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Thu, July 29, 2010

Connect with nature to reconnect with each other

Connect with nature to reconnect with each other

by Brian & Marcia Gleason, Relationship Reporters for Babyboomers.TV

By BRIAN & MARCIA GLEASON, Relationship Reporters for Babyboomers.TV As we have discussed in earlier articles, the structure of the modern relationship creates such a strain that, for many couples, it is nearly impossible to sustain. We have come to believe that for most couples (ourselves included) there is an undercurrent of approval-seeking in how we orchestrate [...]

How to sell your house in a buyer’s market

How to sell your house in a buyer’s market

by Brian & Marcia Gleason, Relationship Reporters for Babyboomers.TV

By ASA AARONS, Consumer Reporter for Babyboomers.TV Price realistically, make minor repairs and accept the reality that houses are worth less today than they were a few years ago. That’s the consensus of real estate agents in and around the area, who say a three-year slide in housing prices, low mortgage rates and a new $8,000 [...]

Top five tips to help manage your family’s health

Top five tips to help manage your family’s health

by Brian & Marcia Gleason, Relationship Reporters for Babyboomers.TV

(ARA) – As kids head to summer camp or back to school this fall, moms everywhere will be digging through their files searching for immunization records and other health information. Some will find exactly what they need with just a few flips through an organized file cabinet. But many busy moms will be sifting through [...]

Keep an eye on your vision health this summer

Keep an eye on your vision health this summer

by Brian & Marcia Gleason, Relationship Reporters for Babyboomers.TV

(ARA) – If you’ve ever come in from a day sailing, picnicking or lying on the beach and your eyes felt tired, sore and gritty, you likely experienced ultraviolet radiation (UVR) overexposure. It’s critical to protect your eyes from the sun’s damaging rays to decrease your risk of developing serious vision issues such as cataracts [...]

Buying used? How to avoid getting bitten by repair costs

Buying used? How to avoid getting bitten by repair costs

by Brian & Marcia Gleason, Relationship Reporters for Babyboomers.TV

(ARA) – If your old clunker is gasping its last, you might think (like millions of other Americans these days) you can save yourself some money by buying a used car instead of a new one. You can — if you make smart buying decisions. Hasty or unwise used-car buying can end up costing you [...]

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House

What are your standard payment terms?

New York, NY

50% Deposit

Answered by: Los Angeles DJ Sam House

Erickson

How quickly will I receive my prints?

New York, NY

2 to 4 weeks; depends on size of order. We handle the orders in the order that they come in. Time is necessary for Special Artwork, touch ups or special orders when needed.

Answered by: Ambiance Studios llc, Photography and Video

Alexander

How many wedding do you officiate a year?

New York, NY

I am usually booked solid throughout the year.

Answered by: Weddings by Bishop Sean J. Alexander, Ph.D.

Alexander

How long does the ceremony usually last?

New York, NY

My average ceremony lasts 20-25 minutes with the exception of Full Catholic ceremonies including a mass which can last upward of 2 hours.

Answered by: Weddings by Bishop Sean J. Alexander, Ph.D.

McLeese

How many weddings do you perform each year?

New York, NY

The number of Receptions I am booked for depends solely on the economy. I have averaged about 15 to 20 receptions per year over the last 3 years, but in the late 90's and very early in 2000 and 2001,

Answered by: A Kickit Productions Mobile Entertainment

Fears

What are your standard payment terms?

New York, NY

$100 non-refundable deposit. All final payments must be made two weeks before the commencement of the event.

Answered by: KC PRO JOCKS

Fears

Can guests make song requests? How many (and what types) of CDs will the DJ bring to the event?

New York, NY

We love for our client's guest to request. We carry a wireless card to download music at our events just in case we may not have a particular songs in our inventory. All of our music is loaded on a

Answered by: KC PRO JOCKS

Goodman

What kind of lighting do you use? Why did you choose this equipment?

New York, NY

I use the Canon on-camera 10 watt light which is not extremely bright but gives you just the right amount of illumination for lower lit situations. It's portable, goes right on the camera and uses re

Answered by: Chicago Wedding video

Liebner

What new ideas have you implemented in the last couple years? Are you current with latest trends?

New York, NY

I have probably done more black and white and Sepia tone images for weddings over the past couple of years than usual. I keep up with the latest posing ideas as much as possible.

Answered by: Dragon's Eye Photography & Promotions

Leone

What makes you different from other local wedding officiants? Why should someone hire you?

New York, NY

I work with you to customize your ceremony. I am skilled at creating a ceremony that suits your spiritual needs without offending your family.

Answered by: Rev. Su Windsong

Barelka

In which states and communities are you licensed to officiate ceremonies?

New York, NY

I am licensed for the whole State of Ohio. I am willing to travel as well.

Answered by: GODs Universal Life Church

Grajales

How far are you willing to travel? Is there a travel fee?

New York, NY

I am willing to travel and there is a travel fee outside from New York City

Answered by: Rev. Odalys Grajales

VanCleve

How many DJs do you have on staff? What is your qualification for hiring DJs

New York, NY

We have two DJ's on staff. Myself and my brother, Joey

Answered by: Virtual DJ Entertainment

K

How quickly will I receive my prints?

New York, NY

Depending on how many edited prints you would like to receive: from 2 to 6 weeks.

Answered by: TurtleFeet Photography

Broyles

How far are you willing to travel? Is there a travel charge?

New York, NY

We will travel 50 miles with no extra charge.

Answered by: Broyles Renderings - Michael Broyles Photography

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