tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-69883690076034155272024-03-06T03:10:16.237-06:00GreenerMe :: Invitations + Paper Goods + DesignReneehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12058070419259404409noreply@blogger.comBlogger272125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6988369007603415527.post-50343796221219554552012-08-06T12:34:00.001-05:002012-08-06T12:34:49.669-05:00The Tulsa Wedding Show - 08/05/2012<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
Yesterday I set up at the <a href="http://www.tulsaweddingshow.com/" target="_blank">Tulsa Wedding Show</a>, which is a semi-annual wedding show located at the <a href="http://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/tulbr-renaissance-tulsa-hotel-and-convention-center/" target="_blank">Renaissance Hotel</a> in Tulsa, Oklahoma. It was a blast! I met a lot of wonderful brides and their friends and family. Love to be apart of this show. </div>
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Here I am with my booth pre-show!</div>
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Pre-show is pretty casual with everyone setting up their booths and making sure everything looks just right before the brides and their friends and families come through. Here's the fashion show stage before the show started. Love the backdrop!</div>
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Once the doors to the show open it's chaos! People are everywhere. </div>
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My booth was one of the few chosen to be on the front row, which is
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Loved being front row for all the fashion, hair and makeup! Such gorgeous dresses. I loved the dresses with rhinestones that shimmered in the spotlights. Pretty!</div>
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I had a great time yesterday and am super excited at the opportunity to work with many excited brides. During the show, I hosted a giveaway for 25 Free Invitations - bride's choice of colors, style, design and all enclosure cards and envelopes included. Whatever the bride wants! :) Will have the drawing for that very soon and will contact the winner personally as well as make announcements here on my blog and on <a href="http://www.facebook.com/greenermeinvitations" target="_blank">Facebook</a>.</div>
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Thank you to all who came out! Let's get this paper party started! :) </div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;"><i>All photos (except for my booth photo) by Rod of <a href="http://www.tulsaweddingshow.com/" target="_blank">Tulsa Wedding Show</a>.</i></span></div>Reneehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12058070419259404409noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6988369007603415527.post-17536810046222812602012-07-04T12:16:00.000-05:002012-07-06T09:07:57.238-05:00A Storm is Brewing<div style="text-align: center;">
Hello my loves. It has been far too long and oh have I missed you so. I have so many things to share with you and show you but let me just give you a brief overview. We can get into more detail later.</div>
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Firstly please note.. I love storms.. So this is a good post :)</div>
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I'm married! Finally. Six years, a house, a slew of kitties and we finally sealed the deal. I am one happy lady. The wedding was amazing, all the time and effort, all my friends and family who helped, our vendors.. It just all came together exactly how I wanted. Now I'm married to the best man I could have ever wanted. He's smart.. He's funny.. He listens to my ramblings.. Feeds me.. Allows me to just, be.. It's a pretty phenomenal feeling. </div>
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After the wedding we were swept off to the beautiful city of Seattle. Visited there <a href="http://thegreenerme.blogspot.com/2011/05/hello-peeps-days-have-been-zooming-by.html" target="_blank">once before</a> and fell in love so we were excited to go back. We had no rain until the last day we were there, but it was cloudy and beautiful in the morning and then broke up to warm sunshine as the day progressed. Best of both worlds :) Stayed in the city for two days and then at a quiet, secluded B&B on Mercer Island for 4 days. A piece of my heart is in that city and I plan to nurture that love and develop quite the relationship with it. All in due time, of course.</div>
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Back to reality, it just keeps getting better! See, I've had this plan for myself since, oh, I don't know.. Pretty much my whole life, to work for myself full time. The path has been a long one with lots of hills and obstacles.. But, the time has come. Rather, the time is getting near.. I still have to wait a couple of months, haha, but alas, Monday I announced at my day job that after September, I will be retiring from working for the man, to working for the woman.. The woman is myself. Talk about invigorating. There's still room for hurdles but I will get through them all. Life itself is a hurdle, but with a positive outlook and a few goals, you can accomplish anything. I'm so excited to share this experience with you. Big things are coming.</div>
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So until until next time, stay classy people. Keep dreaming.</div>Reneehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12058070419259404409noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6988369007603415527.post-57051770256849182902012-03-01T22:26:00.000-06:002012-03-01T22:26:33.604-06:00I'm Getting Married!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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You'll notice I've been a little MIA lately. As of today my big day is just 78 days away .. Eek! Planning has been so fun and I can't wait for everything to come together. GreenerMe business is good, but unfortunately I am only one person some things (aka, my blog!) just have to be temporarily pushed to the side. When you're marrying a sweet and handsome guy like the one pictured above, it's all so worth it :) </div>
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Just know I'll be back to bloggin' after the big day (May 19th, 2012)!</div>
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xoxo.</div>Reneehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12058070419259404409noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6988369007603415527.post-29923485047246036732011-10-04T20:48:00.001-05:002011-10-04T20:48:27.037-05:00Heartsy Feature Going on Now!<div style="text-align: center;">
