Beach Wedding East Coast

Malibu isn’t just a beach; it’s practically a whole coastline. Stretching for roughly 27 miles, Malibu comprises about a dozen beaches from Decker Rd. (Hwy. 23) in the west, to Topanga Canyon Blvd. in the east. At this part of the California coast, the beaches face mostly rather than west, except for Westward Beach near Pt. Dume.

The Malibu beaches lie along the base of the Santa Monica Mountains, which are so often subjected to the vicious circle of fires, floods and mudslides. The Pacific Coast Highway, or PCH, is squeezed between the beach and the cliffs much of the way. The ocean side is lined with highway hugging houses of the mostly rich and/or famous.

The beaches themselves range from wide and sandy to so narrow that the waterline comes up directly under someone’s deck. Rocky coves and tide pools are also plentiful.

Malibu itself does not have a cohesive downtown section. Restaurants are spread out, as are a few shopping centers sprinkled with chain stores mixed with specialty shops. Residential sections vary from small, crowded beachfront houses to mountaintop mansions.

GETTING TO MALIBU BEACH CALIFORNIA

You can take the I-10 west through Santa Monica, then veer north onto PCH (Hwy 1) as it hits the coast. Keep driving, and you’ll soon be in Malibu.

Alternatively, from Highway 101 in the San Fernando Valley, you can take a 15-20 minute winding drive through the Santa Monica Mountains along Topanga Canyon Blvd., Malibu Canyon Rd. (Los Virgenes exit), Kanan Dume Rd., or Decker Road. All of these drop down into some part of the Malibu coast, with Malibu Canyon Road taking you the closest to the pier, lagoon, Surfrider Beach and shopping areas.

THE MALIBU BEACHES

Starting at the Ventura County line and heading east towards Santa Monica, there’s Leo Carrillo State Beach, which has camping, tide pools, trails and interesting rock formations. Then comes Nicholas Canyon County Beach, where you park on the bluff and hike down to surf or dive.

The next three beaches are scenic coves with more unusual rock formations. El Pescador State Beach at the end of Decker Rd. has a narrow sandy beach and picnic tables on the bluff above. La Piedra State Beach is similar, only further east.

El Matador State Beach is larger, with a larger pay parking lot and a trail and stairway down to the beach. It also has stunning sea stacks, which attract cormorants and other sea birds.

Broad Beach Road goes through a residential neighborhood between Pacific Coast Highway and the beach. there are a couple of beach access points that go between the houses. You can enjoy the beach at the end of the path or steps, but be careful not to trespass onto private property.

In marked contrast, Zuma Beach County Park is a wide sandy beach with lots of facilities, including restrooms, showers, dressing rooms, snack stands, volleyball, swings and a large pay parking lot.

Point Dume State Beach is next to the Point Dume Headlands, which has some trails. The beach has tide pools and sandstone cliffs. Westward Beach is the section towards the Point, which faces west.

Paradise Cove is a small but lovely beach with expensive parking. No surfing is allowed. Escondido Beach can be found near Malibu Cove Colony Drive. The access point is next to a blue and white trash can. This is a diving spot. Corral State Beach/Solstice Beach is a narrow sandy beach with street parking.

Where Malibu Road veers off PCH through another neighborhood, there are several public stairways next to telltale blue and white trash cans. These paths or stairways go between private homes, so take care not to disturb the residents or trespass. Once on the beach, you must stay a certain distance away from the rear of the houses; below the high tide line should be safe enough.

Malibu Bluffs County Park is off of Pacific Coast Highway, at the end of Malibu Canyon Road, across from Pepperdine University. While not a beach itself, you can park there, use the restrooms and hike down a one and a half mile trail down through the bluffs with magnificent views to Malibu Road and the beach access points mentioned previously. Exhilarating! (But don’t forget you have to hike back

up later.)

Malibu Lagoon State Beach bears an estuary, the Malibu Lagoon, the historic Adamson House and museum, the Malibu Pier, and popular Surfrider Beach which has great waves for surfing.

East of the pier along PCH, are more public stairways to the beach between houses, marked by the blue and white trash cans. Las Tunas State Beach is narrow, sandy and rocky in places. Be careful of rusted metal groins under the water if you swim there.

Topanga State Beach lies at the end of Topanga Canyon Boulevard. It is a narrow sandy beach with rocky parts. There is a pay parking lot, but people also park up along Topanga Canyon Boulevard.

Malibu is a beautiful place to visit and is sure to have a beach to suit just about everyone.

Laura Eggers operates the website http://www.southern-california-beaches-vacation-guide.com, which offers visitors a plethora of information about the different beach areas to help with planning their beach vacation in sunny Southern California.

what are some good places that have wedding packages on the beach that are on the east coast?

