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FEATURES 10 These Little Treats Will Steal the Show Mini Cheesecake Tartlets
14 Dazzle and Shine Completing the Wedding Day Look with Colonial Jewelers
16 Holy Yoga De-stress and Deep Breaths
24 Capturing the Magic How One Professional Photographer
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Helps Her Brides Bring Those Fairy-Tale Moments to Life
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INGREDIENTS Serves 24 + 1 package sugar cookie dough + Whipped cream for topping + 8 oz. cream cheese + Dutch Chocolate for dusting + 1/2 cup sugar + 1 tsp. vanilla
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DIRECTIONS 01 Preheat oven to 350 degrees. 02 Divide sugar cookie dough into 24 portions. 03 Press each slice into a greased mini muffin tin going 2/3 up the sides. 04 Bake 8-10 minutes until the edges just start to turn a golden-brown. 05 Cool 5 minutes. 06 While they are cooling, beat cream cheese until smooth. 07 Add sugar and vanilla, beating for 2-3 minutes until creamy. 08 Fold in the whipped cream. 09 Spoon cheesecake filling (or pipe it) into each cup. 10 Pipe with whipped cream and dust with chocolate before serving.
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TA M E YO U R INNER B R I D E Z I LL A
KEEPING IT ALL IN PERSPECTIVE
YOUR DREAM WEDDING AND RECEPTION ARE PLANNED DOWN TO THE MINUTE IN DETAIL. It is going to be perfect. You have counted and recounted the RSVPs and scoured all your sources for THE linens to bring the wow to the place settings. And you could just pinch yourself over the to die for custom-color on the cake. After all, this isn’t just any event—this is THE big day. The day you’ve dreamt of since, well, forever. What happens when things don’t exactly go as planned or you can’t afford the dress you’ve had your eye on? After all, it’s impossible to anticipate something like the cake not arriving on time, or being unable to book THE venue, or, on the wedding day, one of the groomsmen is stuck on a boat that’s run out of gas in the middle of the Chesapeake Bay (true story). With a bit of forethought and preparation, you can tame your inner Bridezilla.
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M A K E A B U D G E T.
Decide which things are most important to you and fill in the rest with what makes sense according to what’s left.
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E N L I S T H E L P.
Surround yourself with people who love and support
ARTICLE RHONDA STEPHENS
you—your ride-or-die besties who are there when
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K N O W T H AT THINGS HAPPEN.
Manage your expectations. Maybe your bridesmaids
you need them. Delegate as much as possible so that
can’t afford the dress you saw in a celebrity wedding—
your to-do list is easily managed.
go with plan B.
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K E E P YO U R SENSE OF HUMOR.
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B R E AT H E .
Practice ways to destress. Whether it’s yoga, tak-
Sure, you’ve envisioned it a million times, but life is life
ing a power nap or having a glass of wine with
with only so much you can control—best to carry on
friends, finding positive ways to relieve anxiety and
with a light heart.
stress will serve you well, long past the big day.
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HEALTHY LIFESTYLE ARTICLE RHONDA STEPHENS
Holy Yoga DE-STRESS AND DEEP BREATHS “YOGA IS WELL KNOWN FOR ITS AMAZING STRENGTHENING AND TONING BENEFITS, BUT IT IS EQUALLY BENEFICIAL FOR REDUCING STRESS. Studies speak to how practicing this ancient series of stretches and poses along with mindful breathing helps to reduce anxiety and lower stress almost instantly,” says Jen Moye, Marketing Director for Holy Yoga. “Holy Yoga is for everyone and every body. No matter where you come from—if you’ve been practicing for years, never tried yoga before, aren’t physically fit, worry that you aren’t bendy enough or are overweight—you just have to show up on your mat and simply be there and be present in the moment. We are different from most traditional yoga programs. We don’t want you to feel like you have to have it all together to come. We believe yoga is a beautiful conduit to let God do His work if you allow Him to,” says Jen. “The goal in our community is that everyone would find a safe place to belong.” Much like traditional Eastern yoga, Holy Yoga’s practice incorporates the essential elements of yoga: breathing, meditation and physical poses with, for many in the Holy Yoga community, Christ as the focus of worship. Yoga is the perfect practice for anyone who desires to slow down and be fully present and, especially so, for a bride on her special day or a stressed-out mother of the bride. We all know how stressful the wedding day can be. A pre-wedding mini-yoga session with the bride and her bridesmaids could be the answer to minimizing that anxiety and getting off on the right foot. Utilizing yoga techniques that calm and bring perspective are great tools to have in your toolbox. There are things that happen, mentally, physically and emotionally, when you slow down breathing by taking deep, intentional breaths. The result is reduced stress and a clearer, more focused mind. Who couldn’t use that every day but, especially on your wedding day? HolyYoga.net Whether you join for your personal practice, instructor training, spiritual formation, or anything in between, Holy Yoga creates space for a life-changing transformation through their worldclass programs where you can experience a new way to worship. Holy Yoga TV is a subscription streaming service bringing the best yoga classes to your home. Use the QR code for a free trial of Holy Yoga TV streaming. 16
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“The goal in our community is that everyone would find a safe place to belong.” –Jen Moye
Pose 1: Standing Forward Fold Standing, take a deep breath in and as you breathe out, slowly lower the top half of your body toward the ground, moving your torso toward your thighs. Notice how you surrender your anxiety, worries and cares.
