I've heard nothing but fabulous things about weddings held at the Lake Mary Events Center, and I had the joy of styling my first bride for Hairbyjb.com there!
When I met Kari for her trial run, I instantly enjoyed being around her. She is super friendly and we shared stories about wedding planning. Oh, and did I mention she's gorgeous?! Kari is blessed with enough beautiful curly hair for about 8 people. I was very excited to see the styles of Carrie Underwood that she brought as a guide. The style she chose was almost to glamorous for words! After we met that day, I floated on a cloud for the rest of the afternoon. I knew that my first official bride was going to be stunning!
Anyone who knows me knows that I am always crazy on time. So, I'm kind of ashamed to say that I was an hour and fifteen minutes early...obnoxious, I know. (I got there even before the people who set up for the wedding and reception! Ha!) After Kari arrived I got all my irons hot and ready to make some magic. Kari had all of her girls arrive later in the day so she could take some time to prepare for the day. It was nothing but excitement and tranquility as I styled her hair. She wrote her little sweet note to her soon to be hubby Nick and I styled away!
When I finished her hair, I asked her to give her head a good shake to make sure that her do could last through the party on the dance floor. After a little tweaking and lots of Paul Mitchell Extra Body Hair Spray I let her take a look at the hair style she would be wearing when she said I do. She looked in the mirror and said "I love it! I've never liked any of the Up-do's I've had, and I love this!" Ah…. The words I love to hear.
I can't even begin to tell you how happy I felt as I got in my car with a since of accomplishment and complete joy in my heart. I am able to do what I love and give brides a hair style that makes them feel confident and beautiful as they live one of the best days of their lives.
Kari, thanks so much for making my first website wedding better than I dreamed. I’m honored to have been a part of your special day!
Monday, October 26, 2009
Wednesday, October 21, 2009
Hannah and the adorable Birthday Party!!
A few weeks ago I had a blast hanging out with Hannah for her 12th Birthday! I've known Hannah for about 3 years now through her mom Heather. She had 5 of her friends come to her birthday party, and I styled their hair for a night of celebration, 6th grade style! I let the girls choose from colored hair extensions, flowers, and other glittery hair jewels. They also glanced through my look book so they could get ideas for how they wanted their hair to look. While I was getting all of the girls ready to go out to a movie we laughed and chatted, and also ate the most delicious cucumber snacks (recipe at bottom). I couldn't help but smile and think back on my early years of middle school. They all looked SO beautiful! The cute little reactions they gave as they looked in the mirror made my day! I'm so glad I was able to be a part of such a fun celebration :) Thanks Hannah for letting me be a part of your special day!
Cucumber snacks:
1 package of cream cheese at room temp.
1 package of italian dressing dry mix
dill
wheat baguett from publix (ask the bakery to slice it for you)
cucumber
Mix cream cheese and dry dressing mix together, spread over each piece of bread, top with sliced cucumber, sprinkle with dill, enjoy!
Monday, October 5, 2009
My Mornings
I enjoy a beautiful sunset just as much as the next person, but I must admit the morning is my favorite time of day. Every morning I wake up and head straight to the coffee pot and my coffee is already brewed and waiting on me. My best friend Sabrina gave me this coffee pot almost 4 years ago. It's a dependable little guy. Bless her for picking out one that has a timer built in! When I'm setting up my coffee in the filter the night before I always put a little cinnamin in with the grounds. It adds a liitle kick.
The first thing I do is pour the creamer in my cup and microwave it for about 20 seconds. Then I top off the cup with creamy smooth coffee. Right now I'm hooked on the deliciousness that is Community Coffee. My friend Dina got me hooked on this Louisiana favorite.
I've always been the first person to jump out of bed. No one has ever had to tell me twice to wake up. I enjoy the feeling I get knowing that today is a new day. Everyday we get a chance to start things over. As I sip my coffee, before I turn on the Today show, I sit back, with thanksgiving in my heart and prepare my heart and mind for the day.
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