That include pictures also.

east coast is pretty expansive

try googling for wedding packages in

Atlantic City
Virginia Beach
St. Augustine, FL

I have done some looking at the last two and hear they are great

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In the past, getting married was a much simpler affair. Having to decide about whether you want a wedding ceremony and accommodation package or an intimate wedding for two just didn’t come into it. Traditionally, brides got married in their hometown. These days you can get married on board a cruise ship the choice on offer is so diverse!

Wedding packages are a great way to host your special day for family and friends and build in the feeling that you are “getting away” from it all. There are so many different types of wedding packages to choose you will probably find it really hard to choose. The majority of packages are fairly standard in price which will normally be inclusive of the wedding ceremony, reception, catering and accommodation.

Your first task is to decide on where to host your wedding. Here are some useful tips. Try and stick to your overall budget and keep in mind the affordability of the destination for your guests. You want to be able to share your special day with all of your family and friends so don’t go overboard.

At the other end of the spectrum is the intimate wedding for two. Very often a large number of venues will cater for very small parties of just two people and witnesses. Popular locations are castles, manor houses and beach settings. Large tour operators also offer intimate wedding holidays for two people if you need to try and keep costs down.

Conclusion

When it comes to getting married these days you have the world at your feet. Do your research first before you commit to anything and if at all possible network with other people who have already gone through the experience, to find a recommended service provider.

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You want to have an outdoor wedding ceremony and reception, to use the fresh beauty of nature as the backdrop for your event, rather than some stuffy banquet room…

Perhaps you want to have more of a “simple” feel to your wedding, or maybe you want to take advantage of some spectacular local scenery. Or maybe you just think it will be great fun to have an outdoor wedding in your parent’s backyard!

Whatever the case, there are a few considerations you need to think about…

The weather!

Of course, the weather is the “biggy” for an outdoor wedding. If you live in an area that experiences inclement weather, you will definitely need to have a back-up option. This means either renting tents or having an indoor option that you could move to at the last minute.

The temperature

If your outdoor wedding will involve celebrating into the night, you will need to consider how chilly the evening air will be for your guests. If you’re worried about the temperature at your outdoor wedding, make sure to tell guests to bring a wrap or jacket. You can also rent heat lamps or even fire pits, depending on the style of your wedding.

On the other hand, if your outdoor wedding will take place during a particularly warm time of year, you may want to consider ways of keeping your guests cool. Make sure there is some sort of shade available for guests on a hot day – whether it’s from trees, tents, or umbrellas!

The ground beneath your feet!

One consideration that couples often overlook when planning an outdoor wedding is the ground. If the ground is gravelled, uneven, or moist lawn (into which high heels can sink!), women will have trouble walking in their high heels. In consideration of your guests, young and old, think about whether the ground is easily navigable in formal wear.

PLUS, if you’re setting up chairs on uneven ground or moist lawn, you’ll have to watch out for wobbly seating!

Dancing

On a similar note, you may need to consider renting a dance floor for an outdoor wedding. Uneven ground, moist lawns, or gravelly, rocky terrain are tough to dance on. Your friends and relatives – especially the elderly ones – will appreciate some attention to the dance floor!

Direction of the sun

If your outdoor wedding will include a ceremony under the noon day sun; saying your vows in the late afternoon; or champagne toasts over speeches at sunset, think for a moment about how the sun will shine on your guests. If guests need to stare into the glare of the sun to try to make out the bride & groom’s silhouettes, you may want to rethink the timing or positioning of the different elements of your event.

Bugs!

Now here’s a topic that doesn’t spring quickly to mind when you’re planning your romantic outdoor wedding in a beautiful natural setting… BUGS! All too many summer evening wedding receptions are plagued by pesky mosquitoes; some parts of the world have an even worse time of it with black flies, wasps, and other nasty critters.

So what can you do to prevent a buggy invasion on your special day? Well, dotting a few citronella candles here and there can’t hurt. Discreetly placing a bottle of bug spray behind a the centrepiece on each table isn’t a bad idea, either! Another great way to keep the bugs at bay during your outdoor wedding is to strategically place a few fans at the perimeter of your reception seating to blow those bugs away.

The unexpected

When you’re having an outdoor wedding, one thing you’ll definitely have to expect is… the unexpected!

Unexpected heat: Will your wedding cake melt in the noonday sun? Will your grandmother get heat stroke?

Unexpected noise: Will a city parade, jet plane air show, traffic jam, or neighbourhood game of kickball create unexpected noise at your event? Ask your neighbours to refrain from using their leaf blowers during your ceremony; consider dropping off event notices around the neighbourhood asking people to respect your event.

Unexpected bad weather: What will you do if the wind picks up and starts blowing everything away? What if a massive thunder and lightning storm decides to roll in just as everyone is sitting down to dinner?

