I talked with a couple web bigshots today about PA, I’ll post the video very soon! I was on the show, “This Week in Startups” (Thisweekinstartups.com) as a caller. I got to talk about growing PA with two successful internet CEOs, one is the current CEO of Mahalo.com (a top 150 site worldwide by visits) and sold his last company for hundreds of millions.

It was the most exciting thing I’ve done since Reclamation of Youth Day launching off a mooki big jump into the bay on a crappy mtn bike (hopefully will have video of that soon too). Seriously, my hands were shaking today and I could barely sit down, i was pacing all over the place! I’m getting super pumped even thinking about it! I felt so alive and excited/nervous, it was great! It felt like a Friday afternoon in high school when we had a game that night, the nerves are intense but in a good way.
Anyway, The host had some great ideas that we can really have fun with, and we got lots of great free exposure for Positive Atmosphere!

They even want me to call back and keep them updated on our progress!
I just wanted to share the good news with all you guys, and thank you all for being such an awesome community. I see so many great things happening here, and it makes me really proud to know all of you.

My computer’s acting goofy so I’ll wrap this up before it crashes

Dan O’

ps. I also should say that my day started with my mastermind/study group which meets every other Friday, we’re discussing my all-time favorite book, “A New Earth” by Eckhart Tolle. And this evening I went to the “Port Festival” with my little bro and saw INCREDIBLE ginger bread houses, listened to my neighbors choir sing (they were really good), saw the Christmas boat parade, THEN took him to the downtown art walk and saw belly dancers, water colors, displays you could play with, live art etc.

Such an awesome day, one of the best I’ve had methinks! I’m so grateful for all this wonderful abundance!

Oh and one of the boats was a little fire boat that was spraying water a couple hundred feet and this little kid in front of me was FREAKING OUT (in a good/hilarious way) “their gonna squirt us, they’re gonna squirt us!!!! eeeeeee, haaaaaaa, oooooo!!!!” (while jumping up and down and screaming and giggling Such an awesome day….

Weddings are emotional – even for men! Good thing the Groom Mojuba Survival Kit comes with Sniff tissues to dry his tears tears of joy, eye drops so he doesn’t have that “just cried” look in the wedding pictures, and even stain removing wipes – just in case someone mistakes a dress train for a tissue.

You can plan your wedding but you can’t plan the unexpected. Luckily, for all your big day’s little surprises there’s Mojuba!

A conversation between Pat my 3 year old and myself upon his arrival home from Kindy.

Mum: Hello Pat, how was your day?

Pat: I’m very tired Mum, I had a big day.

Mum: A big day huh! Sounds good. Did you do anything interesting?

Pat: Not really.

Mum: But you said you had a big day. What did you get up too – some drawing, painting or playing in the playground?

Pat: Nothing much. I just saved the world, now I am very tired so you can stop talking now!

(Image Courtesy of Charmed Events Planning)

Though we at Yazzie & Co. would usually kick off the holiday season by writing about holiday weddings, we wanted to switch gears this time around by honoring our troops. With so many of you all fighting for our country, we thought it right to discuss wedding planning – military style. After all, you brave men and women are in love with love as much as we civilians are, so why not share in that by learning how to pull off a magnificent military wedding? It’s not as daunting as you’d think, so stick around and let us show you how to pull it off with panache!

(Image Courtesy of MB Weddings)

Should you decide to go all out by getting married in a military chapel or military academy, you’d do well to book well in advance. EHow thinks that a year’s time will suffice in ensuring that you don’t get lost in the military marriage shuffle. Do make sure that you thoroughly investigate who you choose as your chaplain, for you don’t want to be stuck with someone who is unlicensed or unqualified to preside over a military wedding. According to EHow, decoration standards are very particular, so you also want to check with the staff to make sure that what you’ve chosen is in line with what they allow. If you’re not sure how to go about decorating your military venue, we suggest featuring the American flag. Not only does it pay homage to your military background, it also serves as a symbol of unity. Even better, you can take things a step further by featuring flowers that reflect the flag – like red and white roses and blue cornflowers. While military chapels don’t charge to rent for weddings, Tracy Guth from The Knot recommends that you donate to its fund out of courtesy. Think of it as giving back to the milieu that made you the person that will stand tall in front of your new spouse.

