adore :: Okanagan Wedding & Lifestyle Magazine

FALL 2013

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LETTER from the EDITOR

FRONT COVER Carley & Brendan Smith Photo by Adrian Photography

SPECIAL THANKS Rebecca Siewert, Kristen Wagner, Courtney Starheim, Melinda Murovec, Meg Courtney, Venduto, Josh & Carley Barnett, Heatherly Photography, Adrian Photography, Created Lovely Events, Sugar Sweet Cake Co, Edgy Petals, Vintage Origami - Vintage Wedding Rentals & Decorating, The Mackie House Foundation, Georgie Girl, Tip Top Tailor, Whitewood Studios, Candid Apple Photography & Design, Keith Lanouette, Ginger Creative

WELCOME TO THE FALL ISSUE OF ADORE MAGAZINE. We are so excited to have launched our second issue of adore. Full of more inspiring ideas and amazing vendors to help you achieve your dream wedding day. With the fast pace summer winding down we welcome the fall season and all of the amazing color and trends that it has to offer. Our stylized shoot is a perfect fit for the fall season, full of warm tones, golds and a vintage flare. Be sure to check it out on page 30.

We have added some new sections to adore. “Make It Last” featuring the

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Lovely. As we share our ideas with you, we’d also love for you to share

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yours with us. We are always looking for unique wedding concepts, feel free to submit your wedding creations with all the details!

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As always, thank you for supporting us at adore and all the local vendors the Okanagan has to offer. live, love, adore,

Carrie Mayhew

clothing from “Putting On the Ritz” stylized shoot Carley’s outfits :: Gerorgie Girl Brendan’s outfits :: Tip Top Tailors

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TABLE of CONTENTS THANK YOU to our amazing CONTRIBUTORS

IN EVERY ISSUE

REBECCA SIEWERT

KRISTEN WAGNER

Photographer

Writer

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LETTER FROM THE EDITOR

Welcome to Fall 2013 FOR THE GIRLS

Jewelry for your bridesmaids :: Venduto RECIPE FOR THE PERFECT BOUQUET

A New Leaf Floral Design MAKE IT LAST

Josh & Carley A WEDDING BUDGET DOESN’T MAKE A BUDGET WEDDING

Courtney Starheim

COURTNEY STARHEIM

C Star Events

NICOLE JELINSKI

Created Lovely Events

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Make Your Wedding Day Successful :: Created Lovely Events

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Lasting Moments :: Meg Courtney

DIY

Gold Glitter Mason Jars ADORE FITNESS

Bootcamp with Keith

INSPIRATION

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KEITH LANOUETTE

Fitness

MELINDA MUROVEC

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Putting On the Ritz HE SAID · SHE SAID

Jenna & Wade REAL ADORE WEDDING

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oregano PHOTO BY REBECCA SIEWERT We were lucky enough

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to have our own personal lesson with the talented Melinda, from A New Leaf Floral Design who showed us how to incorporate fall colors in to the most

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gorgeous bouquet of flowers. Feast your eyes on the beauty, and attempt a bouquet yourself!

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PHOTOS BY HEATHERLY BIKE VINTAGE ORIGAMI-VINTAGE WEDDING RENTALS & DECORATING FA L L 2 0 1 3

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MARRIED 5 YEARS

WHAT WAS THE BIGGEST WEDDING TREND WHEN YOU GOT MARRIED?

ONE THING YOU WOULD CHANGE ABOUT YOUR WEDDING DAY?

Vintage Dresses with lots of lace and detailing and rich

JOSH: I probably would have just worn a suit instead of a

bold colours.

3 piece tux, because it was very hot and we were outside.

BEST MEMORY OF THE DAY?

CARLY: I would have paid to have a professional wedding

JOSH: My best memory is remembering a feeling that

photographer. We had a really great photographer shoot

happened specifically twice. One was when the music

our wedding, but he had never shot a wedding before. As

began to play signalling me and the guys to walk to the

we now know, weddings are a VERY specialized branch of

alter. The second was as we shut the doors to the car and

photography, and the photography is the only thing you

drove away. Both feelings were heavy with a sense of

come home with.

excitement about the future.

