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Delaware Today Magazine Announces the First Delaware Today Fashion Awards
Delaware Today magazine is set to host the first Delaware Today Fashion Awards on Wednesday, September 25, at Deerfield, to honor the talented individuals who have made outstanding contributions to Delaware’s fashion industry.
The event, which runs from 6-9:00 p.m., will recognize the Fashion Awards nominees featured in the September issue of Delaware Today magazine. The nominees were selected by the public through an online voting process; however an esteemed panel of fashion experts will choose the winners. With categories ranging from makeup artist to photographer, and boutique to best-dressed Delawarean, the Delaware Today Fashion Awards will identify a wide range of fashion professionals, from promising new talents to established forerunners who have influenced fashion in the community.
The winners from each of the 11 categories will be revealed live at the event. As mentioned, Delaware Today has partnered proudly with a variety of fashion experts to serve as judges. They include: Joan Bernard, owner of Barbizon Modeling & Talent Agencies in Wilmington and Philadelphia; Kelly Cobb, designer and assistant professor of Fashion and Apparel Studies at the University of Delaware; Colleen Moretz, fashion designer and owner of Colleen Couture; and Dallas Shaw, fashion illustrator and style expert. Ms. Shaw also graces the cover of the September issue of Delaware Today.
Guests will enjoy cocktails and music, and have the opportunity to view the industry’s hottest products and trends. Tickets are $20 in advance and $25 at the door.
The Delaware Today Fashion Awards are sponsored by Christiana Mall, Wilmington Country Store, Designer Consigner, Hillary J. White Salon, Kate’s Lens Photography, Kristina Ruggerio Cosmetics, Salon by Dominic, Claire’s Fashions, Gloss Salon—and many more. A portion of the proceeds will benefit Stand By Me, a statewide financial empowerment program that gives every Delawarean the opportunity to meet with their own financial coach. The organization is a coalition of community partners, led by the State of Delaware and United Way of Delaware.
For more information about the event or to purchase tickets, visit DelawareToday.com/FashionAwards.
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Hello Friends and Happy Monday
I trust you all had a nice weekend and are now having a productive and stress-free day. If you’ve been following me for awhile, you know we have a large Magnolia tree in the side yard that only produces one or two blossoms each year – this is what it looked like last year ( post )
This Magnolia tree was planted over 11 years ago, yet it has only produced 1 or 2 blooms but this year we got 4 – can you find them? The blossoms are so very fragrant but the leaves are a mess.
Worthington Top – JC Penney // Talbots Pants – GW Boutique
If it produced more blossoms the air would be filled with a beautiful southern scent.
Linking up with Monday Mingle @ Tough Cookie Mommy – have a fantastical day – Smooches!
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Hello Friends and Happy Sunday!
Today I am with hubby celebrating our 23rd Wedding Anniversary – see ya tomorrow!
God is Good!
My sisters, Veronica and Gloria (RIP)
My grandmother and father (RIP) and mother-in-law
Groomsmen and Ushers
Maid of Honor and Bridesmaids
Wedding Party
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Hello Friends and Happy Saturday
Last week after leaving The Chasing the Dream Marketplace I had to drive past The Salvation Army Family Store in Wilmington so I decided to stop in. I was looking for a denim vest and after about 30 minutes of searching I found one for $1.99 #winning!
It was Pink Tag day so everything with a pink tag was 50% off
Chambray Scarf
Talbots Print Pants
Marsh Landing Capris
Multi-print scarf (not pink tag)
Chris Kellog Pants – new with tags from Sweater & Company (not pink tag)
Grand Total = $22.44
What do you like best?
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Hello Friends and Happy Fri-Yay!
Wow, what a whirlwind week…why is it that in the winter months time drags and moves slowly but when it’s summer it speeds by like a freight train on steroids?
In 2 days we’ll be celebrating 23 years of marriage, and yes, that too seems like it flew by. There were times when we experienced “winter months” and time lagged, but with the grace of God, we are now in our “summer” months – like a freight train on steroids – lol!
If you are like me, you are still grilling outdoors and this may be an early start for an indoor Crockpot meal, but I wanted to try the Campbell’sSlow Cooker Sauce.
Ingredients:
- Campbell’s Slow Cooker Sauce – Sweet Korean BBQ w Roasted Ginger & Sesame
- Jasmine Rice – Dellarice.com
- Beef – 2-3 lbs
- Slow Cooker/Crock Pot
The beef was placed in the Crock Pot, did not use cooking spray nor add any water
Covered beef with Campbell’s Slow Cooker Sauce
7 hours on low
Shredded beef with 2 forks
Cooked rice as package directions and covered with shredded beef
My sons love tacos and burritos so I made these for them.
There are 3 other Campbell’s Slow Cooker Sauces that I’ll try, and this Korean BBQ was just the right blend. It wasn’t too salty which would have been a turn off for me.
Do you use the Slow Cooker in the summer?
Have a fantastical day – Smooches!
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Hello Friends and Happy Fri-Yay!
Wow, what a whirlwind week…why is it that in the winter months time drags and moves slowly but when it’s summer it speeds by like a freight train on steroids?
