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I was a New Anchor/Investigative Reporter for 13 years (several small news/talk radio stations, then NBC and FOX TV networks). I quit when it wasn't fun anymore, but I had very successful career. More than two dozen Associated Press Awards, SC Reporter of the Year, Emmy wins and nominations, etc. Now, I sell wine and absolutely LOVE my job. I expect to keep this as my second career until retirement. I work with restaurants, country clubs and bars mostly, as well as some fine wine shops. We have a portfolio of about 4,000 wines and I will taste wines with my customers and help them configure their wine lists. Plus, I get to travel to a lot of different areas of the country and other countries for training at different vineyards, etc,

Quote: Originally Posted by Maura tami, i made tea length invitations for someone else, i could just substitute the seashell graphic for a pineapple one and email it to you if you want. all youd have to do it fill in their personal info PM me your email if you want me to send it to you - its on my home computer though so i wont be able to send it until around 6 pm CST Awesome! I will PM you.

Quote: Originally Posted by Christi I don't know if this is too late, but I came across a hammer bottle opener...HAMMER BOTTLE OPENER I love it! Just ordered it! It should arrive in time! I definitely think I got the best letter for this shower gift idea!!!

I like the Melissa Sweet dresses. More fun and not so formal, and able to be worn again as cocktail dresses. Plus it gives your BM's the most style options.

DH and are are very independent, sometimes too much so. He travels a lot for work, and I work some crazy hours ... so we really don't see each other a lot. We do a lot of things together though, we love to take trips together and just go out with friends together. But we do a lot of things on our own too, and neither of us mind. We talk on the phone probably 2-3 times during the workday just to see how each other's day is going and when we will each be home. DH was in Iraq for 14 months, so we are each used to being apart and being very independent. We just have to make sure that we make time for "us" privately as well.

I've had issues with supplements as well. One was the Womens Weight Smart One A Day. I woul get sick from 5-25 minutes after taking it so I had to stop. My DR said there was just something in it that didn't agree with me. She told me what it likely was but I can't recall. I need to take some prenatals and probably some calcium right now since I'm nursing this darn broken foot.

Oh, I can't wait to see it. I've been a huge Heath Ledger fan and while never big on Batman, can only imagine how phenomenal this one is. We were going to go tonight after dinner for part of my b-day, but I decided we should wait til next week or a weeknight in hopes of not such a crowded/sold-out theatre.

Oh great job! They turned out fabulous and isn't it a great feeling to have done them DIY, even with the hiccups? :-)

Quote: Originally Posted by Cherielee hey...just wondering if you have seen any of my requests? from previous emails and if i am rushing you...sorry in advance...lol...thanks for everything!! No problem! I'm getting caught up on things today ... finally! Quote: Originally Posted by Minde Ok, can you save me an hour of reading and tell us if anything is left? Sure, once I get caught up, which I'm working on today! :-)

Quote: Originally Posted by starchild Ooh that sounds like a fun time and great location to work with. I know time is short....what about making a black and white pineapple monogram with their initials and using it for decor? Maybe pick one color to go with it and use great suggestions! Oh great ideas! I'm going to have her get together some pics of the two of them for sure! She is catering it through the Country Club. I'll mention the pineapple upside-down cake too! Keep 'em coming!!!

Quote: Originally Posted by amesharpe This is an interesting post because I was just in the liquor store on Tuesday buying wine (santa margherita pinot grigio) my standard and I'm totally bored with it. So I picked up a Chenin Blanc. I loved it, so light and crisp. I think I found my new fav wine. But this post is great for suggestions. The wine dept at the store can be very intimidating if you have zero knowledge about wine. If you are bored w/ S Margherita, try San Angelo Pinot Grigio ($12.49 in our local stores). It's an unbelieveable quality wine for a great price.

Laura those pics are so great and you and Robin are just radiating love and happiness! Absolutely adore l'il Rayden and his outfit. Your cake is to die for and I just love how you look walking with that kickin' parasol!!!