When you have an outdoor wedding, you simply have to be a little more prepared than you would for an indoor event. But it can certainly be worth it! A beautiful garden, a sandy beach, the backyard of a childhood home… all of these outdoor wedding locations can be meaningful, romantic, and spectacularly beautiful.

Of course, another great option is to find a wedding venue that offers an outdoor space – plus an indoor reception area that can be used as your back-up option. Some wedding venues will even set up tents and take care of all the outdoor wedding details FOR you!

If you’re looking for more information about outdoor weddings in Vancouver and the Lower Mainland, go to http://www.myperfectwedding.ca for a list of over 150 venues offering a wide variety of indoor and outdoor wedding options.

Liberty Craig is one of the owners of http://www.MyPerfectWedding.ca — a wedding resource guide with reviews, photos, and in-depth critiques of over 150 wedding and reception venues in Vancouver and the Lower Mainland.

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Honeymoon tips for all inclusive honeymoon packages

Here are some Honeymoon tips to help you choose between all inclusive honeymoon packages. Arguably one of the most flexible options for all inclusive honeymoon packages is cruises. Your cruise option may offer several days at sea combined with 3-4 days at various ports or resorts. There are special romance packages especially for honeymoon couples, some with spa days, special treatment due to your newlywed status and even “extras” in your cabin such as champagne and roses.

There are many cruise lines to choose from depending on your preferences and required locations. It is important to remember that the transportation to your cruise ship is not always included even with all inclusive honeymoon packages. The excellent food and entertainment helps to deliver a relaxing atmosphere to make your cruise more enjoyable. There is probably something for everybody, such as spas, the casino, and evening cabaret, all this fun will make you happy to relax by the pool in the daytime, when you’re not in port.

Activities when in port are dependent on which cruise line you choose, so study all the available options. So the stress of the wedding is now over, it’s now time to enjoy your long awaited romantic all inclusive honeymoon package. Where you both, as a honeymoon couple, decide to venture depends on personal choice, but the most important aspect is that your honeymoon should have all the elements that you both find romantic, as well as leaving you with everlasting special memories. So when looking for honeymoon, packages consider the all inclusive packages that will help take most of the strain out of planning your wedding.

Choosing all inclusive honeymoon packages may save you both time and money, but many honeymoon couples are under the illusion that all inclusive resorts are only present in the Caribbean, which simply isn’t true. All inclusive honeymoon packages are offered in many locations all around the world, including, the United States.

Phuket offers all inclusive honeymoon packages and is one of Asia’s premier tourist locations and activities include everything from golf to cookery classes all within the beautiful scenery of Thailand. There are various other Asian based all inclusive resorts, located in Indonesia, Japan, and Malaysia.

Fiji Resort in Taveuni – If you’ve ever dreamed of staying on your own private island, Taveuni may offer the best honeymoon package for you.  Located in Fiji, an island to the east of New Zealand, this resort is so exclusive it is said that no more than seventeen couples are allowed on the resort island at any one time. You can pack a picnic lunch to enjoy on your very own secluded honeymoon beach. If you’re travelling from the west coast of the USA or Canada, Fiji is in fact closer than some islands in the Caribbean.

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What are some cheap but very nice honeymoon places?

We’re looking for a place that is remotely private, but with plenty of things to do; such as restaurants, snorkeling, hiking, site seeing, or something! We want something that is tropical and wont kill our budget. We’ve looked at the Caribbean and Hawaii and those are our main interests but haven’t found anything that is really nice at an affordable rate. We would also like to have a long honeymoon so that is why the price is a big issue. I live in Ga. of the US. and he is currently in Japan but we will most likely be having the wedding on Virginia beach.

Hmm, since he lives in japan, I would have said Australia or New Zealand, because it is the most beautiful snorkeling and waterfront in Australia, and landscape in New Zealand. But South Carolina is a very beautiful place, especially the beach houses. There is plenty of beauty there at the beaches and (even though I am not a beach person) I spent all day relaxing and laying on the surf board in the sun because it is just so relaxing. Check here for state parks and stuff to do: http://www2.thingstodo.com/states/SC/index.htm . I like Folley and Myrtle beach in Charleston, though Folley beach houses are more affordable. I think this is the trip you were looking for

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Modern Weddings Are Based Upon Customization

Modern wedding planning trends are based upon “customization.” You will want to first decide upon a theme for your wedding. Consider the following 5 reception themes as a start:

• Garden Weddings
• Country Weddings
• Moroccan weddings
• Asian-Style weddings
• Beach weddings

For garden weddings you might use illustrated seed packets to mark tables, cover a table with cool green moss and decorate with small potted herbs.