Pose 2: Easy Seated Pose Seated, with legs crossed or not. Sit up tall and in a posture in which you are still and comfortable. Notice your breath coming in and out of your nostrils. Simply observe your breath for a moment.
Pose 3: Extended Child’s Pose Sitting on your calves (buttocks on feet), take a deep breath in, raising your hands overhead. Fold forward into extended child’s pose. Rest here for as long as you need to, being mindful of your breathing.
Pose 4: Reclining Bound Angle Lie on your back and bring the soles of your feet together. Place cushions underneath your knees or hips for additional support if desired. Gently place one hand on your stomach area and one hand on your heart, as you begin to focus on your breath. Not judging it or trying to change it, simply notice the exchange of breath on your inhale and exhale. You can make it more of a heart opener by placing a block or rolled-up blanket under your back.
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ARTICLE DENISE SNODELL
CHEERS TO M E M O R A B LE MOMENTS DREAM GOWN? Check. Persnickety florist? Check. Top-notch wedding planner? Check. Unexpected glitches? Check-Check-Check. I have attended and participated in many different weddings across the country. Every blessed event had one thing in common: some sort of unforeseen mishap. Amazingly, not one involved a wacky uncle + booze. To all future brides and grooms, “zillas” included, the only thing I can advise is to roll with the fiasco. With every marriage, your sense of humor is necessary icing on the multi-tiered cake. You may as well start laughing on day one. Here are some true-life wedding blunders from my own experiences… Years ago, a dear friend invited me to be her
what had happened! But they did notice when the heel of my left shoe got stuck between the garden bricks. Good times.
maid of honor. We lived in different cities. When
Then there was the wedding of some friends in the broadcast
I arrived days before the wedding, we noticed my
industry. The bride had asked a talented videographer to tape her
pink taffeta frock endured travel wrinkles - despite
big day. He agreed, but privately grumbled to me her wedding
my direct flight, oversized garment bag and careful
was scheduled the same time his beloved football team was play-
packing. “No problem,” said the giggly bride, “I’ll
ing. He had never missed a game in his life. Ever!
have my dry cleaner press it!”
The videographer found a creative solution. Just before the
The morning of the Sunday wedding, my friend
wedding, he showed me the transistor radio in his suit pocket.
realized she forgot to pick up the dress the evening
The earbud wires looked like video equipment. He was all grins
before. The dry cleaner was closed with the maid
until the church’s sound system somehow picked up the game’s
of honor’s gown locked inside! Luckily, her groom
frequency during the vows. Fumble!
and his buddy were freshly-minted journalists.
My future husband and I were a new item. I was keeping a low
They quickly employed their investigative skills,
profile as “the girlfriend.” Shyness and some bad static cling will
tracked down the owner’s home number (via the
do that. So when it came time for the bride to toss the bouquet, I
fire department) and met the grumpy bed-headed
hid in the back of the room. Way back. Her throw was so wild, it
man at the shop.
surpassed the anxious “single ladies“ in the front, went through
Hours later, I began my promenade down the aisle. It was an outdoor wedding. The sky was blue.
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the chandelier and literally fell into my arms. Sometimes, even the flubs can lead to wonderful things.
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ARTIST’S PALETTE
CAPTURING the
M AG IC HOW ONE PROFESSIONAL PHOTOGRAPHER HELPS HER BRIDES BRING THOSE FAIRY-TALE MOMENTS TO LIFE
ARTICLE AMBER SMITH & AMANDA SUMMERS PHOTOGRAPHY AMANDA SUMMERS
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Conf idence is Beautiful
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WE ALL KNOW THAT FOR MANY BRIDES, END-
2. PHOTOGRAPHERS HAVE TO MOVE FAST ON
LESS HOURS GO INTO PREPARING FOR THE BIG
WEDDING DAY. YOU HAVE A BRIDE WHO IS VISIBLY
DAY. While there is so much fun involved in the journey,
UNCOMFORTABLE BEING THE CENTER OF ATTEN-
tears, stress and meltdowns are not uncommon in the
TION AND PHOTOSHOOTS ARE NOT “HER THING.”
wedding planning process.
WHAT DO YOU DO? That’s me, so I understand this on a
The big day arrives, a million details are swirling
personal level! Part of my job as a photographer is to be the
around and the pressure is on as the ceremony nears.
hype woman. An engagement session will allow the bride
The click of the shutter is heard as the photographer
to get to know me and to feel more comfortable in front of
tests out the lighting. For some brides, they come alive
the camera. She is not expected to naturally know what to
in front of the camera so this may not be overwhelming.
do during a session so I try to be aware of cues that the
But for many, this is the last thing they feel comfortable
bride is uncomfortable. I want her to feel like everything she
doing—and don’t get me started on the grooms!
is doing is exactly what I asked, even if it wasn’t what I had
We’ve asked professional wedding photographer
in mind—that’s part of the confidence building. I like to joke
and comedic family wrangler Amanda Summers how
around a lot, which facilitates a less stressful experience. All
on earth she is able to capture moments like this in the
in all, my energy needs to balance my bride’s energy. If I act
midst of a whirlwind day and how future brides can pre-
stressed over a delayed timeline, she will feel that and it will
pare for their moment in the spotlight.
show in the photos!