(Image Courtesy of the Old Glory Ranch)

Your next priority, soldiers, is to address your guests properly. Not quite as easy as seating your soon-to-be in-laws in the front row, one needs to follow proper military protocol when inviting your wedding guests. For instance, while using regular invitations are fine, you should include yours and/or your soon-to-be spouse’s rank and title on them. Also offer your military loved ones and colleagues the option of attending in full dress, EHow suggests. That way, they will be able to pay tribute to your military bond in uniform. You should also be aware of who you invite and where they will be seated, since this also directly reflects on military tradition. According to Gigi Rena Rogers of Favor Ideas, your commander and high-ranking officers should be seated beside your immediate family while your colleagues should be seated directly behind them. Once you work your seating arrangements out, you’ll be ready to move on to the next step – dressing the part.

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If you’re a soon-to-be bride that’s currently serving, you aren’t bound to wear your uniform. However, you can if you choose to do so. Should you be a soon-to-be groom in the military, it is recommended that you dress in traditional military garb for your big day. Since Winter’s around the corner, EHow recommends that you wear a blue uniform with your medal(s) and pristine white gloves. You’ll be dapper enough in your gleaming shoes to do the Arch of Sabers walk with your new bride. The most defining moment of a military wedding ceremony, this consists of you and your new bride walking through an arch of sabers towards your new life together. Whether you’re using swords as a Naval or Coast Guard officer or sabers as an Army officer or a Marine, EHow strongly suggests that check to see that your chosen base location has them available. Also make sure that there are commissioned officers available to hold up those swords or sabers during that moment on your wedding day, for Tracy Guth mentions that they’re the only ones that are authorized to participate in this part of the ceremony. Once the walk has been walked, your former civilian spouse will now officially be a military spouse – another thing that you’ll be proud to hold your head up high about as a member of the military.

Thanking You from the Bottom of Our Hearts for Your Dedicated Service,

The Yazzie Blogger

(Image Courtesy of Melissa Blemur Photographer’s Blog)

Penning your wedding vows can be as difficult as picking out an engagement ring or choosing your wedding dress. This is why Yazzie & Co. felt it right to dedicate this blog to all the soon-to-be marrieds who are stumped on how to speak their heart on paper. After all, the last thing we want is for you to become so overwhelmed that you forget the main focus – to express your love in front of those that are near and dear to you. So, how to pull this off, you ask? Well, keep reading for great tips on creating those timeless vows.

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Say that you and your love have decided to collaborate on your vows. You both should bring your voices into the mix while being able to compromise on what you’d like to include and omit. This is where patience and open-mindedness come in, for the main thing that should be kept in mind is that these vows will reflect your new life together. In addition, About.com suggests that you be mindful of what you’re writing if you both decide to get married in a house of worship. After all, you don’t want the official to decline presiding over your nuptials out of offense.

(Image Courtesy of the Wedding Channel)

Then again, if you’d prefer to surprise your love with words of tenderness on your wedding day, no need to worry about getting it all wrong. All you need to do is remember the little things about him or her that made you fall in love with them, as well as the big things that solidified your love for them. Whether this takes you back to the first time that you ever laid eyes on them or the day that you decided to commit yourself, express these heartfelt feelings by putting pen to paper. If it takes you checking out some great love poems or sincere love letters for extra inspiration, About.com believes that it wouldn’t hurt – just as long as you allow yourself to shine in the finished product.

(Image Courtesy of the Forever – Tim and Becky’s Finger Lake Wedding)

Above all are the heartfelt words that you put to paper when you write your vows, since they represent your innermost thoughts about your spouse-to-be. Streamline them so that they resonate just as well when you recite them aloud on your wedding day. Ask a loved one to listen in and provide you with their feedback so that you can be prepared to share your feelings about your love to the world.

Until Next Time,

The Yazzie Blogger

This weekend we went to the Big Event Bridal Fair. What a great way to get some last minute ideas!  We sampled some treats, picked out some props and shared the details of our love story over and over again!

Can’t believe our big day is less than two months away!

This is story of family love, feelings & emotions .

After a flying kisses to two babies on 17th Oct, 09 and real kisses to her Doll & Pooh on 22nd Oct,09 and some flying kisses to papa in the mean while & THEN MY TURN CAME FINALLY …..yesssss….. I got a big kiss by Pranika on 31st of Oct 09,around 3:00 pm & then later she kissed to her PAPA too.

Would love to explain the way she kissed :

She put her tongue on me cheek and made it wet and tasted it for a while ….. then she left my cheek and made the sound of kiss PUCHHH ….oooooo sooo sweet. I was so happy, after a long wait I got my baby’s kiss . I felt the presence of her kisses on cheeks whole day , I know it sounds funny .

