meet the team: A L I

What is the most favorite thing you've owned?

My husband's grandpa's mid-century couch & chair set. When it was passed down to us I felt like we won the lottery. Having it come from family was so special!

Least favorite taste or thing to eat? 

cilantro. respectfully, it ruins everything ☺️

Letter, text, email, or phone call? 

phone call. hearing someones voice is priceless. 

Best invention ever? 

a camera. obviously, I'm biased as a photographer, but having photos of people are irreplaceable. 

Favorite clothing brand/label? 

levis. I'm a total jeans girl & have always loved their fit & how timeless they are! 

What’s the biggest thing you lost during this pandemic? 

this is a hard question because with every loss I can think of, there was a beautiful gain. every person or relationship I lost, made room for another. I lost work but gained months of quality time with my mom & family. I lost my patience, time & mind a little bit, but I have also gained perspective, appreciation of every time with loved ones & better mental health practices/boundaries. the last two years have taken a lot from us, but there has been good too. holding space for both is important.

Best childhood memory?

playing in the pool with my friends. I always felt so free, full of laughter & had so much fun swimming & playing around. I think about being in the water when I need to go to my happy place.

If someone gave you a million dollars what would you do with it?

travel. give support to friends & family. maybe buy a dream house somewhere. 

Favorite car you have owned or wish you owned? 

my first car was a tiny little manual pontiac sunfire & I have the best memories of learning how to drive stick-shift as a teenager, laughing down country roads with my mom. all of my most embarrassing moments are from driving or parking that car. I took many road trips & sang many songs at the top of my lungs & learned a lot about growing up in that car. it's not my favourite by type, but it's definitely my favourite by memories.