tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-40600567098453383042024-03-05T05:44:55.574-08:00Simple WeddingsTimeless, Sophisticated, Classic - extremely elegant weddings - simplified.Lisa R. Nelson, CWShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09584307090044875518noreply@blogger.comBlogger95125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4060056709845338304.post-49886155097214283892010-01-29T05:16:00.000-08:002010-01-29T05:17:51.544-08:00We have a blog site!!!!!!!Now that our blogsite is active, we will stop updating here! Make sure to visit us at our new blog location <br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size:180%;"><br /><a href="http://www.eleganteventdesign.com/blog">Elegant Event Planning and Design</a></span><br /><br /><div style="text-align: left;">We look forward to seeing you there!<br /></div></div>Lisa R. Nelson, CWShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09584307090044875518noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4060056709845338304.post-51496591208640802152010-01-29T04:02:00.000-08:002010-01-29T05:11:13.200-08:00Fun and Fabulous Friday - Woman's SuitsFinding wedding attire is so difficult for Lesbian couples. Going into a men's shop and buying a suit is difficult. The woman's body is made differently and many shops are not attuned to fitting women.<br /><br />So today I am talking to the mature bride, Bride marrying for the second or third time, the lesbian couple, or anyone who does not necessarily want to wear a dress or wedding gown, but wants to maintain a look of soft femininity. A beautiful suit - paired with just a flower gracing the hair, or a fabulous cage veil - creates a very sophisticated and feminine look. I'm going to show a lot of white suits, but the suit doesn't necessarily have to be white.<br /><br />Enjoy!<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjV6jDEESSVr7VVe1WTsRJT41rU5oVElcxXva9na_IEjepT2FZuD6Pb_LszOJ5QYZPqQ_bW4IMvbu4nYiM_GTfRVTnKrzaIgK6yIT9I_MI0DEzLCODMbwRo1Pe63KOpGruaSBlNhNzYrWI/s1600-h/Slide1.JPG"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 305px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjV6jDEESSVr7VVe1WTsRJT41rU5oVElcxXva9na_IEjepT2FZuD6Pb_LszOJ5QYZPqQ_bW4IMvbu4nYiM_GTfRVTnKrzaIgK6yIT9I_MI0DEzLCODMbwRo1Pe63KOpGruaSBlNhNzYrWI/s320/Slide1.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5432142159056719858" border="0" /></a><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgBWfp7SxULwpWJyXqojvREJqMIrSNzdYaYrthu9qq7B1kiQ7y49jr0_SL1DRXPUWWebS9TRHTxACl2D4drgXqOTw9cSkm_mICFNWUNL2K8nv3OFup4NaQ4T0EWat_ki5RD7w6J5sa6w8o/s1600-h/Slide2.JPG"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 284px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgBWfp7SxULwpWJyXqojvREJqMIrSNzdYaYrthu9qq7B1kiQ7y49jr0_SL1DRXPUWWebS9TRHTxACl2D4drgXqOTw9cSkm_mICFNWUNL2K8nv3OFup4NaQ4T0EWat_ki5RD7w6J5sa6w8o/s320/Slide2.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5432142168066785122" border="0" /></a><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgyTdTeEfX8avBwfJQe0fg_SWJFgIBX7ex5-SUv1EOwkgr3tv_jY6KA_JKVrTagl6-Som93siSlt_FHQGVrJ-oM2y31A2CFIiR6KOD7KC-6rCc0FENhkVppC1wGrK_uIlXE12Aq8h5AQJg/s1600-h/Slide3.JPG"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 285px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgyTdTeEfX8avBwfJQe0fg_SWJFgIBX7ex5-SUv1EOwkgr3tv_jY6KA_JKVrTagl6-Som93siSlt_FHQGVrJ-oM2y31A2CFIiR6KOD7KC-6rCc0FENhkVppC1wGrK_uIlXE12Aq8h5AQJg/s320/Slide3.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5432142174191541826" border="0" /></a>Suits are from <a href="http://www.neimenmarcus.com/">Neimen Marcus</a>, <a href="http://www.bonton.com/">Bon Ton</a>, <a href="http://www.dillards.com/">Dillards</a>, <a href="http://www.grandpointe.com/">Grand Pointe</a>, <a href="http://www.midnightvelvet.com/">Midnight Velvet</a><br /><br />Happy Planning!Lisa R. Nelson, CWShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09584307090044875518noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4060056709845338304.post-8685085165100092552010-01-28T04:22:00.000-08:002010-01-28T05:06:53.675-08:00Tantalizing Thursday - a Celebration of Tradition<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjoGzTao4B8Oz3m7db4S0CuZfhLRl28s0stsm4544taL_GwE8Zcv8HBKqB483D_RH5kzuWw2SeLM1kBwMIAOHEJAMy6lqavYVHVB2hTq-CttSO4a5rJqIJaif0C_PkI0CwKINQtQHaHpak/s1600-h/chuppah+spread.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 230px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjoGzTao4B8Oz3m7db4S0CuZfhLRl28s0stsm4544taL_GwE8Zcv8HBKqB483D_RH5kzuWw2SeLM1kBwMIAOHEJAMy6lqavYVHVB2hTq-CttSO4a5rJqIJaif0C_PkI0CwKINQtQHaHpak/s320/chuppah+spread.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5431774523597107794" border="0" /></a><br />The <span style="font-style: italic;">Chuppah</span><br /><br />The <span style="font-style: italic;">Chuppah</span> or Bridal canopy is the central tradition in most Jewish weddings. Typically, it's made of a cloth covering attached to four poles that are burrowed into the ground, or supported by four honored friends or family members. Always open on all sides, The <span style="font-style: italic;">Chuppah</span> symbolizes the new Jewish home that the couple creates for each other. During the ceremony, the couple, their parents, the Rabbi, and often the Bridal attendants will stand underneath the <span style="font-style: italic;">Chuppah</span>.<br /><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Chuppahs</span> are traditionally made. Sometimes people will use their grandparent's <span style="font-style: italic;">Chuppah</span>, or make their own. One of my Brides had a very beautiful <span style="font-style: italic;">Chuppah</span> - which was sewn together from individual squares by members of her immediate family. <span style="font-style: italic;">Chuppahs</span> can also be rented, and adorned with flowers and other decorations.<br /><br />From top left...<br /><br />Erika and Matt's wedding in Baltimore - photography by <a href="http://www.thomasgraves.com/">Thomas Graves</a><br />An wonderful patchwork <span style="font-style: italic;">Chuppah</span> seen on <a href="http://www.onewed.com/">One Wed</a><br />Gorgeous <span style="font-style: italic;">Chuppah</span> rentals through <a href="http://www.bnaimitzvahguide.com/chuppah.htm">Charm City Chuppahs</a><br /><br />Happy Planning!Lisa R. Nelson, CWShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09584307090044875518noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4060056709845338304.post-79048159104325585552010-01-27T03:37:00.000-08:002010-01-28T15:13:55.947-08:00Luscious Libations - Celebrating with Bubbly<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjxP2GcRPNR0_QLICu32OVSazSrmWjINONCSVjHDPmpOlJDSZuBlT2n-_iUHWoWq7ksaF2RN_YUE57Q6q8AYqBVzkNc-70WoRDXnoLXFJSyWfjQ2fPHsVPA7kQsARw96uBqlGYh6GLk0p4/s1600-h/Champagne+spread.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 120px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjxP2GcRPNR0_QLICu32OVSazSrmWjINONCSVjHDPmpOlJDSZuBlT2n-_iUHWoWq7ksaF2RN_YUE57Q6q8AYqBVzkNc-70WoRDXnoLXFJSyWfjQ2fPHsVPA7kQsARw96uBqlGYh6GLk0p4/s320/Champagne+spread.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5431389882719410434" border="0" /></a><br />I tell my clients that if you want to cut costs at your reception, the champagne toast should be the first to go. However, if you want to do it, it should be done right. The reason that champagne remains the benchmark for sparkling wines the world over is because no other location can mimic or rival the unique terroir<em> </em>of the French Champagne region.<br /><br />There are so many different brands - so how do you choose?<br /><br />You cannot go wrong with Moet and Chandon or Veuve Cliquot. For those of you who like to flash the cash, then Louis Roederer's Cristal is the choice for you.<br /><br />If you really want to impress, you should serve Salon. This uber expensive fizz - about $500.00 a bottle, will impress even the most discerning palettes. Perhaps you should save this exclusive bubbly for your 10th, 15th or even 20th anniversary - since sightings are as rare as the pot of gold at the end of the rainbow.<br /><br />Pay attention to the label! NV or non-vintage is often the "house champagne" - a mix of many grapes (chardonnay, pinot noir and pinot meunier) without regard to local terrior or vintage. Ostentation aside, "the more expensive the better", is correct when it comes to champagne. The most expensive bottlings from the big champagne houses contain a higher proportion of their best wines from <em>grand cru </em>and <em>premier cru</em> vineyards.<br /><br />When buying champagne...<br /><br />Brut is the driest - if you want a great champagne, get Brut<br />Extra-dry is less dry than Brut<br />Sec is sweet<br />Demi-sec is the sweetest - a great accompaniment to dessert<br /><br /><br /><a href="http://www.francetoday.com/articles/2009/12/30/french_champagne_rare_fizz.html">Read more</a><br /><br />Happy planningLisa R. Nelson, CWShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09584307090044875518noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4060056709845338304.post-22346222008758824192010-01-26T06:47:00.000-08:002010-01-26T07:02:24.471-08:00Stylish Tuesday - An Evening at the WaltersI had the pleasure of working with a busy couple. I helped them to plan and design their wedding.<br /><br />Enjoy!<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhhQaU0jwmnuqlK9EfQJcldBTF1KKPVxmePZgNvxQw24tIeUoIwl-57B4QWUtHMtKdpk8Ge-gFqUTr7I8Svkrax-IJ-TTlKAiW4QxmUk5BHudhoSo59dCKs1txLYgB4wOVjuq78tM6Hb-U/s1600-h/Slide4.JPG"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 222px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhhQaU0jwmnuqlK9EfQJcldBTF1KKPVxmePZgNvxQw24tIeUoIwl-57B4QWUtHMtKdpk8Ge-gFqUTr7I8Svkrax-IJ-TTlKAiW4QxmUk5BHudhoSo59dCKs1txLYgB4wOVjuq78tM6Hb-U/s320/Slide4.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5431061572789900450" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg5XvhuDpYIntYKhHHc211XQHhd4P27RwJfm3VeQm2Scri3PUUG5s2Yg-5PiUazMD7WBUROeeHXV6lSHhzxDagbM4x0gno-cgUJA_eKHU2zpvZCyHskJam_3MEmVAfjLkIMoLvyD24EQ44/s1600-h/Slide3.JPG"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 223px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg5XvhuDpYIntYKhHHc211XQHhd4P27RwJfm3VeQm2Scri3PUUG5s2Yg-5PiUazMD7WBUROeeHXV6lSHhzxDagbM4x0gno-cgUJA_eKHU2zpvZCyHskJam_3MEmVAfjLkIMoLvyD24EQ44/s320/Slide3.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5431061562406457138" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJtkJxn1QcLHtXc1RV-DAkFk0cOom-PTY04Oh9jyJzLpEXmzqNUe89JEhPoxFCif5F4mb0frbYDY4-Fu0TcHhtc_G7hBVPtDGDmKDSE9XEHNErto3dtcfDb2jI_iiZtaloEEN577O4BrA/s1600-h/Slide2.JPG"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 213px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJtkJxn1QcLHtXc1RV-DAkFk0cOom-PTY04Oh9jyJzLpEXmzqNUe89JEhPoxFCif5F4mb0frbYDY4-Fu0TcHhtc_G7hBVPtDGDmKDSE9XEHNErto3dtcfDb2jI_iiZtaloEEN577O4BrA/s320/Slide2.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5431061559729960018" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEil7Hz2NgoPWIzFChmXg9qD9w47u86eYFlEe0iudd3bqh86BTapW27Biga7-45dbUdRVm4UhShtoPTQbj57rMbZAbrm9YcNXXXSlx7LCi9Qug6CY-dl7bT2KzNmMi5DZvtIdn_SzJekemI/s1600-h/Slide1.JPG"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 216px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEil7Hz2NgoPWIzFChmXg9qD9w47u86eYFlEe0iudd3bqh86BTapW27Biga7-45dbUdRVm4UhShtoPTQbj57rMbZAbrm9YcNXXXSlx7LCi9Qug6CY-dl7bT2KzNmMi5DZvtIdn_SzJekemI/s320/Slide1.