Hi lovers! Hope everyone is having a wonderful Tuesday. I am feeling a little sickly and no matter what I do the aching won't stop! After a nice long nap, I thought it would be fun to post about a special deal I'm offering through <a href="http://heartsy.me/users/96869/shop_referral/6285/i67myj?c=share-shop" target="_blank">Heartsy</a>. What is <a href="http://heartsy.me/users/96869/shop_referral/6285/i67myj?c=share-shop" target="_blank">Heartsy</a>? Well it's an online website, similar to Groupon but exclusively for <a href="http://greenerme.etsy.com/" target="_blank">Etsy</a> stores. </div>
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The deal I am offering to you, my wonderful supporters, is $21.00 worth of merchandise for only $9.00! </div>
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Hi lovers! It's a busy week on the <a href="http://greenerme.etsy.com/" target="_blank">GreenerMe</a> front. This week I'm getting <strike>all ready</strike> as ready as possible for <a href="http://www.indieemporium.com/" target="_blank">Indie Emporium</a>! I put together a few new products and am very excited to debut them!! I haven't set up at a show in over a year so this is very exciting and nerve-wracking. I was lacking in the self-confidence this morning so I decided to check out <a href="http://www.livestream.com/etsy" target="_blank">Etsy's Livestream</a> to see if any new workshops were listed. they always have some amazing people talk and it is really inspiring! Luckily there were some new ones so I listened to a few and this one caught my ear. Chad Dickerson is the CEO of <a href="http://www.etsy.com/" target="_blank">Etsy</a> and his workshop was all about finding your courage. It takes a lot of work and courage to get to where you want to be in life, and I think he hit the nail on the head with his talk. Check it out below for a little craft motivation. </div>
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Hope everyone has had a wonderful Monday! Time for me to get my <a href="http://www.zumbawithchristy.com/" target="_blank">Zumba</a> on :)</div>
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If you're in Tulsa, be sure to come see me at <a href="http://www.indieemporium.com/" target="_blank">Indie Emporium</a> this Friday and Saturday at the Living Arts of Tulsa. xoxo</div>
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I came across this Nike video from my lovely <a href="http://blog.givemore.com/nike-excusing-us-not/" target="blank">GiveMore</a> work-life inspirational email and thought it was worth sharing. It's really hard to master <em>not</em> using excuses, but I try my best to not use them. Are you executing a no-excuse plan?</div>
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Happy Monday! Let's get out there and dominate this work week!!</div>
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Happy Friday mi lovelies!! It's cloudy and cool here in T-town and I could not be more ecstatic. I've waited patiently for this time of year to finally come and now that it's here there's so much I want to do! Cleaning, baking, crafting, craft shows... Tis the season :)<br />
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For fun, I put together a few of my favorite crafts I've been eyeing and hope to make very soon. First up is this adorable felt rosette wreath. I want this hanging on my front door like, right MEOW! The full tutorial is up on <a href="http://www.stelabird.com/2011/09/make-it-felt-rosette-wreath.html" target="_blank">Stelabird's blog</a>. <br />
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Up next, I originally came across this on <a href="http://pinterest.com/greenerme/" target="_blank">Pinterest</a> and though there is not a tutorial for it (it's for sale, <a href="http://www.notonthehighstreet.com/gorgeousgraffiti/product/personalised_happily_ever_after_canvas" target="_blank">here</a>), I think it would be super easy to make. Simply purchase a canvas-wrapped frame or piece of plywood as well as little letters spelling out your own fun phrase. Adhere the letters in order, paint all one color and viola! A new masterpiece custom to you.</div>
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Last but not least, is this not the most fun and creative wall decor, ever? Would look great in any room of the home (even the porch!). So easy and cheap to make, too. Check out <a href="http://www.purlbee.com/swatch-portraits/#" target="_blank">PurlBee's blog</a> for more fun tutorials.</div>
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Reneehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12058070419259404409noreply@blogger.com3Tulsa, OK, USA36.1539816 -95.99277535.9488471 -96.308631999999989 36.3591161 -95.676918tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6988369007603415527.post-58324354739600721192011-09-04T22:52:00.000-05:002011-09-04T22:52:21.687-05:00the tables will be set<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Hello, dahlings! Hope everyone is having a wonderful Labor Day weekend! The weather is beautiful and it's a long weekend - what more could you ask for? :) I'm working hard this weekend to prep for <a href="http://www.indieemporium.com/" target="_blank">Indie Emporium</a>, but thought I'd take a moment to share some new wedding-related goodies :) I have officially created my table settings! Hoorah!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Before I get into the table settings I should mention my dress came in! It is fabulous! It almost fits perfectly too, just a few minor adjustments. It made everything more real to put the dress on!! Sweetheart neck with straps and lots of bead work, tulle dress with flower and bead work detailing and a train.. I wish I could show you! But ya know, we gotta keep it a secret from the mister ;) I did trick him the other day, I came across a super puffy wedding dress in a magazine, like the whole sleeve and breast area just had this puffy fabric.. I said, "Hey, this is my dress!" He hesitantly looked and then gave me "the look" and said nuh-uh..? I would never wear something like that so it was rather humorous :) </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">We will have two different table sizes, round table and bistro tables. I figure if we have enough table room for 100 we will be good to go. I will use solid white linens and place a sheer white linen on top for both table sizes. For the round tables, there will be a large vase at the center of the table with a white rose submerged in water, diamonds at the bottom of the vase and a floating candle on top! I found some cute tea-light votive holders that come in three different sizes. They kind of remind me of a wine glass, but with a tea-light votive on top instead of a glass! Instead of placing tea-lights, I will cut off the stem of the roses and place just the buds in the votive. On the table itself there will be actual tea light votives, rose petals and diamonds scattered throughout. I like the layered effect everything has. I will also find some kind of purple charger or place mats to give everything that "pop" of color!