Tuesday, January 20, 2009
Speechless!!
I really have no words other than I feel so blessed to see this day: The 44th PRESIDENT Barack Obama & his lovely wife, Michelle dancing to one of the most beautiful songs ever made, At Last by Etta James!! I'm so proud to be here and so proud to call the Obamas the first family!
Friday, January 16, 2009
Wed Style...The Glam Bride
The great GLAM bride!! One of my personal wedding style favorites...because it never seems to go out of season. From vintage glam to the modern glam bride its always looks beautiful! A simple way to get the 1940's glam look, think extravagance and glamour. Think about the original divas like Lena Horne, Josephine Baker or Rita Hayworth. Or if you want a more toned down glam look, think all white posh art gallery! lol. White feathers on the shoes, rhinestones in the hair, a little bit of drama in a sexy, modern and GLAMOROUS way!
Monday, January 12, 2009
Check out Chocolate B&B on African-American Brides.com
Hey all - So you know I'm super excited about my first ever giveaway (see below) and now I'm over here grinning from ear to ear because my bouquet giveaway was featured on the fabulous blog by african-american.com!
If you haven't had the opportunity to see the site already: it features the latest trends, celeb wedding styles, fashion ideas and many vendor resources that can help plan the big day! So if you looking for a great site that has a little bit of everything for everyone, check them out at http://blog.african-americanbrides.com
Again thanks to the the lovely Erica, for spreading the word!
Toodles!
If you haven't had the opportunity to see the site already: it features the latest trends, celeb wedding styles, fashion ideas and many vendor resources that can help plan the big day! So if you looking for a great site that has a little bit of everything for everyone, check them out at http://blog.african-americanbrides.com
Again thanks to the the lovely Erica, for spreading the word!
Toodles!
Wednesday, January 7, 2009
Free Bouquet Giveaway!
Happy New Year Everyone!
Did you know that December is traditionally a slow month for weddings, but is by far the most popular month for engagements! And who can blame them,
November though December is the perfect mix of festive celebrations, libations, snuggling weather, family, friends and of course a
whole lot of love.
Over 19 percent of couples become engaged during the holidays. So in honor of all the brides & grooms to be: I am giving away a free bridal bouquet ( $55 value) to a couple who is planning a 09 wedding! Im feeling very generous!
All you need to do is tell us the FUNNY, UNIQUE way you got engaged this past Holiday season!
Enter your TRUE proposal story ( please don't make up something folks) to dachocolatefactory@hotmail.com
along with your contact information. There are also runner up prizes, but the offer ends on Feb 1st.
I will select the lucky winner . I can't wait to see the entries.
Good luck and don't forget to check out www.chocolatebroomsandbouquets.com !
Did you know that December is traditionally a slow month for weddings, but is by far the most popular month for engagements! And who can blame them,
November though December is the perfect mix of festive celebrations, libations, snuggling weather, family, friends and of course a
whole lot of love.
Over 19 percent of couples become engaged during the holidays. So in honor of all the brides & grooms to be: I am giving away a free bridal bouquet ( $55 value) to a couple who is planning a 09 wedding! Im feeling very generous!
All you need to do is tell us the FUNNY, UNIQUE way you got engaged this past Holiday season!
Enter your TRUE proposal story ( please don't make up something folks) to dachocolatefactory@hotmail.com
along with your contact information. There are also runner up prizes, but the offer ends on Feb 1st.
I will select the lucky winner . I can't wait to see the entries.
Good luck and don't forget to check out www.chocolatebroomsandbouquets.com !
Wednesday, December 17, 2008
My Last Wedding of 2008
Can you believe this year is come to a close already? It seems like I was just celebrating 2008, the year of new beginnings.
I have lots to celebrate this year: the launch of my website, (www.chocolatebrooomsandbouquets.com) my online shop (chocolatebandb.etsy.com) and I recently had my first online purchase from a international client.
Here's some pictures of the items I created for her wedding on the 21st!. Congrats again to Ms. Alba!
I have lots to celebrate this year: the launch of my website, (www.chocolatebrooomsandbouquets.com) my online shop (chocolatebandb.etsy.com) and I recently had my first online purchase from a international client.
Here's some pictures of the items I created for her wedding on the 21st!. Congrats again to Ms. Alba!
Thursday, December 11, 2008
Must See Movie featuring Morris Chestnut!
Hey all - I have to tell you about one of the BEST movies I seen in a long time, Bishop TD Jakes' Latest Movie, Not Easily Broken.
Morris Chestnut ( who made a surprise appearance at the screening looking EXTRA FINE! lol) & Taraji Henson ( the girlfriend from Baby Boy) are the stars of the film. Im telling you I laughed hard & cried hard through the entire film and so did the entire audience. I especially recommend married folks to see the movie- It really was true to life film, and not to knock the movie Why Did I Get Married but its much more substantive.
I give it 2 thumbs up!
So thats it yall - Stay tuned Jan 9th , Not Easily Broken will be in theatres nationwide!
Tuesday, November 18, 2008
Oldie but Goodie
Hey all - Its been a minute since I blogged , but thats usually good because that means im busy creating!
Today I was cleaning out my inbox and I came across a very old forward from 2006- its what they call a oldie but a goodie, so I wanted to share it with you:
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A Soulful Relationship*
By Reverend Ronald McFadden
If you're not married yet, share this with a friend.
