2015 holiday guide draft by Geomyra Lewis Weddings and Events

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Hi Friends! I am super excited to present the Geomyra Lewis Weddings and Events Holiday Baking & Gift Guide 2015! Last year, my little guy made an earlier appearance into the world and put plans on hold for the 2014 edition. This holiday season, our Guide is back, and better than ever! As a girl that loves to shop and bake, I couldn’t be more thrilled to share brand new recipes and my favorite picks for the upcoming holiday season. We’ve made it even more convenient for you to check off your holiday list this year! You may easily access the items featured here in the Guide by clicking on the hyperlinks within the document. You may also visit our Pinterest and Amazon.com pages. Be sure to follow our Instagram page (@GeomyraLewisEvents) and follow us on Facebook for a chance to win some cool prizes throughout the holiday season! As an added bonus, a few of my favorite holiday tunes are featured on the pages throughout the guide! 2015 has been a year filled with many blessings for me, both personally and professionally. I have made it my top priority to focus on what matters most. Faith, family, friends, and the work that I love is what make my heart sing. As we move into our tenth year of business in 2016 (Yay!), I couldn’t be more thrilled at what’s in store for the Geomyra Lewis brand! From my family to yours, may you continue to be blessed and find peace and love in 2016! Image Credit: A Father’s Lens Photography

My Baking Essentials

Yummy Recipes Cranberry-Lime Patron ‘Ritas 5 For a girl that loves her Patron, this margarita recipe is perfection Get Naked Vanilla Holiday Cake Naked cakes are all the rage this season

Salted Caramel Pretzel Brownies 7 A crunchy base drizzled with homemade caramel sauce Just Peachy! Peach Hand Pies Individual pies featuring sweet juicy peaches

Melted Snowman Sugar Cookies A super easy and fun treat for all ages

Crunchy Toffee Caramel Cheesecake 10 A yummy cheesecake with a rich caramel and toffee crunch Pumpkin Spice Cake with Cinnamon Glaze A crowd favorite is back

Hot Apple Cider A hot apple cider recipe made via a slow cooker

White Chocolate Macadamia Nut Bars For the lovers of all things white chocolate

Peppermint Chocolate Pudding Cake A traditional recipe in my home, with a spin

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Gift Ideas for Everyone

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About Geomyra Lewis Weddings and Events

“All I Want For Christmas is You” Mariah Carey

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These handy gadgets make baking so much easier. Here are a few of my recent finds! 1.

3-in-1 Egg Separator When a recipe calls for egg whites, I whip out my egg separator!

2. 5 Layer Cake Pans The pans evenly distribute cake batter for my taller, layered cakes. 3. Citrus Squeezer The much needed tool for freshly squeezed lemon juice. 4. Brown Sugar Keeper Gone are the days of hard brown sugar.

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5. KitchenAid® Stand Mixer The heart of my kitchen is my KitchenAid® stand mixer. 6. Parchment Pre-cut Rounds I am obsessed with pre-cut rounds. So much easier and convenient than parchment rolls! 7.

Digital Kitchen & Food Scale A great tool for measuring just the right amount!

8. Cake Tester Know exactly when to take the cake out of the oven. 9. Batter Spoons A quick and easy way to measure out batter for cupcakes and muffins!

10. Cupcake Caddy The perfect companion when heading out to holiday potlucks.

“Ave Maria” Celine Dion

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Ingredients:  ¾ cups Patron® Silver Tequila  ¾ cups fresh lime juice (or you may use Rose’s Lime Juice concentrate)  ½ cups Cointreau orange liqueur  1 ½ cups Cranberry Juice  Ice  Cranberries and limes for garnish  Salt or sugar for the rim (optional) Directions:  Shake to mix all ingredients together over ice in a cocktail shaker.  Pour beverage in a salt or sugar rimmed glass.  Garnish with lime wedges and fresh cranberries.

Jasper Cocktail and Strauss Double Old-Fashioned Glasses are from Crate & Barrel

“Give Love on Christmas Day” The Jackson 5

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Cake Ingredients:

Cake Directions:

Recipe adapted from Magnolia’s Bakery

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1 ½ cups self-rising flour 1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened 2 cups sugar 4 large eggs, at room temperature 1 cup milk

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1 teaspoon vanilla extract

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Buttercream Frosting Ingredients: 9.

