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It's where grooms gather.Groomsvillehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12420464506338542857noreply@blogger.comBlogger3125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-125396844917769282.post-76649483979698352922007-02-13T14:58:00.000-08:002007-02-13T22:10:25.512-08:00Last Minute Valentine's Day Gift Ideas<span style="color: rgb(102, 102, 102);">If you're the type of person that doesn't do their holiday shopping until a few hours before presenting the gift - then you prob</span><span style="color: rgb(102, 102, 102);">ably don't have a V-Day gift for your main girl(s) yet either.<br /><br />Check these out for some last minute ideas:<br /><br />Keep her warm with these awesome scarfs... if she's not into hearts they have skull motifs as well for your kick ass girl. <a href="http://www.lulette.com/">www.lulette.com</a><br /><br /></span><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://bp1.blogger.com/_eysp6aR71jc/RdKhADxtWiI/AAAAAAAAAAM/Q1KhVrC43wY/s1600-h/hearts.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer;" src="http://bp1.blogger.com/_eysp6aR71jc/RdKhADxtWiI/AAAAAAAAAAM/Q1KhVrC43wY/s320/hearts.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5031260756112136738" border="0" /></a><span style="color: rgb(102, 102, 102);"><br />V-Day + Chocolate + Gift = Sex...<br />Why not excite your gorgeous partner with some interesting new tricks: 2007 Position of the Day Engagement Calendar</span><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://bp3.blogger.com/_eysp6aR71jc/RdKk8jxtWkI/AAAAAAAAAAc/ELsvzBWFhEk/s1600-h/sex.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer;" src="http://bp3.blogger.com/_eysp6aR71jc/RdKk8jxtWkI/AAAAAAAAAAc/ELsvzBWFhEk/s320/sex.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5031265094029105730" border="0" /></a><br />You like looking at girls in sexy underwear, your lovely lady likes you looking at her instead instead of the girls in Maxim. So why not put her in sexy lingerie - enter check out <a href="http://www.biigmag.com/sex/06oct-cosabella.php"><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">Cosabella</span></a>.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://bp2.blogger.com/_eysp6aR71jc/RdKnLTxtWlI/AAAAAAAAAAk/pksYzWEnmOQ/s1600-h/slide_cosabella_1.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer;" src="http://bp2.blogger.com/_eysp6aR71jc/RdKnLTxtWlI/AAAAAAAAAAk/pksYzWEnmOQ/s320/slide_cosabella_1.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5031267546455431762" border="0" /></a><span style="color: rgb(102, 102, 102);">Good luck and Happy Valentine's Day.</span><br /><span style="color: rgb(102, 102, 102);"><br /></span>Groomsvillehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12420464506338542857noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-125396844917769282.post-1331482630904608572007-02-10T20:13:00.000-08:002007-02-12T15:56:32.464-08:00How To Hire A DJ For Your Wedding<span style=";font-family:Arial;font-size:100%;color:black;" ><span style="font-family:georgia;">Know what questions to ask before hiring a DJ for the most important day of your life, your wedding.</span><o:p></o:p></span> <p style="color: rgb(102, 102, 102);font-family:georgia;"><span style="font-size:100%;">Hiring music entertainment can arguably be the most important booking made for your wedding.<span style=""> </span>Guests remember whether or not they had fun at your wedding.<span style=""> </span>What you pay for is what you get is a good rule of thumb.<span style=""> </span>However, I would like to educate the consumer, future brides and grooms, of how to hire a DJ and things to consider.<span style=""> </span>The following are 9 important factors to consider when hiring a disc jockey before you sign the contract.<o:p></o:p></span></p> <p style="color: rgb(102, 102, 102);font-family:georgia;"><span style="font-size:100%;">Who would be the DJ for your occasion? Many DJ companies are a multi-system operation. Be sure to have in writing of who your DJ will be at your event. I would recommend meeting your DJ before hiring the company at a neutral place, like a restaurant. <o:p></o:p></span></p> <p style="color: rgb(102, 102, 102);font-family:georgia;"><span style="font-size:100%;">How many years experience does your DJ have with your type of function? Anyone can pretend to be a DJ. If you are having a formal event, does your DJ know how to organize a wedding reception or a grand entrance?