos but we were chatting and laughing and the camera just didn’t make it out as much as I would’ve liked. Mainly because I was so hungry.

You start off with the complimentary chicken consomme

Yup, nothing but smiles on Lisa’s face

While waiting for our popovers we open little gifts we all gave eachother. Stani and Amira show off theirs.

My popover and plantation iced tea. So good together.

I’m laughing because I took a photo of what I ordered from the menu but dug in so fast I forgot to take a photo of the actual dish:) You MUST get the Farm Tomato Salad. Order it!..DO IT..NOW! Too much motivational tapes. Sorry…try it if you can.

Heading out of Mariposa. Every time I see this when I’m on the escalator I can’t help but smile. It’s beautiful. Butterflies hanging down from the roof. Sometimes it’s silver or all different colors. I’m smiling thinking of it.

And what else are a bunch of gals going to do at Ala Moana? Yup, head over to Victoria Secret. I bet every woman on Oahu will get a gift from there for Christmas. I’m not going to complain.

I loooove Victoria Secret. I’m inspired. I would love to do a photo shoot for them. I can dream can’t I. C’mon this doesn’t make your imagination go wild?…photographer or not;)

Thanks Ang (not photographed because she’s SAG..haha). Love working with you and all the ladies. You are always so generous. Love ya big time!!