Recipe adapted from Sweet Savory Life

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1 cup unsalted butter (2 sticks or 1/2 pound), softened (but not melted) Ideal texture should be like ice cream. 3-4 cups confectioners (powdered) sugar, SIFTED ¼ teaspoon table salt 1 tablespoon vanilla extract Up to 4 tablespoons milk or heavy cream

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Beat butter for a few minutes with a mixer with the paddle attachment on medium speed. Add 3 cups of powdered sugar and turn your mixer on the lowest speed (so the sugar doesn’t blow everywhere) until the sugar has been incorporated with the butter. Increase mixer speed to medium and add vanilla extract, salt, and 2 tablespoons of milk/cream and beat for 3 minutes. If your frosting needs a more stiff consistency, add remaining sugar. If your frosting needs to be thinned out, add remaining milk 1 tablespoons at a time.

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Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Spray pans with non-stick cooking spray. In a small bowl, combine the flours. Set aside. In a large bowl, on the medium speed of an electric mixer, cream the butter until smooth. Add the sugar gradually and beat until fluffy, about 3 minutes. Add the eggs, 1 at a time, beating well after each addition. Add the dry ingredients in 3 parts, alternating with the milk and vanilla. With each addition, beat until the ingredients are incorporated but do not over beat. Using a rubber spatula, scrape down the batter in the bowl to make sure the ingredients are well blended. Divide the batter evenly based on the number of layers and colors you select. Use your choice of food coloring and color the batter for each layer to reach desired colors. Place batter in prepared pans. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until a cake tester inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. While the cakes are baking, prepare the frosting. Cool the cakes completely before frosting. To assemble the cake, cover the first layer with frosting, only covering the top. Add a layer of cake. Top the cake with frosting. Repeat steps until all layers are covering in frosting. Leave the sides uncovered.

“Santa Baby” Ertha Kitt

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Pretzel Layer Ingredients     

½ cup al-purpose flour 1 cup crushed pretzels ½ cup packed brown sugar ¼ teaspoon baking soda ½ cup butter, melted

Brownie Layer Ingredients:       

4 oz. dark chocolate (approximately 80% cocoa, or use half unsweetened and half bittersweet) 1 ¼ cups sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla 2 large eggs ¾ cup all-purpose flour ¼ teaspoon salt

Caramel Sauce Ingredients   

1 cup of sugar 6 tablespoons of butter ½ cup heavy whipping cream

Directions: Pretzel Layer 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Prepare an 8”x8” (or 9”x9”) square baking pan by lining parchment paper across the bottom and sides of the pan, like a sling. You can use a little butter on the pan to help the paper stay in place. 2. Stir together crushed pretzels, flour, brown sugar, and baking soda. 3. Stir in the melted butter. 4. Pat mixture into the bottom of an ungreased baking pan 5. Bake at 350 degree F for 10 minutes.

Brownie Layer 1. In a stainless steel bowl over a pan of simmering water (or double boiler), melt the butter and chocolate. 2. Once melted, remove from heat and stir in the sugar and vanilla. 3. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well with a spoon. 4. Stir in flour and salt and beat with a spoon until the batter is smooth and glossy (about 1 minute). 5. Pour the brownie batter evenly over the pretzel layer. 6. Bake in preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until brownies start to pull away from the sides and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out almost clean. Remove pan from oven and place on a wire rack to cool completely.

Caramel Sauce 1. Heat sugar on moderately high heat in a heavy-bottomed 2-quart or 3-quart saucepan. As the sugar begins to melt, stir vigorously with a whisk or wooden spoon. As soon as the sugar comes to a boil, stop stirring. 2. As soon as all of the sugar crystals have melted (the liquid sugar should be dark amber in color), immediately add the butter to the pan. Whisk until the butter has melted. 3. Once the butter has melted, take the pan off the heat. Count to three, then slowly add the cream to the pan and continue to whisk to incorporate. Note than when you add the butter and the cream, the mixture will foam up considerably. Let caramel cool before serving. 4. Drizzle cooled caramel over brownies.