TRAVEL BACK IN TIME – WHAT WOULD YOU TELL YOUR SELF ON YOUR WEDDING DAY?

CARLY: His smile. I was positive we were both going to be crying tears of happiness during the ceremony, but what actually happened was that from the time we saw

JOSH: You have no idea how good marriage is going to be for you.

each other as I was coming down the aisle, we couldn’t

CARLY: Relax. Take the day in. It’s your wedding day. Don’t

stop smiling. Our cheeks hurt by the end of the fairly long

feel pressed to get on to the next thing. Enjoy this day as a

ceremony because we were smiling so much.

celebration of the new life you are beginning.

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WHAT ARE SOME TIPS TO A SUCCESSFUL MARRIAGE? JOSH: Civil and religious ceremonies and cohabitation do not make you a better person.

Your shortcomings are only magnified within a marriage. Patience and forgiveness will go much further than a quick retort or a heavy sigh.

Also, husbands, you can be right, or you can be happy.

CARLY: #1--As cliche as it sounds, don’t go to bed angry. Talk through whatever it is.

Stay up late. Hash it out. Keep fighting for your relationship. #2--You are marrying a person full of imperfections. Marriage requires a million times more grace than you thought possible.

BIGGEST LESSON YOUR PARTNER HAS TAUGHT YOU? JOSH: Carly sees right through me, but she’s kind, and she’s an encourager. I’ve learned that I usually need to dream a little bigger, remembering that I’m never alone. Carly is the best team player. I want to be a team player like Carly.

CARLY: Josh loves by doing; little acts of service, if you will. He shows his love constantly throughout the day by tightening a doorknob, or washing a load of clothes, or taking the kids outside so I can focus on making dinner when he sees that my patience is wearing thin. The biggest lesson he has taught me is that showing your love by taking care of your partner, even if its just in the tiniest way, is extremely important. *

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BY COURTNEY STARHEIM :: PHOTOS NATALIE SEMENIUK

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TIPS we ADORE

etermining a wedding budget is often the most difficult and

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intimidating part of wedding planning. It can be a laborious and even an awkward task, but setting a budget early on in

the planning process will help guide decisions and maximize the money spent while also preventing budget-related disagreements along the way.

Before your Pinterest vision board takes on a life of its own, it is important to take time to determine the total amount of money that you and your future spouse are prepared to spend on the big day. Mortgage payments, car payments, children, future travel plans, or student debt may significantly influence your budget and should be taken into consideration when mapping out your wedding-related finances.

At this time it is also important to consider any financial assistance that you may be gifted from family members. If you are fortunate to have the financial support from parents or grandparents, you’ll want to have conversations with them early on to ensure all parties are on the same page. Mom and dad may want to cover a specific element of the wedding (for example, the cost of the flowers or the wine served at dinner) or they may prefer to contribute a lump sum.

Your wedding day is a celebration of the vows you’ve exchanged with one another and the families you have united. After the wedding your heart should be full of happy memories, not anxiety over missed payments. Simply put, we could all learn something from Carrie Bradshaw: don’t let the wedding get bigger than Big (or your budget, for that matter).

Once that final number has been reached, then comes the next – and equally as challenging – task of budget allocation.

Your wedding budget should be as unique as the vision you have for your wedding day.

For that reason, the prototypical percentage-based budgets simply don’t work for everyone.

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any wedding magazines, websites, and blogs recommend

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Now, back to budget allocation. Think of your wedding budget

you allocate a certain percentage for photography, a

as a pie chart where the whole is your total budget and the

certain percentage for the meal, and the percentages

parts are the various categories (photographer, venue, food and

continue. This approach tends to complicate things by giving

drink, etc.). As you research your options and obtain quotes for

a false sense of being “under-budget” or the inclination to pass

services, play around with various combinations that total 100%.

on an amazing vendor because they are “over-budget.” In reality,

From here, you’ll have a more accurate depiction of your budget

neither statement may be true for the wedding you want.

per vendor and you’ll still have wiggle room to add and remove

As early along in the planning process as possible, I suggest you collaborate with your fiancé to create a prioritized list of must haves. A wedding blueprint, if you will. For example: is an amazing meal paired with VQA wine at the top of your list? Are you looking to wow your guests with the flowers and décor? Do you absolutely have to have a collection of editorial-style photos to document your memories? Is the 6-piece band that was playing at the bar the night you met an essential element of your special day? The answers to these types of question will assist in determining where to splurge and where you should save.

