Apple camp is back and movie making with the Mac and iPad is on the agenda.
Last year Brooke and I participated and had a BLAST! Check out her movie, The Fishing Trip!
Here's the link to register your child for Apple Camp 2011
http://rsvp2.applersvp.com/us/sections/summer_camps/stores?cid=CDM-P0010504-EDU&cp=em-P0010504-173345&sr=em&Email_PageName=P0010504-173345&Email_OID=9b2089a35292cad9b3c65c8505846e5c
Let us know if your child participate and we'll be glad to host the internet premiere of their original film!
Looking forward to seeing the creations of all our budding film makers!
Enjoy
Thursday, June 16, 2011
Do You Know What Today Is?
On June 15, 1996 in the church that I attended since I was 5 years old, there was a loud gong of the church bell and the procession began to my new life with my husband, Spencer. In that moment to clear the jitters, my dad quietly whispered, "if you cry, I'll punch you in the face". Laughter emerged and the festivities commenced.
"This day I marry my friend, the one I live for laugh with dream with love." What a day it was! My aces: Karen, Elise Tina , Seana and Esi stood by my side and my sorority sister Natalie blessed us with the most beautiful praise dance that symbolized our commitment. Then the party began! Let me paint one of my most memorable moments from the reception...after the band finished it's set, the dj, my high school friend Clemont, spins our favorite songs on the wheels of steel, including my new husband's single "Tried by 12". All of a sudden you hear the hypnotizing beat of "The Big Payback" accompanied by Total, "Can't you see what you mean to me our love was meant to be you were made for me..."Spencer and I dance across the room to the middle of the floor and rock out in a way that would make Diddy proud.
15 years and 2 children later what a journey it has been. I've learned and grown so much over the years...While we enjoyed the day, designing a life together has been where the rubber meets the road.
So what are the secrets of our success? Glad you asked....
Our faith...1 year after we walked down the aisle, I walked down to the platform at Christian Life Center and submitted my life to Christ. While I grew up in the Catholic Church, my spirit was drawn that day and my life was changed. So much wisdom I've gained through my pastor A.R. Bernard and his lovely wife Karen. Married over 30 years, they have generously shared the truth of what marriage is all about. The joys and it's sorrows, its triumphs and obstacles. To paraphrase, marriage is the one relationship where we are vulnerable because we grow right in front of someone else. Ain't that the truth! When we needed wise counsel, Minister Onorio was there to guide us back to each other when we seemed so far away.
Our support network...Surround yourself by positive people who support marriage. Our family and close friends have truly stood by our side through the years. It's so good to have a counselor in the family! My sister Karen and my brother-in-law married 18 years have shared some timeless truths and helped me sort through things when they felt overwhelming.
Watch your tongue. Speak only in truth and love. Use your words to build up, not tear down. You can't take back what you say so use your words wisely. After 15 years, communication is one of our biggest challenges but our commitment to working at will only make it better.
After God, keep your marriage first- don't let parenting or the busyness of life take you away from your first love. Schedule regular date nights to make sure you stay connected.
It's been a wonderful journey and I'm looking forward to our silver 25th anniversary when our children will be old enough to celebrate us:) Black love truly reigns supreme! Believe it!
Thursday, May 19, 2011
The Semi-Happy Marriage
As we get ready to celebrate 15 years of marriage next month, I found this interview (see link below) with Pamela Haag, author of Marriage Confidential, quite intriguing and had to stop everything to share it with you. I love it when I receive leads from our Chocolate Chip family so keep them coming! Thanks Cyril for sharing!
Raising children, balancing career and family and managing all our other responsibilities and interests are a huge challenge. With the troubling economic environment and the pressure to keep it all together, it's easy to focus less on our marital relationship while managing the other storms and challenges in our lives. Even in those season we have to come back to ensure we don't take advantage of our spouses and become complacent in our marriages. We all deserve more than that.
Pamela Haag is quite courageous to write on such a private and sensitive subject which really challenges all of us to raise the bar and give our best in our marriages. I applaud her for her efforts. I just pre-ordered it on ibooks and look forward to checking it out.
http://lifestyle.msn.com/relationships/article.aspx?cp-documentid=28643338>1=32092
Raising children, balancing career and family and managing all our other responsibilities and interests are a huge challenge. With the troubling economic environment and the pressure to keep it all together, it's easy to focus less on our marital relationship while managing the other storms and challenges in our lives. Even in those season we have to come back to ensure we don't take advantage of our spouses and become complacent in our marriages. We all deserve more than that.
