Mrs. International will be featured in Adoption Today Magazine

Mrs. International will be featured in Adoption Today Magazine!

Stay tuned for Mrs. International’s “feature story” in the Adoption Today Magazine!

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Adoption Today, dedicated to International and Transracial adoptions.

Color Day Themes: Rustic Romance

Autumn in the Northeast is a beautiful time of year when the leaves on our trees glow with brilliant reds, yellows, and oranges.  Now, as we've said before, though coordinating and found together in nature, these hues can sometimes seem a little juvenile or hokey when put together as part of your decor. Sometimes the easiest way to gear up for Fall is to think "rustic".  Although rustic details are actually beautiful any time of year, they are particularly heartwarming in the fall.  Maybe it's because fall brings about a renewed connection with nature for many people or maybe it's because the smell of fall reminds us how much we love to layer, but whatever it is there is really nothing like the cozy and comfortable feeling of a rustic fall wedding.  Lucky for you, rustic details are easy!  Add a few loose flowers or candles to a mason jar, utilize branches and leaves, keep stationary simple, and add down home touches like pies or jam and you'll be all set!

Rustic Fall Wedding Inspiration Board

Images from: Anthropologie, ritzybee, Betsy White, Chillipit, Wedding Bee, Hello Lucky, Project Wedding, labellebride       

  

XOXO

Jen & Saira

Light Up Your Love

When planning a wedding, the details matter. One very important detail is lighting... and we're not talking about disco balls. Most of the time, lighting isn't something you can really control, as most venues come equipped with their own form of lighting. Nonetheless, you can still add in your own touches to create a romantic or dramatic atmosphere, and create the wedding of your dreams.

For a dramatic look, add in some ambient lighting. Use colors that fit your theme to highlight certain areas. For instance, you may want to emphasize the dance floor or the bridal party's table, or dim the lighting after dinner to create a club atmosphere. Change in lighting can make a huge difference, so don't be afraid to experiment! 

Outdoor weddings usually involve tents of some kind. While tents are very practical, they can be an eyesore. That's why you should dress up your ceiling with twinkle lights. Depending on how many lights you use, it really doesn't "light up" the space, but it does create a soft glow that is very romantic. We especially love the image above, as the dark tent with the twinkle lights creates a starry night sky, which is perfect for an outdoor wedding.

Whether your wedding is indoors or outdoors, paper lanterns are both functional and lovely. They can light up an event, act as decor, or both! You can fill the ceiling with them, create patterns, or arrange them haphazardly across the ceiling. You can always opt for a simple creme color, or throw in your wedding colors as well to create a fun and vibrant atmosphere. 

We always talk about candles and how they can both decorate and light up a space. These tree tea candles are a wonderful way to create a centerpiece and add some mood lighting. The space looks lovely and magical, plus you'll save money on flowers! 

When you're dealing with a large ceilings it's sometimes hard to fill up the space. Rather than attempting to hang fabrics, lanterns, or flowers form the ceiling, try a light protection, such as this one by Elegant Event Design. It fills up the space, adds some ambiance, and is great if you're having a winter wedding (think snow flakes!)



Lights, camera, wedding!



XOXO,



Jen & Saira

Adoption Gala

NCFA is celebrating 30 years and you have a chance to WIN Jewelry…even an African Safari

As a National spokesperson and Adoption Ally with the National Council For Adoption (NCFA), I am so excited about the upcoming gala! Jason & I are part of the host committee for the 30th Anniversary Gala, "Bow Ties & Pearls" coming up on November 18th in our nation's capitol.

Here's a great opportunity to participate in and support NCFA by purchasing raffle tickets or bidding in the live auction! Even if you can't join us at the upcoming 30th Anniversary Gala!

In the raffle, you'll find prizes fit for a Queen, to include, a classic Tiffany & Co. multi-strand pearl necklace, Lucien Piccard watches, and a beautiful Madreperla organic pearl necklace. But that's not all folks, there are some AMAZING auction items, some of which are exclusive to NCFA and cannot be obtained other than in this live auction. A breathtaking villa in St. Maarten, an African Safari, a slope side ski condo in Park City, Utah, hot air balloon rides, and even an exquisite strand of Mikimoto pearls make this auction one that can't be missed!!!

Please take a moment to view these items https://www.adoptioncouncil.org/events/30th-anniversary-gala.html/#liveauction

There’s nothing to lose and NCFA has much to gain by your support!

To purchase raffle tickets and/or to place your early bid for the live auction, please contact my friend, Lauren Koch @ NCFA by e-mail lkoch@adoptioncouncil.org or by phone at (703) 299-6633. As a reminder, raffle tickets and early bids are available to you even if you can't join us at the Gala! Happy bidding, good luck, and most of all, THANK YOU, for supporting NCFA! Join in the 30 year celebration TODAY, by helping build families through the miracle of Adoption!

Shannon Devine