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5431061556784701746" border="0" /></a>Photographs by <a href="http://www.rachelsmithphoto.com/">Rachel Smith</a><br /><br />Happy planning!Lisa R. Nelson, CWShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09584307090044875518noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4060056709845338304.post-85377486838627919302010-01-25T03:15:00.001-08:002010-01-25T04:10:32.303-08:00Eco-Friendly Monday - Eco-Hip ThreadsLong gone are the days of eco-ugliness.<br /><br />Awwww...100% sustainable, these Eco-beauties are made of the some of the finest fabrics - Hemp (grown without the use of pesticides or chemical fertilizers), bamboo, 100% organic cotton, and peace silk (silk is harvested only after the moths have emerged).<br /><br />Enjoy!<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjdlHAK-23tseZu1KDOMtg6lbxvPcLW35arDYSJ66X1agAfcJzFJrNXSIPV6ZlXDO7C6ETptzyP4Si4igSujK6jiJ4ocP5_hNHoBnlRd7D3uGhVFdXOL7z2C9R9FIpWPMYEF2bgvtOCfKk/s1600-h/Slide3.JPG"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 229px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjdlHAK-23tseZu1KDOMtg6lbxvPcLW35arDYSJ66X1agAfcJzFJrNXSIPV6ZlXDO7C6ETptzyP4Si4igSujK6jiJ4ocP5_hNHoBnlRd7D3uGhVFdXOL7z2C9R9FIpWPMYEF2bgvtOCfKk/s320/Slide3.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5430645652599329554" border="0" /></a><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi7_HrDNPcPZR3XZHO1yVEw5v0YmgKyN5r_0MyX42zZlTqfTY62xQvmCgeTrC7zijIW502kC1xz-Zbu6hCDaBpQSHM-dIesIxciVKMzbyC2Wjt3sX5B0CAWp3UpOqe6GfsXgj2nhEhl4pI/s1600-h/Slide1.JPG"><br /><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 298px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi7_HrDNPcPZR3XZHO1yVEw5v0YmgKyN5r_0MyX42zZlTqfTY62xQvmCgeTrC7zijIW502kC1xz-Zbu6hCDaBpQSHM-dIesIxciVKMzbyC2Wjt3sX5B0CAWp3UpOqe6GfsXgj2nhEhl4pI/s320/Slide1.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5430645642605321106" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi0oIKp2wolzdhXhMzqkLbdaUKxyfAeYvQm-InDKqvk_6-o91RjpHft6HGgtwz6mihV24zlw2AWVZBOM6Jqy88ObWGkOU5zyBZ4U15j4bfexmr7aLUEeF3Hf0YRSd0NyceO8NPtApuf1B4/s1600-h/Slide2.JPG"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 214px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi0oIKp2wolzdhXhMzqkLbdaUKxyfAeYvQm-InDKqvk_6-o91RjpHft6HGgtwz6mihV24zlw2AWVZBOM6Jqy88ObWGkOU5zyBZ4U15j4bfexmr7aLUEeF3Hf0YRSd0NyceO8NPtApuf1B4/s320/Slide2.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5430645648377501330" border="0" /></a><br />Dresses from : <a href="http://www.naturalbridal.com/"><span style="color: rgb(255, 0, 0);">Natural Bridal</span></a>, <a href="http://www.wai-ching.com/"><span style="color: rgb(255, 0, 0);">Wai-Ching</span></a>, <a href="http://threadheadcreations.com/"><span style="color: rgb(255, 0, 0);">Threadhead Creations</span></a>, and <a href="http://www.leanimal.com/#/home"><span style="color: rgb(255, 0, 0);">Leanne Marshall</span></a><br /><br />Happy planning!Lisa R. Nelson, CWShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09584307090044875518noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4060056709845338304.post-90875843252727558892010-01-24T07:25:00.000-08:002010-01-24T07:28:04.146-08:00Video Blog - Historic Whitehall Mansion TourWe took it to the road this weekend! We toured a beautiful historic mansion located just out of Leesburg, Virginia. It is absolutely gorgeous!<br /><br />Take a look!<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><object width="425" height="344"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/zwg82AkFXCg&hl=en&fs=1"></param><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/zwg82AkFXCg&hl=en&fs=1" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="425" height="344"></embed></object><br /><br /><div style="text-align: left;">Happy planning!<br /></div></div>Lisa R. Nelson, CWShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09584307090044875518noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4060056709845338304.post-69723378936554514542010-01-22T02:20:00.000-08:002010-01-22T02:25:20.565-08:00Fun and Fabulous Friday - MusicWhat's more fun and fabulous than Van Halen?<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><object width="425" height="344"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/2rvri_da8_E&hl=en_US&fs=1&"></param><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/2rvri_da8_E&hl=en_US&fs=1&" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="425" height="344"></embed></object><br /><br /><div style="text-align: left;">What a beautiful first dance song! I just love it.<br /></div></div>Lisa R. Nelson, CWShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09584307090044875518noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4060056709845338304.post-30923602170738924102010-01-21T16:42:00.000-08:002010-01-21T16:52:34.618-08:00Tantalizing Thursday - Arrange your Great Escape<style><!-- .hmmessage P { margin:0px; padding:0px } body.hmmessage { font-size: 10pt; font-family:Verdana } --></style><span style="font-family:Garamond;"><strong><span style="font-size:100%;">As you plan your honeymoon, take advantage of the awesome deals!<br /><br />Royal Caribbean - Dollars Off and Spa Treatment</span></strong><br /><span style="font-size:100%;"><strong>Sailing Window</strong>: Jan. 5<span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">th</span>, 2010 - Dec. 31, 2010</span><br /><span style="font-size:100%;"><strong>Booking Deadline</strong>: Jan. 31, 2010</span><br /><span style="font-size:100%;">Up to $200 off and a Complimentary Spa Treatment</span><br /><br /><span style="font-size:100%;"></span><br /><strong><span style="font-size:100%;">Carnival Cruise Line - Book a Cruise and receive a FREE Coupon Booklet!</span></strong><br /><span style="font-size:100%;"><strong>Sailing Window</strong>: Jan. 15, 2010 - Dec. 31, 2010</span><br /><span style="font-size:100%;"><strong>Booking Deadline</strong>: Jan. 22, 2010</span><br /><span style="font-size:100%;">This booklet is filled with tremendous savings on <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">on-board</span> restaurant discounts, spa treatment, excursions, etc.</span><br /><span style="font-size:100%;">Booklet is valid until 4/20/2010</span><br /><br /><span style="font-size:100%;"></span><br /><strong><span style="font-size:100%;">Celebrity Cruise Line - Up to $100 savings on Celebrity Cruise Line</span></strong><br /><span style="font-size:100%;"><strong>Sailing Window</strong>: Jan. 15, 2010 - Dec. 31. 2010</span><br /><span style="font-size:100%;"><strong>Booking Deadline</strong>: Feb. 28, 2010</span><br /><br /><span style="font-size:100%;"></span><br /><strong><span style="font-size:100%;">Norwegian Cruise Line - <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_2">NCL</span>: Upgrades, <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_3">Onboard</span> Credits, Reduced Deposits & Coupon Booklets</span></strong><br /><span style="font-size:100%;"><strong>Sailing Window</strong>: Dec 28, 2009 - Dec 31, 2010</span><br /><span style="font-size:100%;"><strong>Booking Deadline</strong>: Mar 14 2010, 11:59PM</span><br /></span><span style=";font-family:Verdana;font-size:85%;" ><span style="font-family:Garamond;"><span style="font-family:Arial;"><strong>Note</strong>: <span style="color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">Book select cruises between 12/13/2009 - 3/14/2010 and receive up to a 6 category upgrade, reduced deposit or up to $300.00 on-board credit and a coupon booklet! </span></span><br /></span></span><span style="font-family:Garamond;"><br /><span style="font-size:100%;"></span><br /><strong><span style="font-size:100%;">Classic Vacations - European Adventure</span></strong><br /><span style="font-size:100%;"><strong>Sailing Window</strong>: Dec 28, 2009 - Apr 30, 2010</span><br /><span style="font-size:100%;"><strong>Booking Deadline</strong>: Apr 27 2010, 10:59PM<br /><br />Save between $125.00 and $500.00 or more on your European adventure when visiting any participating property. *<br /></span></span><br /><p class="ecxMsoNormal"><span class="ecxA3" style="font-size:130%;"><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style="color: rgb(33, 29, 30);font-family:Garamond;" ><br /></span></span></span></p> <p class="ecxMsoNormal"><span class="ecxA3" style="font-size:100%;"><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style="color: rgb(33, 29, 30);font-family:Garamond;" ><span style="color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">Call Loren </span><span style="color: rgb(255, 255, 255);" class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_5">Adams</span><span style="color: rgb(255, 255, 255);"> at</span> <a href="http://www.destinationsreached.net/">Destinations Reached</a> <span style="color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">for more information.</span></span></span></span></p> <p class="ecxMsoNormal"><span class="ecxA3"><span style=";font-family:Arial;font-size:12pt;" ></span></span><span style="font-family:Garamond;"> <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_6">Bon</span> Voyage - and enjoy the savings!<br /></span></p>Lisa R. Nelson, CWShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09584307090044875518noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4060056709845338304.post-78658811367546901802010-01-20T03:56:00.000-08:002010-01-20T05:11:16.005-08:00So Happy it's Hump Day - Luscious Libations<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiHRhm_ZHnX760OMjdDoJE_UvzcU-qgZcYcS3q4rvlohLq_vy7wY3nWeeUCpHXHXVe_7c_6sD7KkvXc3dh68ww0gQ-RBs_nuB0tbKUcSFViEy0QeAH1xibUQAcUVEVAWyC1P4QINybZnto/s1600-h/Cote+du+rhone.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 207px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiHRhm_ZHnX760OMjdDoJE_UvzcU-qgZcYcS3q4rvlohLq_vy7wY3nWeeUCpHXHXVe_7c_6sD7KkvXc3dh68ww0gQ-RBs_nuB0tbKUcSFViEy0QeAH1xibUQAcUVEVAWyC1P4QINybZnto/s320/Cote+du+rhone.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5428790427803292114" border="0" /></a><u><strong>Cote du-Rhone-Villages</strong> </u> A work horse appellation of southern Rhone. Many wines can be gotten for under $25-30. Most are meant to be drunk between 2-3 years after bottling.<br /><br /><u><strong>Cote du Rhone</strong></u><strong>-</strong> The main work horse of Southern Rhone. Many bottles can be gotten for less than $20. A true value.<br /><br /><u><strong>Hermitage</strong> </u>is the undisputed king of northern Rhone, producing big, lush tannic reds from primarily Syrah grapes. Hermitage wines are capable of aging well and can be quite pricey.<br /><br /><u><strong></strong></u><br />From Top to bottom Right...<br /><br /><span style="color: rgb(255, 0, 0);">Alain Vogue Dotes du Rhone Les Peyrouses</span> - 100% Syrah grapes from the northern Rhone region. This wine is purple in color and has an intense flavor of ripe cherries. This wine is great paired with grilled meat and veal. Less than $20.00<br /><br /><span style="color: rgb(255, 0, 0);">Feraud-Brunel Cotes du Rhone Villages</span><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"> </span>- Medium bodied from the south. It has an exotic mix of crushed blueberry, boysenberry and blackberry fruits. Great with heartier dishes like grilled steak and roast pork. Less than $20.00<br /><br /><span style="color: rgb(255, 0, 0);">Delas Crozes-Hermitage Les Launes</span> - From the north, this wine has a deep garnet red color. Made from a region with a lot of Syrah grapes, that are aromatic, rich and full bodied, this wine is best paired with game, grilled meats and rich foods. 