The ABC Guide for the "Bride-to-be"

Be Available – Decide on at least three possible dates to have your dream wedding.

Be Blissful – It’s your day to shine.

Be Careful – Don’t wear too much make-up. It could interfere with the photography. You want your smile captured in the most beautiful way.

Be Decisive – In choosing your bridal party, just because you know someone doesn't mean they have to be "in" the wedding. You do have a guest list.

Be Elegant – Style is important. Pick one of your own or that works for you.

Be Flexible – Sometimes a vendor that the bride wants for her wedding is not available for her special day. If the vendor is anm essentail part of the wedding, consider changing the date.

Be Graceful – Take your time to walk down the aisle and smile.

Be Happy – This is your lifetime decision.

Be Illustrious – Make this a memorable occasion for all.

Be Joyous – Enjoy your day!

Be Keen – Know where to cut your cost on the non-essential details of the wedding.

Be Loving – Love your new family.

Be Magnificent – Magic happens when you least expect it.

Be Nearby – Plan to have multiple contact numbers. You may need to be reached in the case of an emergency.

Be Organized – TNT Designs Events is always available to help you in this area.

Be Prepared – Sometimes things happen; If the cake doesn’t arrive on time...just breathe.

Be acQuainted – Get to know the Groom and his family

Be Registered – The most common question people ask when you get engaged is “where are you registered” or “where can I find your bridal registry”. So don’t forget to make a REGISTRY.

Be Sociable – Thank everyone for their love and support.

Be on TIME – Do not make your guests wait on you to arrive.

Be Understanding – Everyone, even your mother, may not like the colors you choose for your wedding.

Be Victorious – The day will end in 8-10 hours, but the moments last a lifetime.

Be Willing – You cannot invite EVERYBODY who knew you since you were 2, to your reception. Stick to a BUDGET!!!

Be eXquisite – Your style is important, whether traditional or contemporary

Be Youthful – Imaginative!

Be Zealous – FULL OF LIFE! Amen!

Mindful Efforts

Change... One Item at A Time.

Purchase apparel and merchandise

Welcome!
Welcome to our new online store!

Thanks to CafePress.com, we are now selling a number of products with unique graphics on them. Please feel free to browse through Mindful Efforts and buy anything you like!

What are Mindful Efforts?
Mindful Efforts are just that – an effort mindfully taken to do good for others. Looking at what people (in general) will get riled up for all over the world, but not in our own backyard, just gets us thinking. And it should you as well… By purchasing from this site, you too can help be the change.
Every one of the items bought on this website will help someone in need, because a portion of all profits will be donated to a specific cause.

Mindful Efforts was established in 2008 to prove that one person can do just that…

Make a “mindful effort” and help change the world.

Please consider this Mindful Effort.

Visit http://www.cafepress.com/mindfulefforts for more information.

Presentable Chaos (Web Design and Multi-Media Solutions)

For those of you who are in need of increasing your business visibility through the internet and other media sources like business cards, advertisements, post cards, flyers, etc.

I HIGHLY recommend contacting Presentable Chaos today. This is a minority female owned company. Check out the website www.presentablechaos.com and let me know your thoughts.
" We want you to know that we are very pleased with the quality of service your company provides. For four years you have faithfully delivered top quality service. We appreciate your timeliness, reasonable priced services and professional relationship.

We admire your ability to stay calm under pressure and keep focused on solutions to challenges.

We highly recommend Presentable Chaos for all of your web design and multi-media needs."

Kind regards,

TWILA MOORMAN HUNT

Owner, TNT Designs Events

My Business Inspiration

The inspiration behind TNT Designs Events is my Grandma, Mae B. Callis. Ever since I was a little girl, I knew I wanted to be an entrepreneur just like her.

The first beginnings were when I would visit her during our school breaks in Freeman, Virginia. (It was a big thing to say we were her grandchildren from Maryland) She would tell me the stories of her getting her license and working in the salon. She told me about all her family members that were also beauticians, especially her baby sister Laura. She would teach me about hairstyling, let me practice “pin-curling” her hair and hold the marcel irons and pressing comb. And even put me up on her kitchen counter and wash my hair and press my hair.

So as I got older, I thought what a great tribute to her would be to own a beauty salon and name the salon after her. It would have been named “Maebelle’s Unique Boutique”. Yes, I know that it’s not the most appealing name, but hey, it was for her.

Since that idea…I have elevated to newer heights and experiences. TNT Designs Events has become a premiere event planning and scrapbooking company located in the Prince George’s County, Maryland area.

It still remains that my Grandma is the inspiration and driving force behind TNT.

It is unfortunate that she is no longer here on earth with us to see what her granddaughter has accomplished. She is missed dearly.

Grandma -

When we think of you we think of love and strength.
We were truly blessed to have you as our grandmother.
You laid the foundation for our family.
You taught us when life gets hard to get down on our knees and pray.
You showed us that we could always rely on family.
Your spirit will forever be in our presence.
Your strength and grace will forever be remembered.
We will love you always.

Your Grandchildren

Mae Bell Callis (b.1930- d. 2008)

"Getting the Life I Deserve" Pledge

This is adapted from the Essence magazine January 2008 issue

"Getting the Life I Deserve" Pledge.

Editor-in-Chief Angela Burt Murray suggests getting friends together, making copies of this pledge and complete them. Then for everyone to do check-ups with your friend and family through the year to be sure everyone is on track.

So pass this on to your girlfriends, wives, co-workers, sista-girls, friends, and family.

MY "GETTING THE LIFE I DESERVE" PLEDGE

This is my year to be the woman I've always wanted to be.
This year I will put____________(your name) first. Starting _____________ (today's date), I will focus on taking the steps to achieve my goals. Ever since ___________, I've known that I want to ___________________________.

Today I will create a plan to realize my dreams.
1. _________________________________
2. _________________________________
3. _________________________________
4. _________________________________

Negative factors, real and imagined, will no longer be obstacles to my success.
To get over _________ (Obstacle #1), I will stop__________________.
To get over _________ (Obstacle #2), I will pray that ______________.
To get over _________ (Obstacle #3), I will plan to ________________.

I know that I will be successful because it is my dream to_____________.

To stay on track, I will have my friend ____________(friend's name)
check in on my progress every week/month/quarter (choose one)
and hold me accountable.

This is my personal 2009 pledge to myself so that I can realize my dreams and live the wonderful life I fully deserve!

________________________(Your Signature)

Celebrate In The History

JANESE SAMPSON, Designer, of Jewels Design Studio (www.jewelsdesignstudio.com) located in Wheaton, Maryland has created commemorative bracelets in honor of our 44th President,
Mr. Barack Obama.

These bracelets are made of .925 Sterling Silver and Swarovski Crystals. The different lengths and the amount of silver and crystal dictate the cost. Pricing begins at $80-$215.00.

Ms. Sampson is your creative custom jeweler specializing in Semi-Precious Stones, Pearls, Glass and Swarovski Crystals.

Contact her today and celebrate in the history.

2008 Holiday Jewelry Show

Need a gift ideas??? Do you just love creative custom-made jewelry? Join us for a 2008 Holiday Jewelry show on Saturday December 6 & Sunday December 7, 2008 in Wheaton, Maryland. Both days the show is from 3:00pm - 6:00pm. FREE Parking and gift wrapping is available. See you there!