tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-17127076451543604962024-02-07T00:06:23.294-08:00Bunting and LaceAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09366397818337012501noreply@blogger.comBlogger11125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1712707645154360496.post-82338953756793411832016-05-05T02:02:00.000-07:002016-05-05T02:02:52.563-07:00City Break- Wroclaw, Poland<div style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin: 0cm;">
<span style="font-size: 13.5pt;">What is the first thing that springs to mind what you think of
Poland? Vodka? Let me tell you there is so much more.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 13.5pt;">Wroclaw is the city of culture for 2016
and it is easy to see why. I thought we were lucky living in a city as
historical as York, with its beautiful buildings and city walls. But York has
nothing on Wroclaw. When I arrived it was late in the evening, which was
the perfect opportunity to explore. The first thing I noticed was the
architecture, it was out of this world. The majority of the city was
destroyed in the war and had to be rebuilt. The restoration was in keeping
with the style at that time. Too think that this was all rebuilt sort of takes
you back to that era.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 13.5pt;">Before arriving it is fair to say I did no
research on the city, so I really didn't know what to expect. With its river
running through and its city centre parks, it is much so different too any
other city I have visited in England. It doesn’t have the same busy feel as
London, you don’t feel enclosed. There isn’t the pollution and overcrowding
you have in London. For a country girl
it was my perfect kind of city break. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 13.5pt;">We stayed in the Sofitel in the city
centre, this is a 5 star hotel and you can tell why. The room was
spacious and the bed was amazing! The breakfast had everything you can imagine
from continental to full English. I took full advantage- stocking up on food
for the day ahead, 4 plates each morning.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 13.5pt;">On our first day we went on a city tour on
a golf buggy. Being the most safety conscious person, this sent me into
overdrive. Asking for a seatbelt and helmet wasn't well received. But
once it started it was really enjoyable. We opted to not have the audio
and the driver talked us through all the sights. This was more personal and
she was really informative. It was great way to see the sights and have
mini history lesson.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 13.5pt;">Also on the first day in the centre square
there was a Guinness World Record attempt. This was a concert to see how
many people they could have playing guitars at once- the record was broken-
over 7000 people. Needless to say it was busy.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 13.5pt;">That evening we ate at Mama Manousch, I had tuna steak. It was fantastic, so fresh.
The best I have tasted. I would 100% recommend this to anyone and the staff
where lovely to say we spoke not even one word of Polish. Let’s just say
Hola isn't Hello!!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 13.5pt;">Wroclaw is famous for its dwarf (or
krasnale</span><em style="font-stretch: inherit;"><span style="background: white; border: none windowtext 1.0pt; color: #363636; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0cm; padding: 0cm;">)</span></em><span style="font-size: 13.5pt;"> hunt. Around the city outside churches, restaurants
and tourist spots hide little dwarfs. They are in a variety of poses, from fire
fighter dwarfs protecting the cathedral from any future fires, to one outside
the city bank using an ATM. This is probably a children's activity but we
had a lot of fun. With over 200 dwarfs in the city it is safe to say we only
managed a few before we got distracted by ice cream.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 13.5pt;">The dwarf hunt originates from the Orange
Alternative Movement. During this time any street art and political artwork was
quickly painted over and covered up, meaning the people didn't have a voice.
The dwarfs were the start of a rebellion and peaceful protest, which soon
developed into a famous activity around the city.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 13.5pt;">Leigh was acting as my tour guide for the
trip as he has been to the city on business a few times before. As we
wondered in and out of the city gardens we made our way to the Tumski Bridge.
