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Wednesday, November 11, 2009
Tuesday, November 10, 2009
Waterfront Wedding... Erin and Steve
Inspiration Board we created 
Details from Erin and Steve's Wedding
This past season has been truly incredible and with one weekend left of weddings it is hard to believe it is coming to a close. Each and every couple I have worked with this past year has touched my life in a different way and I am forever grateful for the job I have and for them inviting me to be a part of such a special day in their lives.
Erin and Steve were married at the Branford House Mansion in Connecticut this summer. The mansion sits perched on a huge lawn with 180 degree views of the water. It is one of a few venues in the state, that is not a private residence, that has such an incredible location.
The design/color palette of this wedding is truly one of my favorites of the season. The combination of purple, turquoise, white and navy surrounded by the deep chocolate walls of the interior of the mansion was breath taking. We had such great fun in taking a beach themed wedding combined with the romance and elegance of the majestic mansion and making it unique to them.
Congratulations Erin and Steve!
Collaboration:
Florist: Hana Floral Design
Photographer: Scandinavian Photography
Music: Power Posse Productions
Hair/Makeup: Rob Rivers Salon
Photobooth: Photobooth Planet
Venue: Branford House Mansion
Rentals: Rentals Unlimited and Party Rental Ltd. (purple charger and aqua flute glass)
Monday, November 9, 2009
A glass of wine and a bit o' sparkle and shimmer
This is definitely an event not to be missed! A little bit of wine from Chamard Vineyards and a whole lot sparkle and shimmer from the Jennie Fresa Beauty Library! I seriously jump at any chance that I can get to have the talented Ms. Jennie Fresa work on this old face with her new line of makeup. I can't say enough about her mineral powder in Kenya!! Add a glass of wine from Chamard Vineyards and sit by their massive stone fireplace with a view overlooking fields of grapes....A little slice of Heaven on a cold Fall evening!!
Rsvp quickly as I know it will fill up fast!!!
See you there!
LSW
Across the finish line...
Day before the marathon at the expo picking up my packet and number to race. 
My father in law (George) and I at the finish in Manteo, NC with our medals.Since many of you have been following my training and blog postings about the marathon I thought I would give a quick recap of the race.
Yesterday turned out to be one of the most incredible runs I have had since I decided to train to be a marathon runner just over 3 years ago. At the start of the OBX marathon it was absolutely perfect conditions and I felt great the entire run. I highly recommend this marathon for people that are considering a place to do their first one. The course was great, although the unexpected trail portion of the course was quite challenging, sand, sticks, hills, exposed roots, rocks, fun times! I have no idea how the guy running in barefoot made it out of there.
I stayed with the 4 hour pacer for most of the run but started to pull away just after mile 13. I was hoping to beat sister's personal record of 3:40 but came in with an official time of 3:57:38, which for me was a personal record. Until the next one!
Saturday, November 7, 2009
Why I run...
View on the beach this morning. Nags Head, NC
Why I Run... There are many reasons why I run.
I love the freedom of the open road. I love the the clarity and silence I find in myself by the end of a long run. I love exploring new places and discovering beauty in unexpected spots. I love it because I could push myself as hard as I possibly could, drag my feet along on tired days, or just run without a thought about my pace. On bad days running is always there for me. On lonely days running is a good friend. On beautiful sunny days I couldn't imagine a better way to enjoy the afternoon. And in the middle of winter the brisk air fills me with life.
I guess running really has become such a huge part of who I am. I couldn't imagine my days without it, and tomorrow at 7:20 when the OBX marathon kicks off I am hoping for the energy to carry me to the finish. It is really an unpredictable experience, but truly one that leaves you changed for the rest of your life.
Some of my favorites...
Why I RUN...
"My philosophy: You never know how far you can go until you go too far. I love seeing just how far the body and mind can be pushed" - Jen Segger
" Running helps me achieve mental clarity and explore new places at my own pace."- Senja Palonen
"You have to forget your last marathon before you try another. Your mind can't know what's coming."
-Frank Shorter
"The marathon's about being in contention over the last 10K. That's when it's about what you have in your core. You have run all the strength, all the superficial fitness out of yourself, and it really come down to what's left inside you. To be able to draw deep and pull something out of yourself is one of the most tremendous things about the marathon." - Rob de Castella
Friday, November 6, 2009
Thursday, November 5, 2009
Tights...
What is it with tights??? I mean I seriously hated them as a child. Made of scratchy, itchy wool which lost their shape after 1 day!! But now with a little bit of stretch and a whole lot of color they can add happiness to a very dreary winter...
LSW
Onward...
Two days until I run the OBX marathon. It is hard to believe after 18 weeks of training with Hal Higdon's program the week of the race is here.
In the spirit of the marathon, I came across this video today via wonting and it made me smile. The adventures of running, you never know what you will encounter on the open road. Hoping for a good weather day on Sunday.
The film was inspired by certain personal experiences in running – a favorite run over Blanchland moor in Northumberland, being attacked by a crow in Singapore – and also by the transcendent, almost psychedelic experience of the simple act of running. -James Jarvis
Wednesday, November 4, 2009
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