Quote: Originally Posted by Alyssa My absolute favorite white wine on the planet is Mer Soleil - it is a Chardonnay from CA - it is SO GOOD!!!!!!!! Mer Soleil Chardonnay 2004 winemaker's notes: Initial aromas of the ripe apple/pear/grape combination inherent in Chardonnay quickly evolve into rich scents of mango, pineapple, lemon, butterscotch and subtle smoke. Explosive flavors—tropical fruits and spices with a balancing layer of zesty citrus from the mid-palate on through to the extended finish. Seems to fill every corner of the mouth. If you want to splurge (although it's not much more) try the Mer Soleil SILVER. Quote: Originally Posted by NewOrleansbride I rarely drink white wine (it's too sweet for me), but my favorite cheap Merlots and Cabernets are Bogle and Smoking Loon. You can't beat the price and I think they are great tasting! And Coppola makes a fantastic wine all around. I'm a big fan of California wines (can you tell ). I used to be huge on Australian and South African wines, but before I knew it I was buying mostly all CA wines. Only certain white wines are sweet, like Rieslings, etc. There are lots and lots and lots of dry white wines (try a Viognier or an oaked Chardonnay) that won't have the super-fruity or floral aromas, just in case you want to try some more whites! I used to only drink reds, but since I started selling wine for a living, I have obviously learned a lot more and been able to find whites that I love. There are even dry, non-sweet rieslings. Try an Alsace riesling, most of those are on the f=drier side. There is also one called Kuhl Dry that you might like as a "starter" white if you don't like 'em sweet.

Morgan, you amaze me!!!! I haven't even ordered my pro pics yet (but I was waiting for a new laptop so we could pick them w/o being dumped offline continuously, lol). What program did you use for this photobook? I love it and your pics are great!

How cute! I love when animals pose for the camera! Her eyes look so blue in the middle.

Ann, I'm just ssoo glad she is home and healthy and happy! It's crazy that her due date was really just a few days ago! My SIL's baby was born 3 months premature and it was touch-and-go for a long time (almost a year) so it's such great news Gwen got to get home and get settled (despite all the jumping through hoops to get you guys home!).

I got teary-eyed when I saw the look on Andy's face as you walked down the aisle (and when I heard the music since that was my song too!!!) Did your veil come off during the ceremony? It looks like it was there and then gone and then there again at the reception, lol.

Quote: Originally Posted by Christi Our friend's brother works for Whitehall Lane (CA) and we love the chard and merlot...not sure of the retail price since we get it at cost... I'm a champagne freak....love Veuve Clicquot, Perrier Jouet, Moet, Piper Heidsieck...the list goes on and on! I get the Piper in a split quite often when we're out and I want some bubbles!

I just LOVE those pics! Especially the one of "Four Cassies" and the one of that fabulous fire sky! Your photog is absolutely amazing!!!!

Schramsburg is a good, affordable sparkling. Bollinger is even better. California wines: Matanzas Creek, Murphy Goode, Cardinale, Alexander Valley Vineyards, KJ Taylor Peak, ... let me know more about what you like from CA already and I can recommend some others.

Try Sauvignon Republic ... they are amazing Sauvignon Blancs from New Zealand. From Australia, Kim Crawford's line is fabulous, as is the D'Arenburg brand. I could go on and on. lol.

Oh I love them! What a great great setting!!!! I want to go back and do just photo shoots for a week! lol.

Hi ladies, A good friend of mine is planning a 'surprise' wedding reception for she and her husband next month. This is their 2nd marriage so they went to Charleston, SC for a small, quiet wedding ... but she wants to have a small 'reception' type party for them on their anniversary. I'm trying to help her think of ideas and I know she wants pineapples to go along with their initial Charleston wedding 'theme.' They also wore black and white for their ceremony, but I suggested she also add some color to help make the setting 'pop.' It's being held in the one of the small ballrooms and verandas of their country club. Only about 50 people, with Malibu and Pineapple as their signature drink. Any ideas would be great. I want to help make her invites and do any decorating that I can for her. I knew you ladies would be great with ideas. It's going to be August 8, so time is of the essence, which means we can't get crazy, but some simple DIY things I can definitely get done.

Paradisus resorts say there is a deposit, but I was able to have it waived based on the number of rooms we had already reserved through our TA, so my thinking is that most of this will be negotiable based on your plans.

YEAH!!!! How exciting!!!!!