This is a love lock bridge like the famous one in Paris. Couples decorate
the bridge with locks to symbolise they love for each other. As we spent our
trip being 'typical tourists' we added our own lock. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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we went out for tea. This was our treat of the trip. We went to a small restaurant
called La Folie, a quiet place just off the centre square. This restaurant is
famous for its steak, and it didn’t disappoint. This was a perfect way to
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<span style="font-size: 13.5pt;">Full of food and wine we made our way back
to the hotel, ready to say our good byes to this beautiful city. It is
fair to say I have fallen in love. Until next time Wroclaw. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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I sit here writing this on a weekend city break in Wroclaw, Poland (a post will follow on the city as I am in love!). It has really given me time to reflect on how much has happened since I last posted- or even logged on.</div>
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The first major change is WE ARE NOW HOME OWNERS!!!!! After saving and saving for 18 months we finally managed to buy our dream little house in York. With that out of the way, I feel like I can finally sit down to start planning this wedding!!!</div>
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Now less than 12 months away, I really should set the ball in motion. Saying that we have managed in amongst things to put the essential plans into place.</div>
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As well as the venue we have now to me booked the most important part, the church. It is a beautiful little church in our parish. The inside is quaint with stain glass and modern touches here and there.</div>
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We have booked the photographer, an amazing local photographer Neil Jackson. He is based in Scarborough, so nice and local. His work really is amazing, you could say more like art. A post will definitely follow on this as it was an easy decision to go with him, and I will go into more detail as too why in a later post.</div>
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So with the three big things in place, I now cant wait to start looking for things properly!!!! Here is too a stress free (I hope) and fun 12 months!! The countdown starts now.</div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">When planning a wedding there is so much to consider. From
themes, budget and colour schemes. All
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on matching save the dates, invites, name cards and table plans? Or do you go
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">You can find there website here http://www.edwardsandlace.co.uk/ or visit the shop on Etsy. https://www.etsy.com/shop/EdwardsandLace</span><br>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09366397818337012501noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1712707645154360496.post-3841511407340481532015-04-17T01:40:00.001-07:002015-05-09T11:56:25.410-07:00To church or not to church<div dir="ltr">
So a little update... We have FINALLY reserved a wedding date! Saturday 15th April 2017. With saving for a house we want to make sure we have enough time to plan and arrange things with out it being too much of a rush.</div>
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Now we have found out dream venue of Sandburn Hall, we now have a larger dilemma of whether to get married in a church. </div>
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Being brought up in a family of going to Sunday school and being surrounded by grandparents who where church wardens, getting married in a church is important to me. I understand it isn't for everybody but for me it is something I have grown up dreaming of a nice church wedding.</div>
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With this in mind the big dilemma of finding a church has risen. We want to get married in York as that is where we will be buying a house. It is important for us to find a church which we can continue to go to and have out children christened in. </div>
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Not being part of a parish in York. I am finding it tricky on how to get the ball rolling. I have found a website which joins together all the churches in the city center. </div>
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http://www.yorkcitychurches.org.uk/weddings.html</div>
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This is really informative and has links to other sites which goes in to details about how you qualify for a church wedding, the fees and how you go about arranging it.</div>
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After finding this site it put my mind at ease that we should be able to arrange somewhere with not much hassle. </div>
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For the time being there is no rush.... I don't think, so I will keep you all updated on where we decide. </div>
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Faye <u>xx</u></div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09366397818337012501noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1712707645154360496.post-4365546560012441862015-03-13T04:30:00.001-07:002015-03-13T09:03:58.940-07:00How I found my love for running.<div class="MsoNormal">
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<span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">At the end of September we arrived back from a fantastic holiday
in Spain. With another week before I started back at work I was conscious
I need to do something to drastically to shift the extra holiday pounds I
seemed to of found. ( This is what three scoops of ice cream a day does
to you.)<o:p></o:p></span><u1:p></u1:p></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">With this in mind I spent the next week at my parents which is in
the lovely country side of West Yorkshire and decided this was the week I was
going to once and for all force myself to love exercise. <o:p></o:p></span><u1:p></u1:p></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">The week went something like this, it was a mix between playing
badminton with my twin brother, which he basically stood still and I did all
the work ( I was exhausted at the end of it), with a daily run thrown in.
I stated basic, just running around the village for a gentle 2k and I was
surprised how it made me feel.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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run more and more. Mostly at the gym as it was now winter and awful
outside and I didn’t feel brave enough to venture out in the cold. I
found running as a great form of stress release, it really helped me forget
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<span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">By December I decided to enter the Jane Tomlinson Run For All in
Leeds. This is a 10k so I thought it would be a nice challenge for a
beginner. I roped in some family members to take part with me and
currently there are 6 of us. We are running in memory of my Grandma who
passed away in July at one of the Sue Ryder hospices. I thought it would
be a fitting way to say thank you for the fantastic work they do and a great
way to give back. My Grandma was only in Manorlands for two days but the
hospice has helped our family a lot over the years for various people and it is
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for everyone’s progress. My<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span></span><span style="background: white; color: #222222; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">Dad is
doing so well, I took him to the gym on Saturday and he beat me at 5k, (
he hasn’t exercised properly for a long time !) we did 3 mins walk and 7 mins
running. He was so fast, at one point he was at speed 14 and I was actively
looking around for a defibrillator just in case. He was showing off so
then slowed down. We did the same on Sunday as well; I wasn't being beaten by
an old man so I pushed really hard and we both finished dead on 40 mins.
