Susan and Raymond have created a wonderful little retreat and spa on Royder Rd (on the right side just before you get to the turn for 7F) called The Nest.

was invited to The Nest’s Grand Opening, so I offered to shoot the event for her.

In celebration we share; in each other, we care.

The alpacas were wonderful to meet and to greet!


Even when “stuffed” they have coats all a fluff!

Their coat, when spun, makes dressing for winter fun!

Door prizes galore, from lots of local stores!

Susan is greeting; all about she is fleeting!


Handwriting analysis a popular “psychoanalysis”…

…and the food! oh my! Everything I must try!

Susan, a great hostess, didn’t forget! She gave favors to all of the guests

A firepit was built in memory of one…

…and our weatherman, Bob French, a few songs he had sung.

A spa blessing like none that you’ve ever seen…

…and the firepit dedication was a tear-jerking scene!

Of course, it’s not a party until something gets broken


New friends to love, and a bond that’s unspoken

It all come packaged in this place truly blessed


This woman and her hero? They offer The Nest!

Congratulations, Susan and Raymond. I can’t wait to come get a massage!

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With only one day of warning…

We ran into our friend, Liz Yilatilo, who was getting ready for her official
sideshow creative Chamber of Commerce Ribbon Cutting!
I was able to take a long lunch to attend this event for our friend.

sideshow creative is a creative consulting firm specializing in events.
When you don’t know what the next step is, Liz will!

Congratulations to Liz and her entire sideshow of creatives!

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As You Wish is now a Premium member of the Brazos Independent Business Alliance (BIBA) also known as Buy Brazos.

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I just got my letter for this year’s Texas School. I got my first choice of classes: Bry Cox from Salt Lake City, Utah. I got to see a preview of him and his work last year and found his ideas truly fresh and innovative.

I can’t wait for school!

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Bridal Association of the Brazos Valley

Save the Date:

“Bridal Show and Benefit” ™

January 27th
11am-4pm
Reed Arena at Texas A&M

tickets: $15 online at

http://ido-ido.org/

or $20 at the door.

benefits the Brazos Valley Branch of the American Red Cross

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Spring “Bridal Show and Benefit” ™
January 27, 2008
11:00am-4pm
Reed Arena (on the Texas A&M campus)

http://ido-ido.org/

Plan your wedding in one afternoon.

Beverages . Cakes and Desserts . Catering . Consultants and Coordinators . Dance Lessons . Dress and Fashions . Entertainment . Favors . Financial Services . Florists and Décor . Gifts and Registries . Health and Beauty . House and Home . Invitations and Calligraphy . Jewelry . Lodging . Party Rentals . Photography . Reception and Ceremony Venues . Rehearsal Dinners and Bridal Showers . Specialty Services . Transportation . Travel and Honeymoons . Tuxedo and Men’s Attire . Videography

benefits the Brazos Valley Branch of the American Red Cross
(safety first: no strollers)

http://ido-ido.org/

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I received som fabulous news today. I’m so honored by the request and the cause! I’ll post more soon.

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Brazos Valley Bride, a publication of Bryan Broadcasting, is the official magazine (and program) of the First Annual Fall “Bridal Show and Benefit” hosted by the Bridal Association of the Brazos Valley, which benefits the Brazos Food Bank. Special thanks to Heather Moutray for her energies and diligence in getting this magazine to print and Carl Orozco for putting up with all the wedding vendors and their ads.

Look for in the Photographer’s Showcase section.

Congratulations to Tim J Harris Photography from Lynn Grove for landing the cover shot. Congratulations to Michael Bobinski of Bluefish Photography in College Station for a lovely fashion shoot in historic downtown Bryan.

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Tonight’s RefreshBCS(.org) meeting at the Varisco building in historic downtown Bryan (and new home to the Creative Space) was a HUGE hit!
About 150 people attended to hear a speaker from Google.

huge turnout

Roby Fitzhenry (of 372Media) and Cody Marx Bailey co-hosted the event on behalf of RefreshBCS
SquareOne and 372Media(.com) provided an excellent meal.

Molly (of SquareOne) served everyone with a smile.

provided some gratis photography of the event. You can see all the photos in an online gallery.
Google has some amazing products for all types of consumers and all sizes of businesses. Their vision for how the Internet should be and how it should be intertwined with our own machines is amazing. I can’t wait to see what they come up with, next.

Google was kind enough to send a presenter!

Bonus was getting to see so many of our friends: Dennis, Jessica, Mike & Tom, Glen & Michael, Roby, Molly & Travis, Cody, Brad, several aquaintances, and make new ones, too! (Hi, Lauren!)

Kudos Refresh! What an amazing opportunity! What a great event!

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The following list of vendors are some we have worked with and found their products and services to be top notch. We give them our personal recommendation.

As always, we strongly encourage the use of vendors who are members of the Bridal Association of the Brazos Valley and respective local/state/national professional organizations.

Jeweler:

• Montelongo’s Fine Jewelry

Attire:

• Seamstress Paula, contact Lori for a referral
• Bea’s Alterations, on Harvey Rd in College Station
• Special Occasions in Brenham, Texas
• Men’s Warehouse
• Villa Maria dry cleaners in Bryan, Texas
  • be sure dresses are only spot treated until after the wedding;
    full cleanings “break in” the fabric and make the dress hang differently

Salons:

• Allure Salon
• Riviera Day Spa
• Zydeco Salon

Ceremony Venues:

• The Varisco, 979.393.9016
• 7F Lodge, 979 690 0073

Music:

• Classical Guitar, Jonathan Cook, 979 229 7875
• Jirongye’s Harp & Piano Studio, 979.764.7698

Florists:

• Nan’s Blossom Shop, 979 822 1658
• Bliss Flower Studio, blissflowerstudio.com, 979 777 5624

Transportation:

• Hidden Oasis Carriage Company, 979.778.3688

Reception Venues:

• Briarcrest Country Club, 979 776 0133
• The Veranda, 979.731.8155
• Caffé Capri, 979.822.2675

Rentals:

• Details, 979.693.4870, info@detailseventrental.com

Bartending:

• Margarita Man, 979 779 1652
• J.J.’s Package Stores, 979 693 2627

DJs:

• Absolute Entertainment, 979 575 0142
• Freddie Hatfield, 979 220 7302
• Tom Niehaus, 979 697 6994
• Tom Byer

Planning & Coordination:

• Weddings, Etc., 979 779 4875

Hotel:

• LaSalle Hotel, 979 822 2000

Bachelorette Parties:

• Sheila Kelly’s S Factor
• Passion Parties

Travel:

• Noel’s Travel

Realtor:

• Linda Stribling, Century 21, 979 575 0580
• Jordan Gilbreath, Keller Williams Brazos Valley, jordangilbreath@gmail.com, 979.220.2973

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Bridal Association of the Brazos Valley

Save the Date:
Our first annual
Fall “Bridal Show and Benefit” ™
is
September 16th
at
Pebble Creek Country Club.
This event is reception-inspired and will feature an intimate gathering of local wedding vendors. Best of all, it supports the Brazos Valley Food Bank.

http://ido-ido.org/

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As You Wish is closed April 20-28

• April 21, Paris, Texas: Larry Salter memorial golf tournament, held in memory of Lori’s dad
• April 22-27, Texas A&M: Texas Photography School, the largest and best school for professional photographers in the country
• April 27, Sandra & Christopher’s wedding
• April 28, Amanda & Shane’s wedding

We will re-open for business on Mondy, April 30th.

As always, if you need to reach me urgently, call 979 446 0087 and leave a message. I’ll return your call as soon as I can take a break.

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