2007 between $20-30.00<br /><br /><span style="color: rgb(255, 0, 0);">Domaine de Mourchon Cotes du Rhone-Villages</span> - From the south, this wine is a deep dark wine with rich and concentrated notes of raspberry and blackberry fruits on a spicy background. This wine is wonderfully paired with red meat, game and cheese. Less than $20.00<br /><br />Information from <a href="http://www.examiner.com/x-24121-East-Brunswick-Budget-Wine-Examiner%7Ey2010m1d3-New-Year-new-wines-to-discover-Rhone-red-wines-of-France">The Wine Examiner</a><br /><br />Happy planning!Lisa R. Nelson, CWShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09584307090044875518noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4060056709845338304.post-5054008140122557232010-01-19T03:09:00.000-08:002010-01-19T04:06:39.160-08:00Stylish tuesday - It's a Winter WonderlandI love intimate winter weddings. There is something special about getting married when it's cold - and when nobody else is getting married - that's so romantic! A ceremony by the fireplace is incredibly appealing to me.<br /><br />To all of the wonderful winter brides out there, here is some cold weather color inspiration.<br /><br />Enjoy!<br /><br />RED - Red/Black, Red/Gold, Red/White<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjbfVs2wSHkQXCd5GdM2YOpdiTXWA8Nrb7KSujEhxOvfTNxPovbfCO5kseiO-tHPwbDXn48YABuDmaSVpzkRU_IrZ5zyU1FG3oiv1McvlOVddMVkRREf53PfMMKj4hYssB3FHlnvabyCK4/s1600-h/Slide1.JPG"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 240px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjbfVs2wSHkQXCd5GdM2YOpdiTXWA8Nrb7KSujEhxOvfTNxPovbfCO5kseiO-tHPwbDXn48YABuDmaSVpzkRU_IrZ5zyU1FG3oiv1McvlOVddMVkRREf53PfMMKj4hYssB3FHlnvabyCK4/s320/Slide1.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5428414117576080178" border="0" /></a><span style="color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">Invitations from</span> <span style="color: rgb(255, 0, 0);">Majestic Invitations<br /></span><span style="color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">Red and white table from </span><span style="color: rgb(255, 0, 0);">Getmarried.com<br /><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">Black and Red inspiration from</span> <span style="color: rgb(255, 0, 0);">Brides.com<br /><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">Red and white dresses photography by</span> <span style="color: rgb(255, 0, 0);">staceyreeves.com</span></span></span></span></span><br /><span style="color: rgb(255, 0, 0);"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="color: rgb(255, 0, 0);"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="color: rgb(255, 0, 0);"><span style="color: rgb(255, 0, 0);"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">Red and Gold table by </span><span style="color: rgb(255, 0, 0);">Agapeweddings.com</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span><br /><span style="color: rgb(255, 0, 0);"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="color: rgb(255, 0, 0);"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="color: rgb(255, 0, 0);"><span style="color: rgb(255, 0, 0);"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="color: rgb(255, 0, 0);"><br /><br /><span style="color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">Black and White</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="color: rgb(255, 0, 0);"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="color: rgb(255, 0, 0);"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="color: rgb(255, 0, 0);"><span style="color: rgb(255, 0, 0);"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="color: rgb(255, 0, 0);"><br /></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh3Bjw53c1GtYf1gJTD4_2Rsl4avV0mao4ox-V7KJP-63j-BZ8Mp3HyDNasEMOdtPCa7arbzOvlfFb9Mw9IV7IFlsNW2WpQWz5aafeYM8bWzsWysJFS7eTp8ifLP8c23boFQ16F3j_tYKk/s1600-h/Slide2.JPG"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 304px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh3Bjw53c1GtYf1gJTD4_2Rsl4avV0mao4ox-V7KJP-63j-BZ8Mp3HyDNasEMOdtPCa7arbzOvlfFb9Mw9IV7IFlsNW2WpQWz5aafeYM8bWzsWysJFS7eTp8ifLP8c23boFQ16F3j_tYKk/s320/Slide2.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5428415465043163922" border="0" /></a><span style="color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">Simply elegant black and white cake from</span> <span style="color: rgb(255, 0, 0);">realsimple.com</span><br /><span style="color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">Beautiful black and white dress from</span> <span style="color: rgb(255, 0, 0);">weddingflowersandreceptions.com<br /><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">The very clean plate, napkin and spoon arrangement from</span> <span style="color: rgb(255, 0, 0);">weddingflowersandreceptions.com<br /><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">The crisp and clean letterpress lovely from</span> <span style="color: rgb(255, 0, 0);">smockpaper.com<br /></span></span></span></span></span><br /><span style="color: rgb(255, 0, 0);"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="color: rgb(255, 0, 0);"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="color: rgb(255, 0, 0);"><br /><span style="color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">Eggplant</span></span></span></span></span></span><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgH5_uNboQvr6fQihPG3xIUwijhomgtC94_Is4lTdC8ISTSWQ4U533_ZyzGColR3CC_aBaRROKgfdPS1p_8x9EZludzHwCNmPY4ECfQQxoTfAx40xhqWI4rp2tNqx14m504gvmCxC_pCgE/s1600-h/Slide3+%282%29.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 236px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgH5_uNboQvr6fQihPG3xIUwijhomgtC94_Is4lTdC8ISTSWQ4U533_ZyzGColR3CC_aBaRROKgfdPS1p_8x9EZludzHwCNmPY4ECfQQxoTfAx40xhqWI4rp2tNqx14m504gvmCxC_pCgE/s320/Slide3+%282%29.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5428417514558533906" border="0" /></a><br />That calla lily bouquet is really stunning!<br /><br /><span style="color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">The beautifully simple calla bouquet from</span> <span style="color: rgb(255, 0, 0);">renaesbouquets.com</span><br /><span style="color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">The eggplant and gold folio is from the always stunning</span> <span style="color: rgb(255, 0, 0);">Lela of New York</span><br /><span style="color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">Place card arrangement from</span> <span style="color: rgb(255, 0, 0);">atimelesscelebration.blogspot.com<br /><span style="color: rgb(255, 0, 0);"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">Eggplant dresses from </span><span style="color: rgb(255, 0, 0);">brides.com</span></span></span><br /><br /></span><br />Happy planning!<br /><br /><span style="color: rgb(255, 0, 0);"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="color: rgb(255, 0, 0);"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="color: rgb(255, 0, 0);"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><br /><br /></span></span></span></span></span></span>Lisa R. Nelson, CWShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09584307090044875518noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4060056709845338304.post-84635880723236457842010-01-18T05:27:00.000-08:002010-01-18T15:50:35.577-08:00A Special Monday - Thank you!<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjhqoT6UzT0FWuI8Bwn1ytBdC9VN9cgmmI10DJPbercvVoReqdZ4veSCWZ87f5UPJgyv_eHqRoSxZ8BV3gTO9bveJAtyudTPC8sAhoByDvTv5ycaO19wdJMb-WnRhT6d-YeVfyj-Bew8SM/s1600-h/mlk.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 214px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjhqoT6UzT0FWuI8Bwn1ytBdC9VN9cgmmI10DJPbercvVoReqdZ4veSCWZ87f5UPJgyv_eHqRoSxZ8BV3gTO9bveJAtyudTPC8sAhoByDvTv5ycaO19wdJMb-WnRhT6d-YeVfyj-Bew8SM/s320/mlk.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5428078124971652066" border="0" /></a><br />Today is a special day, because it's in celebration of a man who fought and died, with countless others - so that I could be and do what I'm doing today!<br /><br />To those people, I say Thank You!<br /><br />Whether you recognize his fight or not - it can be applied to everyone because persecution is the common thread that bonds us all together. In his speech - he says that we all must walk together and no man can stand on his own. No-one exists in a vacuum. One fight is <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">everyone's</span> fight.<br /><br />I don't care whether you are black or white, Jewish or Catholic, straight or gay - there is someone, somewhere - in all of us - who fought, suffered, and died so that we are able to live. There are also people out there today who are still fighting - and dying.<br /><br />So, it's to all those people - past, present and future - that I say Thank You!<br /><br />Also, to a single man, who had the courage and fortitude - with his words - to not only inspire a people, but also a nation - and a world.<br /><br />I say - Thank You! From the bottom of my heart.<br /><br />In dedication to you and the countless others...<br /><br />Free at last - free at last - thank God Almighty! We're free at last!<br /><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><object height="344" width="425"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/PbUtL_0vAJk&hl=en_US&fs=1&"><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/PbUtL_0vAJk&hl=en_US&fs=1&" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" height="344" width="425"></embed></object><br /></div>Lisa R. Nelson, CWShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09584307090044875518noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4060056709845338304.post-2759130100080334292010-01-17T08:06:00.000-08:002010-01-17T08:14:42.936-08:00Premier Video Blog Post - Simply elegant Unity CandleLisa Nelson explains how to make a Simply Elegant Unity Candle.<br /><br />Enjoy!<br /><br /><object width="425" height="344"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/7UkYoYm0C88&color1=0xb1b1b1&color2=0xcfcfcf&hl=en_US&feature=player_embedded&fs=1"></param><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><param name="allowScriptAccess" value="always"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/7UkYoYm0C88&color1=0xb1b1b1&color2=0xcfcfcf&hl=en_US&feature=player_embedded&fs=1" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowfullscreen="true" allowscriptaccess="always" width="425" height="344"></embed></object>Lisa R. Nelson, CWShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09584307090044875518noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4060056709845338304.post-81642590231540000672010-01-15T19:22:00.000-08:002010-01-16T05:34:35.526-08:00Fun and Fabulous Friday - Words from a Travel Agent<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhc7167NgYee0jtgYrfuFRThwLqor6wVCl8kgaF6myA2AiuJSCnrCC3_DI3xK9wKWb7vR-Z6c_I8O0Kw6yzrUpWrj1Rck__yKM8athihw-nkPK4L3u3jl1nTa6Mw59UkhVus-I49P2M8k4/s1600-h/gda_world_map_small.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5427177711227016626" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: pointer; HEIGHT: 249px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhc7167NgYee0jtgYrfuFRThwLqor6wVCl8kgaF6myA2AiuJSCnrCC3_DI3xK9wKWb7vR-Z6c_I8O0Kw6yzrUpWrj1Rck__yKM8athihw-nkPK4L3u3jl1nTa6Mw59UkhVus-I49P2M8k4/s320/gda_world_map_small.jpg" border="0" /></a>
<br />Our resident travel agent stopped in to answer our questions.