<span style=""> </span>The DJ should perform the type of show that you want!<span style=""> </span><o:p></o:p></span></p> <p style="color: rgb(102, 102, 102);font-family:georgia;"><span style="font-size:100%;">Does the DJ get everyone involved dancing or do they just play music? You have to ask yourself if you want a DJ that will get everyone dancing? For example, will the DJ involve guests by playing and conducting motivational dances like the Chicken Dance, Hokey Pokey, and Cha Cha Slide or just play music?<o:p></o:p></span></p> <p style="color: rgb(102, 102, 102);font-family:georgia;"><span style="font-size:100%;">Will the DJ be dressed appropriately? Formal means tuxedo or dress. Semi-formal means dress pants, shirt & tie or slacks and blouse.<span style=""> </span>Casual means polo shirt or company shirt. Be sure the DJ is dressed appropriately during set-up and takedown of equipment. Some guests do arrive early and stay late.<span style=""> </span><o:p></o:p></span></p> <p style="color: rgb(102, 102, 102);font-family:georgia;"><span style="font-size:100%;">What is the DJ's fee? How much is overtime? Is a tip included in the fee? Will there be an extra charge for lighting-what does the lighting include? How much is travel to your location? Are you ONLY paying for the time the DJ performs?<span style=""> </span><o:p></o:p></span></p> <p style="color: rgb(102, 102, 102);font-family:georgia;"><span style="font-size:100%;">Does the DJ include a contract? Be sure to have all details of your function in writing. The DJ must know the date, place, and time! You must know each other's names and phone numbers including the </span><span style="font-size:100%;"><st1:stockticker>DAY</st1:stockticker></span><span style="font-size:100%;"> of the occasion.<span style=""> </span><o:p></o:p></span></p> <p style="color: rgb(102, 102, 102);font-family:georgia;"><span style="font-size:100%;">Is the DJ company professional? This may sound silly, but does the DJ have insurance?<span style=""> </span>Accidents do happen. It's better to be prepared. Also, is the DJ a member of a national DJ association like ADJA or NAME? If they are, then they care about what they do and are a better chance of being professional.<span style=""> </span><o:p></o:p></span></p> <p style="color: rgb(102, 102, 102);font-family:georgia;"><span style="font-size:100%;">What kind of equipment does the DJ use? Typically, if a DJ is using a brand of equipment you can buy at your local retail store, then that's what you will get. Excellent brand names include: </span><span style="font-size:100%;"><st1:stockticker>JBL</st1:stockticker></span><span style="font-size:100%;">, Community, Gemini, </span><span style="font-size:100%;"><st1:stockticker>QSC</st1:stockticker></span><span style="font-size:100%;">, Crown, etc.<span style=""> </span>Always, and I mean always, ask if the DJ has back-up equipment WITH them for your function. Also, be sure the DJ brings the right amount of sound for the number of guests expected.<span style=""> </span><o:p></o:p></span></p> <p style="color: rgb(102, 102, 102);font-family:georgia;"><span style="font-size:100%;">What music do you play? How many music selections will the DJ have WITH them? Be sure your DJ takes requests before and during your function. Also, give them a guideline of what you want played. However, this is what the DJ is paid to do. Don't limit the DJ by saying you want all of one kind of music or a list of 100 songs they must play. The best scenario is to play any type of music that gets people dancing and having fun. By the way, it should be understood the DJ does not play any offensive music.<o:p></o:p></span></p> <p style="color: rgb(102, 102, 102);font-family:georgia;" class="MsoBodyText"><span style="font-size:100%;">About The Author: </span><span style="font-size:100%;">Matt Campbell is the owner and Webmaster for WeddingsMuseum.com.<span style=""> </span>WeddingsMuseum.com is a place to plan, book and rate your wedding day.<span style=""> </span>You can email him at matt@weddingmuseum.com or visit http://www.weddingsmuseum.com.