Kristen's Statement and Public Apology to Rob

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People.com Kristen Stewart is issuing a public apology for hurting her boyfriend of three years, Robert Pattinson, by having a fling with her Snow White and the Huntsman director, Rupert Sanders. US Weekly Scans

 "I'm deeply sorry for the hurt and embarrassment I've caused to those close to me and everyone this has affected. This momentary indiscretion has jeopardized the most important thing in my life, the person I love and respect the most, Rob. I love him, I love him, I'm so sorry," Stewart said in a statement Wednesday.



I have no words. But I felt I owe you guys an update of what's been going on. 
People.com Rob leaves the home he shares with Kristen

People.com Rob and Kristen are not speaking

I'm not sure until when I will be in hiatus. I'm gonna try to open the comments for you my dear readers. Please be reminded to be respectful of Rob, Kristen, the situation, and between yourselves.

To read all the comments - click on 'newer/newest comments' at the top of the comment pop-up box. 201- up all in there. 
Update: After reading/moderating over a thousand comments, and I think you guys were able to share your feelings/thoughts about the matter, I am NOT approving any more. I've been accused of so many things now and I think its time to shut down the comments section. I don't want to add more to the hate and confusion emerging from the readers' views. Enough is enough. Blog will still be in hiatus until further notice.

Again, I will not approve any more comments. But I will not disable it so that you can still read them.

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Dorothy's Ruby Slippers Come Home to New York

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Have you ever dreamed of walking in someone else's shoes, perhaps Dorothy's slippers from "The Wizard of Oz?" This post is about a once in a lifetime opportunity for that certain mother or daughter... could that be you?


On December 5th in the Tea Room of New York's swanky Hotel Plaza Athénée (yes, a very long way from Kansas, Dorothy), you'll be able to dine on petit fours while ogling the actual Ruby Slippers worn by Judy Garland in the original "The Wizard of Oz." This unusual High Tea will take place from 4pm-6pm and costs $75 per person.

The private viewing of the red-sequined pumps (in the book they were silver but in those early Technicolor days the director declared they had to be red) marks their brief visit to New York City prior to being auctioned in California by Profiles in History. According to their owner, this pair was used when Dorothy clicks her heels three times to return to Kansas, stating “There’s no place like home.” The slippers are currently appraised in excess of $3 million and if you really really want them, auction information can be found on the website www.profilesinhistory.com.

"We are extremely proud to organize this magical afternoon which is a perfect way to celebrate the holiday season," said Bernard Lackner, General Manager of the Plaza Athénée. "Our hotel has had a long history of welcoming some of the greatest movie stars from Hollywood. Hosting the Ruby Slippers is nothing short of hosting a moment of American movie history."

According to Mr. Lackner, all attendees will have a "unique opportunity to have an up close and personal look at the iconic pair of shoes." Alas, you will not be able to walk in them but the encounter is sure to be... magical.

To reserve your table at the Hotel Plaza Athénée, please visit the site or book with Cheryl Plonski at 212/606-4635.

I'm Dreaming of a Snowmass Family Holiday

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Have you been following the monthly Families Dream Big vacation giveaways on MyFamilyTravels.com? If not, they're pretty cool, and this month the Big Dreamy Destination is Aspen Snowmass, Colorado.  If you play along, comment on winter sports, check in on Facebook, sign up for the e-newsletter or visit the partner sites www.TakingTheKids.com or www.TravelingMom.com, you get a chance to win.


But we know some of you are already planning to hit the slopes in Colorado this winter. And if you're lucky enough to be in or near Snowmass by New Year's Eve, here's a helpful roundup of the fun holiday activities -- many of them free or very low cost -- that you can expect when you're off the slopes.

From tree-lighting ceremonies to a torchlight parade to Santa’s magical presence, Snowmass is snow-covered in holiday cheer.

Free Kids Crafts  Every Tuesday & Thursday at 3:30-4:30 pm
Kids make free special handmade souvenirs of a Snowmass vacation including picture frames, pillows, and scarves to holiday ornaments.  Meet at the Treehouse Kids’ Adventure Center. 

Free Kids Sing-A-Longs & Storytelling Every Monday & Wednesday at 3:30-4:30pm
Kids gather around the campfire to hear some of the tallest tales in the West by master story tellers and sing with a guitar strumming cowboy.  Free for all ages.  Free s‘mores.