He has been most days this week and on Tuesday shaved 3 minutes off his
time!!!! Not bad for an oldie!! </span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">I am very proud.<o:p></o:p></span><u1:p></u1:p></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">With the majority of us being couch potatoes this is a big step
for us, we are aiming to raise around £1000 for Sue Ryder and if you are
interested in sponsoring us please click on the link below to learn more and
give to a really worthy cause.<o:p></o:p></span><u1:p></u1:p></div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09366397818337012501noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1712707645154360496.post-41088500845226879352015-01-09T13:56:00.005-08:002015-01-14T11:21:34.897-08:00Wedding Cake TrendsSince becoming engaged one of my biggest pass times has become stalking the internet looking at amazing wedding cakes. I love how much detail you can have these days and the inner greedy girl in me loves how many different flavours are on offer.<br>
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Looking through cakes I have noticed a few trends, here are examples of just a few. All the cakes features are by local wedding company York Cakes. They specialise in bespoke creations all designed to really show off the couples personality and to reflect any specific theme. <br>
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My journey with Slimming World started just before <strike>I became engaged </strike> we became engaged.<br />
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Since starting University in 2009 I have struggled with my weight. Living on my own and having nobody to relay on to make my meals made me lazy and I would prefer to grab a burger rather than make a good meal. Living at home, my mum was able to manage my potion sizes and watch what I ate, meaning I alway had a balanced diet and was slim with out trying hard.<br />
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Over the the past 5 years my weight has steadily gone from a 10 stone to 12 stone 13 pounds. While at University this didn't really bother me too much as I was far too busy partying and generally having a good time. Whenever people mentioned I had gained weight I would always brush it off and say I would lose it when I have finished Uni and don't have a dissertation to worry about. Well this soon came around and the weight stayed.<br />
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Moving into our first home together didn't help, we always tried to cook healthy meals but a lot of the time finishing work would mean we would much rather grab something quick.<br />
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Having tried fad diets in the past I knew this wasn't for me. I tried Herbalife in the past, I found this was a quick fix to weight loss. I did this for about a month and lost around half a stone. But the negatives really out weighed the positives, for me I see food as a social activity and I hated saying oh I'm just having a shake for lunch On top of this I was starving, and when I say starving I literally mean I was angry I was that hungry all the time. In general it made me very unhappy, so needless to say this didn't last long, and as soon as it stop the weight just crept back on.<br />
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My journey really started on 1st April 2014 ( yes I know April fools day but I was ready to take things seriously). I weighed up the options between joining online and finding a group. For me if i had to attend a group every week it would be more motivational for me and would mean I had make a conscious effort to go. I decided to join on my own as at that time I didn't really know if any one would be up for joining with me. <br />
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Initially the first meeting blew my mind!!! Lots of talk about Free foods, speed foods, super frees, A choice, B choice I left the group feeling confused. When you join you are given a welcome pack which is now like my bible. I went home from the first meeting and read the pack cover to cover and I found I could really get my head into it. <br />
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The founding principles with Slimming World is it is a lifestyle change. I found working in an office was hard as there is temptation all around, whether it is someones birthday or someone just baked a cake, there is always something to snack on and this was my biggest down fall. Slimming World really encourages you to snack on the right things. I substituted all my snacks for fruit and everyday at work I made sure I had enough supplies to take me through the day, this way I could avoid temptation. <br />
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Slimming World really works on the basis that by being on a 'diet' you needn't miss out on anything. I didn't miss any social occasions, ate food I enjoyed and could still have treats. The Slimming World website is really helpful as it gives you meal plans, from breakfast to snacks and from quick lunches to catering for a dinner party. I found that this tool really helped me as I could plan what I was eating through the week and this in turn made it a lot easier to stick to the plan. The main changes I found was eating a smaller breakfast portion, and not something packed full of sugar and changing my snacking. As long as you combine this with healthy lunches and dinners you can still have a little bit of what you fancy.<br />