In 2 days we’ll be celebrating 23 years of marriage, and yes, that too seems like it flew by. There were times when we experienced “winter months” and time lagged, but with the grace of God, we are now in our “summer” months – like a freight train on steroids – lol!
If you are like me, you are still grilling outdoors and this may be an early start for an indoor Crockpot meal, but I wanted to try the Campbell’sSlow Cooker Sauce.
Ingredients:
- Campbell’s Slow Cooker Sauce – Sweet Korean BBQ w Roasted Ginger & Sesame
- Jasmine Rice – Dellarice.com
- Beef – 2-3 lbs
- Slow Cooker/Crock Pot
The beef was placed in the Crock Pot, did not use cooking spray nor add any water
Covered beef with Campbell’s Slow Cooker Sauce
7 hours on low
Shredded beef with 2 forks
Cooked rice as package directions and covered with shredded beef
My sons love tacos and burritos so I made these for them.
There are 3 other Campbell’s Slow Cooker Sauces that I’ll try, and this Korean BBQ was just the right blend. It wasn’t too salty which would have been a turn off for me.
Do you use the Slow Cooker in the summer?
Have a fantastical day – Smooches!
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Hello Friends and Happy Friday Eve!
For this post I asked a co-worker to take the pictures in order to give my sons a break. Sometimes they complain even though I provide them with food, shelter, water and lots of love!
As you know I work in West Chester, PA, and similar to the Marlton office it is surrounded by greenery which makes for a better background than my backyard.
This outfit was simple black and white, a classic combination.
Zebra Print on the shoes, tank and bracelets
Skirt was thrifted from GW Boutique
Comfy Zebra Print Wedges from Charlotte Russe (last season)
Linking up with Thrifters Anonymous – who by the way chose me as “The Thrifters Anonymous Member of the week!” – Thank you Shana!
I hope you have a fantastical day – Smooches!
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Hello Friends and Happy
“What Would You Do” Wednesday!
Do you remember the last time Powerball reached record levels?
Do you remember this post when it was 1/2 Billion dollars?
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I would probably pass out, fall down, bump my head and end up with amnesia never knowing I won – lol!
What you would you do with $400 Million Dollars?
The jackpot is now an estimated $425Million which will only increase as the day progresses!
Even if you don’t win, you can be winner in knowing that some of the proceeds are helping to fund schools and Senior Centers in your state, but remember, “You Gotta Be In It To Win It!
Good luck & have a fantabulous day – Smooches!
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Hello Friends and Happy Tuesday
Inspired by some awesome photos I’ve seen taken by you guys I decided to upgrade my camera from a Canon PowerShot SX150 to a Nikon CoolPix. Not that a camera will make me a better photographer, it will however, (I hope) make my photos pop with less of a need to rely on editing software.
My husband recommended that I go to Cameras etc and take a look at their selection of used cameras of which was extensive, but I was more interested in the Nikon Coolpix P100 on sale that I had seen in the newspaper.
Armed with the advertisement I drove into Newark, to Main Street on the campus of the University of Delaware and fed 4 quarters into the parking meter. Entering the store I was immediately greeted by Imaging Consultant Todd. I explained what I wanted, showed him the ad and stated that I had “Liked” them on Facebook hoping for a discount.
Unfortunately, they didn’t have the advertised model in stock but Todd did show me a higher priced model the P520, but before you scream, “bait and switch”, he didn’t try to push me into purchasing it. He called their Wilmington store and asked to have one shipped for arrival the next day.
Todd explained all the features on the P520 and how it compared to the P100 so that I would be familiar and comfortable before making the purchase. He also took time to show me some used Nikon cameras in the same price range but after I took the camera outside, snapped a few pictures I decided then to buy it.
The time and patience that Todd spent in explaining all the features was awesome, I even had to feed two additional quarters into the meter, I see why they have been a successful business since 1977.
This camera is an early birthday present to myself and I am looking forward to using it this weekend as we celebrate our 23rd Wedding Anniversary and at the BLMGirls event in DC on the 31st.
Thank you friends for your inspiration and thank you Todd for your patience!
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Hello Friends and Happy Monday!
Chasing the Dream Entrepreneurship Camp sponsored by The Money School of Delaware provided youngsters between the ages of 9-13, an opportunity to learn the basics of starting a business. Last Thursday they were given the tools and a venue to showcase what they had learned.
A miniature Marketplace was set up in Rodney Square in Wilmington where the campers had an opportunity to sell their products, which included body scrubs, hand crafted jewelry, sunglasses, candy, plants, lemonade, popcorn, metal sculptures even hourly math tutoring sessions.
These young entrepreneurs obviously also learned another very important lesson, the value of customer satisfaction. They greeted each passerby with a smile and eagerly answered questions about their products.
There was a heavy downpour on and off during the day but that did not stop people from coming out to support. There was a steady stream of customers as well as WDEL Radio personality, Amy Cherry and a 6ABC News cameraman.
I was truly impressed with not only the products these entrepreneurs had created, but how each of their personalities and positive attitudes showed brightly despite the dark clouds looming overhead.
Kudos to The Money School of Delaware for supporting the youth of today with their futures of tomorrow.
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