Furthermore, it will leave you with a prioritized list of the types of vendors you may want to hire and a starting point to begin researching them.

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from these categories.

Remaining true to your wedding blueprint is imperative; you must understand that if you’re going to spurge in one

BUDGET PLANNING TIPS

or two areas, you’ll need to save in others. Unfortunately, this means you may not end up with every “must have”

Establish your final budget: what is the

on your list. That being said, if you’re lucky enough to

maximum dollar amount you have to work with?

work with creative and experienced vendors, they will do everything in their powers to help make your vision a reality within your budget. If you’re prepared to modify, re-evaluate, and evolve your original vision, you can

Determine your vision: what do you want your

accomplish something beautiful and personal, even on the

wedding to look like? Classic, Rustic, Vintage,

smallest budget. Taking the time to research local vendors

or Modern.

will pay off, tenfold. Don’t be afraid to ask questions of the vendors themselves, to see samples of their work, or, in some cases, to meet with them. Assembling a team of vendors whom you trust with your vision will result in a wedding that is uniquely you. Furthermore, paying professionals to execute the important elements of your

Determine what vendors are required to execute your vision: where can professionals provide services to enhance your day and experience?

day will allow you and your guests to relax and enjoy the experience when the big day comes.

Determine what areas of your vision are

Wedding planning as it exists today is exciting. Couples are

essential: what elements are must haves and

thinking outside the box to host a day that is unique and

what ones are you prepared to let go of?

unforgettable. Traditional Saturday night buffets are being replaced by Sunday afternoon cocktail hours; ballroom receptions are being replaced with outdoor dance floors under the moonlight. It’s increasingly apparent that a wedding with a budget does not equal a budget wedding.

Determine what areas of your vision can be modified, removed, or changed: how can you establish the same look and feel within your budget?

Only after the budget has been set and all relevant parties are on board can the real fun start. Brainstorming ideas, gathering inspiration, and conceptualizing the overall look and feel of the wedding is a process. Your budget should act as a guide when considering options: Is this in

Research local vendors, obtain quotes: what vendors make up the best-equipped team and are the right fit for your wedding?

or out of budget? If it’s out of budget are you prepared to sacrifice another aspect of your budget to make it work?

Collaborate with your vendors to execute a

Be prepared to fall in love with things, change your mind,

wedding that is uniquely you: what ideas can

and go a completely different route. Be prepared to end

your vendors bring to the table? Remember:

up where you started. Even though the budgeting process

they are the professionals!

may not be entirely fun, the rest of the planning process should be. Get the budget talks out of the way early so you can enjoy the planning process.

Use your budget as a guide throughout the planning process: have you come across something that doesn’t quite fit with your current budget? That may be OK: the makeup of your budget may change throughout the planning process. Just remember that if you add funds somewhere, you’ll need to subtract them elsewhere.

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THE BEST MOMENTS IN LIFE OFTEN COME AND GO SO QUICKLY, YOU BARELY HAVE A CHANCE TO ENJOY THEM. MEG COURTNEY IS MAKING IT HER MISSION TO CAPTURE THOSE MOMENTS AND TURN THEM INTO SOMETHING YOU CAN HANG ON YOUR WALL.

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h e Okanagan-based photographer has only been

This type of photojournalistic wedding photography is new to

practicing for two years, but in that time she’s learned

many people. Meg recently shot a wedding in France, where she

what it often takes a whole career to learn: the perfect

found that many European customs are different from those in

photo isn’t just about exposure or composition, it’s about the

Canada. The French couple’s main priority was to spend time

feelings involved and how well those elements shine through

with their guests, so Meg worked out a timeline that enabled

in the image.

them to do just that. But fortunately, the couple was willing to

“The goal is always to tell the story of the day,” explains Meg. “I really want it real and natural—my artistic expressions of what happened on the day instead of me kind of controlling their day.”