I was trying to teach her this since she was 9 months and she finally kissed me after completing 14 months and 15 days i.e after a 5 months and 15 days of wait …. but the saying is very true “ Intzaar ka fuul meetha hota he “. Just love this” fuul ” .

And now, we get it on regular basis … yeapppppiiiii, today I kissed her in the morning and she kissed me back and then she kissed PAPA…did you noticed something …… yes, I got it first .

Here is pic of our family on Halloween, here Pranika is in dress of Bunny :

MY BIG DAY – JULY 16, 2009
Bev Hardy

As I walked to the plane, I was going back over the details of how I had managed to let myself get talked into this. At 83 years old, I should have known better. What was I doing here? I was afraid of flying and afraid of heights. I hated roller coasters. If my kids knew they’d probably say “don’t”. I was the first in the plane, and couldn’t even figure out where to sit. There were no seats, much less a bathroom or drinking fountain. The old retired United Parcel plane was just an empty shell inside, except for a couple of long things that might be called benches. As my instructor came in he told me to sit straddle legged on the bench.

Lloyd my 80 year old retired psychiatrist friend and his instructor were next. I tried to tell myself that if he wasn’t scared, then I shouldn’t be. But I was! Then came Shelly Anderson.
This was all her fault. Shelly had been a friend for years. She was also my massage therapist. When I saw her last February she was bubbling over with excitement and delight. She had just been sky diving for the first time! As she described the thrill of it, I made the mistake of say, “It sounds like fun”. A few weeks later she had called wanting me to set a date. I had the presence of mind to ask her about the altitude. When she told me 12,000 feet, I explained that with my troubles breathing at 4,000 feet altitude, my doctor would never approve. I had assumed that was the end of it.

Then on a Wednesday night in July she called to tell me that my friends Kathy and Stan Carr and Sharon and Lloyd were going tomorrow to jump and that she had arranged for oxygen for me in the plane. My excuse was gone. I figured I could gain courage from my friends, especially Stan and Kathy, although I did wonder about Stan’s hurt knee. It wasn’t until the next morning after I got in the van, that I found out it would only be Lloyd and I jumping. When we got to the hanger in Lompoc, we had to fill out a long legal form that needed to be initialed every 2 or 3 lines. I carefully read it hoping to find a loop hole to get me out of this. Ah, at last, I found on page 3, “I have told my doctor I am going to do this and my doctor approves”. “Hey, Shelly I called out I can’t initial this. I haven’t told my doctor and I won’t lie”. Shelly called out to Lloyd our psychiatrist friend – “Hey Lloyd is it okay if Bev jumps?” Lloyd said “Sure” and my last excuse was gone.

As the plane lifted off I was thinking that if this killed me, at least I had lived an interesting and full life. And, if I didn’t make it, it would be an interesting way to go. Although I hated flying I decided I might as well enjoy the view and look out at the beautiful Lompoc flower fields. The instructor hooked us both together and instructed me to tuck my legs back when he told me to and to keep my hands hooks in the straps. We had been the first in and we would be the last out. The wind poured in when they opened the doors. I watched the others go. Then it was our turn. I tucked my legs under as told. He leaned over. I have enough trouble with balance on land. When he leaned over I thought I was going to fall flat on y face inside the plane and instinctively put my feet down. I tucked them under as he straightened up, but could not stop the instinct when he leaned over again. He finally had to give me a big shove to get out the door, and then I could tuck my feet under.

My Certificate reads: “Be it known that Beverly Hardy has experienced that adrenaline rush of a lifetime, by willfully leaving a perfectly good airplane at 13,000 feet, and flying earthrward in excess of 120 mph –

The free fall was only supposed to last a minute. When I finally got up the nerve to open my eyes, I was face down with the earth rushing up to meet me. I closed them again and started counting to 60. I got to 30 seconds and figured it should be over, but it seemed to take forever for the parachute to gently open and slow us down. The instructor had asked me several times on the way down if I was okay. I just nodded my head yes and was amazed I could hear him. Then as we floated gently down I enjoyed the flower fields and the colorful parachutes below us.

Yes, I did it once and will never do it again. I felt good having done it, to know I had conquered my fear. There was another added benefit. My husband died 8 years ago. This was the first time in 8 years I had sat in a man’s lap. A friend asked if I had screamed on the way down and I told her, “No, I was afraid my dentures would fall out.” Yes I did it once and will PROBABLY never do it again!!