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<br /><meta content="text/html; charset=utf-8" equiv="Content-Type"><meta content="Word.Document" name="ProgId"><meta content="Microsoft Word 11" name="Generator"><meta content="Microsoft Word 11" name="Originator"><link style="COLOR: rgb(255,0,0)" href="file:///C:%5CUsers%5CLISAR%7E1.NEL%5CAppData%5CLocal%5CTemp%5Cmsohtml1%5C01%5Cclip_filelist.xml" rel="File-List"><style> <!-- /* Style Definitions */ p.MsoNormal, li.MsoNormal, div.MsoNormal {mso-style-parent:""; margin:0in; margin-bottom:.0001pt; mso-pagination:widow-orphan; font-size:12.0pt; font-family:"Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family:"Times New Roman";} @page Section1 {size:8.5in 11.0in; margin:1.0in 1.25in 1.0in 1.25in; mso-header-margin:.5in; mso-footer-margin:.5in; mso-paper-source:0;} div.Section1 {page:Section1;} /* List Definitions */ @list l0 {mso-list-id:85077987; mso-list-type:hybrid; mso-list-template-ids:-379296326 67698703 67698691 67698715 67698703 67698713 67698715 67698703 67698713 67698715;} @list l0:level1 {mso-level-tab-stop:.5in; mso-level-number-position:left; text-indent:-.25in;} @list l0:level2 {mso-level-number-format:bullet; mso-level-text:o; mso-level-tab-stop:1.0in; mso-level-number-position:left; text-indent:-.25in; font-family:"Courier New";} ol {margin-bottom:0in;} ul {margin-bottom:0in;} --> </style><b style="COLOR: rgb(255,0,0)">When I was in college, I used a travel agent once to book my flight home.<span style="font-size:0;"> </span>I know you book hotels, but what else do you do?</b>
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<br /><p class="MsoNormal" style="MARGIN-LEFT: 0.25in">In addition to booking hotels, I sell the following:</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="MARGIN-LEFT: 0.75in; TEXT-INDENT: -0.25in"></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="MARGIN-LEFT: 0.75in; TEXT-INDENT: -0.25in">-All-inclusive packages</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="MARGIN-LEFT: 0.75in; TEXT-INDENT: -0.25in"></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="MARGIN-LEFT: 0.75in; TEXT-INDENT: -0.25in">-Bed and Breakfast</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="MARGIN-LEFT: 0.75in; TEXT-INDENT: -0.25in"></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="MARGIN-LEFT: 0.75in; TEXT-INDENT: -0.25in">-Cruises</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="MARGIN-LEFT: 0.75in; TEXT-INDENT: -0.25in"></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="MARGIN-LEFT: 0.75in; TEXT-INDENT: -0.25in">-Car rentals</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="MARGIN-LEFT: 0.75in; TEXT-INDENT: -0.25in"></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="MARGIN-LEFT: 0.75in; TEXT-INDENT: -0.25in">-Tours/excursions</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="MARGIN-LEFT: 0.75in; TEXT-INDENT: -0.25in"></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="MARGIN-LEFT: 0.75in; TEXT-INDENT: -0.25in">-Convention space</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="MARGIN-LEFT: 0.75in; TEXT-INDENT: -0.25in"></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="MARGIN-LEFT: 0.75in; TEXT-INDENT: -0.25in">-Reserve/block rooms for destination weddings/renewals/anniversaries/reunions, etc.</p>
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<br /><meta content="text/html; charset=utf-8" equiv="Content-Type"><meta content="Word.Document" name="ProgId"><meta content="Microsoft Word 11" name="Generator"><meta content="Microsoft Word 11" name="Originator"><link href="file:///C:%5CUsers%5CLISAR%7E1.NEL%5CAppData%5CLocal%5CTemp%5Cmsohtml1%5C01%5Cclip_filelist.xml" rel="File-List"><style> <!-- /* Style Definitions */ p.MsoNormal, li.MsoNormal, div.MsoNormal {mso-style-parent:""; margin:0in; margin-bottom:.0001pt; mso-pagination:widow-orphan; font-size:12.0pt; font-family:"Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family:"Times New Roman";} @page Section1 {size:8.5in 11.0in; margin:1.0in 1.25in 1.0in 1.25in; mso-header-margin:.5in; mso-footer-margin:.5in; mso-paper-source:0;} div.Section1 {page:Section1;} /* List Definitions */ @list l0 {mso-list-id:85077987; mso-list-type:hybrid; mso-list-template-ids:-379296326 67698703 67698691 67698715 67698703 67698713 67698715 67698703 67698713 67698715;} @list l0:level1 {mso-level-tab-stop:.5in; mso-level-number-position:left; text-indent:-.25in;} @list l0:level2 {mso-level-number-format:bullet; mso-level-text:o; mso-level-tab-stop:1.0in; mso-level-number-position:left; text-indent:-.25in; font-family:"Courier New";} ol {margin-bottom:0in;} ul {margin-bottom:0in;} --> </style><b style="COLOR: rgb(255,0,0)">Why should we use a travel agent, when we can book our honeymoon on Travelocity or another online source?<span style="font-size:0;"> </span>Money is pretty important to us.<span style="font-size:0;"> </span>What if the online source is cheaper?<?xml:namespace prefix = o /><o:p></o:p></b>
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<br /><meta content="text/html; charset=utf-8" equiv="Content-Type"><meta content="Word.Document" name="ProgId"><meta content="Microsoft Word 11" name="Generator"><meta content="Microsoft Word 11" name="Originator"><link href="file:///C:%5CUsers%5CLISAR%7E1.NEL%5CAppData%5CLocal%5CTemp%5Cmsohtml1%5C01%5Cclip_filelist.xml" rel="File-List"><style> <!-- /* Style Definitions */ p.MsoNormal, li.MsoNormal, div.MsoNormal {mso-style-parent:""; margin:0in; margin-bottom:.0001pt; mso-pagination:widow-orphan; font-size:12.0pt; font-family:"Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family:"Times New Roman";} @page Section1 {size:8.5in 11.0in; margin:1.0in 1.25in 1.0in 1.25in; mso-header-margin:.5in; mso-footer-margin:.5in; mso-paper-source:0;} div.Section1 {page:Section1;} --> </style>
<br /><p class="MsoNormal" style="MARGIN-LEFT: 0.25in">It also goes by the old saying, “You get what you pay for.”<span style="font-size:0;"> </span>On-line travel engines do not sell the product, they sell the price. <span style="font-size:0;"></span>And, there’s nothing worse than entering your honeymoon suite with roaches and stained linen on your beds due to booking a hotel based on the price and not on what was recommended.<span style="font-size:0;"> </span>You can never be too sure in trusting on-line reviews.<span style="font-size:0;"> </span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="MARGIN-LEFT: 0.25in"><o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="MARGIN-LEFT: 0.25in">Travel engines are not always cheaper either.<span style="font-size:0;"> </span>As travel agents, we are well connected.<span style="font-size:0;"> </span>And by working with an agent that’s in good standing with many vendors, they are most likely to offer you a better deal with better perks.<span style="font-size:0;"> </span>Remember, price does not always outweigh value, especially not on your honeymoon.<span style="font-size:0;"> </span></p>
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<br /><p class="MsoNormal" style="MARGIN-LEFT: 0.25in">I do not charge a service fee for trips that are paid in full.<span style="font-size:0;"> </span>If a payment plan is arranged or assistance is needed with booking air or car rentals, then a $15 service fee is implemented.<span style="font-size:0;"> </span></p>
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<br /><p class="MsoNormal">Yes, I receive promotions daily. Another good thing about working with an agent is that sometimes promotions are only offered to agents working with honeymooners.<span style="font-size:0;"> </span>They are not always released to the public in order to reserve space for those celebrating special occasions.</p>
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<br /><p class="MsoNormal">Clients are welcome to my home office anytime located in <?xml:namespace prefix = st1 /><st1:place st="on"><st1:placename st="on">Baltimore</st1:placename> <st1:placetype st="on">County</st1:placetype></st1:place> (Windsor Mills, MD).<span style="font-size:0;"> </span>Or, I am available to meet with couples within a reasonable radius.</p>
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<br /><meta content="text/html; charset=utf-8" equiv="Content-Type"><meta content="Word.Document" name="ProgId"><meta content="Microsoft Word 11" name="Generator"><meta content="Microsoft Word 11" name="Originator"><link href="file:///C:%5CUsers%5CLISAR%7E1.NEL%5CAppData%5CLocal%5CTemp%5Cmsohtml1%5C01%5Cclip_filelist.xml" rel="File-List"><style> <!-- /* Style Definitions */ p.MsoNormal, li.MsoNormal, div.MsoNormal {mso-style-parent:""; margin:0in; margin-bottom:.0001pt; mso-pagination:widow-orphan; font-size:12.0pt; font-family:"Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family:"Times New Roman";} @page Section1 {size:8.5in 11.0in; margin:1.0in 1.25in 1.0in 1.25in; mso-header-margin:.5in; mso-footer-margin:.5in; mso-paper-source:0;} div.Section1 {page:Section1;} /* List Definitions */ @list l0 {mso-list-id:85077987; mso-list-type:hybrid; mso-list-template-ids:-379296326 67698703 67698691 67698715 67698703 67698713 67698715 67698703 67698713 67698715;} @list l0:level1 {mso-level-tab-stop:.5in; mso-level-number-position:left; text-indent:-.25in;} @list l0:level2 {mso-level-number-format:bullet; mso-level-text:o; mso-level-tab-stop:1.0in; mso-level-number-position:left; text-indent:-.25in; font-family:"Courier New";} ol {margin-bottom:0in;} ul {margin-bottom:0in;} --> </style><b style="COLOR: rgb(255,0,0)">I’m not really sure what I’m doing.<span style="font-size:0;"> </span>Right now, I am just looking online.<span style="font-size:0;"> </span>Can I meet with you anyway?<o:p></o:p></b>
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<br /><p class="MsoNormal">Sure, it’s my job to guide couples in the right direction.<span style="font-size:0;"> </span>Prior to meeting, I suggest couples calling me first to make sure we both at least have an idea as to where they would like to travel.</p>
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<br /><meta content="text/html; charset=utf-8" equiv="Content-Type"><meta content="Word.Document" name="ProgId"><meta content="Microsoft Word 11" name="Generator"><meta content="Microsoft Word 11" name="Originator"><link style="COLOR: rgb(255,0,0)" href="file:///C:%5CUsers%5CLISAR%7E1.NEL%5CAppData%5CLocal%5CTemp%5Cmsohtml1%5C01%5Cclip_filelist.xml" rel="File-List"><style> <!-- /* Style Definitions */ p.MsoNormal, li.MsoNormal, div.MsoNormal {mso-style-parent:""; margin:0in; margin-bottom:.0001pt; mso-pagination:widow-orphan; font-size:12.0pt; font-family:"Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family:"Times New Roman";} @page Section1 {size:8.5in 11.0in; margin:1.0in 1.25in 1.0in 1.25in; mso-header-margin:.5in; mso-footer-margin:.5in; mso-paper-source:0;} div.Section1 {page:Section1;} /* List Definitions */ @list l0 {mso-list-id:85077987; mso-list-type:hybrid; mso-list-template-ids:-379296326 67698703 67698691 67698715 67698703 67698713 67698715 67698703 67698713 67698715;} @list l0:level1 {mso-level-tab-stop:.5in; mso-level-number-position:left; text-indent:-.25in;} @list l0:level2 {mso-level-number-format:bullet; mso-level-text:o; mso-level-tab-stop:1.0in; mso-level-number-position:left; text-indent:-.25in; font-family:"Courier New";} ol {margin-bottom:0in;} ul {margin-bottom:0in;} --> </style><b><span style="COLOR: rgb(255,0,0)">I am having budget concerns. The wedding has gone over budget and I don’t have a lot of money to spend on a honeymoon. Can you help?</span><o:p></o:p></b>
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<br /><p class="MsoNormal">Most certainly.<span style="font-size:0;"> </span>I not only assist couples in planning honeymoons based on interests, but based on budgets that are fitting to each individual couple, also. </p>
