Wednesday, November 26, 2008

Moments {of Laughter} Part 2

Last Wednesday was the first installment of "Moments," and as I mentioned then, there are many moments of laughter I'd like to share with you.

In these photos, each photographer captured beautiful expressions of joy, expressions that make me smile without even knowing the background to the story. I hope they'll make you smile too.






I love how the laughter in these photos expresses different emotions; some show shock, some excitement, some possibly even disbelief, and yet they all undoubtedly show happiness in their laughter too.

While I love the classic and timeless quality of black and white photos, there will be "Moments" in color ahead on coming Wedding Wednesdays.

Tuesday, November 25, 2008

The Snap! Photo Lounge Travels to the Dominican Republic!

Angela and Gregg really wanted to have the Photo Lounge at their wedding, and although we were not able to bring the regular set up, we were able to do a mini version and it was just as fun! Here are some of the highlights for the evening...

The Photographic Dictionary

When I came across The Photographic Dictionary, I immediately went through the entire website. I am enamored with the idea of the project, which "is dedicated to defining words through the literal, figurative, and personal meanings found in each photograph."

click images to enlarge

Calm- Matthew Genitempo

Sea- Vanessa Cornacchia

Photographer- Julia Galdo

Citroen- Valerie Enriquez

I loved a lot of the entries, but some of my other favorites are here, here, here, here, and here.

Monday, November 24, 2008

Angela and Gregg's Reception - Dominican Republic - Punta Cana Golf Club

So here we are, finally arriving at the reception. Does it seem like it's taking along time? We have so many great photos that it would be one gigantic blog post, so this seems a lot more manageable. Not to mention the fun that everyone must be having getting to see new photos every day! I must say that I feel like it will be so sad when there is no more Angela and Gregg to blog! Maybe they will have a baby right away and I can blog that...... Nor pressure Angela, just a thought. Anyway, enjoy today's installment!




These flowers on the tables were so amazing, obviously local.



Sweet little menu cards at each place setting.


Here's the view from the deck.

Nothing wrong with cocktails poolside AND beachside.


Table 10 is the best!


It was so pretty. The ceilings were SO high.



The big entrance, woo hoo.


The very romantic first dance.


A little dip for good luck.


A lovely toast by Gregg's brother Todd. He had some sweet stories about Gregg.


They laughed.



They cried.



The maid of honor telling about Gregg asking Angela out in college, numerous times.



Apparently the friends did not approve, but hopefully they do now!



The other best man telling Gregg stories, Gregg is looking a little nervous.



The Assumption crowd...it's in Wustaa!



Here's the yummy cupcake bonanza for dessert.



Angela and her Dad dancing.


They had like a 'real' DJ. We were thinking that is might be house music all night, but he played for the crowd, very fun!


Watch out! Crazy white man dance moves coming at cha!


Angela working it...


I think this is specific jump and bump move that these guys always do.


The ladies were sweaty dancers too!


I love this photo that Mariah got in the bar. I love her legs in the mirror and the girls trying to order two drinks.


Did I mention the heat...



This is Angela's friend who help with the hair during preparations. Apparently there was a hair snafu that needed some fixing!


End of the night smooching out on the front step. They had fun lights that changed the color of the front of the building all night.



Check back tomorrow for the Photo Lounge Photos. Also, click here to sign up on Pictage to see all the photos when they are ready.

I'm It...


Tina, whose blog Luphia Loves I adore, tagged me last week to share six quirky, yet boring facts about myself. I always enjoy learning more about people through these, so, of course, I agreed to play along.

The Quirky, Boring Facts-
1.) I have a problem touching dry cotton balls. Not cotton pads or Q-tips. Not sure if this extends to cotton blooms from the bush (of which I am a fan as is evident here, here, and here.) As far as I know, it's just cotton balls. If they are wet (say with nail polish remover,) no problem. But dry? Makes me shudder just thinking about it.

2.) The touching problem extends to certain wet blankets. Not all wet blankets bother me, but there are some that elicit the exact same reaction as dry cotton balls (yet those same blankets are fine to touch when they are dry!) Weird issues, I know!

Some cotton I certainly wouldn't mind "touching." Stunning lucite paperweight with natural cotton pod available from Black Tulip Antiques in Denver via Bond & Bowery.

3.) I don't like Coke (or pop... or soda... or whatever you may call a carbonated, sweet fizzy beverage) When I was younger, I told my mom I didn't like how "spritey" it was, meaning how fizzy it was, and that is the best I can come up with still.

4.) When I was 10 years old, my two neighborhood friends and I started our own dance group, called "Primary Colors"... um, yep, because there were three of us. Quite original. We practiced in our backyards, but, as far as I remember, we never performed in front of anyone (even our parents, although, surely they witnessed our practices!)

5.) Along the lines of dancing, I, sometimes, have dance parties by myself (and when my youngest brother and I are both home at our parents' house, we sometimes throw them together.) It always puts me in a fabulous mood (oh, endorphins!) I also find it much easier to clean when I have music blaring and can shimmy around to the beat.

6.) I sometimes use hand-gestures when I'm describing things; these are often just random motions, although some things have designated signals such as crawfish, lobster, and catfish (these probably aren't too hard to imagine.) My husband always says, "Wait. How does that go?" and makes me repeat the motions. Then, he'll ask, "One more time?" He definitely gets a kick out of it.


This is the part of the game where I'm suppose to tag 5 others, and I normally pass. I decided this time, however, to go for the tags. I'd love to hear these bloggers "facts," if they feel like playing along!

Jane at Ill Seen, Ill Said
Stephanie at Even*Cleveland
Erin at apartment #34
Alissa at Grace's Birdcage Wedding
Emma at White & Wander
Rebecca at Oh So RB

The rules are:
* Mention the rules on your blog.
* Tell six quirky yet boring, unspectacular details about yourself.
* Tag six other bloggers
* Go to each person’s blog and leave a comment that lets them know they are tagged.


Also, last week, Amy of ABCD Design, gifted me with the Uber Amazing Blog Award. I was extremely flattered to receive this award from her as the invitation suite she created for her wedding provided some of the first images I saved as inspiration for my own. While our styles were different, her creativity and execution completely inspired me when I was creating my invitations.


I am now suppose to gift this to five or more bloggers who inspire me, who make me smile and laugh, or who share amazing information. I have thought long on this, and, while it might feel like a cop out, the truth is, I really love all the blogs I read.

All of the blogs listed in my blog roll inspire me in some way- some make me smile at their words, some make me laugh out loud, some make me gasp for the sheer beauty of what they post, and many leave me wishing for a bigger bank account! As different as they all are, each blogger inspires me in her own way.

So, I am passing this onto all the blogs in my blogroll; if you are listed there, please know that I think the world of you for inspiring me, encouraging me, and for putting yourselves out into the world.

Friday, November 21, 2008

Heavy Metal

We've looked at industrial interiors (here and here) and furnishings, but we haven't yet looked at how this style manifests itself in fashion, specifically in jewelry.

While some of these pieces of are harder-edged than others, they all have an industrial look, drawn, it appears, from the chains of machinery. These chains are undoubtedly prettier and more delicate in their final presentation, however, than those on which they were modeled.