When Sharhonda Jones married Boyz II Men Crooner Shawn Stockman she said no to a great genius like Mendelssohn Yes To Her Manand yes to her man, with Boyz II Men’s “I Do.” She lip synched along – “Do I promise you . . . “- as she glided up the aisle in her custom [...]
We don’t all boast the most fascinating sense of rhythm, but we all, as Ntozake Shane says, have a sound track to our lives. Music is deep calling to deep. Music moods us, from edgy to ecstatic. Adherents of the Mozart Effect ® maintain that some sounds can strengthen our mental muscle and even heal. [...]
I have witnessed countless girlfriends turned bridesmaids participate in many celebrations of love wearing ‘cookie-cutter’ catalogue dresses finished with the traditional pave of flowers. So today, I am speaking up for all of the bridesmaids that are begging for a fresh spin on their accessories. I say, don’t let a florist buffalo you into run-of-the-mill [...]
Designing Michelle and Juan’s celebration on that aired on Saturday, July 11th was one of my favorites this season. They wanted a multi-cultural celebration that honored both of their backgrounds so I decided to go with a Mexican influence for the reception with touches of eclectic elements. I will admit that not everyone understood my [...]
In celebration of my birthday today, I have chosen a topic that brings me immense joy and a few lessons I’ve learned from my friend and mentor the great Walter Hubert of Silver Birches. Flowers are smiles, thank-yous, lush kisses. Like mountaintops and birdsong they inspire reflection on creation. To borrow from Zora Neale Hurston, [...]