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A few months into my journey I moved areas to Doncaster, here I joined Vicky's group at Carcroft. I went from attending a group where I sat on my own and nobody really spoke to me to being really involved and feeling very welcomed. Vicky offers a lot of support throughout the class, sharing her personal stories and how she may have come back from a bad meal. I found her classes are really up beat and my weigh loss came on a lot since joining her group. I think finding a group that I loved really helped my weight loss, and I can honestly say with out Vicky's guidance I may have had slips and not reached my target. She really is a fantastic consultant!<br />
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Here are some of my top tips:<br />
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<li>Muller Light yogurts became my saviour are they are also quite sweet.</li>
<li>Snacking on fruit.</li>
<li>Making sure you have good snacks at work or on the go it is amazing how it helps.</li>
<li>Changing from full fat fizzy drinks to diet. This was a big thing for me as I love Coke.</li>
<li>Swapping your full fat caramel lattes for an americano as the sugar content is sky high.</li>
<li>Planning ahead so you have in the right foods for lunch and tea so you cannot be tempted with the ready meals.</li>
<li>keep a food diary, you will be less tempted to run astray if you have to consciously write it down.</li>
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Below are a few pictures of my journey. I reached my target weight of 10 stone on 17th November after being a member for 35 weeks. So the next chapter is sticking to it. I am going to introduce more treats and a combination of more gym sessions to become more toned is my next step.</div>
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anniversary of my Granny passing away, and as she didn’t know about our
engagement I decided to honour it with a trip to my very first bridal boutique.
Planning our wedding in York I really wanted a part of West Yorkshire to be present
on the day. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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situated in the heart of Yorkshire. Addingham is a quaint village next door to
the thriving town of Ilkley. Open in October Laura has set up Lovebird
Brides to incorporate her love for classic glamour and her keen eye for
beautiful pieces.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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the classic and vintage feel of the dresses. Filled with classic
furniture and draped in gorgeous handmade accessories the boutique really makes
you feel like you have stepped back in time. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Maria Senvo and Charlotte Balbier and there isn’t a big fat gypsy wedding dress
insight. Instead Laura has cleverly picked designs which wouldn’t look
out of place in Great Gatsby. From 1920s
Glamour to Vintage Chic, if you are interested in vintage and classic gowns
this really is the place to be. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #222222;">Being my first bridal shop experience
I really had no idea what to even pick off the rail. All I had in mind is
that the general theme of the day will be vintage decor and pastel
colours. Taking Laura’s advice I let her lead me as what to try on.
The dress which really stood out to me as soon as I walked in was a Charlotte
Balbier ivory piece called Belle, this full gown was a princess style dress
with a full skirt. This gorgeous dress would fit perfectly in anyone’s
romantic day; it really would make any bride the centre of attention. The
full skirt has delicate lace detail which really stands out and the bodice has
elegant lace straps which cover the sweetheart neckline in an appropriate and
classic way. Though this dress really was stunning and when you picture a
wedding this will be the dress most brides imagine, it really wasn't me. It
seemed too girly and I would be far too worried I would trip over the full
skirt.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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full lace to satin with a lace top and without giving too much away all the
gowns where gorgeous. This experience really made me realise that Charlotte
Balbier is the designer for me. She really embodies everything I am looking for
in a dress and I feel it would complement the overall feel of the day.
Her feminine designs are elegant and flattering and her styles will suit any
bride who loves traditional glamour. Her pieces range in colour from the
traditional white and ivory to gold’s, creams and blush which I found really
flatter darker skin tones and are very warming.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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One thing which really stood out to me about the boutique was Laura’s handmade
accessories. Lah De Da accessories are created using crystals and pearls . Her
accessories range from hair pins to head pieces and belts to bespoke designs.
These pieces really do finish an outfit. I was amazing how her creations
transform a simple dress. You may find you try a dress on that you like
but are not amazed by, then you add a head piece and a belt and you feel like
you have tried on a completely new design. Laura really has an eye for
which pieces competent each dress. She cleverly has included pearls into some
designs which brings out the tones in the dresses and complements the lace and
pearls in the designs.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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of jewellery and create them into a new design. For example taking an old set
of pearls and transforming them into a bracelet, earrings or threading them
into the dress. This would be a unique way to have a part of family history present
on the wedding day.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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wasn’t expecting to visit one bridal shop and decided not to go anywhere else.