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">For the bistro tables I will use most aspects of this effect, except for the floating candle and possibly the submerged rose. I want the bistro tables to give off a lot of height and be the focal points of the room, so I am going to place branches at the top of the vase and hang crystals from the branches.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I'm excited to have a vision going for the big day! Now can we fast forward a few months, teehee :) We narrowed down the guest list, so now I should probably start getting my Save the Date design together, woot!! </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Thanks for looking! In case you're interested, I decided to list my bunting invitations in the shop and also have a couple more designs that I added. Feel free to take a look! Click <a href="http://greenerme.etsy.com/" target="_blank">here</a>.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Have a wonderful rest of the weekend!!</div>Reneehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12058070419259404409noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6988369007603415527.post-73844609504904597902011-09-03T23:28:00.002-05:002011-09-04T14:08:31.371-05:00vote me in on heartsy<align=center>Hello lovers! I have an exciting opportunity up for grabs right NOW, but I need your help to make it happen! I've submitted an offer to Heartsy to be a vendor that provides an awesome deal to you, the customer! In order to get the feature, you the customer have to vote me in! <br />
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<div style='clear: both; text-align: center; font-size: xx-small;'>Published with Blogger-droid v1.7.4</div>Reneehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12058070419259404409noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6988369007603415527.post-83861979883589377292011-08-31T17:25:00.004-05:002011-08-31T17:25:00.504-05:00a change of pace - my henna tattoo<div style="text-align: center;">This past weekend I went to the <a href="http://iagtok.org/iagtok/" target="_blank">India Festival</a> at the <a href="http://www.exposquare.com/" target="_blank">Expo Square</a> in Tulsa, Oklahoma. The theme of the event was an Indian wedding, aka Utsav, and it was pretty flippin' cool! There was folk dancing, delicious food, a lot of booths available to learn about the the Indian culture, clothing available, games, came rides, etc. It was quite enjoyable! My favorite part was the henna tattoos available. I totally got one and I could not be more obsessed. <br />
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Here it is about an hour after application:<br />
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It took the girl about 5 minutes to complete! You then leave it on for a least two hours (I left mine on for three) then wash it off and viola, a beautiful piece of artwork. Here's mine a couple days later:<br />
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<div style="text-align: center;">The tattoo lasts 1-3 weeks. I can tell mine is slowly fading, boo! I would never get a permanent tattoo on my hand, but I can't stop obsessing over this henna and I think I gotta go permanent on my arm for sure. In due time... :)</div></div>Reneehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12058070419259404409noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6988369007603415527.post-54744635356316601072011-08-29T22:40:00.000-05:002011-08-29T22:40:47.100-05:00Prepping for Indie Emporium<div style="text-align: center;">Hi there ladies and gents! I hope everyone had a fabulous Monday. Mine went pretty well, you know work.. Zumba.. bringing the fiance dinners.. All that good stuff :) I've felt pretty absent the last week or so and I wanted to check in with my beautiful, lovely people! How are you?</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
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</a></div><div style="text-align: center;">For the past couple of weeks I've had my head down, working hard in preparation for <a href="http://www.indieemporium.com/" target="_blank">Indie Emporium</a>. I've mentioned it a few times on the blog, but if you've missed out you can read all about it <a href="http://thegreenerme.blogspot.com/2011/08/feature-friday-indie-emporium-2011.html" target="_blank">here</a>. It is a super cool, indie craft show where everything is handmade! It's a grand event with make&take tables, demos, live music, hip craft vendors and best of all - a handmade fashion show. It's all happening September 30th and October 1, 2011. I do a lot of the graphic work but this year I'm stepping it up and will be setting up a table with all my lovely paper goods and a few new additions, so I hope you'll come by and see me!!</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div style="text-align: center;">The wedding front is still swell, I started on my wedding blog and ironed out the guest list. Going to look at the venue with fresh eyes next week to see how it's all coming together! I do have a very special invitation to debut, but that will have to wait a couple of weeks :) **Hint: it's an invite for a special tea party for my bridesmaids, mom and grandmother! I seriously cannot wait to show off this cuteness.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;">It's probably going to be a quiet month, but I will try my best to get some cool things scheduled for your viewing pleasure. :) Thanks for reading! xoxo</div>Reneehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12058070419259404409noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6988369007603415527.post-74313736085820695462011-08-22T08:30:00.002-05:002011-08-22T08:30:02.310-05:00motivating monday - coaching"A coach is someone who can give correction without causing resentment." - John Wooden, former UCLA head basketball coach.<br />