“Baby It’s Cold Outside” Dean Martin

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Ingredients:            

2 packages refrigerated unbaked pie crusts 3 cups diced preachers 2 tablespoons cornstarch ¼ cup sugar ¼ cup brown sugar ¼ teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon vanilla ½ teaspoon ginger 2 dashes of ginger 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice 1 large egg Sprinkling sugar for dusting

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Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. In a bowl, mix cornstarch, sugars, salt, vanilla, cinnamon, ginger and lemon juice. Let peaches marinate while you work on cutting out the pie crust. On work surface, unfold 1 dough round; cut into 5 inch circles. Spoon 2 tablespoons filling and fold dough over filling. With fork, press edges together to seal. Transfer pies to ungreased cookie sheet, placing one inch apart. Repeat with remaining dough and filling. Brush tops of pies with egg; sprinkle with remaining sugar. With knife, cut 1-inch slit in top of each pie to allow steam to escape during baking. Place cookie sheets on 2 oven racks. Bake 18 to 20 minutes or until golden brown. Transfer pies to wire racks to cool. 12. Serve warm with vanilla ice-cream or at room temperature.

“White Christmas” Drifters

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A kid friendly dessert and activity using your favorite sugar cookie recipe! Ingredients     

Pillsbury Sugar cookie dough or your favorite sugar cookie recipe Whipped Vanilla frosting (I prefer Betty Crocker brand) Bag of marshmallows Sprinkles Decorative icing

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Follow directions to bake sugar cookies. Frost sugar cookies with vanilla frosting. Decorate marshmallow using decorative icing an sprinkles to make facial features. Place decorated marshmallow on the frosted sugar cookie. Use the sprinkles and decorative icing to add personality to your snowmen. Enjoy!

“Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer” Ray Charles

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Cheesecake Ingredients     

4 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened 1 ¼ cups sugar ½ cup sour cream 2 teaspoons vanilla extract 5 large eggs, room temperature

Directions: Crust Layer 1. Preheat oven to 475 degrees F. Place a large pan filled with ½ inch water in oven. 2. Mix graham cracker crumbs and cinnamon; add margarine. Press crust onto bottom and 2/3 of the way up a 9-inch springform pan lined with parchment. Wrap a large piece of foil around bottom of pan. Freeze until filling is prepared.

Cheesecake Layer Crust Ingredients    

1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/3 cup melted margarine Heath English Toffee bits

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½ cup sour cream 2 teaspoons sugar

Caramel Sauce Ingredients   

1 cup of sugar 6 tablespoons of butter ½ cup heavy whipping cream

1. Use an electric mixer to mix cream cheese, sugar, sour cream and vanilla. Blend until smooth and creamy. Scrape down sides of bowl. Whisk eggs in a bowl; add to cream cheese mixture. Blend just until eggs are incorporated. 2. Remove crust from freezer and cover with Heath Toffee nits. Pour in filling. Carefully place cheesecake into preheated water bath. Bake for 12 minutes; turn oven to 350 degrees F and bake until top of cheesecake turns golden, 50 to 60 minutes. Remove cake to a wire rack to cool.

Topping Layer 1. Combine sour cream and sugar; spread over cake. Place in refrigerator for 30 minutest to harden before drizzling with caramel.

Caramel Layer 1. Make caramel according to directions on page 7. 2. Drizzle cooled caramel over cheesecake, sprinkle additional Heath bits and sprinkle with a dash of sea salt. Cover and refrigerate at least 4 hours prior to serving. “O Holy Night” Martina McBride

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Cake Ingredients:

Cake Directions:

Recipe adapted from Gimme Some Oven  2 ½ cups all-purpose flour  2 teaspoons baking powder  1 teaspoon baking soda  2 teaspoons ground cinnamon  ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg  ½ teaspoon ground ginger  ½ teaspoon salt  1 (15 ounce) can pumpkin puree (I use Libby’s pure pumpkin)  ¾ cups well-shaken buttermilk  1 teaspoon vanilla extract  2 sticks (1 cup) unsalted butter, softened  1 ½ cups granulated sugar  3 large eggs, at room temperature

