Awesome Gift From Steve

I received this awesome surprise from my friend Steve who is a commercial and architectural photographer in Minneapolis and a good friend of mine. What's ironic about it, is that for the past month or so, I've had a note in my phone to find a good graphic design and layout book, but haven't had any luck. So far, this one seems really good. I haven't had an opportunity to read it yet, but it seems to have a systematic approach to layout and design which I'm really interested in. This is what he wrote inside the book, "This book has inspired me to "break the grid." I hope you'll always strive to "break the grid" in everything you do. Best wishes, Steve" Be sure to check out his website.

Wedding Music - Canon in D

Check this out... Not only can I photograph your wedding, I can also play your wedding music! How sweet is that?

Celebrity Beauty Secrets Revealed!

People often ask me how I maintain my dashing good looks (I wish), and I've finally decided to share my best kept secrets. Here they are...


First, is Na-PCA.
"Na-PCA with Aloe Vera is a Ph-balanced, concentrated solution of the sodium salt of pyrrolidone carboxylic acid (the natural moisturizing factor found in human skin), combined with the highest quality aloe vera gel." Basically, you use it in place of your daily moisturizer and it hydrates your skin by pulling moisture from the air, or so they say. I first found out about Na-PCA from a friend of mine who honestly looks 20 years younger than he is. I asked him what his secret was and he said Na-PCA. I love this stuff and have no plans to go with any other skin care solution.

Second, is Baking Soda.
About once a month, more or less, I mix in about half a teaspoon of baking soda with shampoo in my hand, and then wash as usual. It's amazing at removing product build-up and making your hair squeaky clean. Condition as usual. It makes my hair feel lighter, softer, have more volume, and curl better. Defiantly worth trying.

UNC Achordants - Amazing Tallent

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Some Wedding Trends for 2008

• Designers are pushing wedding dresses with alternative styles and necklines, but brides still favor the strapless gown.
• The biggest trend for bridesmaids' attire is the wear-again dress.
• Couples still prefer traditional white wedding cakes, but custom-designed cakes are becoming popular.
• Consistently designed invitations, save-the-date cards, programs, escort/place cards, menus, and thank-you cards are becoming trendy.
• Online photo showcasing, which allows couples, their family and friends to view, share and purchase wedding photographs is a rising trend.
• Extravagant weddings that include big gowns, multiple wardrobe changes, towering lush floral centerpieces, gilded place settings, seven course meals, and elaborate desert displays are expected for 2008.
• 1980's fashion styles are popular, including textured dresses, bright colors, wide belts or sashes, big jewelry, and cover bands.
• White gold and platinum wedding rings continue to outpace yellow gold.
• Currently in style are antique wedding rings for men and women, as well as exaggerated, big, bold jewelry.
• Destination weddings are growing in popularity due to all-inclusive packages offered by resorts and easy planning through their websites.
• High-end kitchen gear and practical cooking items are currently popular wedding gifts.

- Statistics provided by: TheWeddingReport.com