Sunday, March 1, 2009
Be Sure to Wear Flowers in Your Hair
I am dreaming of a vacation to San Francisco. I have not been since a family spring break trip about 5 years ago and it is high time to go back. Seeing a Giant's game in AT&T Park when they play the Dodgers would be E.P.I.C. Clam chowder, the Rock, Fisherman's Wharf, Haight & Ashbury...how does August 7-11 sound, Scott? My inner hippie needs letting out.
Monday, February 23, 2009
Fashion Favorites
Ahh, Oscar and Oscar de la Renta...two men that go hand in hand. As with most people, the fashion at the Academy Awards can be more exciting that the winners themselves. Overall, I can agree that certainly the creams and one-shouldered gowns were the trends of the evening. I am always a fan of the slim sheath dresses versus the ball gowns and I think the following three women nailed it.
Without further adieu, here are my three favorite Oscar picks:
1st Place
The classically gorgeous Anne Hathaway in Giorgio Armani, literally dazzled me.
2nd Place
Marisa Tomei, really worked this technical feat with intricate pleating by Versace Atelier.
3rd Place
The texture of this gown worn by Taraji Henson really was soft yet remained quite architectural at the same time.
Without further adieu, here are my three favorite Oscar picks:
1st Place
The classically gorgeous Anne Hathaway in Giorgio Armani, literally dazzled me.2nd Place
Marisa Tomei, really worked this technical feat with intricate pleating by Versace Atelier.3rd Place
The texture of this gown worn by Taraji Henson really was soft yet remained quite architectural at the same time.
Sunday, February 8, 2009
5 Months Already!
I can't believe we have already been married 5 months as of yesterday. Crazy how time flies. And he hit it right on the nose when he said the first year was supposed to be hard. Baby, it's a cakewalk with you.
Monday, February 2, 2009
Facebook Meets Blog
1. I don't like to peel my own oranges. It takes too long and is so messy. I am a bit of a diva when it comes to that and wish someone would just do it for me.
2. I enjoy blogging but I realize I only blog about things that annoy me and people that do not fit into what I believe to be the right way to act. Could you have spurred a blog?!?!?
3. I am very happy with my life. I love my family (both Craton and Haselton) and feel very blessed to have the friends that I do. They all bring something special to my life and i would not be the same without them.
4. If I could use Nutella as lotion I would.
5. Scott and I make a great Beer Pong team, so bring it.
6. I just bit into a fresh pear (ie non canned variety) for the first time in 2008. Weird I know.
7. I overuse exclamation points in emails because I get worried about tone. Happy faces in my professional world are also excessively used. Something I am trying to work out. Periods. Are. Ok.
8. If I am mad at you, I won't look you in the eye.
9. I fantasize about traveling a good 4-5 days a week. Mexico, Italy, and San Francisco are the usual locations.
10. Dancing used to be such a big part of my life and I miss it. Sometimes when the gym is completely empty I do grand jetes, pirouettes, and shenes.
11. I have never had a cavity, and I am quite humbled that my dentist has used my molds and x-rays as examples to patients.
12. When people ask me about my professional goals, I am always trumped. Truly, I just think about being happy in doing something I like 40+ hours a week. This includes being a mom someday, and that is 24/7, so best like that line of work.
13. I can't eat waffles without peanut butter. My dad always made them for me that way so a waffle is just naked to me sans pb.
14. I love fashion but am not crazy about shopping.
15. I could sustain on bread, cheese, and wine alone. Thus, living in France or Italy should never be a problem.
16. I wish I better understood what Scott did for a living.
17. I wish I were more informed with worldly issues.
18. I have been reading since before I was two years old. I could never get enough books. I even read the cereal box and ingredients before school.
19. My imagination still gets the best of me.
20. In situations when I don't know what to say I just echo myself.
21. Kerri, my bf, impresses me so much with her dedication to school and her desire to succeed and learn. I am so proud of her.