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Are you spreading the positivity and giving criticism without bashing? I 100% loved today's quote and am a full believer that one can lead a team without being the most disliked person in the room! Before you "coach", be sure to think about how your words will come across. Your words can really change the views of those around you, and it's not always for the better. It is best to speak greatly, less often. <br />
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xoxoReneehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12058070419259404409noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6988369007603415527.post-39735538116650668312011-08-17T07:30:00.095-05:002011-08-17T07:30:00.703-05:00wedding wednesday - dazzling rhinestone wedding<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Hi lovers! Today's <a href="http://thegreenerme.blogspot.com/search/label/wedding%20wednesday">Wedding Wednesday</a> features a current <a href="http://greenerme.etsy.com/" target="_blank">GreenerMe</a> design + some new components. Can't wait to show you!! Bethann heard about me through her brother and sister-in-law, Brett and Melissa. I had the opportunity create a beautiful wedding set and programs for Brett and Melissa and was soooo super excited that Melissa spread the word about my business to her family! Bethann and her hubby Daniel's wedding plans involved a small formal ceremony followed by a dinner for her closest friends and family. The following day a large dinner and reception was held, a fiesta all of her friends and family could attend! I had honor of creating invitations for both events, as well as table cards and escort cards for the formal ceremony.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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For the dinner reception, we used the <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/78697551/patterned-rhinestone-delight-wedding" target="_blank">Patterned Rhinestone Delight</a> set as inspiration and created dazzling tent-style table cards and escort cards!<br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I knew these had to pop, so I found large rhinestones to be the focal point of the table card that is sure to attract the guests eye! The table card is tent-style and has the table number on both sides of the card.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I just love the detail and how the table cards turned out!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">My favorite part about the ceremony/dinner reception set was the escort cards! Each guest was given a 6 ounce bottle of wine as a favor. To both present the favor in an appealing manner and also outline the seating arrangement, the bride requested that the escort cards attach to the bottle of wine.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">They turned out perfectly! </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> Bethann wanted something a bit more casual for the dinner party so I was inspired by my lovely <a href="http://thegreenerme.blogspot.com/2011/07/cutest-baby-shower-invitation-ever.html">bunting invitations</a> to create an invitation that I thought fit the event's style and theme. The party was held at her parent's home and she was thinking big tents and buffet-style catering. I knew this invitation had to convey a fun and comfortable party that let guests know a good time was in store. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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<div style="text-align: center;">I used peacock teal as the focal color and created flags that spelled out "celebrate". I hand strung these onto a silvery floss and secured each bunting set to the card. The card was then mounted onto the teal cardstock and paired with a white envelope. To give a little extra touch, we coordinated the bride and groom's names with with the teal color. I can only imagine the great time that was had at this big event!</div><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Don't you just love how the set turned out? I sure do!!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">It was a tremendous pleasure to work with the Castone family! Great people and to be able to be apart of not only one big day, but two? I am truly one lucky girl!! Congrats Mr. and Mrs. Burke! I wish you many happy years to come!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div>Reneehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12058070419259404409noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6988369007603415527.post-30851819345870946342011-08-15T11:55:00.002-05:002011-08-15T11:55:01.005-05:00motivating monday - make your own circumstances“Circumstances! I make circumstances!” – Napoleon Bonaparte<br />
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Today is the day you go out and make your own luck! Yes, it’s true, you can make your own luck! Hard work, diligence, kindness and paying it forward are all the keys to success and making your own luck. Regardless of nature vs. nurture, social status or the amount of money you have – everyone has an equal shot at this thing called life and it’s up to you to make it happen. <br />
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Whether you don't think it's possible, you're overwhelmed about something or if all odds are against you; I guarantee if you just get busy, you'll get it done, you'll learn and you'll grow.<br />
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Yes, you can!! Now get out there and do it; <a href="http://thegreenerme.blogspot.com/2011/05/motivating-monday-conquering-defeat.html" target="_blank">don’t think – just do</a>! :)Reneehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12058070419259404409noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6988369007603415527.post-73590435034990403542011-08-13T11:25:00.001-05:002011-08-13T11:25:00.461-05:00a little typography fun<div align="center">I stumbled across this graphic and article from <a href="http://www.fastcodesign.com/1664719/infographic-of-the-day-why-should-you-care-about-typography" target="_blank">Fast Co.</a> that discusses the importance of typography and graphic design. I thought my computer guru's out there might enjoy it! If you want to see the big version, click <a href="http://i.imgur.com/2OVMi.png" target="_blank">here</a>.</div><div align="center"><br />
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</div>Reneehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12058070419259404409noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6988369007603415527.post-3334723694466409572011-08-12T14:27:00.000-05:002011-08-12T14:27:00.522-05:00feature friday - the white lion<div align="center">Fish and chips lovers unite! I have the cutest lil place in Tulsa that you need to put on your to-do list asap.<br />