Laura at Lovebirds has done such a wonderful job with the new boutique and I
really feel some of the more established stores in the area have just gained
hot new competition. I wish her all the
success and I defiantly won’t be visiting any other boutiques. I had no
idea that the first boutique I visited I would find the one..... Watch this space;
I think I have found the dress.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09366397818337012501noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1712707645154360496.post-36276293501894848272014-09-04T22:52:00.001-07:002014-09-04T22:58:31.859-07:00Flash back Friday <p dir="ltr">Today I am starting a new flash back Friday thread. Dedicated to the marriages I look up too, to the people who show me love and inspiration daily.  Today is dedicated to my lovely parents. Having just celebrated their silver wedding, your strength and commitment to each other is inspiring. The support and love you show each other, I hope in many years to come I can be this happy still.</p>
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Weddings at stately homes, outdoors, abroad on a beach, back gardens, you really can be married and hold a reception anywhere.</span></div><div><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><br></span></div><div><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">We have to decide between two choices, do we plan our day in York, the city we met, graduated University in and started our life together. Or do we go down the more traditional route and marry in my family's parish in my Grandma's church, she passed away a few weeks after we became engaged so this would be a way of having a part of her with me on the day.</span></div><div><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><br></span></div><div><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">For quite a while I found trying to make a decision on the location very difficult, my heart was being pulled from both sides. I just wanted to please everybody.</span></div><div><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><br></span></div><div><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">We decided to approach it from a different perspective, taking a step back for now and just have fun looking round venues and see what feels right.</span></div><div><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><br></span></div><div><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Over the next few months we will be visiting venues across York and West Yorkshire, and here I will be sharing my honest (but kind) opinion.</span></div><div><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><br></span></div><div><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">We split our top venues into two lists, North and West Yorkshire and Sandburn Hall in York was top of our list for North Yorkshire. As we want to go down the vintage theme all the pictures I had seen on Pinterest and social media I instantly fell in love. </span></div><div><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><br></span></div><div><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">When we arrived for our show around we where met by Lucinda, she was warm, welcoming and very knowledgable. It is fair to say this venue does not disappoint, the views over the golf course are amazing, we were lucky enough to visit on a sunny day and the weather really shows off the venue. The viewing started off with a great size reception room for the welcome drinks, equipt with its own bar, this room was intimate enough to hold our potential day quests and could even house a string quartet.</span></div><div><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><br></span></div><div><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">The stairs upto the main room where decorated with flowers for the days wedding, I could picture our bunting twirled around the banister. </span></div><div><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">The first thing you notice when you enter the main room are the beams. Striped back to the bare wood it really is a big focal point.</span></div><div><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><br></span></div><div><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">This room really is a blank canvas for any theme wedding. We love all the DIY wedding ideas so could really imagine setting up the room exactly how we wanted it.</span></div><div><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><br></span></div><div><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">One thing I took away from the viewing was how accommodating the company seemed. Nothing seemed like it would be too much trouble and they sounded really interested and positive about some of our ideas.</span></div><div><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><br></span></div><div><font style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">It is fair to say Sandburn Hall has shot up to the top of our York list, it really is going to be a tough act to follow.