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"WALL-E" and Wanted totals $100 millions in combination

"WALL-E," which is an animation movie ranked No. 1 with $62.5 million in ticket sales while Angelina Jolie's latest movie "Wanted" ranked second place with $51.1 million in ticket sales. In total, they made $179.2 million when combine together.

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What I used in the Wedding Bag!

Our "What I used in the Wedding Bag" Series has moved to a more appropriate home, Be A Planner!



Be sure to check out Be A Planner for it's fun updates and great articles!



Hey, while you are thinking about it, add it to your Google Reader now!

Blue and Brown, Revisited

Christina in my office did this board! She has got the hang of this doesn't she!

This is for the fundraising event for Queen of Peace Academy and their colors are Blue and Brown, this is one of our inspirations another next week, whattcha think?

Sources:M&Ms, French macaroons, Cappuccino, Shoe, Welcome bag, Suit, Cootie catcher,
Favor gift cards, Motorcycle, Cupcakes, Chocolates, Brown dress

Jenny Shimizu doubts Angelina Jolie won't find another lesbian lover

Angelina Jolie is happily together with Brad Pitt and her children. And now she is pregnant with twins babies and may delivered anytime now.Jenny Shimizu, who was Angelina Jolie's lesbian lover is confident that Angelina will have another lesbiab relationship again.

She said ‘I was her first. And although she’s having a baby with Brad, I doubt I’ll be her last. She loves women too much It’s like a drug and she was hooked.Angelina loves danger and dabbling in the dark side. That’s where she gets her kicks – not playing happy families with one man.’

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"Wanted" movie opens in many countries

Angelina Jolie

Wanted has already started showing in many cinemas.For rating, MSN Movies gave it 4.5 out of 5 stars, while Rotten Tomatoes gave it a 74% . Overall, thumbs up for Wanted. Angelina Jolie looks so sexy in this movie. I wonder when she is going to give birth to her twin babies. Can't wait to see.

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Angelina Jolie not yet give birth

In Touch Weekly photographer had the chance to take photo of Angelina Jolie and it shows that she has not given birth yet. These pictures depict of Angelina Jolie hanging out with her children outside the place they are staying in France. It is said that her due date will be on August.

Image source from InTouch

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Cake Week has come to a Close

How fun has Cake Week been!

Here at the office we are on a total sugar rush!

If you need more cake, check out Let's Eat Cake! we feature a new cake with every post!

KB Kake Week!

I personally feel we saved the best for last!!! Kathy and Erika from KB Kake Kreations are some of the most fantastic people - PERIOD... but really are the best you will/can work with in the Gainesville wedding industry.

Not only do they make gorgeous cakes, but they are also super sweet themselves. Their specialty cakes will make your wedding memorable! They can customize anything your little heart desires and are always open to new ideas! The groom’s cakes are always a hit.

The signature (and most popular) flavors at KB Kake Kreations are Signature Wedding White with Raspberry filling and The Chocolate Truffle with Ganache. Both of which are oh so tasty!

Although these are their most popular combinations, you can create your own dream cake from a variety of flavors.

Not only are these cakes a looker…but they taste amazingly delicious too! Kathy only accepts one wedding per weekend, so be sure to reserve your date as soon as possible, she fills up fast!

To learn more about KB Kake Kreations, visit their new and improved website and brand spaking new blog.


Thank you Kathy and Erika for allowing us to feature you in MasterPiece Weddings Cake Week 2008!
{written mostly by Bossy Intern Kristin}

Summer Lovin'

My sister just sent me some pictures of my nieces! And they are just too adorable, so I had to share!

{Peyton with her shades ready for the pool}

{Sydney thinks the water's just fine}

{Peyton is all too pretty in her dress}

So sorry for the wedding interruption, but I thought those were too fun to not share them with you!

Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt donates $1 Million to U.S, and Iraqi Children

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Jolie-Pitt Foundation is donating $1 million to American and Iraqi children that help ease their pain from war.

"These educational support programs for children of conflict are the best way to help them heal," Angelina Jolie said.

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Listen to these songs

Brianna Taylor - Summertime Lyrics

Jonas Brothers - A Little Bit Longer Lyrics

Prima J - Corazon (You're Not Alone) Lyrics

Chris Brown - Forever Lyrics

Cute Is What We Aim For - Practice Makes Perfect Lyrics

Jonas Brothers - Play My Music Lyrics

Coldplay - Strawberry Swing Lyrics

Montgomery Gentry - Back When I Knew It All Lyrics

Jonas Brothers - Burning Up Lyrics

Metro Station - Control Lyrics

Get your free list here.

More Cake Week!

Cakes by Jenny is actually one of the first cake company I worked with as a Wedding Planner in Gainesville!- 13 years ago!! She is amazing! These pictures don't even do her justice!!!

