Mom, Teacher, Mentor: Now and Forever

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For teachers everywhere – On this day and every day I want you to know I’m grateful for your hard work in helping me to grow For your constant understanding and for always being there To tell me I can … Continue reading

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The girl who dared to be ME.

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Meet the ‘girl’ who dared to be ME – Melissa Eickhoff. If I had to describe her legacy in a few words, they would be: rugged, girly, quietly powerful, smart and an independent free spirit. This is a ‘girl’ who didn’t … Continue reading

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What will be your legacy?

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This past Christmas I found myself thinking about all the great memories I have with my family. My husband’s parents have been the glue to our gatherings and for that we are very grateful. I am especially thankful for my … Continue reading

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“Marry Me Today and Every Day:” Nadia & Jeffrey Diwas: 9.10.11 – Part I

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Facebook is a wonderful thing – I met Nadia after Camarillo Bridal posted I would be at the salon showing samples of my work during gown designer Kitty Chen’s trunk show. Living in the area, Nadia came down to get inspiration … Continue reading

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“You and Me:” Amy & Randy Phillips, 5.7.11

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Shawna emailed me in November with one goal - to give her sister-in-law Amy a keepsake painting from her wedding for Christmas. Married that previous May at the Ritz Carlton in Kapalua, Maui, she had everything she needed to provide me with to expedite Amy’s … Continue reading

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“Hold Me” Serendipity: Marina & Brian Spence

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I’m a believer in serendipity - a way of making fortunate discoveries by accident. Similar to how John Cusack found Kate Beckinsale at the same ice skating rink years after they had their first date there (I just love that movie). Coincidentally the … Continue reading

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“Better Together Forever:” Jenna & Matt Nichols, 12.10.11

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Jenna and I met through Colette’s Catering where she was coordinating her sister’s wedding at the Muckenthaler Mansion last August. After trading many emails and meeting Jenna to deliver her sister’s surprise cherry blossom painting, she told me she too was getting married … Continue reading

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