Letters to Santa  December 6-24
If your children have a last-minute Christmas wish, make sure the jolly old fellow hears about it by dropping off a note in his personal mailbox located on the Snowmass Village Mall. Selected letters are published in the local newspaper, the Snowmass Sun.

Maroon Bel Canto Children’s Chorus Christmas Concert December 12, 6pm
The Maroon Bel Canto Children’s Chorus, now in its 3rd season, performs a Christmas Concert at Snowmass Chapel. There is no charge for this heart-warming concert.

Anderson Ranch Arts Center Open House December 13 5pm to 9pm
For art lovers, there is an Open House & Live Art Auction at Anderson Ranch Arts Center (970.932-3181) which includes a tour of the art studios via candlelit walkways with hundreds of luminaries. The event is free and open to the public. Activities include children’s ornament decorating, a trunk show with personal appearances by artists – jewelry, ceramics, paintings and more, a Live auction of select artwork by nationally and internationally known artists to fund the Ranch's amazing work, and if you book ahead, a wonderful holiday dinner in the Ranch Café priced at $20.

Santa's Village & Carolers-a-Caroling  December 21-24, 2pm-4pm
The North Pole comes to the Snowmass Village Mall and Base Village when Santa’s magical village opens to hear the last minute requests of good girls and boys. Complimentary photos with Santa are offered daily. December 23rd and 24th carolers and a barber shop quartet stroll through the mall and Base Village singing favorite Christmas Carols.

Torchlight Parade with Fireworks  December 28 at 5pm
Whether viewer or participant, the annual torchlight parade down Snowmass’ slopes looks magnificently luminous!  Moms, dads and kids ages 8+ are invited to be part of the trail of light down the mountain. Free fireworks after the parade. For more information, stop by the Guest Services Information Desk in the Ticket Pavilion on the Snowmass Mall or call 970.923.0560.

Holiday Events at The Silvertree Hotel December 6-30
From the Loving Tree Ceremony on December 6th to the New Year’s Gala at the Cabaret Room, the Silvertree Hotel (800/837-4255) is decked out for the season.  Enjoy Holiday music in the lobby from December 12th through the 24th, visits with Santa from the 20th through the 24th and Christmas Eve with stories from Santa by the fireplace.  The kids can decorate gingerbread for free on December 23. Local authors, Jill Sheeley and Johnny Boyd tell stories on December 29th and 30th and the kids can decorate gingerbread cookies for free on the 23rd. Celebrate the festival of lights at The Silvertree Hotel. The Menorah is displayed in the lobby with plenty of dreidels and gelt for everyone to enjoy.

Snowmass Chapel December 24 at 7pm and 9pm
The Snowmass Chapel holds two candlelight protestant services with chamber orchestra, Christmas Handbell and Vocal Choirs on December 24 at 7pm and 9pm.  

New Year’s Eve Events for all Ages
Ring in the New Year in Snowmass with gourmet feasts at local restaurants to rockin’ live music and dancing into the wee hours of the night, Snowmass celebrations abound including: Artisan Handcrafted Cuisine and Sage Restaurant and Bar offer epicurean menus, intimate settings, and the ideal romantic way to celebrate the New Year.  The Silvertree Hotel hosts its 20thth Annual New Year’s Eve Party with party favors, champagne, open bar, music, dancing, balloon drop and pizza buffet at midnight.

America's Top Holiday Lights Celebrations

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With Thanksgiving behind us, it's time to focus on local celebrations for the winter holidays. There's no better time for a road trip to see holiday lights displays and enjoy local festivals than the weekends in December and early January.

If you can get away weekdays, even better because the crowds diminish and the craftspeople have more time to show off their wares.  Start flipping the pages for a look at 52 favorite destinations for holiday lights.



Conner Prairie in Indiana is just one of the places going all out for the winter holidays. 

For example, you can take a ConnerPrairie by Candlelight tour:
Dec. 7-8, 14-15 and 21-22; Start times for tours are staggered from 6 p.m.-9p.m.
Set on Christmas Eve in 1836 Prairietown, take a 60-minute evening tour to seehow different residents celebrate the holidays – all by candlelight. Join theUllmans’ Hanukkah celebration, meet the German Pennsylvania Santa Claus, warmup around a bonfire shindig and sing and dance at the Campbells’ holiday party. Reservations required at (317) 776-6006.