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<br /><p class="MsoNormal">Yes, my agency specializes in <st1:country-region st="on">Mexico</st1:country-region>, the Caribbean, and the <st1:country-region st="on"><st1:place st="on">U.S.</st1:place></st1:country-region><span style="font-size:0;"> </span>Although, one of the great things about working with a certified agent is knowing that they are well-connected and knowledgeable about the world, even though they don’t specialize in that particular destination.<span style="font-size:0;"> </span>I am still able to tell you several do’s and don’ts about certain destinations.<span style="font-size:0;"> </span>I also network with a number of agents and vendors.<span style="font-size:0;"> </span>I can assure you that I would not send a couple on their honeymoon without knowing that it is securely planned and reserved through credible service providers.</p>
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<br /><p class="MsoNormal">This is a good point. <span style="font-size:0;"></span>I strongly encourage you to read my blog, “<b>When Tragedy Strikes</b>: <b>How to Safely Plan Your Dream Honeymoon</b>”.<span style="font-size:0;"> </span>Safety is key and knowing what to do and what not to do is even more important.<span style="font-size:0;"> </span>I always review and discuss the latest events taking place at couples’ desired destination prior to making reservations and departure.<span style="font-size:0;"> </span>This is why it’s important to purchase travel insurance in case of emergencies.</p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal">In extreme emergencies, remain calm as much as possible.<span style="font-size:0;"> </span>Locate a local emergency official as soon as possible.<span style="font-size:0;"> </span>Afterwards, notify your hotel’s security, and then contact your agent to assist in contacting emergency contacts, such as insurance carriers, medical providers, even family members.<span style="font-size:0;"> </span>Travelocity and Expedia can’t do that for you.</p>
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<br /><p class="MsoNormal"><b><o:p></o:p></b><b style="COLOR: rgb(255,0,0)">I spent thousands and thousands and thousands of dollars to make sure that I had a “green wedding”.<span style="font-size:0;"> </span>It is really important to us.<span style="font-size:0;"> </span>I want to make sure that our honeymoon is also “green”.<span style="font-size:0;"> </span>We want places which offer organic food.<span style="font-size:0;"> </span>We want to stay in sustainable locations powered by wind or solar.<span style="font-size:0;"> </span>We want a really natural experience.<span style="font-size:0;"> </span>Can you help?<o:p></o:p></b></p>
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<br /><p class="MsoNormal">Sure.<span style="font-size:0;"> </span>Eco-friendly or “green” honeymoons are <i>all the rave</i> right now, and many hotels and resorts are on board.<span style="font-size:0;"> </span>Selecting a location that concerves energy via solar power and uses organic linen is not such a hard task anymore.<span style="font-size:0;"> </span>Check out the following “green” locations that made <st1:place st="on">Island</st1:place> magazine’s top list for 2009:</p><p class="MsoNormal">
<br /></p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p></o:p></p><ol style="MARGIN-TOP: 0in" type="1"><ul style="MARGIN-TOP: 0in" type="circle"><li class="MsoNormal"><strong><span lang="EN" style="font-size:10;">Deer Run Bed & Breakfast, Big Pine Key</span></strong></li><li class="MsoNormal"><st1:placename st="on"><strong><span lang="EN" style="font-size:10;">Milia</span></strong></st1:placename><strong><span lang="EN" style="font-size:10;"> <st1:placetype st="on">Mountain</st1:placetype> Retreat, <st1:place st="on">Crete</st1:place></span></strong></li><li class="MsoNormal"><st1:placename st="on"><strong><span lang="EN" style="font-size:10;">Turtle</span></strong></st1:placename><strong><span lang="EN" style="font-size:10;"> <st1:placetype st="on">Island</st1:placetype> <st1:place st="on"><st1:city st="on">Resort</st1:city>, <st1:country-region st="on">Fiji</st1:country-region></st1:place></span></strong><span lang="EN" style="font-size:10;"> </span></li><li class="MsoNormal"><st1:placename st="on"><strong><span lang="EN" style="font-size:10;">Paradise</span></strong></st1:placename><strong><span lang="EN" style="font-size:10;"> <st1:placetype st="on">Bay</st1:placetype> Eco Escape, South <st1:place st="on"><st1:city st="on">Long Island</st1:city>, <st1:country-region st="on">Australia</st1:country-region></st1:place></span></strong></li><li class="MsoNormal"><st1:placename st="on"><strong><span lang="EN" style="font-size:10;">Ibo</span></strong></st1:placename><strong><span lang="EN" style="font-size:10;"> <st1:placetype st="on">Island</st1:placetype> <st1:place st="on"><st1:city st="on">Lodge</st1:city>, <st1:country-region st="on">Mozambique</st1:country-region></st1:place></span></strong></li></ul></ol><p class="MsoNormal"><strong><span lang="EN" style="font-size:10;"><st1:place st="on"><st1:country-region st="on"></st1:country-region></st1:place></span></strong> </p><p class="MsoNormal"><strong><span lang="EN" style="font-size:10;"><st1:place st="on"><st1:country-region st="on"></st1:country-region></st1:place></span></strong> </p><p class="MsoNormal"><strong><span lang="EN" style="font-size:10;"><st1:place st="on"><st1:country-region st="on"></st1:country-region></st1:place></span></strong></p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p>Thanks to Loren Adams of <span style="COLOR: rgb(255,0,0)"><a href="http://www.destinationsreached.net/">Destinations Reached Travel Consulting Service</a>.</span></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p><span style="COLOR: rgb(255,0,0)"></span>
<br /></o:p></p>Bon Voyage!
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Nelson, CWShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09584307090044875518noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4060056709845338304.post-69018700879665511322010-01-14T20:11:00.000-08:002010-01-15T07:34:08.685-08:00Tantalizing Thursday - A Celebration of Love<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhjP-Vwnaq3uLYhdAECBWzeXBUZQ06ddKXW39plMj6rfVIpBddx7ljb3UIojpR1-42_SAPj-FCzeRtkQBLJtHCM0cfxyfl24BBdXgNM11BbdAncL5tiR-85JoE4D8eT6Fsg2HRzQRB6jQY/s1600-h/Slide2+%282%29.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 210px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhjP-Vwnaq3uLYhdAECBWzeXBUZQ06ddKXW39plMj6rfVIpBddx7ljb3UIojpR1-42_SAPj-FCzeRtkQBLJtHCM0cfxyfl24BBdXgNM11BbdAncL5tiR-85JoE4D8eT6Fsg2HRzQRB6jQY/s320/Slide2+%282%29.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5426818064501824274" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi-m68sMjxPdT14R2JzcUFmrz43VX21teI8xTkVmQFz2MS5SRBcmNJbzR9Ih7QP7co6BJFKEbEoWJL07RG5Bgb3Ej6KJir6qjXvaHF5OxnKqbMx5CWBbHcAMxaLAgrmD71krE27N-U4_MQ/s1600-h/Slide1+%282%29.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 209px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi-m68sMjxPdT14R2JzcUFmrz43VX21teI8xTkVmQFz2MS5SRBcmNJbzR9Ih7QP7co6BJFKEbEoWJL07RG5Bgb3Ej6KJir6qjXvaHF5OxnKqbMx5CWBbHcAMxaLAgrmD71krE27N-U4_MQ/s320/Slide1+%282%29.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5426818063165295298" border="0" /></a><br />Love is all around us and should be shouted from rooftops. A union built out of love and mutual respect is rare - and when found - should be celebrated.<br /><br />We very much enjoy - and want to continue - helping same sex couples celebrate one of life's most special and intimate moments - a moment that will be savored and remembered forever. We look forward to the day when all are afforded equal protection and rights under the states governments.<br /><br />Whatever the case may be - we will continue to embrace all people and treat them with the due respect and professionalism that everyone very much deserves.<br /><br />I want to thank the photographers, <a href="http://www.kellyprizel.com">Kelly Prizel</a> and <a href="http://www.laraswansonphoto.com/blog/">Lara Swanson</a>, for their absolutely amazing and touching photographs.<br /><br />Happy planning!Lisa R. Nelson, CWShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09584307090044875518noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4060056709845338304.post-12468743972012465632010-01-13T14:42:00.000-08:002010-01-13T19:00:35.485-08:00Happy it's HUMP day! Woohoo Wednesday!Not that I'm looking forward to the weekend - with two more wonderful days to go - but things are really exciting around here. At least to me! :)<br /><br />We have finally made the commitment to dust off our website. Boy, was there a lot of dust! The website will look much the same - but will allow us to give you fresh content much more often - which is a fabulous thing!<br /><br />Also, we are going to move our blog directly onto our website! Bye Bye Blogger! Yes, it's going to be a big transition - and I'm not sure it's always going to be smooth. We will do the best that we can. Make sure you continue to visit us here. We will let you know when we are ready to make the transition.<br /><br />The most fun change, is that we are rolling out our "video blog" series - which will be premiering this weekend! Yes, we are moving into the 21st century (slowly). Every weekend, we will be offering a DIY project, a tip, or an update on happenings in the industry - which will be done by MOI (and my hubby) on video. I'm totally excited!<br /><br />Make sure to come back and take a look-see this weekend.<br /><br />This week, we will be making a simply elegant unity candle - and more! Here is little preview!<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi0OmnaWwi90YCMBM6TRWtMdGtb9PxwpySImpmcpXtMnjXHnJCCooXB-3OhegNxGjbbXpsJH03DpUesyGsZHoDcQp6AQGvAuoDTB2rvfYJ8vFfB3ugaSH1T7tji9W6c-wVxXUnaB2LowPA/s1600-h/Candle+arrangement.+website.JPG"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 217px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi0OmnaWwi90YCMBM6TRWtMdGtb9PxwpySImpmcpXtMnjXHnJCCooXB-3OhegNxGjbbXpsJH03DpUesyGsZHoDcQp6AQGvAuoDTB2rvfYJ8vFfB3ugaSH1T7tji9W6c-wVxXUnaB2LowPA/s320/Candle+arrangement.+website.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5426423732845011154" border="0" /></a>Just as a side note, the invitation in this picture is absolutely fabulous. It's printed by hand in calligraphy. there is a hand painted peach rose on each invitation. Simply fabulous and simply elegant - which is what we are all about!<br /><br />Happy planning!Lisa R. Nelson, CWShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09584307090044875518noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4060056709845338304.post-47491250926367112482010-01-12T18:30:00.000-08:002010-01-12T18:48:51.796-08:00Stylish Tuesday - Clean LinesWe love white around here. White is so clean, crisp and fresh. There is nothing that says "wedding" more than white.<br /><br />Here is a bit of white inspiration<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhb358oc1XAhNmftn2bBq3mcsam22oXzXM2ioKQU4O9aGQ2JRoFcRGAHS1_nETWEktcpcqPUS5lAHqXQiAmMcWBRHFa8_Z3Ll17iztKpxMdJaZKnS8BVucYcqCPXf1h4EWk8c_0v4Dp8o0/s1600-h/White+weddings-Martha+%282%29.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 309px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhb358oc1XAhNmftn2bBq3mcsam22oXzXM2ioKQU4O9aGQ2JRoFcRGAHS1_nETWEktcpcqPUS5lAHqXQiAmMcWBRHFa8_Z3Ll17iztKpxMdJaZKnS8BVucYcqCPXf1h4EWk8c_0v4Dp8o0/s320/White+weddings-Martha+%282%29.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5426046692936570978" border="0" /></a>Beautiful! I just love the look of long tables. If you love the look of long tables - we have some weddings for you!<br /><br />If white on white is just not your style, try using it as a background color. White as a background palette is really beautiful and makes any color pop! Take a look at the orange/coral accent.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjpNIePqlnkld5ULYO-_88kgHOWOmdgqcbOGijzpJwUpa2OTD014j8xsxBJ4xiCLNSQ2V6Nk9xxZFm5RWV-Qz4Hiioqq5WmscWO6tVpPv6B7Vt1UBc6_eWWx4TTwxamCcIRD7USMLK-x78/s1600-h/Nigel+and+Meaghan_0023.