1. BY THE TIME A BRIDE GETS TO HER WEDDING
3. WHEN BRIDES ARE INTERVIEWING PHOTOGRA-
DAY, SHE’S LIKELY RUNNING ON EMPTY, YET
PHERS, WHAT ARE SOME QUESTIONS THEY SHOULD
YOU’VE CAPTURED A MILLION BREATHTAKING
ASK TO DETERMINE IF THEY ARE THE RIGHT FIT? First
SHOTS OF PEACEFUL, JOY-FILLED BRIDES LIKE
and foremost, look at the photographer’s work and ask to
THE ONES IN THESE PHOTOS. HOW DO YOU DO
see a full wedding gallery which reveals the flow of the day,
IT? Full transparency—photos don’t always show the
typical shots captured and overall style. Ask them about
actual chaos of the moment. However, keeping in mind
their shooting technique, whether it’s documentary, candid,
the way the couple wants to remember their day is cru-
posed or a mixture. It’s also important to ask whether they
cial. Being able to remove distractions can make a huge
have insurance, what their file backup process entails and
difference. I feel I’m pretty good at reading people so I
what would happen in case of an unforeseen circumstance
like to take time and check in on my brides, make sure
where they cannot be there on your wedding day. It’s helpful
they’re feeling okay and have what they need. When the
to know an estimate of how many photos you will receive,
bride feels confident and special—naturally or because
how they will be delivered to you and the turnaround time
I’ve helped make her feel that way—you can see those
after your wedding. Every photographer has a different
emotions show up in the photos. The goal is to feel
process, but knowing what to expect and when is helpful in
those same positive emotions again in the future.
managing your own expectations.
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“WHEN THE BRIDE FEELS CONFIDENT AND SPECIAL– NATURALLY OR BECAUSE I’VE HELPED MAKE HER FEEL THAT WAY–YOU CAN SEE THOSE EMOTIONS SHOW UP IN THE PHOTOS. THE GOAL IS TO FEEL THOSE SAME POSITIVE EMOTIONS AGAIN IN THE FUTURE.” CityLifestyle.com/Frederick
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4. A BRIDE IS ON A BUDGET BUT WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY IS IMPORTANT TO THEM. ANY SUGGESTIONS ON HOW TO NAVIGATE THIS? Prioritize your budget with photography. A lot of people are working with modest budgets, just don’t skimp on what matters most to you. There are other areas you can cut back on to make it work, for example, wedding favors. In my opinion, that is the first thing that can go. Guests don’t need a personalized koozie, perfectly packaged s’mores or sunglasses paying tribute to your wedding colors. That’s not to say those things aren’t awesome if you have room in your budget but guests will not sit there wondering where their favor is; they’ll be eating, drinking, dancing and having a good time. Make sure you share your photos with family, friends and guests, making the investment even more worth it. 5. YOUR PHOTOS LOOK LIKE THEY ARE OUT OF A FAIRY-TALE. THE LIGHTING, THE GLOW, THE WHOLE BRIDAL ENSEMBLE JUST FEELS MAGICAL. CAN YOU SHARE A LITTLE PROFESSIONAL INSIGHT ON HOW YOU BRING THIS MAGIC TO LIFE? I think a lot goes into this! If you, the bride, feel comfortable and confident it will make a world of difference. Choose a dress that you love, have your hair and make up done professionally, even for a more natural look, and oops, I’m saying it again—trust your photographer! Clients may initially pick locations for photos without knowing how lighting impacts the overall look. I will choose a location with good, glowy light over a specific backdrop, every single time. Sometimes it’s best to stay in a spot versus moving all around the venue, if the lighting is that good. Amanda loves getting to see her couples through many milestones in their lives and the fact that she gets invited back year after year to see where life has taken them, makes her so happy! She cares about her clients and is invested in their lives, beyond just photo shoot days. If you feel she may be a good fit, reach out and start the conversation! AmandaSummersPhoto.com
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OPENING DAY ON THE WALKERSVILLE SOUTHERN RAILROAD
4, 11, 18, 25
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sions at 11 a.m. and 2 p,m. Enjoy
the Dead's extensive catalog and the talent of these seven fine musicians.
Sky Stage
Good Will Yoga for only $10 at Sky
display, as well as Train videos in
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the museum. Reservations recom-
Enrollment may be limited in accor-
mended. Rides last 1 hour and 10
dance with city and county coronavirus
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19 SALSA UNDER THE STARS Sky Stage
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FIRST SATURDAY DOWNTOWN MAYFEST Downtown Frederick
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a showcase of Locomotives on
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Hispanic culture through dance. Must come with own dance partner.
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Best known for his soulful voice and
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Mason was inducted into the Rock and
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