Words cannot even begin to express how much we adore these photos from Jessica & Ben's wedding! We created their custom aisle runner using monogram 1D, which the couple also used on their ceremony programs. They also used monogram 5C which we created for them on their matches for their cigar bar (yes they had a cigar bar, so cool!) It looks like this wedding was a blast- check out their cool "something blue" drinks, their yummy food, and they even had a photo booth! Be sure to check back on I.D.O. in April as they will be our April Featured Couple, and also when TheKnot Best Of 2009 Weddings hits the stands in April their aisle runner will be featured in it, yay! Congratulations Jessica & Ben!
Today's dish started out easy enough: onions and apples. The recipe, from "Anyone Can Cook" (where else?), was for Pork with Apples and Onions. Pretty simple. But, as always, I realized I didn't read the recipe that closely. AFTER already cooking the apples, I noticed it said "cooking apples." What are cooking apples? Seriously?
The directions said to melt some butter, add onions and let them hang out for about 10 minutes. I did that. They turned brown pretty fast. Pretty soon, they were black. But being the stubborn person I am, I insisted on following the instructions. If they say 10 minutes, I'll do 10 minutes.
This was a fairly monumental mistake. Onions? What onions? All I see are black shreds of nasty. Already flustered by the Onion Disaster, I forgot to salt and pepper the pork. I just tossed it in the skillet with olive oil and watched the fat drip off. Seriously, that is the most disgusting part of cooking thus far.
So we ended up with overcooked, unseasoned pork on a bed of black onions and apples that Sean said absorbed too much apple cider vinegar for his taste. It was literally the first meal I couldn't finish. Sean tried to say it was still good; I tossed the last few bites. I have a strong aversion to meat that takes 40 years to chew, so this wasn't working for me. I think it's safe to say, I don't much care for this recipe.
I hope your cooking fares better this weekend! Tomorrow we're making very simple burgers from that pre-formed patty meat. Does anyone have any advice on seasoning the pre-formed patties?
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Title: The Neverending Story
This is my brother performing his version of "The Neverending Story," written by Giorgio Moroder and performed by Limahl for the 1984 movie, "The Neverending Story." It was a pretty good marketing idea for those producers, I mean, it's a story that never ends. I think they stopped at "The Neverending Story 3."
Title: Message from Shaykh Yaser Birjas - Precious Provisions - April 9th-11th, 2010 in Atlanta, Georgia
3 DAYS
2 PROVISIONS
101 MASJID DEBATES CLOSED
and a LIFETIME of CONFUSION SIMPLIFIED
AT LAST!
Here we go againyouve entered the Masjid and overheard yet another debate over the halaal meat issue or how long your beard should be. Is it sunnah to wear a koofi, fardh to wear niqaab, haraam to sit on silk?
Have you ever heard anyone say:
"What is wrong with a Big Mac? If it's not pork, Alhamdulillah!!!"
or,
"Don't you know that's haram? It has gelatin!"
"No brother, I called the company they said its 'beef' gelatin."
"Really, does that mean the gelatin in Skittles is halal to eat?"
or,
"Sister, why did you buy that Gucci handbag, its made out of pig skin, its haram to touch!"
"My uncle has a long beard and he said its ok, so it must be right!"
or,
"Hey look at him, why does he always have his pants rolled up, what's wrong with him?"
or,
"Skirt or jilbab? Its all the same! Niqaab is only extra.
These are only some of the confused statements made about food and clothing, and Im sure you have more of your own.
AlMaghrib Institute is exuberant to introduce its latest single-weekend seminar, the unprecedented seminar of the year, designed to put an end to the never-ending debate of halaal and haraam, and at last, provide you with the opportunity to walk away with clear understanding and to stand on solid ground. Be confused no more!
By the end of this astounding seminar, you will be able to:
* Recognize the different evidences and their validity for each opinion
* Gain clarity on overlooked yet crucial actions regarding food and clothing
* Raise your level of imaan by connecting deeper to the commandments of Allah
* Acquire stronger appreciation for the importance of modesty
* Teach your children or students the intricate daily etiquettes of food and clothing
* Explain without hesitation to non-Muslims about what you eat and wear
* Attain deeper appreciation and understanding of the efforts of our scholars
* Know the best way to respond to accusing claims or insinuations
Many of you probably already know that Vané of Brooklyn Bride has been making some custom ring pillows after people went crazy over the one she made for her own wedding, so I thought I'd let you know that she just launched an online shop. Be sure to stop by and check them out!
Many of the fabrics she uses are available only to the trade, as well as fun fabric remnants from all kinds of sources. Beautiful stuff, Vané!
I am going to start taking new orders once again for invitations and reception pieces. Please note that I have available ship dates for invitations starting in August and anytime after. If you would like to work with me just send me an email. I can take orders for reception pieces for shipping the end of May and after.
I did not post for a week, so below are some designs that I have created over the past month or so. I will try to post more regularly, but I do try to work every moment I can when Gabriella is asleep so that means less time to blog.
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Title: New Order - Ceremony
Joy Division created the song, with lyrics written by Ian Curtis. There are two recorded versions of the song by Joy Division. The first available on the Still album is from their final concert at High Hall, Birmingham University on May 2, 1980, sixteen days before Curtis' suicide. The second, available on the Heart and Soul four-disc box set is from a rehearsal tape made in April/May 1980. In both recordings, the vocals are only partially audible.
Title: New Order live, 1984, 'Temptation'
New Order live performance of 'Temptation' at BBC Radio 1 studios, 1984.
Just cause we can all use something to look at while we read, above are some of my most recent creations!
And now for a glimpse into my personal life: So as most of you know by now, my "real job" is a school counselor at an elementary school (well, 3 elementary schools actually) and iDoOriginals.com is my "fun job." I am so excited to say that in 2.5 days school is officially out for summer and I can begin focusing even more attention on all my lovely brides! I can't wait to spend the whole summer being crafty! YAY! I wish I could say that was all I was planning on doing, but the summer holds a lot:
- selling our house
- buying a brand new house (yippee!)
- nine birthdays
- two weddings
- an engagement party
- one graduation
- and a partridge in a pear tree
I can't wait for summer to officially begin! Oh and want some more good news? The great blog Weddings by Socialites recently blogged about us- what a nice honor!
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Title: Perfect Two
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i LOVE this song... i wanted to make this video a few weeks ago... but i never did, sorry ive been busy with finals, but schools almost over :D june 21! yay :D
this song is by---- auburn
*** I EDITED THIS && I DO NOT OWN ANY PICTURES :)
subscribe! ++ give me more ideas please :) or song requests & whattt kind of videos do you like?
Title: Power Rangers Season 6 In Space Episode 23 Part 1
A Date With Danger
I finally fixed episode 31... Sort of... So I feel like I can upload once again!
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