She is thoughtful and meticulous, and she'll do anything you need! In fact, I remember a time, a client of mine was trying to figure out what to do for a grooms cake, and we started talking about things he liked, her list included: Watching TV, playing basketball and drinking beer, I suggested a replica of HIS chair, and Jenny came up with this:

Jenny even does Cheesecake Wedding Cakes! Her cakes are delicious and beautiful - she even opened up a little dessert bakery in Downtown Gainesville! So if you are ever in the area, check out Cakes!

Ritzy Wedding!

I was listening to my favorite radio station today 106.9 WKZY and Jack Weston does this hilarious thing called Dating Dictionary and this morning I pee'd my pants when I heard:

Cheese Whiz Wedding - A wedding so tacky, classless, tasteless and gaudy that it can only be described as 6 inches of spray-can cheese on a soggy Ritz Cracker.

Thanks for the laugh, Jack Weston!

Jack Black feels Angelina Jolie still upset with him

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Comedian Jack Black feels Angelina Jolie still upset with him because he reveal that she was expecting twins.

He said, "Angelina says she is cool with it and she forgives me. But saying that, I haven't been invited around to their house for a play date with the kids or for afternoon tea. Maybe they are really p****d but just aren't saying!"

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Cake Week!!!

This week is so fun! I hope you are enjoying Cake Week as much as we are around here! I think just checking out these images are giving us all a sugar rush around here at MasterPiece Weddings!

This next Pastry Chef is new to our area, we are all swooning over her cakes! And trust me they taste as good as they look, which is a huge plus!

Posh Pastry is new to the area, but taking it by storm! She is competing in Let's Eat Cake! Which I am personally very excited about. Aren't her cakes beautiful!

Contact Update

If you haven't been able to reach us using the email address on our "Contact Page" of our website.... well, that's because the email address was linking incorrectly.

It's fixed! Hooray!

Sorry for any inconvenience this may have caused you!

Donald Trump perceive Brangelina as good parents

Angelina Jolie

Donald Trump gives thumbs up when it comes to parenting for Brangelina. When quoted on what advice he can give to them, he replied "I think they're doing great. I really do.They really love the kids — I can see that just by watching. They don't need advice. They are really doing well."

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Cake Week Continues!

So, sometimes you find yourself in a very tight budget and don't or can't spend $6+ per slice for cake. So, what is a bride to do??

How about check out your local Publix! Yes, I said Publix! If you aren't blessed enough to have a Publix (a chain of Southern Grocery Stores) check and see if your local grocery store has GOOD wedding cakes.

Publix happens to do a great tasting cake, and it their cakes look nice too! And they charge way less than $4 per slice! Sometimes $2-$3 per slice, they do a beautiful fondant, and each of their pastry chefs go through a rigorous training program.

Don't be scared... trust me no one but you will know!

What I used in the Wedding Bag!

We had a beautiful fairytale wedding this past weekend in Tampa! Laura and Jason's dreams came true, and we were blessed to be apart of it!

Here's what we used from our Wedding Bag:

Deodorant- The Jr. Bridesmaid needed some help in this department, and was so excited to see we were prepared!

Diaper Pins - The train wouldn't bustle, the French Bustle wasn't cooperating , so we improvised and pinned it, worked like a charm!

Safety Pins - Fix a rouge button and secure some cleavage.

Stain Stick - One of the bridesmaids got a little heavy handed with her dark colored beverage. Or maybe she was dancing with it??

A Black Pen- The Officiant didn't have a black pen - and you need one for the Marriage License.

Vaseline- To "lube" the rings, everyone was nervous and sweaty... when you are "nerveaty" you swell, the lube job helps things move along easier.

Bandaids - For ME! I was putting flowers in the bridemaids hair and sliced my hand pretty good. As to not get blood on the bride's dress... I had to band-aid myself up!

I love how you always need to use the same things, but in different ways... And I absolutely love being prepared!

Billy Bob Thornton denied reports about his comment about Brad

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Billy Bob Thornton has denied reports that he perceived Angelina Jolie's relationship with Brad Pitt as a "high school phase."

In an interview with AskMen.com, it was reported that he was saying, "She is just going through a high school phase. You know, dating the quarterback of the football team with Brad Pitt over there. She'll be waking up from that dream in no time."

When quoted about his former wife's pregnancy. He said, "I think she was always meant to be a mother in so many ways. I'm just so happy for her. I'm happy for the kids to have a mother like her and a father like him."

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Cake Week Starts.... NOW!

So all this talk about Let's Eat Cake! and that's all I am thinking about - Cake!!!

So, this whole week is going to be dedicated to pastry chefs and wedding cake! We'll talk about what they specialize in, and one of my favorite aspects of each baker.

Keep in mind, each city has it's own gems of talented pastry chefs, so don't be scared taste and beauty are key! They need to look good, but definitely taste good too!
Let's start with Ms. Debbie (not the hostess cupcake baker) but a woman with the same name and the same knack for cake! Her cakes are delicious! She is quite an artist, I love working with her! She moved to North Florida from Miami to slow down, and business has done anything but!