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 225px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjpNIePqlnkld5ULYO-_88kgHOWOmdgqcbOGijzpJwUpa2OTD014j8xsxBJ4xiCLNSQ2V6Nk9xxZFm5RWV-Qz4Hiioqq5WmscWO6tVpPv6B7Vt1UBc6_eWWx4TTwxamCcIRD7USMLK-x78/s320/Nigel+and+Meaghan_0023.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5426047668086448962" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgkJAFzdaXEdGlgK1t0lh_WvTU17iiwPaVx-MhCkoJO6SSgagJ-ft8H-yyAg2BNVz2rz0jbNnkngADmMkrVl8q0RG5bhF24mlzGwkXs5Mc448c1l_s0-3dRyFhW-7mdinU_UIVZwhCTXS4/s1600-h/orange+and+white+-+martha+and+cake+%282%29.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 242px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgkJAFzdaXEdGlgK1t0lh_WvTU17iiwPaVx-MhCkoJO6SSgagJ-ft8H-yyAg2BNVz2rz0jbNnkngADmMkrVl8q0RG5bhF24mlzGwkXs5Mc448c1l_s0-3dRyFhW-7mdinU_UIVZwhCTXS4/s320/orange+and+white+-+martha+and+cake+%282%29.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5426047317052566354" border="0" /></a>I just love those pictures. The wedding is so intimate and visually stunning.<br /><br />Here is some inspiration from the color of the year, Turquoise<br /><br /><a style="color: rgb(255, 0, 0);" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgIsWM9aZ0cTinTMJG1DhPXV9M3PJcXg7JdWr2I_Nqcr-uCijd7lMuQpdLwavo6XfgCjblJwzLoIbEIVbi7QQ_54TBQ-etWJentSyd1TzqoP9wKAsptTq4xK1uFJcEt2OuL8liPuzto2MQ/s1600-h/JenderyKATIE11+-+Turq+and+white.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 236px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgIsWM9aZ0cTinTMJG1DhPXV9M3PJcXg7JdWr2I_Nqcr-uCijd7lMuQpdLwavo6XfgCjblJwzLoIbEIVbi7QQ_54TBQ-etWJentSyd1TzqoP9wKAsptTq4xK1uFJcEt2OuL8liPuzto2MQ/s320/JenderyKATIE11+-+Turq+and+white.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5426048316557919650" border="0" /></a>Simply beautiful!<br /><br />We love white so much, we are going to talk about it a lot!<br /><br />I wanted to thank <span style="color: rgb(255, 0, 0);">Martha Stewart Weddings </span>for the white and orange and white inspiration, <span style="color: rgb(255, 0, 0);">Dawn Bernard Photography </span>for the lovely picture of the white and orange invitation (custom), and the always lovely - <span style="color: rgb(255, 0, 0);">All Things Lovely </span>blog for the white and turquoise inspiration.<br /><br />Happy planningLisa R. Nelson, CWShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09584307090044875518noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4060056709845338304.post-32968551734851099112010-01-11T04:17:00.000-08:002010-01-11T04:45:26.518-08:00Eco-Chic Monday - Eco Tourism<div style="text-align: center;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhuPo_nnpAcnVrbf7727Z15NTebx7XBKw1FNirBh2KuuERRR42AjUBXNF6Cz3qyUNJXmxP3-MfOKBpWSjYp69AYvZg42LxakrIrAZDSfKFgwPVB5bJyad1dc-uWfkeu9kJGYHAPqEXdB-g/s1600-h/Ibo+Island+Lodge+Photo+Brochure.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhuPo_nnpAcnVrbf7727Z15NTebx7XBKw1FNirBh2KuuERRR42AjUBXNF6Cz3qyUNJXmxP3-MfOKBpWSjYp69AYvZg42LxakrIrAZDSfKFgwPVB5bJyad1dc-uWfkeu9kJGYHAPqEXdB-g/s320/Ibo+Island+Lodge+Photo+Brochure.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5425457248688430082" border="0" /></a>Ibo, Mozambique<br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">A unique, beautiful, and serene honeymoon destination<br /></div><br />Although one cannot deny the activities which attract honeymooners from around the world; such as, scuba diving, the many magnificent beaches that await, the most pristine and unexplored island reef ecosystems in the Indian Ocean that provides refuge for 10 globally threatened bird species and five globally threatened turtle species, and the rich biodiversity - Ibo Island Lodge has also contributed positively to the Ibo way of life!<br /><br />Kevin and Fiona established this first Ibo Island Eco Lodge in 2007. They built Ibo Island Lodge with a sustainable tourism ethos - giving back to the island community and assisting in the conservation and education of visitors and staff alike.<br /><br />Poverty among the island’s 4,000 residents was driving slash-and-burn agriculture and habitat loss, unsustainable fishing, and illegal hunting of marine turtles and sharks. The opening of the Eco Lodge presented numerous new jobs and a viable economic alternative for Ibo Island’s community. It helps enforce national park regulations and engages community members in park patrolling. Ibo’s community trust fund encourages and supports entrepreneurial projects by local people.<br /><br />Ibo Island Lodge in Quirimbas National Park, Mozambique is an outstanding example of how eco-tourism, sustainable economic growth and conservation can go hand in hand.<br /><br />Happy Traveling!Lisa R. Nelson, CWShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09584307090044875518noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4060056709845338304.post-6793400071493655592010-01-10T05:06:00.001-08:002010-01-10T05:36:02.377-08:00Sunday's are also for Trunk Shows! Betsy Robinson Bridal<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhf60ZTzsDHudbxyBP51EGzX4-SAtrdIFtz6WNhNUG-Y8XtaVchgSbgw0_-m5aSCP3r-cPRpLIRt3-oYO-yL21ZFZua8l3wJ6i-e-WU6DxldPXZZyPCn5MOtSQUiAZXPxNJUQgvz2NVP5c/s1600-h/logo.gif"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 220px; height: 60px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhf60ZTzsDHudbxyBP51EGzX4-SAtrdIFtz6WNhNUG-Y8XtaVchgSbgw0_-m5aSCP3r-cPRpLIRt3-oYO-yL21ZFZua8l3wJ6i-e-WU6DxldPXZZyPCn5MOtSQUiAZXPxNJUQgvz2NVP5c/s320/logo.gif" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5425101106929023106" border="0" /></a><br />Trunk show being held at Betsy Robinson's Bridal the entire month of January - featuring the following designers...<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhm5vR2Q2_vFZLUJhFDXOQ_Y47YPWEZu6du6qOC0VAT7APwvYkoq8SSyIIuGLWqSyKqhiVXJG1sjQyvVHMFZQWCcVCchpVOdhh10k4x4SZIJEjaLE-xjJ-1SAlKfw9LGoyVPmvZ9mN8wr8/s1600-h/br+bridal+dresses+trunk+show+%282%29.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 230px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhm5vR2Q2_vFZLUJhFDXOQ_Y47YPWEZu6du6qOC0VAT7APwvYkoq8SSyIIuGLWqSyKqhiVXJG1sjQyvVHMFZQWCcVCchpVOdhh10k4x4SZIJEjaLE-xjJ-1SAlKfw9LGoyVPmvZ9mN8wr8/s320/br+bridal+dresses+trunk+show+%282%29.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5425102779996590050" border="0" /></a> <div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size:130%;"><span style="color: rgb(255, 0, 0);"><span style="font-size:130%;">Romona </span></span></span><span style="font-size:130%;"><span style="color: rgb(255, 0, 0);font-size:130%;" >Keveza Legend Bridal</span> - January 15th, 16th, and 17th<br /><br /><span style="color: rgb(255, 0, 0);font-size:130%;" >Watters </span></span><span style="font-size:130%;"><span style="color: rgb(255, 0, 0);font-size:130%;" >and Wtoo Bridal and Bridesmaids</span><span style="font-size:180%;"> </span>- January 22nd, 23rd, and 24th<br /><br /><span style="color: rgb(255, 0, 0);font-size:130%;" >Amsale Bridal and Bridesmaids</span> - January 29th, 30th, </span><span style="font-size:130%;">and 31st<br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><br /><br /><br />Call for an appointment 410-484-4600<br />1848 Reisterstown Road<br />Baltimore MD 21208<br /><br />Happy Shopping! Happy Saving!Lisa R. Nelson, CWShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09584307090044875518noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4060056709845338304.post-61200786965375190052010-01-09T04:37:00.000-08:002010-01-09T04:59:59.316-08:00Saturday's are for Trunk Shows! Paloma Blanca<div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">January 15-17 2010</span></div><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiqQcwYYzWZQZtwPxiPe-kYJbyQbUcywP_0OS35o4jQmsTjss0BvYaDzrC0NAi2a1tLiibP2EOIzVcO57_SQIfFRIHAcdatAHCG8BTIoMNFL871qOiXDMMbuTMMqHeft1xkxoPdYxDHGOg/s1600-h/Paloma+Blanca+spread-2.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 278px; height: 393px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiqQcwYYzWZQZtwPxiPe-kYJbyQbUcywP_0OS35o4jQmsTjss0BvYaDzrC0NAi2a1tLiibP2EOIzVcO57_SQIfFRIHAcdatAHCG8BTIoMNFL871qOiXDMMbuTMMqHeft1xkxoPdYxDHGOg/s320/Paloma+Blanca+spread-2.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5424722573662100658" border="0" /></a><br /><div style="text-align: center;">Don't miss your window of opportunity to try-on gowns in the latest Paloma Blanca Collection!<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">Call 410-975-0076 </span>for an appointment<br /></div><br /><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">Bridals by Elena</span><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;"></span>556-D Ritchie Highway<br />Park Plaza Shopping Center<span style="font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-weight: bold;"></span></span><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-weight: bold;"></span></span>Severna Park, Maryland 21146<span style="font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-weight: bold;"></span></span><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-weight: bold;"></span></span></div><span style="font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-weight: bold;"><br /><br /></span></span><div style="text-align: left;">Happy Shopping!<span style="font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-weight: bold;"></span></span><br /><br /></div><br /></div></div>Lisa R. Nelson, CWShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09584307090044875518noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4060056709845338304.post-77882174416097589562010-01-08T04:42:00.000-08:002010-01-09T04:37:11.626-08:00Fun and Fabulous Friday! - Top Travel Destinations<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjbnXcO9XjGPJOdVVH2D3FQyiXeQM8pxa4DdNWyBQKgqFdxmkKOSWpP41jRlQnRFlOMaUmCx-Da-Dkh7dutbfzdntIOg8ybE2DxsMx3W_yjJ0ZQ64u2_5JtP9hM-RdJGYWO321nDY900j0/s1600-h/Paradise+Bay+Antartica.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 71px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjbnXcO9XjGPJOdVVH2D3FQyiXeQM8pxa4DdNWyBQKgqFdxmkKOSWpP41jRlQnRFlOMaUmCx-Da-Dkh7dutbfzdntIOg8ybE2DxsMx3W_yjJ0ZQ64u2_5JtP9hM-RdJGYWO321nDY900j0/s320/Paradise+Bay+Antartica.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5424349109728048850" border="0" /></a><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">Let's find a honeymoon destination! Thank you to Loren Adams of</span> </span><span style="color: rgb(255, 0, 0);">Destinations Reached Travel and Consulting Services <span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">for this awesome list!</span>
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<br /><span style="color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">The top travel destinations according to Frommer's, Lonely Planet, and Concierge.com</span>
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<br />I could see myself cruising around because It is very beautiful, peaceful, romantic and relaxing.
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<br />Just bring a coat!
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<br />And maybe a hat and some gloves. You know - just in case you want to take-in the breathtaking views outside your cabin!
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<br />Happy honeymooning!
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<br />Lisa R. Nelson, CWShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09584307090044875518noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4060056709845338304.post-83230430755543314042010-01-07T03:22:00.000-08:002010-01-07T09:27:53.274-08:00Tantalizing Thursday - Sofreh AghdThursday is the day to present beautiful wedding traditions. Jennifer is in her second year with Elegant Event Planning and Design. Jennifer has planned her share of Persian and Middle Eastern Weddings while on Tenure in LA. She has done some fabulous things! So, in honor of her, Thursday is dedicated to all those beautiful traditions - not only in Persian weddings - but different customs from all around the world.