Meg avoids putting every couple through the same tried-andtrue series of poses, opting instead for “action posing”: she suggests an action—like a walk or a topic of conversation—to create a moment she can capture. “I think that’s how you get authentic images that really show a connection between people,” she says, “because they’re actually interacting when you’re taking the photo.”

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make time for sunset photos near their venue—a castle, nearly a thousand years old, in the French countryside. “It was like something out of a dream,” Meg says of the experience. “I was just speechless.”

That kind of fairy-tale wedding perfectly aligns with Meg’s style.

She specializes in “sun-kissed, spontaneous and enchanted” weddings—the kind of couple for whom a happily ever after is inevitable. She approaches life with unshakeable optimism, and she needs clients who share that outlook.

Meg comes by her rose-coloured glasses honestly. “My dad is always telling us that we have to look to see the magic in everything…that’s kind of the essence of my photography,” she says. “If you look for enchantment you can find it anywhere.”

Enchantment can take many forms: the sun peeking through the clouds on a stormy day, a farmer driving by with a bright red Depression-era Ford to use in the shoot, or even common pests.

“In Alberta when I shoot there are always a lot of mosquitoes, but at sunset it lights them up and I swear it looks like pixie dust,” she says.

Meg’s desire to share that enchanted mindset is the primary reason she became a photographer.

“I REALLY WANT TO INSPIRE PEOPLE TO SEE THE MAGIC IN LIFE, AND ALSO TO BELIEVE THAT LIVING HAPPILY EVER AFTER IS A CHOICE,” she says. “I just happen to use photography to show people that their life can be a fairy tale.”

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Still, you can’t leave everything to chance. Meg’s technique also

After a moment of panic, the groom’s dad stood up and offered

involves a great deal of planning and preparation, and the whole

his own ring to his son and new daughter-in-law. “They said after

process takes about a year. She shoots every wedding with her

it was the best part of the whole day,” Meg says. “[The groom’s]

husband, Scott, and they each bring a backup set of equipment

parents are still happily married, and they were married with

to ensure the shoot isn’t interrupted in the case of a technical

his dad’s wedding ring, so it was really special.” Thanks to Meg,

malfunction. They’re also sure to visit the location ahead of time

the couple has a visual reminder of that moment they can keep

to get the lay of the land and anticipate any challenges the venue

forever, and show their own children one day.

may present.

“That’s what makes it so special,” Meg says. “It’s really neat to be able

But the most important part of the pre-wedding prep is building

to give someone that gift of remembering that moment forever.”

a relationship with the client. Meg stresses the importance of a

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comfortable rapport and puts a great deal of time into developing

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it. When potential clients first contact her, Meg sets up a dinner date with only one rule: there’s absolutely no talking about the wedding until the end of the meal. “I just really want to get to know them, hear their story, what are they about, what are they passionate about,” she explains.

Most of Meg’s photo packages include an engagement shoot, which presents another opportunity for her and the clients to get to know each other, and a chance for the client to get accustomed to action posing before the wedding. Throughout the year, Meg makes a point of following up and spending as much time with the couple as she can.

Investing in a deeper relationship pays off in the end: when she and the clients are comfortable with one another, the couple is more relaxed, and it shows in the photos. “If they’re not super comfortable and they’re feeling awkward, the photos are going to come across that way,” she says. “That experience [during the shoot] is everything because when you look at the pictures you remember the moment. So if [the photographer] was someone that you didn’t like, and it was a super awkward situation, then they’re not going to love the photos as much.”

When your photographer becomes a friend, it’s much more likely they’ll be able to capture the real you, and that’s what Meg strives for. And it’s more likely that real moments will happen— ones that you’ll want to remember forever.

You never know what shape those moments will take. “It’s really cool just to watch the day unfold and see what kind of crazy things are going to happen,” Meg says, recalling a wedding she shot in the Dominican Republic. The ceremony was beautiful and was going smoothly, until the time came to exchange rings—and the couple realized the rings were still in the hotel room.

