Summer, a time for flowers, bees, late nights and slept in mornings.

It’s a great time to throw a wedding or baby shower! The theme is already set! Flowers, bright colors, blues, greens, pinks and yellows! The weather is nice, the sun is bright, outside is the perfect setting!            

What are some games you would play at a wedding shower?

What about a baby shower?

"The more difficulties one has to encounter, within and without, the more significant and the higher in inspiration his life will be."
Horace Bushnell

Please Join Us!

On Saturday, July 23rd from 11:00am to 10:30pm the management of Tapatio's Mexican Restaurant, located in S. Florida Ave. in Lakeland will donate the 50% of all the revenue for that day to Dr. Diaz' fund! Please come with your family and support this fundraising event!

  Four months ago a great Polk County pediatrician suffered a stroke and other problems which affected his brain leaving Dr. Miguel Diaz in a coma for six weeks. Dr. Diaz was a dedicated pediatrician who never denied anyone his services regardless if the patient had medical insurance or not. He even helped his patients' families with the costs of their prescriptions. His mission was to SERVE FIRST!

Dr. Diaz woke up from his coma and he is currently in a rehab facility. This human being shared his love, dedication, passion, and money to all his patients and now his family needs you. The costs for rehab are outrageous and his family is reaching out to this community to help them - the same way he always helped others! A group of Polk County doctors along with the patients of Dr. Diaz have contacted us for help, and we are helping!  Let's help Dr. Diaz the same way that he helped our Polk County kids for the last 14 years! Now it is our turn to show him our appreciation!

Let's get together to enjoy the delicious food for a great cause!!  Please spread the word...Let's help Dr. Miguel Diaz!!  

 

Thank YOU to All our wonderful sponsors of Dr. Miguel Diaz' Medical Trust Fundraising!!! All of you ROCK!!! Thanks to them we are having a GREAT drawing for all the supporters!!!!!   (and many more sponsors to come!)

Let's Talk Cake!

 Cakes are good for all occasions, birthdays, weddings, baby showers, etc.

Something you may be seeing at parties you attend is cake pops! They’re the new things to add a pop of fun to any event!

The best part is you don’t have to be a professional to make them!

Just bake a cake, crumble it, add frosting from a can, roll the mixture into small balls, freeze, then put them on sticks & candy coat them!

http://www.cakepopsrecipe.com/chocolate-cake-pops-with-sprinkles/

Simple enough, right?

Your guests will enjoy just the right amount of sweetness - not to mention how cute they look! 

Make fun arrangements with different flavors.

They’ll be a hit at your next party!

If you try them, let me know! Good luck!

(Images via Google)

Thank You To Our Sponsors!

To all our wonderful sponsors,
Thank you so much!


Sun N' Fun Air Museum, Lakeland, FL http://www.sun-n-fun.org/

ABK Beauty Salon, Lakeland, FL http://www.abksalon.com

Tapatio's Mexican Restaurant, Lakeland, FL http://www.facebook.com/Tapatios2

Paulita's Cakes Creations, Lakeland, FL

The Vending Station Co., Orlando, FL http://www.thevendingstation.com/

The Official Ticket Center, Orlando, FL http://www.officialticketcenter.com/

Salon Carol, Lakeland, FL http://www.facebook.com/?ref=logo#!/pages/Salon-Carol/125024764249755

Il Forno Italian Restaurant, Lakeland, FL http://www.ilfornolakeland.com

Natalie's Bar & Grill, Lakeland, FL http://www.facebook.com/nataliessportsbar http://www.nataliessportsbar.com

Right to the Pointe Photography, Lakeland, FL http://www.facebook.com/pages/Right-to-the-Pointe-Photography/109797779049178


Thank you Thank you!!
-Let's Make It Extraordinary, LLC

Party Tips!

When To Entertain:  Reasons to get together with family & friends are endless- birthdays & holidays are obvious opportunities to throw a party, but there's no need to wait for an occasion.  Invent your own - a relaxed weekend brunch with neighbors, lunch before a football game, or a casual dinner before an evening at the movies.  And entertaining doesn't have to be centered around a complete meal.  Other possibilities include coffees, afternoon teas, cocktail parties, dessert parties - & the list goes on! :)

Choosing The Location:  Almost any place that suggests a particular mood can be a party size.  Create a welcoming setting on a table in a pretty garden...or stir up your desire for adventure by packing a party in laundry hampers and serving up a game-day tailgate brunch.  Invariably, some of the best places to entertain are right at home.  Try placing a table in front of the fireplace...or clear off a corner of the front porch, and dress up a table with festive linens.  Stretch your creativity by decorating your basement with southwest flair for a Tex-Mex fiesta! :)

Formal Vs. Informal: Most formal events are still seated affairs, with the hostess being particularly mindful of etiquette, but busy lifestyles have led to the desire for more casual entertaining.  Informal get-togethers open the door to stand-up cocktail parties, breakfasts, serve-yourself buffets, casual brunches, small lunches, and impromptu dinners!