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<br />I enjoy making a ceremony more unique and personalized by incorporating beautiful traditions in each and every wedding.
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<br />So - sit back, relax, and enjoy the beauty and elegant tradition that will unfold before your eyes!
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<br /><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size:180%;">Sofreh Aghd</span>
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<br /><div style="text-align: left;"><span style=";font-family:";font-size:12pt;" >The c</span><span style=";font-family:";font-size:12pt;" >eremony takes place in a special</span><span style=";font-family:";font-size:12pt;" >ly decorated room with flowers and a</span><span style=";font-family:";font-size:12pt;" > beauti</span><span style=";font-family:";font-size:12pt;" >ful and elaborately decorated spread on the floor called "Sofreh-ye A</span><span style=";font-family:";font-size:12pt;" >ghd". Traditio</span><span style=";font-family:";font-size:12pt;" >nally Sofreh-</span><span style=";font-family:";font-size:12pt;" >ye Aghd is set on the floor facing ea</span><span style=";font-family:";font-size:12pt;" >st, the direction of sunrise (light). </span></div>
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<br />On the Sofreh Aghd, are the following...
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<br /><meta equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=utf-8"><meta name="ProgId" content="Word.Document"><meta name="Generator" content="Microsoft Word 11"><meta name="Originator" content="Microsoft Word 11"><link rel="File-List" href="file:///C:%5CUsers%5CLISAR%7E1.NEL%5CAppData%5CLocal%5CTemp%5Cmsohtml1%5C01%5Cclip_filelist.xml"><!--[if gte mso 9]><xml> <w:worddocument> <w:view>Normal</w:View> <w:zoom>0</w:Zoom> <w:punctuationkerning/> <w:validateagainstschemas/> <w:saveifxmlinvalid>false</w:SaveIfXMLInvalid> <w:ignoremixedcontent>false</w:IgnoreMixedContent> <w:alwaysshowplaceholdertext>false</w:AlwaysShowPlaceholderText> <w:compatibility> <w:breakwrappedtables/> <w:snaptogridincell/> <w:wraptextwithpunct/> <w:useasianbreakrules/> <w:dontgrowautofit/> </w:Compatibility> <w:browserlevel>MicrosoftInternetExplorer4</w:BrowserLevel> </w:WordDocument> </xml><![endif]--><!--[if gte mso 9]><xml> <w:latentstyles deflockedstate="false" latentstylecount="156"> </w:LatentStyles> </xml><![endif]--><style> <!-- /* Style Definitions */ p.MsoNormal, li.MsoNormal, div.MsoNormal {mso-style-parent:""; margin:0in; margin-bottom:.0001pt; mso-pagination:widow-orphan; font-size:12.0pt; font-family:"Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family:"Times New Roman";} @page Section1 {size:8.5in 11.0in; margin:1.0in 1.25in 1.0in 1.25in; mso-header-margin:.5in; mso-footer-margin:.5in; mso-paper-source:0;} div.Section1 {page:Section1;} --> </style><!--[if gte mso 10]> <style> /* Style Definitions */ table.MsoNormalTable {mso-style-name:"Table Normal"; mso-tstyle-rowband-size:0; mso-tstyle-colband-size:0; mso-style-noshow:yes; mso-style-parent:""; mso-padding-alt:0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; mso-para-margin:0in; mso-para-margin-bottom:.0001pt; mso-pagination:widow-orphan; font-size:10.0pt; font-family:"Times New Roman"; mso-ansi-language:#0400; mso-fareast-language:#0400; mso-bidi-language:#0400;} </style> <![endif]--><strong><span style="font-size:12pt;">1. Mirror</span></strong><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh_uxtNyjjkvyZ3EqKbbY8OIOpl2pDZ957eq7VX0OQag2AioUFTcrQpbHu0OoUGc4hBol5ff3pH_t4SqVtvNj7SX5b29bhGlT9S4WcSG1Ijpg_NOE_a0766Bdmm-0mWBiSFkLm-Yo-QQWc/s1600-h/Persian+wedding+photo+1.bmp"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 208px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh_uxtNyjjkvyZ3EqKbbY8OIOpl2pDZ957eq7VX0OQag2AioUFTcrQpbHu0OoUGc4hBol5ff3pH_t4SqVtvNj7SX5b29bhGlT9S4WcSG1Ijpg_NOE_a0766Bdmm-0mWBiSFkLm-Yo-QQWc/s320/Persian+wedding+photo+1.bmp" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5423961931691921026" border="0" /></a><span style=";font-family:";font-size:12pt;" > (of fate) "Aayeneh-ye Bakht" and two </span><span style=";font-family:";font-size:12pt;" ><strong>Candela</strong></span><span style=";font-family:";font-size:12pt;" ><strong>b</strong></span><span style=";font-family:";font-size:12pt;" ><strong>ras</strong> (representing the bride and groom </span><span style=";font-family:";font-size:12pt;" >and brightness in their future) </span>. They symbolize light and fire. The Bride enters the room with her veil. When she sits to the left of her Bridegroom and removes her veil, the first thing he will see in the mirror is his Bride-to-be.
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<br />5. <meta equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=utf-8"><meta name="ProgId" content="Word.Document"><meta name="Generator" content="Microsoft Word 11"><meta name="Originator" content="Microsoft Word 11"><link rel="File-List" href="file:///C:%5CUsers%5CLISAR%7E1.NEL%5CAppData%5CLocal%5CTemp%5Cmsohtml1%5C01%5Cclip_filelist.xml"><!--[if gte mso 9]><xml> <w:worddocument> <w:view>Normal</w:View> <w:zoom>0</w:Zoom> <w:punctuationkerning/> <w:validateagainstschemas/> <w:saveifxmlinvalid>false</w:SaveIfXMLInvalid> <w:ignoremixedcontent>false</w:IgnoreMixedContent> <w:alwaysshowplaceholdertext>false</w:AlwaysShowPlaceholderText> <w:compatibility> <w:breakwrappedtables/> <w:snaptogridincell/> <w:wraptextwithpunct/> <w:useasianbreakrules/> <w:dontgrowautofit/> </w:Compatibility> <w:browserlevel>MicrosoftInternetExplorer4</w:BrowserLevel> </w:WordDocument> </xml><![endif]--><!--[if gte mso 9]><xml> <w:latentstyles deflockedstate="false" latentstylecount="156"> </w:LatentStyles> </xml><![endif]--><style> <!-- /* Style Definitions */ p.MsoNormal, li.MsoNormal, div.MsoNormal {mso-style-parent:""; margin:0in; margin-bottom:.0001pt; mso-pagination:widow-orphan; font-size:12.0pt; font-family:"Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family:"Times New Roman";} @page Section1 {size:8.5in 11.0in; margin:1.0in 1.25in 1.0in 1.25in; mso-header-margin:.5in; mso-footer-margin:.5in; mso-paper-source:0;} div.Section1 {page:Section1;} --> </style><!--[if gte mso 10]> <style> /* Style Definitions */ table.MsoNormalTable {mso-style-name:"Table Normal"; mso-tstyle-rowband-size:0; mso-tstyle-colband-size:0; mso-style-noshow:yes; mso-style-parent:""; mso-padding-alt:0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; mso-para-margin:0in; mso-para-margin-bottom:.0001pt; mso-pagination:widow-orphan; font-size:10.0pt; font-family:"Times New Roman"; mso-ansi-language:#0400; mso-fareast-language:#0400; mso-bidi-language:#0400;} </style> <![endif]--><strong><span style="font-size:12pt;">A basket of pomegranates and/o</span></strong><strong><span style="font-size:12pt;">r apples </span></strong><span style=";font-family:";font-size:12pt;" >for a</span><span style=";font-family:";font-size:12pt;" > joyous future.
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<br />6. </span><meta equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=utf-8"><meta name="ProgId" content="Word.Document"><meta name="Generator" content="Microsoft Word 11"><meta name="Originator" content="Microsoft Word 11"><link rel="File-List" href="file:///C:%5CUsers%5CLISAR%7E1.NEL%5CAppData%5CLocal%5CTemp%5Cmsohtml1%5C01%5Cclip_filelist.xml"><!--[if gte mso 9]><xml> <w:worddocument> <w:view>Normal</w:View> <w:zoom>0</w:Zoom> <w:punctuationkerning/> <w:validateagainstschemas/> <w:saveifxmlinvalid>false</w:SaveIfXMLInvalid> <w:ignoremixedcontent>false</w:IgnoreMixedContent> <w:alwaysshowplaceholdertext>false</w:AlwaysShowPlaceholderText> <w:compatibility> <w:breakwrappedtables/> <w:snaptogridincell/> <w:wraptextwithpunct/> <w:useasianbreakrules/> <w:dontgrowautofit/> </w:Compatibility> <w:browserlevel>MicrosoftInternetExplorer4</w:BrowserLevel> </w:WordDocument> </xml><![endif]--><!--[if gte mso 9]><xml> <w:latentstyles deflockedstate="false" latentstylecount="156"> </w:LatentStyles> </xml><![endif]--><style> <!-- /* Style Definitions */ p.MsoNormal, li.MsoNormal, div.MsoNormal {mso-style-parent:""; margin:0in; margin-bottom:.0001pt; mso-pagination:widow-orphan; font-size:12.0pt; font-family:"Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family:"Times New Roman";} @page Section1 {size:8.5in 11.0in; margin:1.0in 1.25in 1.0in 1.25in; mso-header-margin:.5in; mso-footer-margin:.5in; mso-paper-source:0;} div.Section1 {page:Section1;} --> </style><!--[if gte mso 10]> <style> /* Style Definitions */ table.MsoNormalTable {mso-style-name:"Table Normal"; mso-tstyle-rowband-size:0; mso-tstyle-colband-size:0; mso-style-noshow:yes; mso-style-parent:""; mso-padding-alt:0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; mso-para-margin:0in; mso-para-margin-bottom:.0001pt; mso-pagination:widow-orphan; font-size:10.0pt; font-family:"Times New Roman"; mso-ansi-language:#0400; mso-fareast-language:#0400; mso-bidi-language:#0400;} </style> <![endif]--><strong><span style="font-size:12pt;">A cup of rose water extrac</span></strong><strong><span style="font-size:12pt;">ted from special Persian roses</span></strong><span style=";font-family:";font-size:12pt;" > "Gol-e Mo</span><span style=";font-family:";font-size:12pt;" >hammadi"to ma</span><span style=";font-family:";font-size:12pt;" >ke the air sweet