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BY KRISTEN WAGNER :: PHOTOS ROYCE SIHILS

About two billion people worldwide watched as Prince William married Kate Middleton in 2011. The event called to mind any number of fairy tales: William was handsome in military regalia, Kate’s dress fit like a dream, and the happy couple rode off in a horse-drawn carriage to share a perfect kiss on the balcony of Buckingham Palace.

But imagine if Kate had to juggle the responsibilities of booking Westminster Abbey, finding a caterer and conferring with a photographer in addition to looking radiant and greeting the public. Most likely, her smile would have been more than a little strained.

Not every wedding is observed with the rapt attention of a quarter of the world’s population, like Kate’s. But on her wedding day, every bride should feel like a princess—and no princess should spend such an important occasion worrying that the DJ won’t show up.

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Fortunately, there’s a solution for stressed-

Created Lovely offers a variety of planning

into the best day of someone’s life. Last

out brides: a wedding planner. A planner

and coordination services, including full

summer, Nicole faced the ultimate test

can be more than a booker of catering or a

and partial wedding planning. For the

of this skill: a client called to say that the

negotiator of flower prices; she can be the

bride who wants to plan her own day but

venue had cancelled, just three days before

thin thread of reason that binds a stressed-

also be able to relax and enjoy it, day-of

the wedding. Nicole dropped everything

out bride to reality. “[The planner’s] job

coordination is a very happy medium:

and came up with a plan, orchestrating a

is to remove the stress from the bride,”

Nicole swoops in at the last minute to

beautiful backyard wedding for 75 people

says Nicole Jelinski of Created Lovely

ensure the event runs smoothly and all

in as many hours. “I think it was even better

Events. As a certified wedding planner

vendors show up—not to mention the

than it would have been at the venue,” she

with dozens of weddings, fundraisers,

groom. The goal is always to help the

says. “But it was chaos.”

and even a successful political campaign

bride enjoy her wedding day, completely

under her belt, Nicole is accustomed

stress-free.

to anticipating the unexpected and maintaining calm when chaos simmers just below the surface.

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Nicole is quick to point out that a wedding’s success can hinge on the

Planners fill many roles, but their selling

bride’s attitude. In the case of the bride in

feature is the ability to take a brewing

the last-minute backyard wedding, “She

disaster and, at the drop of a hat, turn it

was in the mindset of ‘I’m going to marry

him, no matter what. We’re getting married this weekend, so we’re going to do what we can,’” Nicole says.

“If the bride has the right attitude, the wedding’s going to be perfect.”

A perfect wedding must also match the couple’s tastes and unique relationship dynamic. “[A wedding] is the start of the rest of someone’s life,” Nicole says. “You have to consider what’s going to make them happy and what’s true to their personalities.” Helping to guide the bride and groom toward that vision is one of Nicole’s favourite things about her job—and she has it down to a science.

When a bride-to-be contacts Nicole through her website, she’s asked to answer questions like “Pearls or diamonds?” and “Heels or flats?”. The questions may seem obtuse, but each answer plays a role in helping Nicole get a sense of what the couple is all about. Pinterest is also used to help gauge the bride’s taste and how Nicole can best complement it. She offers ideas and guidance where she can, “but at the end of the day, what the bride wants is what the bride gets.”

With plenty of experience planning special days for other brides, Nicole is well prepared for another task on her plate: she’s getting ready to walk up the aisle herself in September. She and her fiancé Royce, of Royce Sihlis Photography, both work in the wedding industry, so it gives them a unique perspective on the planning of their own event.

“I think it’s a million times harder to plan your own wedding,” Nicole says. “I’ve really tried to take my own advice that I give brides. You have to take a step back and look at the big picture.

Your wedding will be perfect if you stay true to you.” For Nicole and Royce—whose idea of a perfect date is a trip to Costco—this means serving a burger bar to their guests on gold charger plates.

At the end of the day, a wedding is a celebration of love, and Nicole is always able to keep that fact at the centre of the weddings she plans. “I’m just so genuinely happy for couples that find each other,” she says. “It just makes me so happy to see other couples’ excitement about getting married.” www.createdlovely.ca www.facebook.com/createdlovelyevents

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JENNA WAS ON VACATION IN MY HOMETOWN OF INVERMERE AND

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WE MET AT A HOCKEY GAME.

