This past Saturday more than 35,000 people descended upon Nashville with the intent of running the Country Music Marathon.  It is an amazing event and while I did not participate this year I tagged along with my Dad, John, and our friend Ira who all ran the full 26.2 miles.  I have to admit, I [...]

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In order for you to make any sense at all out of the photos I’m about to post, you need a little background info.  I’m relatively certain that I’ve made it clear that I’m a hoodlum (not to be confused with a hoodrat).  Now before you freak out about that confession (ahhhem, mom), I’m a [...]

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Lori Butler of Your Day, Your Way; photo by Lotus Blossom Photography
As promised, tonight’s Money Saving Monday tip comes from my mom and Nashville Wedding Planner, Lori Butler of Your Day, Your Way.  Lori is a certified wedding coordinator and trained under Nashville Wedding Legend Elaine Parker.  With over 10 years in the wedding industry [...]

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Today was another challenging day in corporate America, but I take comfort in knowing that it’s just a little blip sandwiched in between two great weekends.  Last weekend I was able to spend some more time with Shona in her studio and that was awesome.  This time I got to create a piece of my [...]

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Or at least it felt like it when I got home today!  I love good mail days and today was an excellent mail day.  Not only did I get a beautiful handmade card from a friend (thanks Kitty!), but I got a DVD on lighting that I ordered (thanks for the recommendation Courtney), AND my new lens!! [...]

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