Country wedding themes could include serving your guests with hot apple cider with cinnamon sticks during dessert and sending your guests home with gifts of mason jars filled with peach preserves.

Moroccan wedding themes may include filling wicker baskets with fruit pates and exotic candy. Decorate with hanging colored-glass lanterns.

Beach weddings – decorate with fish bowls filled with water and floating candles.

Other ideas for your customized wedding may include:

•Send out your invitations in picture frames
•Have a candlelit dessert reception
•Greet your guests with welcome baskets

Welcome baskets have now become a big part of the wedding weekend. Be creative. Think about what makes your town unique. Gather contents early and order containers. Label each basket with the guests’ names and them a basket in their hotel rooms.
Examples of welcome baskets might include:

•Gourmet baskets filled with wine, cheese, biscuits and a corkscrew
•A beach tote with lip balm, sunscreen, flip flops

Planning a wedding can be one of the most time-consuming and “expensive” tasks there are. One way to help you cut costs is to use easy-to-print wedding invitation kits. These kits usually contain about 25 invitations, 50 fold over note cards and coordinating envelopes and available in several different designs. The kits come with step-by-step easy to follow instructions.

Resources online are Masterpiece Studios, and refer to their etiquette guidelines and product templates to help you create invitations that have proper wording and perfect layouts. They also can provide you with matching bulletins, place cards, programs, and stationery.

The most traditional type of a wedding invitation is:

•A vertically folded sheet today measures 5 1/8″ X 7 ¼” most common, which signals a formal occasion
•The most traditional engraving style in America is English Script. Antique Roman is also very popular.

How about something not so traditional?

Especially for the Indian bride is a new way to announce wedding news online at http://iWedCards.com. This is the first interactive multimedia Indian wedding card experience. The collection features interactive invitations with vibrant designs and stunning animation even with traditional Indian music.

If family and friends live all over the globe, traditional paper cards are not always the easiest, fastest or most cost-effective way to reach those you wish to attend your wedding.

Although the iWedCards.com invitation collection is inspired by Hindu traditions, brides and grooms from any culture looking for something different, something cool, or a new and funky way to announce their upcoming marriage are encouraged to take a look at these magically entertaining cards.

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Bridesmaids gifts for beach wedding?

Hi,
I have 6 bridesmaids for my October beach wedding. I have three shades of blue as my colors and two girls will wear a color. I was thinking of giving pashmina wraps as gifts since it will probably get chilly out. I was wondering what color to get since they will be in three different shades (a light pool blue, a medium tropical blue, and a deeper marine blue). I thought white at first but I think that would look too stark with all the dresses. I also thought about doing a contrasting blue (so the girls wearing light blue would get dark blue wraps) but I am not sure what to do about the medium blue dresses. Help! Maybe someone has a better suggestion for gifts or is good with colors. PS i do not want to get beach totes! Thanks!

Why not a pearl? Pearls and beaches go hand in hand, and they can wear them at the wedding. A single pearl necklace is relatively inexpensive (get a sterling chain if you want to cut costs), and timeless. http://www.asinglepearlnecklace.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/11/single-pearl-necklace-and-pearl-earrings.jpg

As for the blues…I’m not sure of your color theme, but creme may work better than white (it won’t be as stark). Yellow is opposite blue on the color wheel, meaning it compliments blue nicely. You could find shades of yellow or gold that work well with your other colors. Brown and tan will also go with blues, as will the right gray.

If you still want to keep the theme beachy, you can get monogrammed beach towels with your ladies’ initial (first name may be best if they’re not married, as last names are subject to change). They could be blue to match the dress.

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Disney World Resort Parks in Florida: A Magical Family Vacation

Disney World Resort is a great family adventure in Orlando, Florida. It is the largest leisure resort in the world with four theme parks. It is a great way to maximize a family vacation along with magical experiences.

Disney World Resort is located in Orlando, Florida in a 30,000 acre land. It is the principal city of Greorlandoater and the county seat of Orange County. The resort is a perfect vacation spot for the family.

Disney World Resort is divided into four theme parks such as the The Magic Kingdom, Disney MGM Studios, Epcot and Disney’s Animal Kingdom.

The Magic Kingdom is the first park that was built at the resort. It was opened on October 1, 1971. There were 17 million visitors counted in 2007 making it as the most visited theme park. The park was designed by WED Enterprises similar to Disneyland Park in California. It is the only park in Disney World Resort that has 2 hotels inside, the Disney Contemporary Resort and Disney’s Polynesian Resort.

Families can also experience a replica of a real studio at Disney Hollywood Studios. It is another theme park represented by a sorcerer’s hat. It lies on a 135 acres land size which showcases a theme of the drawing inspiration from Hollywood heyday in 1930′s and 1940′s. It was opened on May 1, 1989 with approximately 9.51 million guests, ranking it as the fourth-most visited park in US.