For more entertaining tips...stay tuned!  :-)

Outdoor Celebration!

Have you been thinking about throwing a birthday party or wedding shower?

In the summer, people think “outdoors” for their events. They may not take the bad weather into consideration.  Rain, too much heat, wind, thunderstorms, etc. especially here in Florida. Mother Nature is so unpredictable. 

Here are some tips on planning an event outside….

o   Start out with a checklist of everything you will need. In my experience, the things people forget the most are charcoal and a lighter.

o   Pick an area everyone is familiar with so they can get there and prepare to give easy directions.

o   Make sure there is a place you can go if the weather turns bad, maybe a park with a clubhouse. 

o   If you bring your own tables and chairs, make sure they are weather proof or can be easily folded and moved indoors.

o   Make sure to check the weather before you start setting up.

o   Start the grill before your guests arrive. This way you won’t be fighting with the wind while your guests are starving.

I hope these tips were helpful. Let me know! Happy grilling!

-Kristen 

We're on the map!

On Sunday, July 10, some of our team went to check out a Bridal Show. We left with some great ideas to help you.

One of my top favorite vendors was “The Flipbook People”. It was the most creative idea I have seen. It’s taking photo booths to the next level. They take a short video of you and your friends then turn it into a little flipbook. You can send them home with your guests as party favors or keep one for yourself as a fun reminder.

www.TheFlipbookPeople.com

-Kristen

Please join us!

Our second fundraiser for Dr. Diaz, a great Pediatrician.

Saturday, July 23

Tapatio's Mexican Restaurant

6645 S Florida Ave.

Lakeland, Florida

For more information please visit the facebook page
http://www.facebook.com/?ref=logo#!/event.php?eid=231656156866426

Thank you!

Congratulations Michelle!

Michelle is the winner of our caption contest!  Hope you enjoy your prize!


"It would be my pleasure to 'pointe' you in the right direction!"


(Photo Credit: Right to the Pointe Photography)

Keep checking back for more chances to win!

How do you want your pictures taken?

What do you think is more important for a wedding, the memories or the photographs? Yes, you can relive the memories from looking at pictures a few years down the road, but would you make a smaller budget for a photographer and put a little extra of your budget into the wedding and party favors?

In some of my research, people have been letting their guests take photos with their own cameras or handing out disposable cameras before the reception for guests to capture moments.

Some couples are hiring professional photographers for their engagement photos but not for the actual wedding ceremony and reception.

A new trend popping up is a photo booth. Guests can go in at the reception, get funny photos taken and have little party favors to take home.

What are your thoughts on photo booths? They can be used for many occasions, weddings, birthday parties, school reunions, etc.

How about a videographer?  Would you pay to have a professional capture your ceremony and vows or are you okay with Uncle Larry sitting in the front row, handycam in hand?  

Thank you!

Thank you to everyone who came out to support our fundraiser for Dr. Diaz! It was a great turn out! Thank you for your kindness!

Congratulations Carla Mendez! Winner of our caption contest.

Her caption:

“The magnificent work of our creator…Thank you Lord for another beautiful day!”

Stay tuned for more contests every week! 

Brides!

Are you planning on getting married soon? Have you started picking the venue, flowers, linens and brides maid dresses yet?
If you only had a $18,050 budget what would be the most important items for your weddings? Would you cut costs on one thing to have more for your dress?

Angelique Bridal and Formal by Michelle!

Our vendor of the month! Check it out!
Wonderful selections, excellent service and great prices!
Angelique Bridal and Formal

We plan all kind of events!

Ever thought about having a wedding shower for men? The alternative to a bachelor party! If you’re planning a wedding shower for a man, it’s a good idea to send out an invitation between 4-6 weeks before the big day.

Sports Shower

Invite the guys over to watch a game, and have each guest bring a sports-oriented gift. If the groom-to-be is an enthusiast for a particular sport, such as golf, hockey, or football, have each guest bring a gift that relates to that sport.

BBQ Madness

What guy doesn’t love to sear a steak over the open flame? Help him stock his domain by hosting a barbecue themed shower, where guests can bring gifts that range from heavy duty utensils to special seasonings. Have a hot-sauce tasting contest and serve up lots of hot wings and burgers.