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<br />7. </span><meta equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=utf-8"><meta name="ProgId" content="Word.Document"><meta name="Generator" content="Microsoft Word 11"><meta name="Originator" content="Microsoft Word 11"><link rel="File-List" href="file:///C:%5CUsers%5CLISAR%7E1.NEL%5CAppData%5CLocal%5CTemp%5Cmsohtml1%5C01%5Cclip_filelist.xml"><!--[if gte mso 9]><xml> <w:worddocument> <w:view>Normal</w:View> <w:zoom>0</w:Zoom> <w:punctuationkerning/> <w:validateagainstschemas/> <w:saveifxmlinvalid>false</w:SaveIfXMLInvalid> <w:ignoremixedcontent>false</w:IgnoreMixedContent> <w:alwaysshowplaceholdertext>false</w:AlwaysShowPlaceholderText> <w:compatibility> <w:breakwrappedtables/> <w:snaptogridincell/> <w:wraptextwithpunct/> <w:useasianbreakrules/> <w:dontgrowautofit/> </w:Compatibility> <w:browserlevel>MicrosoftInternetExplorer4</w:BrowserLevel> </w:WordDocument> </xml><![endif]--><!--[if gte mso 9]><xml> <w:latentstyles deflockedstate="false" latentstylecount="156"> </w:LatentStyles> </xml><![endif]--><style> <!-- /* Style Definitions */ p.MsoNormal, li.MsoNormal, div.MsoNormal {mso-style-parent:""; margin:0in; margin-bottom:.0001pt; mso-pagination:widow-orphan; font-size:12.0pt; font-family:"Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family:"Times New Roman";} @page Section1 {size:8.5in 11.0in; margin:1.0in 1.25in 1.0in 1.25in; mso-header-margin:.5in; mso-footer-margin:.5in; mso-paper-source:0;} div.Section1 {page:Section1;} --> </style><!--[if gte mso 10]> <style> /* Style Definitions */ table.MsoNormalTable {mso-style-name:"Table Normal"; mso-tstyle-rowband-size:0; mso-tstyle-colband-size:0; mso-style-noshow:yes; mso-style-parent:""; mso-padding-alt:0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; mso-para-margin:0in; mso-para-margin-bottom:.0001pt; mso-pagination:widow-orphan; font-size:10.0pt; font-family:"Times New Roman"; mso-ansi-language:#0400; mso-fareast-language:#0400; mso-bidi-language:#0400;} </style> <![endif]--><strong><span style="font-size:12pt;">A</span></strong><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjTIA8J0Uure36HYLA_rjTug2nO0M3Uog4lX_t62C8EhMRE204MCeQOcYCbw1DBrRi9GYhrvOJ1fJECDMrvNYiJwfj2sogpOIOqemAw23_5YeyGahp3u1asonDaHToMaxmhorT2nbabe_0/s1600-h/Persian+wedding+photo+3.bmp"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 210px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjTIA8J0Uure36HYLA_rjTug2nO0M3Uog4lX_t62C8EhMRE204MCeQOcYCbw1DBrRi9GYhrvOJ1fJECDMrvNYiJwfj2sogpOIOqemAw23_5YeyGahp3u1asonDaHToMaxmhorT2nbabe_0/s320/Persian+wedding+photo+3.bmp" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5423966758446570514" border="0" /></a><strong><span style="font-size:12pt;"> cup of honey</span></strong> <span style=";font-family:";font-size:12pt;" >to sweeten life. The</span><span style=";font-family:";font-size:12pt;" > couple offers the other a dab on their fingertip</span><span style=";font-family:";font-size:12pt;" >.</span>
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<br />9. <meta equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=utf-8"><meta name="ProgId" content="Word.Document"><meta name="Generator" content="Microsoft Word 11"><meta name="Originator" content="Microsoft Word 11"><link rel="File-List" href="file:///C:%5CUsers%5CLISAR%7E1.NEL%5CAppData%5CLocal%5CTemp%5Cmsohtml1%5C01%5Cclip_filelist.xml"><!--[if gte mso 9]><xml> <w:worddocument> <w:view>Normal</w:View> <w:zoom>0</w:Zoom> <w:punctuationkerning/> <w:validateagainstschemas/> <w:saveifxmlinvalid>false</w:SaveIfXMLInvalid> <w:ignoremixedcontent>false</w:IgnoreMixedContent> <w:alwaysshowplaceholdertext>false</w:AlwaysShowPlaceholderText> <w:compatibility> <w:breakwrappedtables/> <w:snaptogridincell/> <w:wraptextwithpunct/> <w:useasianbreakrules/> <w:dontgrowautofit/> </w:Compatibility> <w:browserlevel>MicrosoftInternetExplorer4</w:BrowserLevel> </w:WordDocument> </xml><![endif]--><!--[if gte mso 9]><xml> <w:latentstyles deflockedstate="false" latentstylecount="156"> </w:LatentStyles> </xml><![endif]--><style> <!-- /* Style Definitions */ p.MsoNormal, li.MsoNormal, div.MsoNormal {mso-style-parent:""; margin:0in; margin-bottom:.0001pt; mso-pagination:widow-orphan; font-size:12.0pt; font-family:"Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family:"Times New Roman";} @page Section1 {size:8.5in 11.0in; margin:1.0in 1.25in 1.0in 1.25in; mso-header-margin:.5in; mso-footer-margin:.5in; mso-paper-source:0;} div.Section1 {page:Section1;} --> </style><!--[if gte mso 10]> <style> /* Style Definitions */ table.MsoNormalTable {mso-style-name:"Table Normal"; mso-tstyle-rowband-size:0; mso-tstyle-colband-size:0; mso-style-noshow:yes; mso-style-parent:""; mso-padding-alt:0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; mso-para-margin:0in; mso-para-margin-bottom:.0001pt; mso-pagination:widow-orphan; font-size:10.0pt; font-family:"Times New Roman"; mso-ansi-language:#0400; mso-fareast-language:#0400; mso-bidi-language:#0400;} </style> <![endif]--><strong><span style="font-size:12pt;">A needle and seven strands of colored thread</span></strong><span style=";font-family:";font-size:12pt;" > to figuratively sew up the mother-in-law's lips from speaking unpleasant words to the bride! </span>
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<br />Photography by <a href="http://www.thomasgraves.com/">Thomas Graves Photography</a>
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<br /></div></div>Lisa R. Nelson, CWShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09584307090044875518noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4060056709845338304.post-47365998919815928742010-01-06T03:41:00.000-08:002010-01-06T03:58:38.220-08:00Happy it's HUMP day!Okay - look at the fabulousness we have for your today! It's a beautiful engagement shoot by one fabu photographer - and one uber beautiful client. These pictures are so wonderful! I just can't wait for the wedding.<br /><div style="text-align: left;"><br />I love you!<br /><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhLwgqUFxpYaQsT52D_yBExyKZCoPnw_pMrzldTSKa9aWCnbdpX4HZ7Vs7CJ5f3hMyGyeVfdMNW9L9rP71wK0lXpyS4uHRI2D2lzCPWs0tapmdvds1SvjF9kfuDcHFmwnGxkmhpIK53tDY/s1600-h/kristy+and+jp+engagment+photos+1.bmp"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 213px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhLwgqUFxpYaQsT52D_yBExyKZCoPnw_pMrzldTSKa9aWCnbdpX4HZ7Vs7CJ5f3hMyGyeVfdMNW9L9rP71wK0lXpyS4uHRI2D2lzCPWs0tapmdvds1SvjF9kfuDcHFmwnGxkmhpIK53tDY/s320/kristy+and+jp+engagment+photos+1.bmp" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5423593101747370722" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjlx0jmw4ujeqQTc2E9aDdr1hfTo3s9nUZ6EyA8B4W0fGl5B4W9ZWTm-rBseE1iVyigsJ42qqiAl58ohN2k1BGl4GoHuen6mA_TpiZkcGOUsScKU0Ycuy72wL7JZU-2MnxFYn8PlkyWf4U/s1600-h/kristy+and+jp+engagement+photos+2.bmp"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; 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float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhBnbmxeVgkef24M6UkgxEND-DHicxoyehkZYhRJOyAL_rjm4qYd44MJ5WwZRUDv7JyrCZc79O5uY2ktdq9Iou34M4EZ5QZRVp7dz9dye-vJ7eG4wcywkOxrNzcdArdJQh71j1RIsgwlls/s320/kristy+and+jp+engagment+photos+6.bmp" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5423592038358137522" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br />Ho Hum! You guys are so beautiful. I'm so proud!<br /><br />Photography by Genevieve Leiper of <a href="http://www.genevieveleiper.com/">Genevieve Leiper Photography</a><br /><br />Happy planning!<br /></div>Lisa R. Nelson, CWShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09584307090044875518noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4060056709845338304.post-16783046206564305182010-01-05T04:41:00.000-08:002010-01-05T05:07:37.699-08:00Stylish Tuesday - The Super Chic Cosmo<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjvriX-hPCLgjLtAlNDWORaqz2ZK3UpNN1Kwl01ljXP7PY7cQTYkjv7CuZopfLbagspfGSP_YPw3qy_jPaF9eDUPh55GLXj2Pq98RqKPu5fSJH_sWUkxpzsc141Ll3sdhhTKzoQAI6wxUI/s1600-h/Orange+Cosmo.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 247px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjvriX-hPCLgjLtAlNDWORaqz2ZK3UpNN1Kwl01ljXP7PY7cQTYkjv7CuZopfLbagspfGSP_YPw3qy_jPaF9eDUPh55GLXj2Pq98RqKPu5fSJH_sWUkxpzsc141Ll3sdhhTKzoQAI6wxUI/s320/Orange+Cosmo.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5423235430177708018" border="0" /></a>I love signature drinks, especially during the summer months. Use something that pulls out your color and style of the wedding. Since I like simple, and I love orange - I chose this delectable Cosmo. So pretty.<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;">Citrus Cosmopolitan<br /><span style="font-size:85%;">Makes 2-five ounce drinks<br /><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;">2 ounces of orange scented Vodka<br />2 ounces blood-orange juice<br />2 ounces Cointreau<br />2 ounces orange juice<br />2 ounces of red or pink grapefruit juice<br />Zest of 1 blood orange<br /><br /><div style="text-align: left;">This was taken from <span style="color: rgb(255, 0, 0);">Martha Stewart Weddings </span>ages ago (cir 2001)!<span style="color: rgb(255, 0, 0);"><span style="color: rgb(51, 0, 51);"> </span></span></div><br /><div style="text-align: left;">Happy Planning!<br /></div></div>Lisa R. Nelson, CWShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09584307090044875518noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4060056709845338304.post-43931654701935999782010-01-04T04:41:00.000-08:002010-01-04T04:53:41.451-08:00Eco-Chic Monday - Eco-Unique CandlesCheck out these babies! I love em!<br /><br />Palm soy Crystal Wedding pillars. I love decorating with candles (and flowers). What else says romantic wedding other than candles and flowers?<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjVZJeDHRXpJS7rF5f_n1B4qyYBmwtCg2tTe3rDO2-UvZAT5weYjoLrgSy3ca8R-qwFoFDz_fZBnTW0fLPzWIAZ7kPeNIb0nW-D7a6ocC4ZQqL7tylWqTCuC1zt7x9NX3XNHzMGImdIKW8/s1600-h/EC-05pillars-2.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 302px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjVZJeDHRXpJS7rF5f_n1B4qyYBmwtCg2tTe3rDO2-UvZAT5weYjoLrgSy3ca8R-qwFoFDz_fZBnTW0fLPzWIAZ7kPeNIb0nW-D7a6ocC4ZQqL7tylWqTCuC1zt7x9NX3XNHzMGImdIKW8/s320/EC-05pillars-2.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5422864635204381634" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br />Beautiful!<br /><br />They come in a variety of romantic scents, and can be ordered in your color of choice. Of course, I posted white, because you know how much I love simple!<br /><br />The Palm wax comes from sustainable palm trees and is mixed with 100% organic kosher soy wax.<br /><br />Pair them with these lovely votives, and you are good to go!<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhrjKmoPCz-YNipxgUJUL3oFXqsKHPUcJBaq4gSYRwSgqS7i6YEsb38hPSDSX0hwUtqAS8DdMwN4FOyG6EdjQ5el5YtYe7AlKKygUBLZ5PQHFZE6UdNU4ZDbqMCUl0UlHDs6wepalGP0W4/s1600-h/EC-06votives-2-+palm+soy.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 267px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhrjKmoPCz-YNipxgUJUL3oFXqsKHPUcJBaq4gSYRwSgqS7i6YEsb38hPSDSX0hwUtqAS8DdMwN4FOyG6EdjQ5el5YtYe7AlKKygUBLZ5PQHFZE6UdNU4ZDbqMCUl0UlHDs6wepalGP0W4/s320/EC-06votives-2-+palm+soy.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5422866546858558226" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br />Happy Planning!Lisa R. 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