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Within this blog you will find everything from Funeral planning for Veterans to Newborn photography. While we capture many events and share as much information as possible, our main goal is to serve others. We currently do that by providing information and curating things that are needed, primarily for our Military community in Southern California.

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Wrapped In Gratitude | My Quilts of Valor Ceremony in Southern San Diego, CA
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Wrapped In Gratitude | My Quilts of Valor Ceremony in Southern San Diego, CA

This November, I joined twelve other veterans right here in East County San Diego to receive a Quilt of Valor during a special luncheon at Foothills United Methodist Church in La Mesa. I will share with you what the Quilts of Valor Foundation is, how I have personally been “touched by war,” the story of my shipmate whose death changed my path, and how I now get to serve other military families; by telling their stories through photography and journaling.

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The Truth About PAX Terminal Homecomings | Why They’re the Most Underrated Marine Reunions
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The Truth About PAX Terminal Homecomings | Why They’re the Most Underrated Marine Reunions

Even without a crowd or ceremony, a PAX Terminal homecoming holds its own kind of magic. When Marines like GySgt Justin Isabella return early with VMM-161, the reunion is quiet, personal, and full of gratitude; proof that love needs no stage to feel monumental.

Check out this blog and photos of this Dual Mil family reunion.

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Memorial Day vs. Veterans Day: What’s the Difference? | San Diego, CA
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Memorial Day vs. Veterans Day: What’s the Difference? | San Diego, CA

Many people confuse Memorial Day and Veterans Day, but each honors a different kind of sacrifice. In this post, San Diego military funeral photographer and U.S. Navy veteran Morgan Liberatore shares the important distinction between the two holidays, explores their historical roots, and reflects on what Memorial Day truly means. With local landmarks like Fort Rosecrans and Mt. Soledad woven into the story, this post invites readers to pause, remember, and honor those who gave everything.

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