22. If this were a list of top 5 grievances, hovering and looking over my shoulder would be one or two, closely followed by butting into conversations. Never do it, it's gd annoying.
23. I feel sorrier for homeless pets than I do people (not children, but grown adults.)
24. I love fresh flowers from the Farmers Market.
25. I am determined to recreate the best martini I ever had in Boston, at the Last Hurrah bar. Going? look for something that is basil-infused, and thank me later!
2. I enjoy blogging but I realize I only blog about things that annoy me and people that do not fit into what I believe to be the right way to act. Could you have spurred a blog?!?!?
3. I am very happy with my life. I love my family (both Craton and Haselton) and feel very blessed to have the friends that I do. They all bring something special to my life and i would not be the same without them.
4. If I could use Nutella as lotion I would.
5. Scott and I make a great Beer Pong team, so bring it.
6. I just bit into a fresh pear (ie non canned variety) for the first time in 2008. Weird I know.
7. I overuse exclamation points in emails because I get worried about tone. Happy faces in my professional world are also excessively used. Something I am trying to work out. Periods. Are. Ok.
8. If I am mad at you, I won't look you in the eye.
9. I fantasize about traveling a good 4-5 days a week. Mexico, Italy, and San Francisco are the usual locations.
10. Dancing used to be such a big part of my life and I miss it. Sometimes when the gym is completely empty I do grand jetes, pirouettes, and shenes.
11. I have never had a cavity, and I am quite humbled that my dentist has used my molds and x-rays as examples to patients.
12. When people ask me about my professional goals, I am always trumped. Truly, I just think about being happy in doing something I like 40+ hours a week. This includes being a mom someday, and that is 24/7, so best like that line of work.
13. I can't eat waffles without peanut butter. My dad always made them for me that way so a waffle is just naked to me sans pb.
14. I love fashion but am not crazy about shopping.
15. I could sustain on bread, cheese, and wine alone. Thus, living in France or Italy should never be a problem.
16. I wish I better understood what Scott did for a living.
17. I wish I were more informed with worldly issues.
18. I have been reading since before I was two years old. I could never get enough books. I even read the cereal box and ingredients before school.
19. My imagination still gets the best of me.
20. In situations when I don't know what to say I just echo myself.
21. Kerri, my bf, impresses me so much with her dedication to school and her desire to succeed and learn. I am so proud of her.
22. If this were a list of top 5 grievances, hovering and looking over my shoulder would be one or two, closely followed by butting into conversations. Never do it, it's gd annoying.
23. I feel sorrier for homeless pets than I do people (not children, but grown adults.)
24. I love fresh flowers from the Farmers Market.
25. I am determined to recreate the best martini I ever had in Boston, at the Last Hurrah bar. Going? look for something that is basil-infused, and thank me later!
Sunday, February 1, 2009
Superbowling
Confession: Until 2008 I had never actually watched a football game.
I had certainly been to about 50 in the course of my high school years, and on the field, but of course that was all about socializing and getting Scott to notice me.
Well, my coworker has been a Super Steelers fan for her entire life, and on her birthday back in October, you can guess what we did-watched a Steelers game on a Sunday afternoon. I put my own gameface on and took one for the (my) team and grinned and bared it. As much as I like her, it was rather boring. And other contributing factors did not help: sun, smoke--I was an unhappy camper.
Fastforward four months and those Steelers are on their way to the Superbowl. She has been pumped, and I have never had more water cooler conversation about football in my life. I even learned the QBs name and other random facts.
My BFF and her fiancee had Scott and I over this afternoon for the big game and I am SHOCKED to admit that even she and I watched the entire thing, and had FUN! I could not believe it. I don't watch football! Admittedly, there were some slow moments, I hate that stop and go nature of it still, but it was rather entertaining. It was an afternoon well spent.
Maybe I'll do it again next year...no promises though.