I was on a short trip to visit the family of a girlfriend of mine in Invermere, BC in 2008.

We decided to go to a local hockey game one night. Wade grew up there in Invermere and was at the game (being an avid hockey player himself).

We were introduced to each other through mutual friends.

He actually sort of ignored me at first, I think he was kind of oblivious to my interest in him which was so cute.

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F I R ST DAT E I HAD JENNA OVER FOR STEAK AND MUSSELS AT MY HOUSE.

Being that we had a small town romance we had many group outings instead of actual dates but the first time we had a moment to ourselves Wade made me dinner at his place. I still remember that he made me steak, mussels, and Caesar salad, I was really impressed with his effort! Wade and I share a love for all things epicurean, our relationship has been a food adventure which started on that day.

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F IR ST KI SS I CAN’T REMEMBER OUR FIRST KISS, BUT IT SURE WAS GREAT.

I don’t think we have any memorable first kiss story. I just know that once I started kissing him, i never stopped!

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F I R ST I LOV E YOU JENNA MADE ME BACON AND EGGS IN BED WHEN I WAS VISITING HER FAMILY. THAT IS MY FAVORITE MEAL Wade had come down from Invermere to meet my parents for the first time and AND I SAID I LOVE YOU. was staying in our spare bedroom. The first night he got there I woke up early and

made him breakfast. When he saw what I had done for him he said “you made me breakfast! Your the best, I love you...” I’m still not sure if it was really me or the eggs he was so excited about, but I think it was adorable.

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T H E ON E JENNA IS THE ONLY PERSON IN THE WORLD THAT REALLY UNDERSTANDS ME. SHE KNOWS WHO I AM AND ACCEPTS ME. THAT IS WHY I KNOW SHE IS THE ONE.

I think I always sort of knew he was the one for me, because he has always been my best friend, but If I had to pick a time I’d say when we were visiting his mom for Easter about 5 months into our relationship.

We were still living in different cities at the time and I remember that as the weekend was winding down and we were going to have to part ways again I knew I needed him in my life and I couldn’t imagine spending another day without him.

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T HE PROP OSA L WE WENT RING SHOPPING THAT DAY AND I BOUGHT THE RING WHILE JENNA WAS IN THE CAR. I COULDN’T WAIT TO ASK HER, I WAS TO EXCITED. I PUT THE RING IN THE FRIDGE WHEN WE GOT HOME AND WHEN I ASKED HER TO GET ME A BEER IT WAS WAITING FOR HER.

On Thanksgiving weekend (2012) we were getting ourselves ready for a family dinner and Wade was being a little awkward. I knew something was up but sort of brushed it off. He asked me to grab him a beer, I sort of wanted to tell him to go get it himself (haha), but I’m glad I didn’t! I opened the fridge and my ring was there staring back at me. Wade came over, got down on one knee and said the sweetest things. How could I not say yes.

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PHOTOS BY CANDID APPLE PHOTOGRAPHY Thom and Brie’s wedding day vision was never one specific thing in itself it was more of a concept that they hoped would come together the way that they envisioned. From the very beginning they wanted a wedding that represented them, laid back, relaxed but yet still maintaining a certain level of class. This began with the idea of incorporating the theme of burlap and lace which eventually lead us to the creation of their rustic chic wedding. Along with this vision they also had a tight budget that they refused to let effect the desired out come of their dream wedding day. This vision quickly included DIY projects, stunning venues that spoke for themselves and special accent pieces. Thom and Brie never wanted their wedding to take on the pressure of being too serious, it was a day to celebrate and cherish among friends and family in an environment everyone felt comfortable in. Therefore our ultimate vision was to create something gorgeous that represented them as a couple and avoided the overly stuffy wedding.

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1. Use masking tape to create a rim before you glitter 2. Sponge Mod Podge paste onto the jar only where you want the glitter to stick 3. Over a box, shake gold glitter heavily and evenly onto the jar 4. Remove the tape while the glue and glitter are still wet to make a perfect trim 5. Shake off excess glitter 6. When dry, spray with Mod Podge gloss finish to keep the glitter intact.