</font></div><div><font style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><br></font></div><div><font style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><br></font></div><div><font style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7Map0lGPKlYAZaMJFqRf9572waRhsWlMUwLd7aO488Y4ZQYH33ETcu9HldKlEKm4Z0ZL4NiIPtn9aBg09ZYuETWnbVNsk-yiD3VrYYSDu3cJU56Ou579SogZJs4m7T8y_AQDhITr68VB5/s640/blogger-image-943253130.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7Map0lGPKlYAZaMJFqRf9572waRhsWlMUwLd7aO488Y4ZQYH33ETcu9HldKlEKm4Z0ZL4NiIPtn9aBg09ZYuETWnbVNsk-yiD3VrYYSDu3cJU56Ou579SogZJs4m7T8y_AQDhITr68VB5/s640/blogger-image-943253130.jpg"></a></div><br></font></div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09366397818337012501noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1712707645154360496.post-8417834305319656732014-08-18T10:06:00.001-07:002014-08-18T13:34:12.422-07:00Fulford Flowers Wedding Fayre<p dir="ltr">Lets start at the very beginning!</p>
<p dir="ltr">On June 1st, we indulged in our very first bit of wedding planning. After following Fulford Flowers on Facebook for a long time, I became obsessed with their designs. </p>
<p dir="ltr">As soon as I became engaged I knew I had to attend this wedding fayre, I knew this was an annual event at the York Barbican, but I was well aware I would look like a physco girl friend attending before I even became engaged. So when Leigh finally popped the question just a few weeks before, I made sure we had to be there.</p>
<p dir="ltr">In true Neal style, we arrived 45 minutes early... so we decided to walk into York and visit our lovely jewellers Bradley's on Petergate. Kate and the team are so friendly and really make you feel like a princess, this was my first visit as Leigh bought the ring without me. The girls in the shop wanted to hear all about the proposal so <span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">it gave me the opportunity to show off my ring in person.</span></p>
<p dir="ltr">When we finally arrived back at the Barbican it was just in time for the doors to open. With the most amazing cars outside and rose petals on the ground it really was the perfect entrance.</p>
<p dir="ltr">Once inside we where greeted and encouraged to enter a competition to win Ed Sheeran tickets. This was our introduction to the wedding world, let alone our first wedding fayre I was amazed at how many stands there where.</p>
<p dir="ltr">At first I was a little over whelmed and didn’t know where to start.</p>
<p dir="ltr">Lots of businesses stood out to me and there where also lots of types of businesses I wouldn’t even of thought of.</p>
<p dir="ltr">Along with all the standard wedding services, something which caught my eye was the Le Creuset gift list, what a wonderful way to start married life than with a kitchen full of colourful cook wear!</p>
<p dir="ltr">One supplier which we were both in love with was Superior Motor Cars, the lady on the stand was so friendly, she was a friend of the company and had used the cars at her own wedding. Having her perspective really sold this company for me. Along with the cars at the entrance the gallery was amazing. My Fiancée was really taken by the old American muscle cars, I think the appeal was that you could drive yourself to the venue (which the groom’s men would love), and I think he thought this would be the perfect way to start the day.</p>
<p dir="ltr">Meeting Sheryl the event organiser was a lovely part of the day, she runs Fulford Flowers and she really is a book of knowledge about weddings and local suppliers. Amongst all the lot stands her company really caught my eye, the fresh flowers looked fantastic and I could really see myself being surrounded by her flowers on my big day.</p>
<p dir="ltr">As this was the first wedding fayre we had attended I really feel like I walked around in a massive daze. Trying to take everthing in and pick up as much information as we could, we came home with bags of information from suppliers and my little wedding planning album is now well and truly starting to take shape.</p><p dir="ltr"><br></p>
<p dir="ltr">Below is a list of supplier which really stood out to me:</p>
<p dir="ltr">· Superior Motor Cars- <a href="tel:01759%20368544" x-apple-data-detectors="true" x-apple-data-detectors-type="telephone" x-apple-data-detectors-result="0">01759 368544</a> www.superiormotorcars.co.uk </p>
<p dir="ltr">· Fulford Flowers - <a href="tel:01904%20631791" x-apple-data-detectors="true" x-apple-data-detectors-type="telephone" x-apple-data-detectors-result="1">01904 631791</a> www.fulfordflowers.com</p>
<p dir="ltr">· Ambience Venue Styling - <a href="tel:07792%20353092" x-apple-data-detectors="true" x-apple-data-detectors-type="telephone" x-apple-data-detectors-result="2">07792 353092</a> www.ambiencevenuestyling.com/contact-us/york/ </p>
<p dir="ltr">· Hornington Manor Yorkshire- <a href="tel:01132%20055204" x-apple-data-detectors="true" x-apple-data-detectors-type="telephone" x-apple-data-detectors-result="3">01132 055204</a> www.horningtonmanorholidaylets.co.uk</p>
<p dir="ltr">· Birds Vintage Tea Party - <a href="tel:0779636" x-apple-data-detectors="true" x-apple-data-detectors-type="telephone" x-apple-data-detectors-result="5">077963</a>60133 www.birdsvintageteaparty.co.uk </p>
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