<o:p></o:p></span></p>Groomsvillehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12420464506338542857noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-125396844917769282.post-54793616926125141402007-02-09T12:08:00.000-08:002007-02-12T15:52:02.699-08:00Watch For The Four C's When Buying DiamondsOf all the precious stones in the world, the diamond is certainly the most popular. You've seen it worn by royalties and celebrities, but it's also available to every me and you.<br /><br />Its toughness and beauty have been known and praised since ancient times. The actual word "diamond" comes from the old Greek "adamas", which means "unconquerable".<br /><br />The decision to purchase a diamond is a rather important one. To the Romans, diamonds were falling stars that tipped the arrow of Eros, the God of love. This meant that those who wore them would be filled with love and spread feelings of happiness around them.<br /><br />Whether or not the belief was based on real facts, diamonds seem to have some form of energy around them, and you should pay special attention when choosing one.<br />The Four C's<br /><br />Assessing the Four C's is a method that helps us see the true value of a stone we're about to purchase. Used mainly by professional jewelers, it's still very simple to be applied even by an untrained eye.<br />So What Are The Four C's?<br /><br />They are Cut, Color, Clarity and Carat.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">The Cut...</span><br /><br />... is considered by many jewelers as the most important of a diamond's properties.<br /><br />Depending on how well it is made, it determines how well it reflects light. Professionals strive to make the cut as precise as geometrically possible so that it will reflect more light. If the cut is too shallow, light escapes out the sides and the diamond loses brilliance. If the cut is too deep, light is lost out the bottom and the diamond appears dark or dull.<br /><br />Therefore, a bright shining diamond, with a symmetrical appearance is a definite sign that the cut is of high quality.<span style="font-weight: bold;"><br /><br />Color<br /><br /></span>Despite the common belief, not all diamonds are white or colorless. In fact, most diamonds you will find have slight tones of yellow, brown or blue.<br /><br />There is an actual scale you can use to get a beautiful diamond at a reasonable price. It covers all leathers from D to Z.<br /><br />D to F are colorless diamonds. These are the rarest and of course, the most expensive. Unless you have a huge pocket, look for stones in the range of...<br /><br />G to I. These ones offer excellent value and they have a light blue color.<br /><br />Stones graded above K can still be lovely if they have a great Cut and ...<span style="font-weight: bold;"><br /><br />Clarity...<br /></span><br />... refers to the number of imperfections in the stone. Absolutely perfect diamonds are extremely rare.<br /><br />So the value of the crystal is deeply influenced by the number of "Inclusions" or "Blemishes".<br /><br />There is also a more complicated scale to rate the perfection of a Diamond, but I won't bore you with it.<br /><br />Just watch for diamonds rated "I", which have imperfections that may be visible with the naked eye. The other grades aren't important because when mounted in jewelry, the slight imperfections become invisible.<span style="font-weight: bold;"><br /><br />Carat<br /><br /></span>This is generally the only property people follow when purchasing diamonds.<br /><br />The carat is the measurement unit for a diamond's weight. One carat weighs 200 miligrams, or 1/5 of a gram. Each carat is divided into 100 points.<br /><br />The bigger the crystal, the more carats is has and the bigger the price.<br /><br />Don't be tempted to say the bigger the better. Ultimately, you want a diamond that has a balance between the Four C's.<br /><br />With this kind of knowledge, you are now ready to start searching for the greatest gift you could ever think of. So wait no longer. I guarantee that you'll be satisfied with the jewel you'll choose.<br /><br />-Eugen Lisov<br /><br />Also check out <a href="http://www.biigmag.com/style/06apr-rings-simong.php">http://www.biigmag.com/style/06apr-rings-simong.php<br /></a>Groomsvillehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12420464506338542857noreply@blogger.com0