Drink Up!

If the future groom loves to have a drink, throw a “Stock the Bar” shower where each guest is encourage to bring a bottle or a bar accessory. Of course, some sampling will have to occur!

Musical Shower

If the groom to be is a musician, then having a shower based on tunes is only natural! Get the guys together for a jam session, and then present the groom with a musical gift. Why not have all the guys throw in so you can splurge on something really amazing, like a new amp?

Pick an Activity – Any Activity!

Usually, guys tend to socialize around a particular activity, so plan an event to make your wedding shower a memorable day. Pack up the jeep and head to the beach for the day, go golfing, or spend an afternoon fishing.

Movie Enthusiast

Have the boys over for a movie marathon or some movie trivia game. Pop some popcorn in an old fashion maker. Set up a bar with various candy bars and sweets, pizza, soda and beer.

If you’re not comfortable planning a shower, but want the boys to be in on the action, consider having a couple’s shower. This is a great way to get everyone together and shower the new couples with gifts for their new life together!

We support Granted Wishes, Inc.

They are a non-profit organization who are committed to reducing adult loneliness, late life depression and elderly suicide.

Please take a moment to check them out and like them on Facebook.

http://www.grantedwishes.org

http://www.facebook.com/Grantedwishes#!/Grantedwishes?sk=info

Thank you! 

Congratulations Wayne!

Wayne is the winner of our caption contest! 

“I wish Mommy and Daddy would shut up, sit down and watch the game. They’re embarrassing me!”

(Photo credit: Right to the Pointe Photography)

Hope your Wednesday is splendid!

Please don’t forget about our fundraising event for Dr. Diaz. He has helped out so many children and families and now it’s our turn to help him! 

This Saturday, July 9  for 4:00pm - 11:30pm

West Caribbean Cuban Restaurant

2215 South Combee Road

Lakeland, FL

If you cannot attend but would like to help out, you may mail your donation to: Dr. Miguel Diaz' Fund P.O. Box 6972 Lakeland, FL 33807

Thank you for your kindness! 

Thank you to everyone who entered their captions in the photo contest! Winners will be announced soon!

Please don't forget about our fundraising event for Dr. Diaz. He has helped out so many children and families and now it's our turn to help him!

 http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=158317207575295 

Ready for another contest?

We've got a photo for you. Add a caption. If your caption is chosen as the winner, receive a beautiful gift from Blessings Unlimited Co.!!

Head on over to Facebook and give us your caption

Have a safe and happy 4th of July!

Remember what this day is about.
God bless America and our servicemen and women, past and present, who have courageously defended our rights to this day!

Big news!

We're moving!
We have a business office now!!
274 W. Central Ave, Suite M, Winter Haven, FL 33880
(800) 978-4130

Fundraising Event To Benefit a Great Pediatrician!

Four months ago a great Polk County pediatrician suffered a stroke and other problems which affected his brain leaving Dr. Miguel Diaz in a coma for six weeks. Dr. Diaz was a dedicated pediatrician who never denied anyone his services regardless if the patient had medical insurance or not. He even helped his patients' families with the costs of their prescriptions. His mission was to SERVE FIRST!

Dr. Diaz woke up from his coma ...and he is currently in a rehab facility. This human being shared his love, dedication, passion, and money to all his patients...and now his family needs you. The costs for rehab are outrageous and his family is reaching out to this community to help them - the same way he always helped others! A group of Polk County doctors along with the patients of Dr. Diaz have contacted us for help, and we are helping!

On Saturday, July 9th at 4:00pm the management of West Caribbean Cuban Restaurant in Lakeland will donate the 50% of all the revenue for that day to Dr. Diaz' fund! Please come with your family and support this fundraising event! Let's help Dr. Diaz the same way that he helped our Polk County kids for the last 14 years! Now it is our turn to show him our appreciation!

Let's get together to enjoy the delicious food and music!! Thank YOU!

More about the event

Hope you're having a wonderful Saturday!

"Every great dream begins with a dreamer. Always remember, you have within you the strength, the patience, and the passion to reach for the stars to change the world." 
- Harriet Tubman

Congratulations Elika and Jackie!

Our first contest winners! 

They won a beautiful Thirty-One handbag courtesy of Jen Mills & the Thirty-One Company.

Thirty-One Handbags

Keep checking back for more chances to win cool prizes!

T.G.I.F.

Thank you for continuing to visit us!

Check out our Facebook for a trivia question and the chance to win cool prizes!

Let's Make It Extraordinary!

Have a great Friday!