(Image Courtesy of Leaders We Deserve)

Hello, everyone! Last we met, we dished on planning the honeymoon of your dreams. Now that you’ve figured out how much you’d like to spend on your first vacation together as man and wife, here comes the fun part – deciding on your honeymoon destination. Whether the debate lies in how far you’d like to travel or what climate you’d like to vacation in, there’s always a location for anyone and everyone. So, sit back and let us at Yazzie & Co. give you the lowdown on the best places to honeymoon at.

(Image Courtesy of the Frias Properties of Aspen)

If you want to stick around in the good old USA, you can easily find a variety of locations to spend your honeymoon. We at Yazzie & Co. highly suggest that you look into booking your vacation in Hawaii, which is the number one American location to relax at – according to About.com. The ultimate paradise within the fifty states, it boasts tons of perfect beaches, floral fresh air, and wonderfully warm weather. What’s more, you both will be able to enjoy the local cuisine favorites such as fresh mahi-mahi and homemade kettle chips. Whether you’re staying in Maui or Oahu, you both can rent a car and explore the natural beauty of the island. However, if you’d rather honeymoon in a cooler climate, then we suggest that you vacation in Aspen, Colorado. Long known as America’s skiing capital, there are plenty of things that you both can do to occupy your time. About.com suggests that you take up fun activities such as horseback riding or biking while there. Not only will you get to enjoy the breathtaking mountain view, but you’ll be at one with the clean and crisp air. Whether you decide to stay at a resort of rent a cabin, you’re guaranteed to have a great time.

(Image Courtesy of the Giltedge Travel)

Then again, if you’d prefer to leave the States, you’d have more opportunity to visit locales that you wouldn’t generally find in the fifty states. The sky would be the limit for you both, which is why Yazzie & Co. thinks that this would be the perfect time to have that once-in-a-lifetime trip overseas. If both of you are up for a honeymoon of sightseeing perfection, you should definitely visit Italy. Whether you’re in the mood to take in the ancient architecture of Northern Italy in Turin or immerse yourself in the modern glamour of Rome, there’s something for everyone in this lovely country. If you’d like to take a chance by traveling to the other side of the world, why not consider South Africa as a honeymoon destination. You’d be able to go on safari in the game preserves at Sabi Sabi’s Earth Lodge at the internationally renowned Kroger’s National Park outside of Johannesburg while viewing some of the most beautiful plants and wildlife in the world. However, if you’re more into spending your honeymoon in the fast pace of nightlife and shopping, you both can head over the Cape Town for activities that range from relaxing on the beach to tasting the country’s wines. About.com also recommends checking out the Cape of Good Hope to see both the Atlantic and Indian Oceans clash in what is sure to be an unforgettable experience!

(Image Courtesy of the Hamilton’s Official Website)

Wherever you decide to travel for your honeymoon, you can easily book a package through your local travel agent. If you’re seeking a great deal, your best bet is to book your trip on a website such as Orbitz or Expedia. However you decide to plan this, plan it effectively so that you can guarantee yourselves the most unforgettable and wonderful experiences in your new life together.

Until Next Time,

The Yazzie Blogger

The big day is round the corner, and you just realized you are a nervous wreck. All those late nights planning the wedding event of the year have brought nothing but puffy eyes and swollen waistlines. You falter, but there is absolutely no turning back, unless incurring the wrath of your mother-in-law now and risking forfeiting thousands in deposits is what you prefer. Wedding Handbook has heard the cries of despair, and here are 5 surefire ways to look your best on the most important day of your life. he most important day of your life.

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PARIS WAS THERE
SHE GOT LOTS OF GOODIES
The pop star received tons of luxe swag including a $25,000 fur jacket from Berglund of Copenhagen, $4,000 worth of Barito sunglasses and a $12,000 ring from Ole Lynggaard!
For the second year in a row, Paris Hilton helped Britney blow out the candles for her birthday celebration. “Britney was laughing and smiling the entire time,” says a witness.

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Hi, everyone! We’ve already dished about planning your big day, so it’s only fair that we discuss the next best thing – planning your honeymoon. You deserve a vacation that is just as perfect as your wedding, which is why we at Yazzie & Co. are going to give you a few pointers on how to get it right. Whether you’ve got time to spare or are seriously pressed for time, we’ve got foolproof ways for you to rock at doing both.

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Let’s just say that your wedding’s months off and you want your honeymoon to happen without any glitches. Susan Breslow Sardone of About.com suggests that you create a six month timeline to plan things accordingly. A lot less stressful and time-consuming, you’ll also be able to make clear decisions about what you can and can’t afford. You’ll also have time to deliberate your destination choices with a certified travel agent that you trust. Whatever you do during this time, do not forget important documents like your passport and luggage, as well as exchangeable currency and a planned wardrobe.