I had certainly been to about 50 in the course of my high school years, and on the field, but of course that was all about socializing and getting Scott to notice me.
Well, my coworker has been a Super Steelers fan for her entire life, and on her birthday back in October, you can guess what we did-watched a Steelers game on a Sunday afternoon. I put my own gameface on and took one for the (my) team and grinned and bared it. As much as I like her, it was rather boring. And other contributing factors did not help: sun, smoke--I was an unhappy camper.
Fastforward four months and those Steelers are on their way to the Superbowl. She has been pumped, and I have never had more water cooler conversation about football in my life. I even learned the QBs name and other random facts.
My BFF and her fiancee had Scott and I over this afternoon for the big game and I am SHOCKED to admit that even she and I watched the entire thing, and had FUN! I could not believe it. I don't watch football! Admittedly, there were some slow moments, I hate that stop and go nature of it still, but it was rather entertaining. It was an afternoon well spent.
Maybe I'll do it again next year...no promises though.
Sunday, January 25, 2009
Respondez-S'il Vous Plait!
In my line of work, I must take RSVPs for multiple events a month. Generally they are low key affairs, with usually one grand daddy that causes me to receive unwanted blemishes, terrible stomach aches, or raging migraines. The root of this evil are the non-RSVPers. Not until I entered the professional world did I ever understand how bad of a problem this is. I have decided that not everyone is familiar with Emily Post and her teachings, so I am going to solve some of this issue by at least putting out there for anyone who stumbles upon my blog, so listen up children!
Lesson 1: Receiving the Invitation
Upon receiving said invitation to a wedding, party, business event, or even a child's birthday party, put the flyer/invite/e-vite print out somewhere you will always look. For a man, this might be on the fridge. For a lady, perhaps somewhere in an assumed filing system you already have going. Mentally note the date, and a "most likely to go" or "nope, can't make this one" so that you already have quasi-decision made.
Lesson 2: NEVER ASSUME
We all claim to be relatively intelligent human beings, some of us more capable than others certainly. However, as far as I know, none of us as hosts have become so omniscient that we can assume/anticipate/expect any guest to just send telepathic messages that we will be there. This is NEVER the case, thus you must NEVER do it. Important information is relying on that simple yes or no of yours. Catering numbers, linen counts, favors, printed materials-the list is endless. This rule also applies to even the best of friends. My BF and I always, always, always let each other know if we are able to make it to a hosted event. And yes, it's true, most likely my reply is a "yes", but she doesn't know if I have a conflict, and she extends the same courtesy to me.
Lesson 3: Note that Date
Generally on an invitation to an event there is a little piece of information that is the creme de la creme to the host: the reservation deadline. This little bugger should be placed on an Outlook Calendar, PDA, crackberry device, or your manually entered date books (hey, some of us are old school) as a DEADLINE. For those with zero event planning background, this is generally a time when the host needs to let the caterer or venue know the counts for many items. At this time, you must let the host know if you intend on coming. Do NOT, I repeat do NOT, think to yourself, "eh I can just show up, they can always squeeze me in." NO! NO! NO! Understand that there have been countless hours planning table arrangements just so, so that the most egotistical of V.I.P.s have the best spot, sponsors have a great view, and associates can be arranged to sit together. Those thoughts must be banished from your mind. As an event planner, it is the stress of all day-of stressers to have to scramble and find a spot for you AND your unannounced guest. If by a stroke of God I can find you somewhere, don't balk about not sitting together. It's unlikely and really is your punishment for not RSVPing. I often joke that I will seat these misfits at an Isolatation Table (thank you, Parent Trap) and make the offenders wear dunce caps as I mock them. I have yet been able to execute this public humiliation, but it's a threat. Don't push me.
Lesson #4: Get it in Girl!
The date has approached and now is the time to do one of life's simple pleasures, RSVP. Kindly drop an email, call, or even send the flyer or invitation back as the event dictates and let the host know your intentions. There is sometimes no greater gift in the business planning world than to have a grasp of who is coming to your event and actually be able to plan accordingly.