She ships her delicious and amazing chocolate seashells all over the country! They are so realistic, and well, they are chocolate, so Yummmmmmy definitely comes to mind!

What co-Stars of Wanted has to say about Angelina Jolie

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Angelina Jolie didn't attend L.A. premiere of her new action movie Wanted on Thursday night because she is in France, but her costars has something to talk about her.

Joile's co star James McAvoy told PEOPLE, "She's just a very chilled-out person, and a good, fun person. And that shouldn't be surprising, because movie stars are normal people, but even actors get taken in by the hype".


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Trailer for Brad Pitt's new movie Burn After Reading

View the trailer for Angelina Jolie's partner Brad Pitt in his new movie Burn After Reading.

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Angelina Jolie loves "rolling around on the floor" with partner Brad Pitt

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Angelina Jolie acted before in 'Mr. and Mrs. Smith' together with her partner Brad Pitt and she loves "rolling around on the floor" with him. Both of them met on the set and that's where love sparks between them.

She said: "Well, you know Brad was... I'll always prefer rolling around on the floor with him than any other man. You know, in general." Angelina - who plays an assassin in new movie 'Wanted' - also revealed she and Brad bonded over their love of guns and often go to the shooting range together.

She explained: "I mean, obviously, there's a part of me that takes the world of violence and death very seriously. "However, when it comes to protection or when it comes to just the skill of shooting. I've gone to the range with sniper rifles and things like that. Brad and I both like it a lot. That is something we have in common."


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It's Great to have Friends!

I have to thank Susan Powers, really just a huge heart warming Thank you!!!

Grandpa Joe passed away last week, it has been such a sad time for us. But he'd been sick for a bit. So, when we found out that Grandpa Joe was in Hospice and it was imminent that time was extremely short, John (my husband) and I started to gather some of the old photographs that we have.

Well Susan had invited me over for lunch and asked that I bring the photographs... I did. This way we'd have some nice images to display at the services. I took these images and others from the 40's, 50s, 60s, allll the way to the present and made a collage, it was a big hit! Everyone loved looking at those old pictures! It was a great way to remember what a fun and charming man Joe was!

And I'd like to show you the before and after's.

Before:


After:



Notice how Grandpa looks much smoother and I don't have dark circles under my eyes! And she zoomed in on the image so that we were front, and the back round isn't as dark. Gosh, she's a magician!

Before:

After:

This is my favorite picture! It was taken about 7 years ago, and he just looks so happy! I love his smile, it just warms you through and through! She brought more light to Peggy, and softened up Grandpa, got rid of a sore above his mouth, and best of all, he still looks like himself!

Thank you Susan for helping me create photographs that will be with the family forever!

Angelina Jolie recorded a PSA for World Refugee Day

Angelina Jolie recorded a PSA for World Refugee Day which will be on June 20th.

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Sizzling music

N-Dubz - Ouch Lyrics

Coldplay - Violet Hill Lyrics

Just Surrender - Your Life & Mine Lyrics

Flo Rida - In The Ayer Lyrics

Pussycat Dolls - When I Grow Up Lyrics

Theory of a Dead Man - Bad Girlfriend Lyrics

Prima J - Corazon (You're Not Alone) Lyrics

Chris Brown - Forever Lyrics

Coldplay - Lovers In Japan Lyrics

Serj Tankian - Sky Is Over Lyrics

Get your own here.

Do you Want to Be a Planner?

Have you fallen in love with the idea of being a Wedding Consultant? Did you plan your wedding and just can't seem to get weddings out of your mind? Do you feel you are made for this job?

Don't forget that we are planning a 2-Day Seminar to teach you the ins and out's of this fantastic career! We'll teach you everything you need to know about being a consultant how to work with clients, basically the whole sch-bang!

Spaces are filling up quickly!!! Why not learn from the best?

Another Poll...

This issue has come up with a few of my clients, so I am just curious as to what you are thinking...

Some photographers allow the clients to own all of their images, the good, the bad, and the ugly. Some only a certain number of images- does this matter to you?

Let me know what you think...

I was on the News!!!!

Our local News Channel WUFT (it's UF's News Channel and our PBS) did a news piece called Wedding Woes and of course they asked Moi!

It's basically on how the slumping economy has an affect on the wedding industry as a whole.

The online link doesn't show the proper credit.

The album's shown belong to Powers Photography (they rock, don't they!)

The video was done by Jeff Stoner Productions (another rockin' vendor!!)

Check it out!

(you need to have the most recent version of Quicktime)

I am SO Lucky!

Guess what's going to be in this envelope!!!

Thanks Lucky Designs!!!

Brangelina wants to adopt another boy

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Angelina Jolie is expecting her twin babies but that didn't deter her and her partner Brad Pitt to adopt another baby boy.

One source said "Angie and Brad have wanted an African boy for the last couple of years.They were initially going to have that adoption follow the addition of Pax last year, but that all changed when Angie got pregnant with twins last fall."

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