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Today's Feature Friday is all about The White Lion. I recently discovered this hidden oasis a few weeks ago when my fiance visited for the first time. He knew I'd love it! I finally got to experience the magic this past week and let me tell you, it is quite delightful!</div><div align="center"><br />
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</div><div align="center">Tucked away in the backroads of 71st street, this gem is right off of Canton, which is close to Yale and right around the corner from Tulsa's favorite gas station, <a href="http://www.quiktrip.com/" target="_blank">QuikTrip</a>. They reside in an old house that has been converted to a restaraunt! I love old and vintage, so as soon as I walked in I knew Josh was right, this was right up my alley!</div><div align="center"><br />
</div><div align="center">They have quite an assortment of English pub food including f<span class="fsm">ish & chips, bangers & mash, steak & mushroom pie, cottage pie, cornish pastie, welsh rarebit, and more</span>. And for all the lushies out there, a wide range of beers and other alcoholic beverages are also available!</div><div align="center"><br />
</div><div align="center">I hope you'll check out The White Lion!</div><div align="center"><br />
</div><div align="center">Find 'em on <a href="http://www.facebook.com/pages/White-Lion-Pub" target="_blank">Facebook</a>.</div><div align="center"><br />
</div><div align="center">6927 South Canton Avenue</div><div align="center">Tulsa, Oklahoma 74136</div>Reneehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12058070419259404409noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6988369007603415527.post-43327353807497667332011-08-11T11:40:00.001-05:002011-08-11T11:40:00.158-05:00favorite tablescapes<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Now that I'm so far along on my wedding planning, I'm excited because I can actually think about the event design. I'm ready to whip out my bunting and streamers, but this isn't a crafty birthday party - this is my one and only wedding! So I know I have to do it right. <a href="http://www.marthastewartweddings.com/" target="_blank">Martha Stewart Weddings</a> has been a tremendous inspiration. I could spend days looking through their online idea boards! There are a lot of cute table-scapes out there and I'm trying to nail down the one that's right for me. Here's a few of my faves...</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" height="640" naa="true" src="http://d30opm7hsgivgh.cloudfront.net/upload/86371426_1V4tmkH1_c.jpg" width="512" /></div><div align="center"></div><div align="center">I love the ribbon used on this table-scape! It forms such a cute pattern but I wonder it if would be easily messed up? It might just be a bit to informal for my vision.</div><div align="center"><br />
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</div><div align="center">Then there's this guy, which kind of falls in the same category as table-scape number one. Super cute, simple.. But too informal? I think so. Would be perfect for an at home dinner party, which I cannot wait to have after I am a Mrs. Justus! :)</div><div align="center"><br />
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</div><div align="center">I think we're getting close to my vision with this. I love, love, love the long-stemmed rose in a long circular glass vase, and this idea is pretty darn close. Look at the single roses in the votives, how cute! What about long-stemmed roses in long circular glass vases, a few different heights + the single roses in votives scattered throughout with candles? That sounds nice!</div><div align="center"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">This table-scape and the one following really portrays the vibe I'm going for. Silver, greens and glass. Simple and elegant. Muy perfecto!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div align="center">So pretty. I love the different textures and heights going on with this table. And the candles are lovely!</div><div align="center"><br />
</div><div align="center">Since I am just doing hors'derves though, I wonder if I need a large amount of tables and fancy setups. Do people expect to sit down at tables for hors'derves or do they walk around and mingle? I'm thinking maybe a mixture of both?</div><div align="center"><br />
</div><div align="center">My ceremony and reception are all in one room, so I need everything to be cohesive. I was thinking of setting up half ceremony seating on one side and half reception seating w/tables on the other side. Guests can sit on either side for both of the ceremony and reception. Does that sound tacky? Guess I will need to do some more research!! Thoughts/opinions/suggestions always welcome :)</div>Reneehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12058070419259404409noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6988369007603415527.post-29129771266294714092011-08-10T07:30:00.097-05:002011-08-10T07:30:02.018-05:00wedding wednesday - real wedding, the vanderzee's<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I am super excited about today's post. Mostly because I've been holding onto my excitement for a few months now, waiting for this big day to come! When Laura emailed me to ask if I could print her invitations, a design she created herself, honestly I have to admit I was a little apprehensive just because it was territory I had yet embarked on. But being my eager-to-help self, I asked her to send over what she had so I could take a look! Little did I know I would instantly fall in love!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Her request was for front and back printing for both her invitation and postcard-response card. I knew I couldn't turn this lovely piece of artwork down the moment I saw it and luckily she accepted my offer to print her unique invitation set. While I was cranking away at the 300 invite order, I imagined how the ceremony would take place and new it would be filled with special handmade decorations and full of love, laughter and spirituality. I imagined sweet love birds watching over them as they speak their vows in front of their most loved and cherished friends and family.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div style="text-align: center;">It's one thing to imagine and another to see it in real life so I finished up the order as quick as I could, eagerly anticipating the big day. I couldn't wait to see how these invitations tied everything together! I always love to see how the initial invitation design works with the rest of the event design and I knew this set would be the best first impression possible. I think I was right ;)</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