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BRIDAL BOOTCAMP WITH KEITH

NOW THAT SUMMER IS OVER AND THE COOLER WEATHER IS MOVING IN DON’T LOSE FOCUS ON STAYING SUMMER TIME FIT. KEITH LANOUETTE A CERTIFIED BCRPA, CROSSFIT LEVEL COACH, ACE CORRECTIVE FITNESS CERTIFIED AND A PERSONAL TRAINER WILL WHIP YOU INTO SHAPE WITH THESE FEW EXERCISES.

Start with a 5- 10 minute warm up of light cardio.

Remember to breath out on hardest phase of exercise. Keep core tight, knees slightly bent, back straight and shoulders set. Take a 15 to 30 second break between each set/super set. Listen to your body and don’t over work your self. But most of all HAVE FUN!

EXERCISE

SET/REPS

WARM UP CIRCUIT 1 Run Outside

2-3 KM

WARM UP CIRCUIT 2 Jumping Jacks

3/30

Air Squats

3/20

Alternating Lunges

3/20 (10 per side)

EXERCISE

SET/REPS

CIRCUIT 1 Bicep Curl / Shoulder Press

3/20

Plank

3/45 secs

CIRCUIT 2 Alternating Jump Squats

3/20 (10 per side)

Butterfly Sit Ups

3/20

CIRCUIT 3

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Alternating Push Ups

3/30 (15 per side)

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BICEP CURL & SHOULDER PRESS WITH BANDS ON BOSU Step 1 Place band on top of bosu.

Step 2 Stand on Bosu and band, feet shoulder width apart, knees slightly bent and core engaged, chest out and shoulders set.

Step 3 Grab band handles palm up and bicep curl to shoulder height Step 4 Rotate arms out so palms are facing in front of you then extend arms fully into shoulder press. Repeat

ALTERNATING JUMP SQUATS ON BOSU Stand on top of bubble with feet spaced evenly. Bend the knees and jump up, angling feet and body to the right, hands up for balance and abs tight. Hop towards the left and continue hopping from right to left with feet together, as though ‘skiing’ down a mountain.

REVERSE FLY WITH DUMBBELLS Step 1 Grasp dumbbells, place feet shoulder width apart, flex knees and hips to lean forward. Keep back straight. Hold dumbbells below chest and keep arms slightly flexed.

Step 2 Raise arms to sides until elbows are slightly higher than shoulders. Keep upper arms perpendicular to body and elbows pointing up. Repeat.

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SKATERS ON BOSU

ALTERNATING PUSHUPS ON BOSU

Step 1

Step 1

Stand to the left of the BOSU ball on your

Position yourself in a push up position with one of your hands on the ball side of

left leg.

a bosu and the other on the ground. Place your toes on the ground and hold your

Step 2

legs and torso in a straight line by contracting through your abdominal muscles.

Jump sideways to the right landing on your right leg and crossing your left leg behind the right leg without touching the ground.

Step 3 As you land on your right leg touch the BOSU ball with your left hand.

Step 4 As soon as you land jump back to your left leg repeating the motion back and forth for the desired amount of repetitions.

Step 2 Slowly bend your elbows, lowering your chest as close to the ground as you can.

Step 3 Push your body back up off the ground as quickly as you can until your elbows are completely extended. As you near the height of this movement, push your torso up into the air and across the ball so that your opposite hand lands on the bosu as you land.

Step 4 Once you have landed back with your opposite hand on the bosu, slowly lower your chest back towards the ground. Repeat.

KEITH’S PHILOSOPHY :: I believe that thinking positively and engaging in a healthy way of living makes up for a totally sound way of life spiritually, emotionally, mentally, and physically.

Fitness and healthy living is a life-long journey, filled with many obstacles and challenges along the way. I myself have had to overcome many of these throughout my own fitness journey. I feel with proper support and knowledge of fitness that anyone can be successful in their quest to a healthier lifestyle. For more information or contact Keith at keithlanouette@bodyfitkelowna.ca FA L L 2 0 1 3

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