Family get Together 2013!♥

Hello Angels

The time has come when I can finally talk about it and get it out of my stomach. I swear the whole thing was swirling inside my belly! What am I saying?

I am talking about my family get together party, which I was in charge of organizing this month. And the reason why I couldn't share my plans with you guys was because, few cousins of mine follow my blog, so anything I talk about will simply spoil the surprise for them. 
For about a month now I was busy - booking a venue, deciding on caterers, choosing games, purchasing gifts etc etc....with my time consuming work schedule the said was very difficult to squeeze in, but I had to do it

♥Celebrating life♥

I have a decent no of relatives here and we make it a point to arrange gatherings every 2 months or so, involving loads of games, chit chats and gossip! The one organizer have to pull it all together without disclosing any details about the day to the rest. The party was yesterday and it was a super success! Am sooo glad.

I arranged for a pool side party and kept the theme very simple. Here are a few pics.

I seek perfection in everything I do. By nature I lean more towards creativity and hence gave importance to every detail. Since it was a family gathering, i made sure the message of togetherness and love is highlighted. At the end of the day it was the joy of having near and dear ones, that we need to celebrate

The food and cake was finger licking good. I simply loved the tiramisu coffee cake. Though the bakery slightly screwed up the writing, all was forgiven when I tasted them. 

I look the feel and look of chalk on black board. So i gave my best shot to replicate the same for my table center pieces, using black board paper and white marker!! Moreover this gave a very homely yet classic vibe.

♥Gifts & Goody Bags♥

♥The Venue♥

All my efforts paid off! I was appreciated and praised for all my hard work...it was such a relief and joy when it all ended happily♥

So how did you guys like the look and feel of the party?
xoxo

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Blog, Bloggers and Blogging!♥

Hello angels

Somehow I felt the need to post a blog on this topic today...so here goes! 

For those thinking of stepping into the world of blogging, i hope this post help in a small way. To have my very own blog, was among my most desired wishes. What held me back for ages were troublesome questions like - will I make a fool out of myself? will I be committed?....so on and on 

In the end I decided to take a plunge...do or die!!!

I am soo happy to have taken the big step. If not, I would have missed on such immense joy just because I wasn't brave enough to give it a try♥

Simple Rules

Be yourself - Ground rule to a successful blog. Be true to yourself and your followers. Don't try to imitate. Find your true passion and run your blog based on it. No matter how different your theme is, people will appreciate your nature and lifestyle. We are unique and so should our blogs be!

Patience - you may not receive the desired recognition initially. Remember cyber world is an Ocean. And to be noted here even in a small way, takes time. Continue to blog and be passionate about it. For me the very thought of blogging brings so much self satisfaction. I enjoy every bit of it....from writing to photography to editing etc etc. I don't take it to my heart if I don't receive comments or appreciation. Of course if I do receive them that makes my day...

Selective ♥ be selective on your topics. Don't blog about everything and anything. It's ok, if in a week you don't blog. You can always make up for the time lag with a single good post.

Mingle ♥ follow other blogs you admire. There are billions out there and am sure you will find inspiration.

Manage ♥ manage your blog well. Give it a 'you' template design. Its always safer to put the comment tab under approval mode to avoid any unnecessary negative vibe. Of course once your blog gains large no of followers this may need to be deactivated. Advertise your blog with other bloggers. This is an effective way to gain attention. 

It's not a task ♥ blogging is not a job. Don't take it too hard. Don't push or stress yourself. Blog as it comes to you.

Enjoy ♥ blog for yourself. Enjoy every moment. Be happy and content with your contribution. 

I get immense support from my family. Most of them follow me and appreciate me well. My mom, often enquire about my latest posts and gives me inspiration. My lovely sister has been my backbone. And you guys made all my efforts worth it♥

What say? xoxo
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