Ambiance Talks Manners w/ Girl Scouts

I am so tickled to have been invited and ask to speak at a local daisy troop's holiday tea.  Fun, right?

Last year, a brownie troop of 7 lovely ladies and I had dinner, after practicing setting the table and basic table manners. They ask some great questions and took home a basic table setting place mat to continue practicing for their badge.

So you bet I jumped for joy when another troop leader reached out to me. I'm already looking through age appropriate books to share and ways to reward those caught practicing during our tea. December 17th, we're saving the date!

I told you...I HAVE THE BEST JOB EEEEEEEEEEVER!

Troop 2063 practicing where to place elbows during dinner.

Conquering Virginia: Potomac Shores Golf Club

I had the pleasure of attending an industry Open House for Potomac Shores Golf Club in Dumfries, VA. I enjoyed delicious bites, the smooth sounds of JJ&T Entertainment, and networked with the best of wedding professionals. A fun Friday indeed! 

Sunset around a fire pit overlooking the rolling hills of the 18th hole, will give you and your guests the all the feelings of a winery in the convenience of a golf club! They have beautiful indoor/outdoor options for small weddings, bridal showers, and/or rehearsal dinners. If quaint and relaxed is your look, it's worth the look!

Conquering Virginia: Belle Grove Plantation

Me On A Famous Couch...It Was In the Movie Lincoln

I'm in the zone! How do I know? Things are coming to me in my sleep. Ideas on where and how to place things are rolling out of my brain before I can even groan that morning has come so soon again. This week is all about the styled shoot we have coming up. I'll be working on finalizing the timeline, my packing list, and final ideas to ensure I'm bringing my "A" game. I have the pleasure of working with some fantastic vendors and I can't wait to finally bring forth our inspiration and conversations for Brides & Weddings of Northern Virginia Magazine.

 All I can share right now is the location: Belle Grove Plantation. Here are a few shots I snapped when I went to scout it out and ended up taking the guided tour of the estate and B&B. It is full of interesting factoids, stories, mysterious women, key hole desk tops, and curved doors. In two words...richly charming. Enjoy!

Be Sure To Ask Michelle Where The Phrase
"Sleep Tight, Don't Let The Bed Bugs Bite" Come's From.