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</a></div><div style="text-align: center;"></div><div style="text-align: center;">Laura and Brett had a beautiful wedding on August 6th at <a ?="" href="http://www.blogger.com/post-edit.g?blogID=6988369007603415527&postID=2912977126629471409" http:="" stinchcombmansion.net="" target="_blank href=">The Stinchcomb Mansion</a> in Broken Arrow, Oklahoma. Here's a shot of her ceremony space and special signage. They also had a lovely drink table with lots of different-sized jugs and what not. Truly the cutest thing ever! </div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Laura's dress was also a delight. A wonderful mix of florals and tulle with an adorable train. I swoon!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Here's the happy couple! I love how Brett's suit ties in the purple of the invitations! I'm so honored to have the chance to bring Laura's masterpiece to life. Looking through all their pictures totally warmed my heart. This sweet and loving couple definitely has many happy years to come. I wish you the best Mr. and Mrs. Vanderzee!! </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div style="text-align: center;">GreenerMe + Vanderzee = Match made in Heaven ;)</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div style="text-align: center;">I might also add the Laura is quite the photographer as of late! I can't wait to see where this journey takes her. Both Brett and Laura are musicians so it's always fun to see an artist take a new step. Congrats all around!</div><div style="text-align: center;">xoxo</div>Reneehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12058070419259404409noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6988369007603415527.post-38409390940600411802011-08-08T07:30:00.000-05:002011-08-08T07:30:03.221-05:00motivating monday - happiness is a mindset"Most people are about as happy as they make up their minds to be." -- Abraham Lincoln<br />
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Today is the day! Did you wake up with a smile on your face, ready to take on the challenges of life ahead? If not, it’s time to turn the frown upside down and get moving. No, “I don’t wannas” allowed. You can’t let situations and surroundings affect your day-to-day psyche. Focus on controlling your thoughts, finding what makes you most happy and get your buns moving! Life is just too dang short to not enjoy every moment we have! <br />
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Cheers to getting out there and making the most of this beautiful day!Reneehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12058070419259404409noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6988369007603415527.post-16085423907259660472011-08-05T17:26:00.000-05:002011-08-05T17:26:00.747-05:00feature friday - indie emporium 2011<div style="text-align: center;">Sup peeps! It's another Feature Friday and this week I want to cover my most favorite craft show in Tulsa! </div><br />
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<div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.indieemporium.com/" target="_blank">Indie Emporium</a> is an all handmade craft show (no pyramid schemes or factory manufactured products here!) that features lovely artists from across the nation. But wait, there's more! A handmade fashion show, make&take craft tables for the whole family, live music, silent auction, art gallery, food.. It's really just a whole big to-do! And surely you don't want to miss out on a big to-do, right?!</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div style="text-align: center;">This year we're switching up the location, Indie Emporium will take place in downtown Tulsa at the <a href="http://www.livingarts.org/" target="_blank">Living Arts of Tulsa</a>. We're super excited about this new venue space and the opportunity to support our local art and craft community! The days of the show are September 30 and October 1st.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div style="text-align: center;">If you're the owner of a handmade business and have interest in setting up a booth, I have a good news for you! Applications are being accepted through August 14th for vendors, fashion designers, musicians and artists! Check out the T's & C's and fill out your app by clicking <a href="http://www.indieemporium.com/participate" target="_blank">here</a>.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;">Maybe you'd rather support IE monetarily? We would so appreciate it! Sponsors can click <a href="http://www.indieemporium.com/participate" target="_blank">here</a> to check out our available packages.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;">Just interested in shopping and checking out the coolness? You're in luck, cause we'll have 50 of the most fabulous handmade vendors one could ask for, all ready and willing to show you their stuff. Bring a few cans of food in exchange for discount tickets and you're being an overall good citizen - easy! Click here to <a href="http://www.indieemporium.com/" target="_blank">view</a> the website!</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div style="text-align: center;">Hope to see you out this year! I have put in my application for a table setup and can't hear to see who's picked for the show! It's going to be greeeeaaaaaat!!!!</div>Reneehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12058070419259404409noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6988369007603415527.post-71282075210994703752011-08-03T17:03:00.002-05:002011-08-04T13:18:48.377-05:00wedding wednesday - wedding update<div style="text-align: center;"></div><div style="text-align: center;">Hello my favorite blog peeps of all the land! Time for a little update on this ‘ol wedding of mine. Still going greatly but can I take a moment say OMG?! I’ve doubled the amount of tasks going on in my life and I don’t know how I’m keeping up, I’m not really, but somehow everything is going well so far. </div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.letszumbanow.com/new_zumba-logo-horizontal.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" height="126" src="http://www.letszumbanow.com/new_zumba-logo-horizontal.jpg" t$="true" width="320" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;">I’ve started a workout routine with my mom - we’re doing Zumba! Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Saturdays. Yes, that’s a lot of Zumba! But yes, it’s really that fun :) If you’re in the Tulsa area and interested in attending, I absolutely adore my instructor, Christy. She’s totally goofy and makes crazy noises while we’re working out so there’s this level of no-shame going on and we all just get into it! Highly recommend. Classes are one hour long and the cost is just $5/ea or you can get 8 classes for $28. And yes I tried it on WII and it’s way better live!</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;">Sound fun? Check out the website <a href="http://www.letszumbanow.com/" target="_blank">here</a>, or Facebook page <a href="http://www.facebook.com/pages/letszumbanow-with-Christy/200732134112" target="_blank">here</a> for all the details!</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;">The reason for being fit... I bought my dress! I’m excited but I’m trying my best not to be! I ordered it online so it just makes me nervous. I did show it to a tailor and she measured me and said the dress was gorgeous too, just hard when I can’t try it on!! So wish I could show you guys! Just know it’s gorgeous, full of of lace and tulle, long train.. The works! I went with cap sleeves cause let's face it, the girls gotta have some support and strapless dresses just don't work for me! While visiting the tailor we found out that she was opening a bakery, too. So I got to try some cake samples and let’s just say I fell in love! Cake is great.. I could eat a whole one if I didn’t know better.. Mmm. Now the tailor will do the finishing on my dress AND baking my cake. Easy enough!</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;">Need tailoring, event planning, baking or photography (yes, this tailor does it all!) get in touch with Sheila at 918-313-9204. Her office is located at 5412-C S Mingo Road in Tulsa. She is a sweet lady and I constantly hear positive things about her work!!</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;">Also booked the photographer and caterer! I’ve been a busy girl!<br />
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<div style="text-align: center;">We went with <a href="http://www.tulsapix.com/" target="_blank">Tulsa Pix</a>, love their style and their price so all I had to do was meet them to finalize the deal. They’re a husband and wife duo, which I thought was really cool, too! I have a guy to take pictures of my men and a sweet lady to take pictures of my girls. One is super attentive to details; the other is there to get pictures of the party. I’m very excited to have the different perspectives! I’m also so excited to finally have delightful pictures of Josh and I to hang around the house <3</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;">You can check out Tulsa Pix’s website <a href="http://www.tulsapix.com/" target="_blank">here</a>, or their blog <a href="http://www.tulsapix.com/blog" target="_blank">here</a>.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;">Next up, the catering. We picked <a href="http://www.serversplusonline.com/" target="_blank">Servers Plus</a>! Kennetha runs Servers Plus and she is actually a family friend, so I am super excited to help her out and have her be apart of our big day! She setup a nice package for us that will include delicious hors d'oeuvres of my choosing. I haven’t made the choosing though, still have to round up my ideas! The package includes 4 servers + bartender that will also assist and mingle with the crowd. I couldn’t be more excited to have a “team” working my big day so I don’t have to worry about it! If you have any food suggestions, I’m all ears!</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;">You can check out Servers Plus’ website <a href="http://www.serversplusonline.com/" target="_blank">here</a>! Or get in touch with me and I’ll give you Kennetha’s number!</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;">Well I think this brings us all up to date on my latest happenings! I’m so excited to get so much done. Now I can focus more on the design of the event, which I know is going to be so much fun :) Guess I should finalize my guest list first though! And make Save the Dates.. Oh boy...</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;">Happy Wedding Wednesday lovers!! <3</div>Reneehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12058070419259404409noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6988369007603415527.post-66999496892190679282011-08-01T07:30:00.000-05:002011-08-01T07:30:01.314-05:00motivating monday - dream big“We can’t think narrowly. We have to think in the biggest possible way.” – Alice Waters<br />
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Hey party people! I like today’s quote because of the new found wedding planner in me. The inspiration and grand ideas are buzzing like crazy and there are so many options and directions one can go when planning their wedding. It’s kind of overwhelming, but I’m having a blast taking it all in! When Josh first asked me to marry him, I was thinking a small ceremony and reception, just about 50 people or so, and then we’d go on our honeymoon and call it good. My mom suggested I put my guest list together before I get settled on this decision, so I did. 240 guests later, uh yeah.. I suppose I’ll have a big wedding! This has actually inspired me and made me a bit more outgoing and I couldn’t be more excited about planning a big party for all my closest friends and family. The more I get into it, the more I love it and if all goes as I planned, I could definitely see a career coming out of this!<br />
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My point to this story is you have to dream big and be willing to ride the wave of life. Life doesn’t always work out how you thought it would, whether it’s family, career or something else.. You can have a general plan but if you have to derail to avoid destruction, keeping an open mind for that will help so much in the long run. I’m all about dreaming big, because yes – you can do whatever you put your mind to!<br />
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I’d love to hear the struggle-turned-winner moments you all have had. I want to be inspired by you!! Feel free to share them in the comment section below or drop me an email at <a href="mailto:renee@greenerme.net">renee@greenerme.net</a>!<br />
