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Entertaining for Two -- Outdoors

Sep 30, 2007 - While planning lunch today, I couldn't help but feel I should take advantage of the beautiful day. This took about ten minutes to set up, but sure leaves a lasting impression! The beach umbrella was about $12 from a department store and folds up to store in a closet, so it always looks nice and bright. - 4 Comments

Reception tips and ideas

Oct 29, 2009 - Henry Hager And Jenna Bush Wedding Your wedding will no doubt be the most romantic day of your lives, it's a celebration of love and commitment. But it's also the biggest party you'll probably ever throw. So pull out all the stops and make it a night to remember. We've researched the top wedding experts to find their best ideas for throwing a fun and unique reception, while maximizing the romance and tugging at the heartstrings of your guests. Whether you use one or 10 of them, we hope you will find at least a few new and creative ideas to make your reception even more fabulous.

If you're planning an outdoor event, don't forget to spray the grounds for insects about an hour before the guests arrive.

Skip the huge head table at the reception, share an intimate dinner for two, or share a small table with your parents or children.

Ask your caterer to prepare a late night snack for the bride and groom. As more often than not you are too busy with guests when dinner is served.

Want to use those disposable cameras on the reception tables. To avoid having hundreds of the same pictures by turning your guests into creative photographers with a photo hunt. Leave a list of ten great photos you would like that table to take during the reception. Photo ideas could include; build a pyramid, group table shot, funniest pose, a guest kissing the bartender or grandparents holding hands.

Don't like the disposable cameras but still want to get memories captured by your guests? Set up a docking station so guests can load their photos to your computer on the spot.

Offer your guests one or two signature cocktails that you've personalized with a cute name and your wedding colors.

Want the expensive look of calligraphy for your invitations without the cost? Calligraphic fonts that look like the real thing are readily available. Free font sources: searchfreefonts.com, highfonts.com, dafont.com

Have a graphic artist create a custom wedding logo that you can use on printed materials and other elements of your wedding to create a cohesive look. (If you’re artistic you can do this yourself. - 0 Comments

Lenzr is a serial photo contest website

Sep 29, 2009 - Two months after they started, the first contests ended on September 1st 2009 and three winners were recognized and rewarded. These members will soon be contacted by Lenzr admin re: delivery of prizes. Emergency in Toronto had 15 photos and gathered over 300 total votes. - 0 Comments

Great Party Platters!

May 24, 2007 - This is a great idea. Outdoor plates for the outdoors. These wooden like plates are the perfect match to your picnic or outdoor barbecue. - 2 Comments

Favorite Restaurants?

Jul 09, 2008 - Extreme boredom has finally set in for my summer vacation. Unfortunately, my favorite things to do when I'm bored are eating and spending money. That's where good restaurants come in! - 0 Comments

Milla Marries Paul W.Anderson at sunset

Aug 23, 2009 - Actress Milla Jovovich married director Paul W.S. Anderson in an intimate outdoor ceremony at their home in Beverly Hills on Saturday, PEOPLE has confirmed. The bride, 33, wore a '60's-style mini dress she designed herself as she walked down the aisle in the backyard of the couple's Spanish-style house, decorated with red and white floral arrangements. - 4 Comments

Newsletters and Blogs I check out to find new events or things to do around San Francisco

Aug 25, 2009 - Many people have complemented me on my talent for always knowing when crazy events are taking place around San Francisco, how I always know where the latest hotpots to eat, shop, or see are located, and I'm often asked for suggestions. So I'm going to share my secret to being "in the know." Aside from having way too much time on my hands, I have a few great newsletters/ websites I check out and read often when I need inspiration. - 0 Comments

Obamas' Party Budget

Mar 07, 2009 - PUBLIC POST * (Because I'm really curious about whether anyone can rationally justify this.) While they're stealing our tax dollars and robbing our kids' piggy banks, the Obamas are partying it up in the White House. No time just now for a full blog post, but I had to share this. White House nightlife under investigation 'This party atmosphere sends the wrong message' Posted: March 07, 2009 12:20 am Eastern By Bob Unruh © 2009 WorldNetDaily An organization that serves as a watchdog on the U.S. - 24 Comments

Before, During and After: The Slate Garden Gallery

Jun 23, 2008 - With our patio project completed, my husband and I were more than encouraged to spruce up the rest of the yard behind our house. This is, more or less, a work in progress but we have made significant strides. The final intent of the space as a whole goes well beyond it being a rather lovely outdoor area to relax and entertain. - 7 Comments

Garden Art: Say Cheese: Complete

Jul 07, 2008 - Who said I don't have a sense of humor... This whimsical, pop art styled cheese burger is the latest, and final addition to our patio. Say Cheese... - 18 Comments