Cinnamon Glaze Icing Ingredients:    

1 cup confectioners (powdered) sugar ½ teaspoon vanilla extract ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon 1 tablespoon milk

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Grease a bundt pan with cooking spray or butter, then sprinkle the entire surface with flour (or granulated sugar) and shake off the excess. 2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger and salt until combined. 3. In a separate bowl, stir together pumpkin, buttermilk and vanilla extract until combined. 4. Using an electric mixer, beat butter and granulated sugar on medium-high speed until pale and fluffy, about 3 minutes. 5. Add eggs and beat 1 minute, using a rubber spatula to scrape the bottom of the bowl so that everything is combined. 6. Reduce speed to low and add flour and pumpkin mixtures alternately in batches, beginning and ending with flour mixture and mixing until batter is just smooth. Do not overbeat. 7. Transfer batter into pan, and smooth the top of the batter with a spatula so that it is smooth. Bake until a wooden toothpick or skewer inserted in center of cake comes out clean, 45 to 50 minutes. Cool cake in pan on a cooling rack for at least 20 minutes. Then invert cake onto a cooling rack or a cake platter. 8. Top with cinnamon glaze icing when cooled, or dust with powdered sugar.

Cinnamon Glaze Icing Directions:  

Mix all ingredients together Fill sandwich bag with glaze cut small hole in corner of sandwich bag and lightly drizzle onto cake.

Note: I used a mini bundt cake pan; however you may use a regular sized bundt cake pan. Be sure to check cake periodically and insert toothpick to check for readiness.

“Walking in a Winter Wonderland” Ray Charles

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Cider Ingredients:       

59 oz Simply Apple Pure Pressed Juice ½ cup Brown Sugar 2 teaspoons Allspice, whole 3 teaspoons Cloves, whole 2 dashes of Nutmeg 1 Orange cut in half 4 sticks of Cinnamon

Directions: Recipe adapted from Tasty Kitchen

1. In a large slow cooker, combine apple juice and brown sugar. 2. Place orange slices face down into the mixture. 3. In a coffee filter or cheesecloth, place the cinnamon, allspice, cloves, and nutmeg. Carefully bring up the edges and secure spices inside using baker twine. 4. Place spice satchel into the cider mixture. 5. Cover and heat on low for 3-4 hours or high for 1-2 hours until cider is hot and fragrant. 6. To serve, reduce heat to warm and ladle into mugs. 7. Garnish with a cinnamon stick, if desired Cider may also be served chilled or wit brandy or dark rum!

“I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus” Jackson 5

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Cake Ingredients:

Directions:

Recipe adapted from Allrecipes.com

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1 cup butter, softened 2/12 cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking soda ½ teaspoon salt ¾ cup packed light brown sugar ½ cup white sugar 2 eggs ½ teaspoon vanilla extract ½ teaspoon almond extract ¾ cup coarsely chopped macadamia nuts 1 cup white chocolate chips

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Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Prepare an 8”x8” (or 9”x9”) square baking pan by lining parchment paper across the bottom and sides of the pan, like a sling. In a large bowl, cream together the butter, brown sugar, and white sugar until smooth. Beat in the eggs, one at a time Stir in the vanilla and almond extracts Combine the flour, baking soda, and salt; gradually stir into the creamed mixture. Mix in the macadamia nuts and white chocolate chips. Spread dough mixture in prepared pan. Bake for 30-35 minutes in the preheated oven, or until golden brown.

“Do You Hear What I Hear?” Whitney Houston

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1 box Devil’s Food cake mix, plus ingredients as specified on package Peppermint Extract 16 oz Cool Whip whipped topping 3.9 oz box chocolate pudding mix, plus ingredients specified on package Peppermints or chocolate to garnish

Directions 1. Follow directions on cake box and bake and cool cakes. You may bake (2) 8” or 9” cakes. If making individual servings (pictured), use a cup to cut small cakes from the layers once baked. 2. While cake is baking, prepare the chocolate pudding as specified on package. 3. Flavor Cool Whip whipped topping with a few drops of peppermint extract to taste.