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Thank you for reading :) xoxox <3Reneehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12058070419259404409noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6988369007603415527.post-73304899571850301252011-07-28T20:13:00.000-05:002011-07-28T20:13:07.665-05:00the cutest baby shower invitation ever! bunting!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> Hi friends! I'm super excited to debut this new design to you! It's mini bunting.. You know, the flags placed delicately on string and normally used for party decor, WELL I have shrunk it down to card form! Check out this adorable baby shower invitation:</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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</a></div><div style="text-align: center;">For this invitation I created little bunting flags in Photoshop and printed them all out. I cut out each individual flag and attach it to the string. From there I adorn it on the invitation and then glue each flag down on the invitation so it's sturdy. This combination is then mounted onto the shimmery opal card stock and before you know it a beautiful mini-bunting invitation is born!</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">They are super time consuming and to make a profit the retail price is unbelievably high! So, I think instead of marketing these as baby shower invitations I will create some singles for special occasions such as happy birthday, congratulations and thank you :) I'll debut these very soon so be sure to keep checking back on where you can get your own! :)</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div>Reneehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12058070419259404409noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6988369007603415527.post-18024292728764757252011-07-26T07:30:00.000-05:002011-07-26T07:30:03.764-05:00wedding update - picked the colors & dj<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Hi pretties! It's a good day on the GreenerMe front.. Having the opportunity to create beautiful invitations for not only my lovely clients but also myself? I could not ask for more! The planning process has been so fun so far and I can't wait to share my next decisions with you.. The palette!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">If you couldn't already tell, I am a big fan of green. Green biz, green blog, green car, green house.. The list goes on. When picking out my color scheme, I knew I had to include green! After perusing <a href="http://www.stylemepretty.com/" target="_blank">Style Me Pretty</a> and <a href="http://greenweddingshoes.com/" target="_blank">Green Wedding Shoes</a> for hours, it finally clicked! The colors I have chose are sage green, grey, white with a pop of purple.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I'd love to see the guys in grey suits with black dress shoes. My ladies I'd love to see in sage green, but am not concerned with them being all matchy-matchy. I figure some cute black pumps, wedges or flats would be easy to find, if they didn't already own a pair. My dress will be white, but I will of course not show it off until after the big day! I'd love to find some fabulous green pumps. I'd like all the flowers to be white/green and the table settings will bring in the purple. I love how classy yet unique this color scheme is!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> My goal for the wedding is to have a nice, sweet and short ceremony followed by a delicious yet inexpensive meal and then the rest will just be a big fiesta!! So I knew I had to find a DJ that would fit the mold and be able to play the eclectic blend of music I plan to have for the party (booty shakin, line dancin, slow dancin, electronic - a little something for everyone!!). He's gotta know when to party, but when to be nice and sweet, too! So I stumbled upon my next decision: The DJ! So stoked about this. I found him through a friend at work and could not be more excited! I actually booked <a href="http://www.facebook.com/mikeyontheradio" target="_blank">Mikey B</a> (my T-Town fans might recognize him from 106.9 K-Hits) to be my DJ!! He's funny, outgoing and cares about all the details of my wedding, the perfect combo for a DJ in my opinion! He's actually making his step out into the sole-proprietor business world, too. You all know I love to support local! If you need a DJ give Mikey a shout via his <a href="http://www.facebook.com/mikeyontheradio" target="_blank">Fan Page</a> or <a href="http://twitter.com/#%21/RadioMikeyBee" target="_blank">Twitter</a>, or shoot me an <a href="mailto:renee@greenerme.net">email</a> and I'll give you his digis. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">As of today this is where I'm at. I'm having a great time so far with all the planning and I can't wait to take on more tasks! Super stoked that I have my lovely blog with super sweet readers to share my crazy ideas with. Thank YOU for tuning in! Until next time... <3</div>Reneehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12058070419259404409noreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6988369007603415527.post-80535638306815911432011-07-25T08:45:00.003-05:002011-07-26T12:04:19.865-05:00motivating monday - don't drink the hater-adeAre you having problems with haters? Ugh, I hate haters – don’t you? If the answer is yes, I have the perfect quote for you.<br />
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“Great spirits have always encountered violent opposition from mediocre minds.” – Albert Einstein<br />
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At some point in this grand ‘ol thing we call life, someone will doubt you for something your passionate about. I don’t have to give examples; you know what I’m talking about and how it applies to you. While some criticism is a great way to get a full perspective, it can get a little excessive as well. Here are my tips on shaking off the haters:<br />
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- Realize you will have opposition before you start.<br />
- Don’t react with an attitude; this just gives a hater more fuel. Keep it calm and keep smiling.<br />
- <a href="http://thegreenerme.blogspot.com/2011/07/motivating-monday-dare-to-be-yourself.html" target="_blank">Dare to be yourself.</a><br />
- Be confident in your idea, plan or goal.<br />
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Dealing with haters definitely takes time to master. And definitely know that he more awesome you get, the more haters you'll have. People get jealous, plain and simple. Just know you’re awesome and don’t let it get you down. Awesome people like us don’t have time to waste on the hater-ade.<br />
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xoxoReneehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12058070419259404409noreply@blogger.com0