Happy New Year - 2008 Resolutions

Happy New Year! This is my last blog for 2007 so I thought I would write about my resolutions for the new year. Resolutions are defined as: resolving to do something; a course of action determined or decided on; a firm determination.

The critics state that the average resolution is lost or forgot after 30 days. So by January 31, 2008 most people have tossed their resolution. Critics believe it takes 30 days to kick or initiate a habit.

My 2008 New Year's Resolutions

1. Lifestyle Change. I resolute to change my eating habits and incorporate a consistent, realistic exercise and healthy eating plan. Notice, I did not call this a "diet" I resolute to lose 30 pounds before the summer of 2008.

2. Learn a new Language. Rosetta Stone and I will have a serious relationship in 2008. I will challenge myself with learning a foreign language.

3. Volunteer. I have really slacked in this area. I resolute to do more volutneer work within the community. I have passion for the youth and at-risk population based programs.

4. Finances. I resolute to save more money in 2008 and spend more wisely.

5. Time Management. I resolute to manage my time more effectively and effeciently in 2008.

6. Networking. Networking is critical to success. I resolute to "net-work" more within the Nashville community.

My Favorite Things 2007

First, I'd like to give KUDOS to Oprah, the founder of "Favorite Things" Everyone has some favorite things. I have some things that are my absolute favorite. See below a list of 25 of my FT...

Rhonda's Fave 25

1. Blackberry 8830 World Edition Smart Phone by Verizon Wireless.
2. Flavored Coffee by Godiva
3. 57' LCD by Magnavox
4. WII by Nintendo (Dance Dance Revolution is a fun calorie burner)
5. Daisy Perfume by Marc Jacobs
6. Blue River Canyon Day Spa- Brentwood, TN
7. Blush Perfume by Marc Jacobs
8. Esscence Body Lotion by Marc Jacobs
9. Unforgivable Women by Sean Combs
10. Unforgivable Men by Sean Combs
11. Coca-Cola
12. Satellite Laptop by Toshiba
13. Accessories by Francesca's Collections
14. Be Mine Luggage by Betsey Johnson
15. Cuisinart Grind & Brew Coffee Maker by Williams & Sonoma
16. Philospophy Lipgloss by Sephora
17. Signature Studded Tote by Coach
18. GEEGEE Sneaker by Coach
19. Celebration Rings by Tiffany
20. Metal-X Cream Shadow by MAC Cosmetics
21. RSVP Cologone by Kenneth Cole
22. Japenese Cherry Blossom Signature Collections by Bath & Body Works
23. Lingerie- "Body" by Victoria's Secret
24. Nova Check Studded Tote by Burberry
25. Square Watch by Burberry

This year, I have been fascinated by the designer Marc Jacobs. His perfumes and body lotions are my favorites although his handbags have recently peeked my interest. Kenneth Cole is another great designer. He is one of my hubby's favorite designers. His clothing, shoes, and cologones will always top my list.

My blackberry is another favorite. The smart phone is just that... "SMART" This phone is top notch and of superb quality. Very user friendly!

Celebration Rings by Tiffany are a way to capture life's most important moments and milestones. I've had a lot of special moments and milestones in '07. Some of my other favorites include Coach, MAC, Burberry and cold Coca-Cola...

HAPPY HOLIDAYS!!

Decopauge the Details!

For the OCD Brides... LOL! Just kidding. Some of the brides I consult with carry the infamous white binder with sectioned tabs. This binder is well organized and contains pictures of their bridal dress, bridesmaid dresses, bouquets, pictures of the cake, their shoes and all the other details of their wedding. From magazine scraps to cut & paste pictures from the internet, it's one big collage of everything they desire for their wedding.

The binder serves as a great tool. After the wedding instead of tossing the binder, one unique idea is to take these scraps and decopauge them onto a plate. The plate can serve as a keepsake for the bride or for the bridesmaids. It contains all the sentiments and fine details of the wedding.

So get your magazine scraps, a plate and some decopauge and have fun making your collages.