The Magic Kingdom consists of six themed areas just like in a real motion picture studio. Attractions include the Echo Lake, Animation Courtyard, Pixar, Streets of America and Sunset Boulevard. Other places to see are the Great Movie Ride, The American Idol Experience and the A.T.A.S. Hall of Fame Plaza.

Another theme park in Walt Disney World Resort is Epcot. It is dedicated to the technological innovation and international culture. The park was opened on October 1, 1982. Epcot hosted about 10.93 million visitors making it as third most-visited in US and sixth in the world. It was also named as EPCOT Center in 1994. Epcot contains tunnels underneath the buildings that include the Electric Umbrella, Innovations East, Innovations West, Mousegear, Club Cool and the Fountain View Ice Cream.

Families can stroll at the grassy landscape of Epcot. It also has lots of waters and trees. Epcot has two sections namely the Future World and the World Showcase. The Future World consists of many pavilions showcasing the innovative aspects of application technology. Thus, Worlds Showcase contains pavilions that represent the eleven countries. It contains representative restaurants and shops staffed by the countries citizens. World Showcase also has a 1.2 miles man-made lagoon.

Epcot also hosted a number of special events. People can participate with the Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival, The Epcot International Food and Wine Festival and the Holidays around the World.
Most kids love to visit the fourth theme park, the Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Over 9.49 million guests visited the place ranking it as the fifth-most visited in US and eight in the world. It was themed for the animal conservation with seven themed areas. This includes the Oasis (paths to Discovery Island), Camp Minnie-Mickey, Discovery Land (home of The Tree of Life), Africa (animal adventures), Rafiki’s Planet Watch, Asia (featuring a fictional village and mountains) and the DinoLand U.S.A.

The Disney Animal Kingdom also contains three table service restaurants for the family’s hungry appetite. Guests can choose from the wide range of cuisines from the Rainforest Café, Yak and Yeti and the Tusker House.
Other Disney World Resort attractions are the Blizzard Beach, Disney’s BoardWalk, Typhoon Lagoon, Disney’s Wedding Pavilion, Walt Disney World Speedway (Richard Petty Driving Experience) and Disney’s Wide World of Sports Complex.

A full day of strolling around the Disney Resort is a very tiring activity. Many hotel chains and restaurants are available around these parks. Comfortable accommodations offer a magical touch to every family who loves an unforgettable and fantastic journey.

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Good restaurants on the beach in Orange County or Long Beach?

What are some good restaurants on the beach in Orange County?

Long Beach – Clair’s at the Museum is gorgeous.
McKenna’s on the bay – on Alamitos Bay; not the beach
Buster’s Beach House – on Alamitos Bay; not the beach

North OC:
Huntington Beach = Duke’s and place underneither Duke’s I can’t think of the name of
Sunset Beach = Don the Beachcomer; on Huntington Harbor not the beach

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5 Great Gift Ideas for the Australian Man

For the sporty Australian man who loves wide open spaces and beaches, and cricket, a little bit of attention during gift-selection will pay off handsomely. The various occasions for giving gifts to the happy-go-lucky Australian man are Father’s Day, Birthday, Anniversary, and Wedding.

Ways to brighten His summer day!

For his normal Summer day, he would need a nice swim wear, a bait-casting reel for fishing, and a high-quality water-resistant sports watch. A cricket bat with the signature of Ricky Ponting would make the gift set complete for the young cricket loving adult male.

Tell Him how cool a dad He is!

Yes, that is the message you should convey to him on Father’s Day. A cordless electric shaver would ensure a perfect shave. An exquisite perfume spray would contribute significantly to that total ‘well-groomedness’. When he takes a pen out of that fabulous set of Parker pens to put a signature, he would leave a mark on the onlookers. Finally, the day would end on a calm note with a few ounces of his favourite alcoholic beverage measured out in this unique liquor dispenser.

Dazzle Him on his birthday

A Men’s sports watch and a grooming pack consisting of perfume and aftershave are splendid gift ideas for the carefree and fun-loving Australian man. Some men love music and would appreciate it tremendously as a birthday gift. A CD set of Pavarotti’s music would be a fantastic gift.

Make Him look forward to the next anniversary day

Make him feel special by gifting him with the most enchanting anniversary gifts. For instance, this gift hamper containing beer, crackers, chocolates, and other goodies, is simply marvellous! A Casio watch would ensure great fun in the beach and a hammock would be one of the best ways to make sure that the gentleman has a relaxing time in his backyard.

Creative gift ideas for the wedding day

A juice extractor would be appreciated as a very good wedding gift by the modern Australian man, who tends to give more importance to good health than to the traditional notions about the givers and recipients of wedding gifts! You could also consider gifting him with picture frames to display the special moments of the wedding day, a spice rack for the gourmets among men, and scintillating music!