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Place a few spoonfuls of Cool Whip in bottom of trifle bowl. Next, layer with chocolate cake. Layer with a few spoonfuls of Cool Whip. Layer with a few spoonfuls of chocolate pudding. Layer with cake, Cool Whip, and then pudding. Top with Cool Whip and garnish with crush peppermint and/or chocolate candies.

“You’re A Mean One, Mr. Grinch” Thurl Ravenscroft

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“It's the Most Wonderful Time of the Year” Andy Williams

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“It's Beginning to Look a Lot Like Christmas” Johnny Mathis

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1. Martha Calvo Emoji Necklace Because I am obsessed with emojis!  2. Burberry Check-Lined Wool Wrap The ultimate wrap with the signature Burberry check print. 3. Carlson Craft Crest Personalized Cards A handwritten note makes a statement. 4. Tory Burch Fitbit Tret Pendant Necklace A fashionable way to wear your Fitbit device. 5. Powersheets by Lara Casey My friends and I swear by these goal setting sheets! 6. Pretty Plum Sugar Flutter Robe A feminine, delicate robe featuring a soft print. 7. Cartier Trinity De Cartier Bracelet A dainty bracelet for women of all ages. 8. Tory Burch Whipstick T Gloves Stay warm with a must-have winter accessory. 9. Kate Spade Handwritten Note Ball Point Pen How fun are these pens?! 10. Ugg Kara Wedge A spin on a traditional winter staple. 11. Dior So Real Sunglasses Stay fashionable and protect your eyes from harmful rays. 12. Skagen Mesh Bracelet Watch An affordable watch with gold accents. “Jingle Bell Rock” Elvis Presley

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I may have a slight obsession with handbags! Recently, my go-to bags have been the Givenchy Antigona and the Prada crossbody. A few favorites this season also include (clockwise): Coach Nomad Hobo, Fendi New Baguette Shoulder Bag, Saint Laurent Sac de Jour Satchel Bag, Givenchy Antigona, Prada Vitello Daino Crossbody Bag, Mansur Gavriel Backpack. â&#x20AC;&#x153;O Come, O Come, Emmanuelâ&#x20AC;? Broadway Inspirational Voices

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From the courtroom to the basketball court, there’s something for every guy on your list! 1. Burberry Hooded Cotton Jersey Top Perfect for everyday use. 2. Giuseppe Zanotti Kriss Mid-Top Sneakers Casual and dressy at the same time.

3. Shinola The Runwell Sport Chrono Watch The Detroit-based designer’s collection has something for everyone. 4. Fendi Monster Nylon Backpack The bag with so much personality!

5. Christian Louboutin Viking Flat For the polished gent on your list. 6. Louis Vuitton Champs Elysées Bill Clip A money clip that my husband loves!

7. David Yurman Pave Cross Bracelet A versatile bracelet designed with all guys in mind. 8. Every Man’s Bible An easy to read Bible for the Christian fella!

9. Lanvin Bowtie Lapel Pin The finishing touch for a tailored suit. 10. Alexander Olch The Classic Pocket Round A A spin on a traditional pocket square. 11. Mantello Cigars Large Black Ceramic Cigar Ashtray Great for entertaining!

11 “Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas” Frank Sinatra

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1. Beats by Dre Powerbeats2 Hands-free eardbuds that are also sweat and water resistant. 2. TiVo Bolt TiVo’s latest and greatest. Say bye-bye to commercials. 3. GoPro HERO4 Compact sports and action video camera 4. Restoration Hardware Universal Selfie Stick Taking selfies has never been easier!

5. Fujifilm Instax Mini 8 Instant Film Camera An instant camera perfect for all ages.

6. Apple iPhone 6s Because the Rose Gold color is everything! 7. Microsoft Surface Pro 4 The tablet that will replace your laptop.

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8. Bose SoundLink Mini Bluetooth Speaker A wireless and compact speaker that packs a big sound.

“Rocking Around the Christmas Tree” Brenda Lee

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1 1. Briggs & Riley Luggage The most durable and practical luggage I have ever owned.

