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Wed, September 08, 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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Dept

Do you offer any silk or dried flower arrangements? Are they available for rent?

New York, NY

Yes, silk flowers are available upon request, but they are not recommended for rental.

Answered by: Phillip's Flowers & Gifts

Barelka

What are your standard payment terms?

New York, NY

deposit of $50.00 for booking and balance at time of wedding

Answered by: GODs Universal Life Church

Dept

What is your design philosophy? Minimal? Traditional? Elegant? Edgy ? Modern?

New York, NY

Phillip's designers are experienced in a remarkably wide variety of design styles.

Answered by: Phillip's Flowers & Gifts

Cote

What type of camera(s) do you use? Why did you choose this equipment?

New York, NY

Panasonic DVX 100A. A small, three chip broadcast camera. lightweight, with pleasant, warm image, but very sharp: Leica Lens.

Answered by: BC Video Inc.

Petrach

How many weddings do you perform each year?

New York, NY

Our personal approach to weddings means we do fewer than some DJ companies. By offering personal assistance to make your wedding unique and memorable, we perform at only about 20-30 receptions per ye

Answered by: CAP DJ Wedding Entertainment

Masse

How many weddings have you photographed?

New York, NY

I have photographed over 23 weddings.

Answered by: Michelle Masse Photography

Ricciulli

What is your customer satisfication cancellation policy?

New York, NY

please read our F&Q on our website

Answered by: Millenium Limo

Fears

What happens prior to the wedding? When do you need our song list?

New York, NY

We meet with our clients to discuss the event details. We want to ensure the best performance.

Answered by: KC PRO JOCKS

Swift

What is your design philosophy? Minimal? Traditional? Elegant? Edgy ? Modern?

New York, NY

Each of my designs are custom made to each bride. If your style is traditional, your arrangements will also be traditional. If you prefer a more modern look, your arrangements will portray this as w

Answered by: Designer Bouquet LLC

Demyan

Do you bring an assistant to the wedding to help coordinate portraits?

New York, NY

Yes we do - and the assistant is usually a 2nd photographer

Answered by: Fine Photography by Michael Demyan

Paul

Do you have a back up officiant on call, in case of an emergency?

New York, NY

Yes - there are several clergy members of our religious order available for weddings, on call, or for emergency back up.

Answered by: Lord of Compassion Ministries

Andrews

What makes you different from other local disc jockeys? Why should someone hire you?

New York, NY

I don't just DJ your party or event. I Entertain and your guests. From the begining of your event, I introduce myself to your guest and explain to them what will be going on, where the bathrooms are,

Answered by: Platinum Touch Entertainment

McLeese

What happens prior to the wedding? When do you need our song list?

New York, NY

After the contract is signed, I normally require 2 meetings with the couple, the first approximately 2 months prior to the event as a meet and greet to get to know each other and the second to finaliz

Answered by: A Kickit Productions Mobile Entertainment

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