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Jobin is an editor and a gift expert at Giftsnideas.com, an ecommerce website catering to gift items and gift ideas for different cultures and different occasions. Recently the website has started delivering gifts to Australia and it is looking forward to rendering great service to its Australian customers.

DIY Birthday Gift Ideas….?

Your help would be very appreciated! A little over a year ago, my cousin moved in with me. My family and I really helped her out, and a month ago she left to move back to her home town. I really want to make her something for her birthday that she will actually use and like! I love anything DIY because I really enjoy crafts and love to be creative. She’s 22, her favorite color is green, and she lives near the beach. (She’s lived there her entire life, so really, the beach isn’t that special to her.. so it’d be kinda weird to have a lot of suggestions about the beach.) I just really wanted to know if any of you knew any, not good, but GREAT websites for DIY crafts. I really like mydiyweddingday.com, but unfortunately, I’m not planning a wedding here! I have a month to make whatever it is, too, because her birthday is early August.. and I’m sending it, probably, around August 1, so it will be there by her birthday!
Thank you all for your help!

I’m merely listing a few sites you could try. I’m sure when you browse through them, you will find something interesting & worth making. Most are recycled crafts, hence fairly inexpensive, while being innovative.
www.hgtv.com —-Go to the Trash To Treasure section. Great ideas there.
www.eco-artware.com/crafts/archiv…
www.brighthub.com/environment/gre…
www.make-stuff.com/recycling/
www.thriftyfun.com/Craft%20Tips_R…

http://holidays.kaboose.com/earth-day/

www.ecoist.com
things to make out of recycled materials —

http://search.yahoo.com/search?p=things%20to%20make%20out%20of%20recycled%20materials

www.craftster.org

Rolled Magazine Frames

http://www.homemadesimple.com/en_US/homemavens.do?contentId=sep08

http://www.homeqn.com/entry/remodelista-interesting-home-dcor-stuff-made-from-recycled-magazines/ — plenty of interesting ideas !

http://www.homeqn.com/entry/recyled-books-reborn-into-beautiful-pots/

Since she’s been staying with you for a year, you may have some photographs & other memorabilia & shared memories. Compile them into a scrapbook; have each member of the family contribute & either make a page, or add their thoughts, feelings, etc. in a creative way.
www.papercraftcentral.com/mini-scrapbook-albums.html
http://www.papercraftcentral.com/explosi… — Explosion box. I truly like this, because, besides being a unique method of scrapbooking, you get to place actual items Inside the “album”.
This same site also has “inchies” & “brown paperbag” scrapbooks.
www.creativity-portal.com/howto/a/collage/cubies.html – collage cubies

http://www.diynetwork.com/topics/decoupa… — you could decoupage a photo/collage too on glass,
wood, etc. OR
www.myntra.com/ — create your own jigsaws using the collaged pictures.

http://madamhoe.deviantart.com/art/Flower-Pots-3-40230228 — modular origami flower pots made with advertisement pamphlets ! This is a truly remarkable piece!
This is how you make the little pieces for modular origami : www.wonderhowto.com/how-to/video/how-to-make-origami-polyhedra-215439/

Or, you could knit, sew, crochet, tat, cross-stitch [convert a photograph into a cross-stitch pattern], …..
A few general sites that have tons of crafts :
www.ask.com
www.instructables.com
www.ehow.com
www.wikihow.com
www.marthastewart.com

making candles

http://candle.makingcrafts.net/

www.lonestarcandlesupply.com/cand…

http://candleandsoap.about.com/od/candle…

www.pioneerthinking.com/candles.h…
www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fj7So14KG…

www.scents-of-earth.com – to make my own incense sticks
www.teachsoap.com/mp.html — how to make soap
http://www.essortment.com/lifestyle/simp… — Bath salts

bead work

http://rubyglen.com/craftsbead.htm

http://beadingprojects.com.au/

http://www.completecraft.com.au/projects…

http://www.beadjewelrymaking.com/bead_pr…

http://glassattic.com/ — a virtual encyclopedia on polymer clays, besides a lot of related projects too.

Hope these help
All the very best & have fun
I’m sure Anything you make, will be appreciated considering the thought, time & effort put in

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It is one of the world’s most romantic destinations. Hotel California Guitar TabIt is ideal for lovers and newly weds who are in search of a secluded place. California vacations offer relaxation, adventure and a high level of luxury. From romantic candlelit restaurants to serene and secluded beachfronts, there is something for all lovers to enjoy.