By following these rules, you have the power to make an event planner, bride, friend, or coworker very happy. It is so simple, and such simple etiquette, it will make Ms. Post smile and might even land you a better seat in the house.
Lesson 1: Receiving the Invitation
Upon receiving said invitation to a wedding, party, business event, or even a child's birthday party, put the flyer/invite/e-vite print out somewhere you will always look. For a man, this might be on the fridge. For a lady, perhaps somewhere in an assumed filing system you already have going. Mentally note the date, and a "most likely to go" or "nope, can't make this one" so that you already have quasi-decision made.
Lesson 2: NEVER ASSUME
We all claim to be relatively intelligent human beings, some of us more capable than others certainly. However, as far as I know, none of us as hosts have become so omniscient that we can assume/anticipate/expect any guest to just send telepathic messages that we will be there. This is NEVER the case, thus you must NEVER do it. Important information is relying on that simple yes or no of yours. Catering numbers, linen counts, favors, printed materials-the list is endless. This rule also applies to even the best of friends. My BF and I always, always, always let each other know if we are able to make it to a hosted event. And yes, it's true, most likely my reply is a "yes", but she doesn't know if I have a conflict, and she extends the same courtesy to me.
Lesson 3: Note that Date
Generally on an invitation to an event there is a little piece of information that is the creme de la creme to the host: the reservation deadline. This little bugger should be placed on an Outlook Calendar, PDA, crackberry device, or your manually entered date books (hey, some of us are old school) as a DEADLINE. For those with zero event planning background, this is generally a time when the host needs to let the caterer or venue know the counts for many items. At this time, you must let the host know if you intend on coming. Do NOT, I repeat do NOT, think to yourself, "eh I can just show up, they can always squeeze me in." NO! NO! NO! Understand that there have been countless hours planning table arrangements just so, so that the most egotistical of V.I.P.s have the best spot, sponsors have a great view, and associates can be arranged to sit together. Those thoughts must be banished from your mind. As an event planner, it is the stress of all day-of stressers to have to scramble and find a spot for you AND your unannounced guest. If by a stroke of God I can find you somewhere, don't balk about not sitting together. It's unlikely and really is your punishment for not RSVPing. I often joke that I will seat these misfits at an Isolatation Table (thank you, Parent Trap) and make the offenders wear dunce caps as I mock them. I have yet been able to execute this public humiliation, but it's a threat. Don't push me.
Lesson #4: Get it in Girl!
The date has approached and now is the time to do one of life's simple pleasures, RSVP. Kindly drop an email, call, or even send the flyer or invitation back as the event dictates and let the host know your intentions. There is sometimes no greater gift in the business planning world than to have a grasp of who is coming to your event and actually be able to plan accordingly.
By following these rules, you have the power to make an event planner, bride, friend, or coworker very happy. It is so simple, and such simple etiquette, it will make Ms. Post smile and might even land you a better seat in the house.
Wednesday, December 31, 2008
Farewell 2008
2008 was a fabulous year...
Started out with one of my favorite things in life:
A themed party!
Followed a few weeks later by the question of a lifetime
In the spring, we celebrated with our Engagement Party
In the summer, my best girl finally became an engaged woman to her fiancee, Rob!
When fall came round, naturally, we married, we honeymooned, and became husband and wife
I am blessed to have that boy as my husband, my family, and my friends in my life. Cheers to 2009 and continued happiness for you and yours.
Started out with one of my favorite things in life:
A themed party!
Followed a few weeks later by the question of a lifetime
In the spring, we celebrated with our Engagement Party
In the summer, my best girl finally became an engaged woman to her fiancee, Rob!
When fall came round, naturally, we married, we honeymooned, and became husband and wife
I am blessed to have that boy as my husband, my family, and my friends in my life. Cheers to 2009 and continued happiness for you and yours.
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