If you are married, share it with your spouse or other married
couples.. and reflect on it.
An African proverb states, "Before you get married,
keep both eyes open, and after you marry, close one
eye."
Before you get involved and make a commitment to someone, don't
let lust, desperation, immaturity, ignorance, pressure from others
or a low self-esteem make you blind to warning signs. Keep your eyes
open, and don't fool yourself that you can change someone or that what
you see as faults aren't really important.
Once you decide to commit to someone, over time their flaws,
vulnerabilities, pet peeves, and differences will become more obvious.
If you love your mate and want the relationship to grow and evolve,
you've got to learn to close one eye and not let every little thing bother you.
You and your mate have many different expectations, emotional needs,
values, dreams, weaknesses, and strengths. You are two unique individuals
who have decided to share a life together.
Neither of you are perfect, but are you perfect for each other?
Do you bring out the best of each other? Do you compliment and
compromise with each other, or do you compete, compare, and control? What do you bring to the relationship? Do you bring past relationships, past hurt, past mistrust, past pain?
You can't take someone to the altar to alter him or her. You can't make someone love you or make someone stay. If you develop self-esteem, spiritual discernment, and "a life", you won't find yourself making someone else responsible for your happiness or responsible for your pain. Manipulation, control, jealousy, neediness, and
selfishness are not the ingredients of a thriving, healthy, loving
and lasting relationship. Seeking status, sex, wealth, and security are the wrong reasons to be in a relationship.
What keeps a relationship strong?
Communication, intimacy, trust, a sense of humor, sharing household tasks, some getaway time without business or children and daily exchanges (a meal,
shared activity, a hug, a call, a touch, a note). Leave a nice message on their voicemail or send a nice email. Sharing common goals and interests.
Growth is important. Grow together, not away from each other, giving
each other space to grow without feeling insecure. Allow your mate to
have outside interest. You can't always be together. Give each other
a sense of belonging and assurances of commitment. Don't try to
control one another. Learn each other's family situation. Respect his
or her parents regardless. Don't put pressure on each other for
material goods. Remember for richer or for poorer. If these qualities
are missing, the relationship will erode as resentment, withdrawal,
abuse, neglect, dishonesty, and pain replace the passion.
" Nurture your mind with great thoughts, for you will
never go any higher than you think." The grass
withers, the flowers fades, but the word of God stands forever.
Isaiah 40:8 Shall we make a new rule of life from tonight.
Always to try to be a little kinder than is necessary.
The difference between 'United' and 'Untied' is where
you put the I. Life is not measured by the number of breaths we take,
but by the moments that take our breath away.
Today I was cleaning out my inbox and I came across a very old forward from 2006- its what they call a oldie but a goodie, so I wanted to share it with you:
----------------------------------------
A Soulful Relationship*
By Reverend Ronald McFadden
If you're not married yet, share this with a friend.
If you are married, share it with your spouse or other married
couples.. and reflect on it.
An African proverb states, "Before you get married,
keep both eyes open, and after you marry, close one
eye."
Before you get involved and make a commitment to someone, don't
let lust, desperation, immaturity, ignorance, pressure from others
or a low self-esteem make you blind to warning signs. Keep your eyes
open, and don't fool yourself that you can change someone or that what
you see as faults aren't really important.
Once you decide to commit to someone, over time their flaws,
vulnerabilities, pet peeves, and differences will become more obvious.
If you love your mate and want the relationship to grow and evolve,
you've got to learn to close one eye and not let every little thing bother you.
You and your mate have many different expectations, emotional needs,
values, dreams, weaknesses, and strengths. You are two unique individuals
who have decided to share a life together.
Neither of you are perfect, but are you perfect for each other?
Do you bring out the best of each other? Do you compliment and
compromise with each other, or do you compete, compare, and control? What do you bring to the relationship? Do you bring past relationships, past hurt, past mistrust, past pain?
You can't take someone to the altar to alter him or her. You can't make someone love you or make someone stay. If you develop self-esteem, spiritual discernment, and "a life", you won't find yourself making someone else responsible for your happiness or responsible for your pain. Manipulation, control, jealousy, neediness, and
selfishness are not the ingredients of a thriving, healthy, loving
and lasting relationship. Seeking status, sex, wealth, and security are the wrong reasons to be in a relationship.
What keeps a relationship strong?
Communication, intimacy, trust, a sense of humor, sharing household tasks, some getaway time without business or children and daily exchanges (a meal,
shared activity, a hug, a call, a touch, a note). Leave a nice message on their voicemail or send a nice email. Sharing common goals and interests.
Growth is important. Grow together, not away from each other, giving
each other space to grow without feeling insecure. Allow your mate to
have outside interest. You can't always be together. Give each other
a sense of belonging and assurances of commitment. Don't try to
control one another. Learn each other's family situation. Respect his
or her parents regardless. Don't put pressure on each other for
material goods. Remember for richer or for poorer. If these qualities
are missing, the relationship will erode as resentment, withdrawal,
abuse, neglect, dishonesty, and pain replace the passion.
" Nurture your mind with great thoughts, for you will
never go any higher than you think." The grass
withers, the flowers fades, but the word of God stands forever.
Isaiah 40:8 Shall we make a new rule of life from tonight.
Always to try to be a little kinder than is necessary.
The difference between 'United' and 'Untied' is where
you put the I. Life is not measured by the number of breaths we take,
but by the moments that take our breath away.
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