Vacation packages that combine accommodations, outdoor adventure trips, and other recreational activities such as skiing, golfing, horseback riding, river rafting etc attract lovers and couples. Packed with wonderful destinations, San Francisco in California is an apt choice for a romantic getaway. The Fairmont San Francisco, the Ritz-Carlton, Hotel Monaco, Hotel Drisco, Hotel Majestic, and the Huntington Hotel are some of the romantic lodging options in San Francisco.

If you are looking for romantic vacations in Northern California, then the lonely and lovely Mendocino, Bodega Bay, Carmel, Sausalito, Eureka, Sacramento, and Yosemite are the must-see attractions. For couples looking for a perfect romantic lodging, a wide range of lodging options including lodges, inns, resorts and romantic cabins are available to choose from. Griffin House Inn and the Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn and Spa are worth mentioning.

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Blessed with excellent climate and a superb coastline, California offers the best beach vacations for romantic travelers and honeymooners. For those looking for less crowded, exciting, and romantic beaches, the central California coast would be a great choice. Beach vacation activities offered in the central California coastal area include sailing, kayaking, surfing, hiking, beachcombing, and much more.

If you are longing to take a California wine tour, then Napa and Sonoma Valleys are definitely a must. The best time to take a California wine tour is between May and early June or during the fall harvest in September and October. Palm Springs, the desert, and spa vacations near Los Angeles, San Diego are the other romantic locations in California.

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The Final Details – Don’t Forget the Bridal Lingerie!

So it is your big day. Every detail has been scrutinized. No stone left unturned. You’ve spent weeks, maybe even months, going over every single element of your wedding day from the cake, to the flowers and don’t even get me started on the dress. But don’t make the same mistake of thousands of brides each year and stop the planning at the wedding. Let’s face it. Your big day doesn’t end at the wedding ceremony. In fact, the second most important part of your wedding is the wedding night. And on the day when every woman wants to look her most beautiful, it is imperative that you don’t disappoint when the wedding dress comes off.  The wedding night is traditionally one of the most passionate nights of your life, so why wouldn’t you give your lingerie the same attention as the rest of your wedding details?  If you are a bride-to-be, don’t overlook the significance of Bridal Lingerie. Remember, the wedding day is for you, but the wedding night is often the most anticipated event for the groom.

Don’t get me wrong. I understand that one more thing to have to worry about for your wedding is not necessarily good news. But, don’t get discouraged. Today it is easier than ever to shop for women’s lingerie. The good news is there is a whole industry of innerwear specifically created for use on a wedding day. From extra shaping and support that makes you even more beautiful in your bridal gown to lace and silk to amp up the sex appeal on the night of your wedding, there are so many options to make you look memorable in your wedding gown and out of it. Bridal lingerie is widely available and comes in various sizes, colors, and styles so there is definitely something for everyone. “Just like with your wedding dress, you must try it on to find the lingerie style and fit that is right for you. If there is any time to get it right, your wedding night is it. Go with a trusted source in women’s lingerie and make sure what you choose works with your dress,” explains French lingerie expert, Sidney Vallon of West Palm Beach Bridal Lingerie.

According to Vallon, there are three primary forms of Bridal Lingerie: the basque, corset and the bustier. The basque supports the breasts and has suspenders that reduce the region of the abdomen. The corset is best suited if you are planning to wear a strapless bridal gown. Finally, the bustier has a striking resemblance to the bra but is boned and extended to the waist. Vallon says that some of the most popular style choices at well-known lingerie company, West Palm Beach Bridal Lingerie, are the underwire baby doll, satin jacquard corset, soft net chemise, lace long line bustier and satin lace garter belts.

Popular choices aside, when you are choosing the shape and color of your Bridal Lingerie, you must bear in mind that they are largely dependent on the shape of your body as well as your selected bridal gown. For instance, if you have chosen a backless or halter-style bridal gown, you may want to consider an adhesive bra. If your bridal gown is off-shoulder or strapless, you can opt for the corset type lingerie or the conventional bustier. Other gowns that reveal more skin should be paired with lingerie that has less fabric and is less likely to show. And in this case, size does matter. “Most lingerie dealers today have a good selection of sizes. For example, at West Palm Beach Bridal Lingerie we carry sizes ranging from zero to plus sizes. However, I always recommend my clients try it on, ideally with the wedding gown, to ensure it fits perfectly,” says Vallon.

When you decide to shop for your Bridal Lingerie, make sure you are looking in a store that is not only reputed, but also dedicated completely to women’s innerwear and nightwear.  Such stores usually have staff that is experienced in fit and style and can guide you to the innerwear that will not only fit you perfectly but also suit you well. If possible, you should bring your bridal gown to the store so you can try it on with the lingerie. Try to choose a material that you find comfortable to wear and which does not tear or snag easily as you will more than likely be moving around quite a bit and may be in the innerwear for some time. “It is true that bridal lingerie is usually more expensive than other lingerie, but I know at West Palm Beach Bridal Lingerie we have many options at different price points. Besides, your wedding night is not the time to pinch pennies. What a disappointment to spare no expense for a magical wedding and drop the ball on the wedding night,” claims Vallon.