2. Eagle Creek Travel Gear Pack-It Starter Set Packing cubes will change your life! The perfect companion for your suitcase. 3. Camry Luggage Scale Avoid paying overweight fees at the airport. 4. Fendi Zucca Grande Shopping Tote Bag I’m in love with my Fendi tote. The side pockets and inside compartments are perfect for holding all of my travel necessities! 5. The Art of Shaving Fusion Travel Kit A compact travel companion for him. 6. Lilly Pulitzer On Board Dopp Kit A colorful cosmetic travel tote for her.

7. Travelon Anti-Theft Urban North South Messenger Bag Protect your personal information while sight-seeing abroad.

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“Joy to the World” Broadway Inspirational Voices

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1. Get Burning Herb Tea for Metabolism Increases the body’s metabolism. 2. Nike Air Max 2016 A Classic with a slight upgrade.

3. Eleveation 2.0 Training Mask Increases mental and physical stamina. 4. Cross Training Gloves with Wrist Support Extra support during training and weightlifting.

5. Fitbit Charge HR Wireless Activity Wristband Tracks workouts, heart rate, distance, calories burned and more!

6. Ribbon Hair Ties To tame the pony.

7. Infuser Water Bottle A simple way to add flavor to your water. 8. Jillian Michaels Killer Arms & Back A 30 minute workout that focuses on your arms and back. 9.

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7 “Let it Snow” Boys II Men

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1. Keruig KOLD Drinkmaker System Make your favorite carbonated beverages at home! 2. Pottery Barn Monogrammable Throw Snuggle up with a personalized throw. 3. Nutri Ninja Blender My go-to blender for delicious smoothies. 4. RedBliss at Home Nexus Coasters Unique and modern coasters for the home. 5. Coravin Model Two Plus My absolute favorite wine saver tool. 6. Crate & Barrel Camille Wine and Champagne Glasses My favorite wine glasses, also known as the “Olivia Pope” glasses. 7. Waterpik Aquarius Water Flosser the much needed dental accessory.

“Feliz Navidad” Jose Feliciano

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Clockwise: Mark & Graham Double Deck Playing Cards Kick-off the party with colorful playing cards. William-Sonoma Classic Croissants Legendary croissants that are sure to be a crowd pleaser. Chandon 2015 Holiday Limited Edition Blanc de Noirs A fun and festive bubbly! Mark & Graham Typographer’s Linen Dinner Napkins Personalized napkins that can be reused. Wine Folly: The Essential Guide to Wine A staple sure to be utilized throughout the year. Lindt Lindor Truffles You can never go wrong with a box of chocolates! L’Occitane Revitalizing Hand Set A set featuring hand and body gel and lotion. Downtown Candle Co. Various scents from my new favorite candle company!

“Silent Night-The 1980 Album Version” The Temptations

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Our Holiday Playlist is available on Spotify.

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You may find links to the gift wrapping images here.

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Photo credits are also located on our Pinterest board.

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For daily happenings, check us out on Instagram page!

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Special thank you to my husband Phil, my family, friends, our amazing GLWE clients, and creative partners for your continued love and support! Thank you to my two littles, Payton and Jackson who are more than I deserve!

“Jesus is the Reason for the Season” Kirk Franklin

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Founded in 2006, Geomyra Lewis Weddings and Events (GLWE) is an award-winning weddings and events management firm specializing in personalized service and attention to detail. Based in the DC metro area, GLWE works with clients coast-to-coast and internationally. We believe your love is once in a lifetime, and your wedding day should be as well! What excites our team most about working with our clients, is that we consider it a privilege to share in planning the most important day of their lives! We are ecstatic about the opportunity to help our clients tell their love stories. The team’s formal education and over a decade of planning experience have equipped us with the knowledge and skill-set needed to gracefully bring two families together. From the breathtaking reception location, tantalizing menu options, and jaw-dropping décor elements, we design events that intimately depict our clients’ distinct personalities and the connection they share. From planning to design, collectively we produce events that showcases love and style while paying attention to the finest details. Working alongside our clients and creative partners, we craft events that are unique with an emphasis on creating an unforgettable and unparalleled experience for our clients and their guests.

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“I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me” -Philippians 4:13

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