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If time isn’t on your side, fear not. You can surely swing a last minute wedding by planning your wedding on a great travel website such as Travelocity or Expedia. According to Breslow Sardone, there are great last-minute deals to be found constantly. While you may have to compromise your travel dates, hotel accommodations, or airplane seating, it’s worth a try in snagging a sensational seven-day trip to St. Croix for a fraction of the price!

(Image Courtesy of the Bridal Occasion)

No matter which road you take in planning your honeymoon, the most important thing is making sure that you and your hubby-to-be are on the same page. After all, the last thing you want is to be miserable in a mountainside chalet or for him to be bored at a beachside resort. eHow also recommends that you come to a satisfying agreement in budgeting your trip. Once all is settled, you’ll both be on your way to having the most memorable experiences of your new life together!

Until Next Time,

The Yazzie Blogger

I even made a playlist for it.

I only have one class today and it is from 19-20hr (7-8pm), soooo that means I can attack all the other things I’ve been needing to do but have been too preoccupied with life to accomplish.

1. Starting the process of getting a Carte de Séjour (fml, this one isn’t going to be fun).

2. Going to the CROUS office downtown and requesting a room change, Doctor’s note and all (even less fun than #1).

3. Purchasing the “under 25″ card (or is it under 26? I can never remember lol) to get discounts on travel.

4. Shoppingggg.  It sounds frivolous, but it is well needed.  I’m hoping to get a blanket that doesn’t look like dog bedding from 1973.

Wish me luck!

xxo

My sweet soul sis, Lisa, and I met back in high school when I went to CA for a Christian camp. I was 1/2 out of towners (from TX) so needless to say, we didn’t know many people. Lisa (and Quyen & Y that appears later in this entry) were the only 3 girls that were nice to me. Over the years, we kept in touch, via chatting online. We have NEVER lived in the same city, actually not even in the same state over the course of 10+ years, but our friendship proves otherwise. Lisa and I became what we call “soul sisters” because we had so much in common and felt so connected - almost like soulmates – so we came up with “soul sisters” to show how close we felt. She got married at the end of July and OF COURSE I wouldn’t have missed it for anything. I moved back to the US (and left Japan) early just so I could fly to San Jose to be with her on her big day. It was a great reunion since the 4 of us (L, Q, Y, and myself) haven’t been together at the same time since the camp where we met. Q and Y have both visited me in Japan (at different times) and Lisa came to visit me when I lived in Austin. One of my favorite memories with her is “drinking” in the library. Since both of us don’t really drink – we thought it would be funny to get photos of us drinking in the library so we bought wine coolers and snuck them in. We had the best time trying to be sneaky and letting out our “bad” side since we were/are such good girls.. hahaha – good times, Lis! Congratulations! Oh yeah – tell Billy I haven’t forgotten that he owes me a trip back to San Jose to visit you! We made a bet many years ago that whoever got married first – the other’s husband – would have to fly us to visit eachother. I won! =)

:: the BEAUTIFUL bride ::

:: chosen “bouquet” girls – we walked down the aisle after lisa and each gave her flowers to make her bouquet – cutest idea! ::

:: the gorgeous wedding ::

:: my handsome date ::

:: these took her FOREVER to do – done one by one ::

:: each table had their own cake and lisa & billy came by each table to cut it – we wanted red velvet, but ended up with banana – still good! (too bad I’m allergic) ::

:: super cute – super creative ::

:: oh how sweet it is! such yummy sweets including the most delish macaroons from paulettes ::

:: super cute idea – everyone had so much fun coming up with different poses and messages ::

:: this pic makes me happy, awesome girlfriends with my awesome boyfriend ::

:: some of us at table 4 – the BEST table, you know ::

:: at Hakone Gardens – I felt like I was still in Japan ::

:: REUNITED and it feels OH SO GOOD – the 4 of us have not been together at the same time in over 10 years! ::

:: the bride gettin’ down during their wedding dance ::

:: oh so sweet ::

:: <3 ::

Today is a big day.  I have a photoshoot with Mistress and another girl, plus I am getting my car back.  I am extremely excited to get my car back, but I am also happy to get to do a photoshoot.  I really love doing them.

I will probably blog after it.  We are supposed to go to a bday party tonight, but I am not sure if we will feel up to it.  We will just have to see.

yups. tts the new date tt i am lookin forward to.. its da BIG DAY tts been postponed from 17 aug. yea & another good news ish im finally gg back to work next week!!! cleared by doctor & strange enough but im feelin happy tt im able to go back work.. lol