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A Rose for Emily: Memorializing the Anniversary of William Faulkner’s Death

July 6, 2009 marks the forty-seventh anniversary of William Faulkner’s death. Although the date of someone’s demise isn’t the kind of thing we typically celebrate (what, no piñatas?), we must remember that Faulkner’s writing relied heavily on themes of death and decay, and that he would never have us flinch in the face of his – or anyone else’s – mortality.

What Faulkner would have us flinch in the face of, apparently, was his writing, which teems with convoluted plots, impossibly long sentences, classical allusions, time shifts, narrator shifts, and a really, really – what’s it called? – big vocabulary. (Hemingway famously criticized: “Poor Faulkner. Does he really think big emotions come from big words? He thinks I don’t know all the ten-dollar words. I know them all right.” Uh huh. Sounds like someone’s got a case of word envy.) Throw all that on top of the fact that Faulkner’s Southern Gothic writing is teeming with dark humor, morbidity, grotesque characters, and undercurrents of racism and bigotry, and you don’t exactly end up with the kind of novel you read at the beach. (Just two Nobel Prizes in literature.)

If you’re looking for something with which to honor the man on his death-day, you might try the significantly more manageable “A Rose for Emily.” This gothic short story is all about social convention, alienation, forbidden love, murder, and some seriously macabre romantic preferences. Think “Twilight,” minus all the sex. (We hope.)

True to style, this story begins at a funeral. A lighthearted yet thought-provoking funeral followed by four weddings? Not a chance. The year is around 1930, and the funeral is being held for Miss Emily Grierson, an aged Southern belle whose overbearing father crippled her chances of ever having a normal love life. Flashback to the 1890’s: when Emily’s father finally bites the dust, leaving his 30-year-old spinster daughter with a house but no money, Emily sequesters herself in her room for three days before admitting he has passed. Taking pity on her situation, the townspeople decide to exempt her from paying any further taxes. Life goes back to normal and Emily sticks with what she does best: living as a shut-in. That is, until a fun-loving but potentially shiesty Northerner named Homer Barron comes to town and is seen driving around with her. The wild speculation begins. Are they getting married? Are they breaking up? Have they gotten back together? Is he gay? No, seriously, is he gay? Because it’s Mississippi in the 1890’s here, people.

Interestingly, when Homer tries to leave Emily (who has just been buying arsenic) and is last seen entering her house, all the speculation seems to stop. In fact, when the weird smell appears, the townspeople kindly sprinkle lime all around the house. No questions asked. (In all fairness, he was a Northerner.) For the next thirty-something years – with the exception of a several-year stint in which the young ladies go to her house for painting lessons – Emily lives out her life in complete solitude. And then dies, bringing our story full-circle. With Emily’s funeral out of the way, the townspeople can finally go inside the house and investigate. And what awaits them there in the bed of the bridal chamber? It’s none other than Homer Barron, naturally! (Very naturally, in fact. Think processes-of-nature naturally.) But wait, we haven’t even gotten to the real Hallmark moment yet! Next to Homer’s lovingly-arranged corpse is a pillow – still bearing the indentation mark of recent use – with one of Emily’s long, gray hairs on it.

So as you can see, the idea of celebrating William Faulkner’s death-day isn’t particularly morbid after all. What’s most important is that – just as with his writing – we are able to maintain enough presence of mind that the dark and disgusting parts don’t distract us from the larger message. What, then, is “A Rose for Emily” really about? You could argue that it’s an allegory for the slow process of modernization in the South. After all, the aging Miss Emily endures painfully in a town where she has long-since outlived her usefulness – a fact which is mirrored in the cyclical structure of a story that just can’t seem to let her go. With her, she brings the unburied ghosts of the past into the present, forcing her peers to relive their own dark history. (We let our children take painting lessons from WHOM?!)

Or, you could be a little more general and go with Faulkner’s claim that it’s about “the simple things which all human beings want.” You know, if that’s what you’re into.

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Does anyone know of any chapels with wedding packages that will marry you on the beach near Gulfport, MS?

I’m looking to get married on the beach in Mississippi this summer. When I google something about getting married on the beach in myrtle beach about a thousand places come up with packages and places that will do it but I can’t find any in Mississippi. I was wondering if anyone out there might know of any places down there.

the only place i could find is the sea coast wedding chapel. contact them here. (scroll down to read about their “heavenly beach package” and then at the bottom of the page you can click on “images” to see photos of their beach weddings. http://www.seacoastweddingchapel.net/services.html

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