Pamela Haag is quite courageous to write on such a private and sensitive subject which really challenges all of us to raise the bar and give our best in our marriages. I applaud her for her efforts. I just pre-ordered it on ibooks and look forward to checking it out.
http://lifestyle.msn.com/relationships/article.aspx?cp-documentid=28643338>1=32092
Tuesday, May 10, 2011
Prom Dress Giveaway- Volunteer/Donate
Free Prom Dress Giveaway
Friday May 13, 2011
5pm - 8pm
Mount Vernon High School
100 California Road
Mount Vernon, NY 10550
***Adult Volunteers***
are needed to give of their time for the entire event to assist girls with selecting and choosing appropriate dresses and to provide etiquette and grooming advice.
Will YOU volunteer?
***Dresses***
Formal or semi formal age-appropriate dresses are needed in all sizes (0-16). Dresses should be from the year 2000 or later, clean and ready to wear. Call Laura 646 399 8844 to arrange pick up day/time.
Accesories: jewelry, purses, shoes are also needed
Sunday, May 8, 2011
Happy Mother's Day from Chocolate Chip!
It's our day ladies! I hope you are celebrating because we deserve it! You are the hand that rocks the cradle. You love, nurture, protect and shape the future as you raise your children. No record will ever reflect the endless hours and countless effort you pour into your children and for that we lift you up and honor you today on Mother's Day!
My 7 year old sent me an email that I extend to each of you today. You are fierce and fabulous and we honor you for who you are and all you do!
Hi mommy happy mother's day. Enjoy your Mother's day mommy. You are the coolest mommy and don't forget it.I love you mommy. I am lucky to have a mom like you.I am blessed to have a mom like you.I love you with big hugs and big kisses.You are a special person in my family because you gave birth to me.I know that you went through a lot of trouble.But I thank you.
Love,
Brooke
From our family to yours we wish you a blessed Mother's Day! Check out the link below for a salute to you!
From the Chocolate Chip Archives...
http://chocolatechiponline.blogspot.com/2010/05/happy-mothers-day-from-chocolate-chip.html
My 7 year old sent me an email that I extend to each of you today. You are fierce and fabulous and we honor you for who you are and all you do!
Hi mommy happy mother's day. Enjoy your Mother's day mommy. You are the coolest mommy and don't forget it.I love you mommy. I am lucky to have a mom like you.I am blessed to have a mom like you.I love you with big hugs and big kisses.You are a special person in my family because you gave birth to me.I know that you went through a lot of trouble.But I thank you.
Love,
Brooke
From our family to yours we wish you a blessed Mother's Day! Check out the link below for a salute to you!
From the Chocolate Chip Archives...
http://chocolatechiponline.blogspot.com/2010/05/happy-mothers-day-from-chocolate-chip.html
Saturday, May 7, 2011
Choolate Chip Pee Wee Golf
Putting was the focus this week. Check out our son Ryan (of course in the Rondo jersey) and his BFF as they learn the proper way to hold the putter. Everyone will get to put their skills to work next week during the mini golf challenge!
Special shout out to the Chocolate Chip families that joined us today for the kick off of the 2011 season.
Saturday, April 2, 2011
April 3, 2011: Changing the Face of Independent Schools One Family at a Time
Tomorrow is the day we can begin to change the face of Independent Schools!
Join Chocolate Chip, RIISE & Fairchester Independent Schools
TOMORROW
April 3, 2011 3-6pm
Fairchester Boutique Recruitment Event
The Italian Center of Stamford
1620 Newfield Avenue Stamford CT
25 great independent schools!
Brunswick School, Covent of the Sacred Heart Greenwich, Greenwich Country Day School, Greenwich Academy.Greens, Farms Academy, Hackley School, Harvey School, KING, The Masters School, Rippowan Cisqua, Hopkins School, The Long Ridge School, The Mead School, New Canaan Country School, Rye Country Day School, St. Luke's School, Whitby School, Windward School, Wooster School, The Storm King School, Waterside School, The Milestone School, Loomis Chaffe, School of the Holy Child, The Montessori School
4 Informative Breakout Sessions!
You WON'T want to miss this event!
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