Or you can visit this historic village during Winter Fun Days –
Dec. 26-Jan. 6 (closed Jan. 1); 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Avoid the post-holiday blues with some wintertime fun! Visit Lenape Indian Campto learn about the science of baking, enjoy a chocolate-making demonstrationand a story by the fire. Inside the Featherston Barn, guests will learn aboutwinter survival skills like trapping and fire-starting. The Welcome Center willhost puppet shows, singing and games. If you have ever wondered what ouranimals do during the winter, stop by the Animal Encounters Barn. And join usDec. 26-29 when ANIMALIA will discuss and show off a variety of animals duringWinter Critter Chat.

Enjoy our 52 Holiday Lights Delights e-zine and share your thoughts on favorite light shows near you.

Vendor Spotlight - Oh So Chic

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Photo by: Adam and Shawna Photography

Oh So Chic Wedding & Event Planning

Creating Cleverly Stylish Events!

www.ohsochicevents.com Specializes In:
Oh So Chic is all about designing and creating events that truly reflect our clients. An Oh So Chic client is open to fresh ideas, isn’t afraid to incorporate color and wants an event that reflects their style and personality.

DeShai Roberson is the Owner and Principal Planner with a background in Interior Design. She has received accolades from both vendors, past clients and has been featured on national wedding blogs and featured in several wedding publications. Her attention to detail and creative flair is what makes for an unforgettable event.

DeShai’s Tip For Brides: Have fun during the planning process. Don’t sweat the small stuff. The more relaxed you are leading up to the wedding day the more likely you are to have a great event that you will never forget.

Check out these stunning designs by Oh So Chic
or click here to see the wedding gallery.

Photography by: Brandon Kidd Photography

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Photography by: Vivian Sachs Photography

Mangia Monday - Planning your wedding menu

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Tastings

Tantalize Your Taste Buds As You Plan Your Wedding Menu 

Written by Bob Brichmann 

Photography by True Photography Weddings

Food is arguably one of the key elements a bride and groom and their families consider for that special wedding reception. It's a signature of your tastes for display with family & friends. The right mix of food, beverage and dessert makes a statement.
As you search for the right hotel, chef and/or caterer, ask for referrals. Look at reputations and testimonials from past clients. Try and narrow down your choices to three or four caterers. Then the fun truly begins with the ever-so-necessary tasting three to five months before the wedding. 
“This is really important. You build a relationship with your caterer and they in turn can offer a more caring, personal touch to their services tailored to your needs. You can see how the food will be presented at the wedding. You can sample from a variety of tasty hors d'oeurves and entrees and determine the quality of actual dishes,” explains Melissa Caputo, Operations Manager for Feast On This, Full Service Catering & Event Planning.
Caterers almost universally endorse tasting sample cocktail hour offerings (food & beverage), entrees and sides and desserts to get the full experience. Pay attention to the décor and service. This is generally representative of how it will be at the wedding.  
It's good to start with perhaps just the two of you for the first visit. If the parents are foodies or helping pay for the wedding, they'll probably need to taste test, too, but that can be a secondary visit. What may chaff some caterers is if you seek to bring a crew of 8 to 12 people. That's not very practical as caterers have real labor costs and hard food & beverage costs. It is not uncommon for there to be a cost to cover expenses for a tasting session. It's only fair to the caterer.
“Couples will share preferences ahead of time in a preliminary meeting or by phone so we know going into the tasting everything from linen color preferences to dietary concerns, such as vegan, gluten-free, lactose intolerance or perhaps shellfish allergies,” shares Kristie Emmons, Event Sales & Designer for Continental Catering.
Some caterers are larger than others. Large does not mean a sacrifice in quality...it often means they are popular and in demand. If you like what you see and/or taste, snatch 'em up before others do. There are only so many Saturdays for staging weddings. There are boutique caterers, too, who pride themselves on their acclaimed chef's technique, talent and style and who are sought after for their food and service.
“Brides and grooms need to be up front and honest about their expectations and budget. It's a huge cost within the wedding budget. They can have normal sized entrees to see what portions they'll get. There's also a growing trend toward family style for stations using unique, small plating with almost a Tapas styling,” advises Meredith Bell, Director of Business Development for TK&A Catering.
Don't be surprised if off-premise caterers ask for a tasting fee. As stated, they have hard costs without a guarantee of resulting business in the end. Many, though, do apply a credit to the final bill if you book them for your event. 
Don't be shy about asking loads of questions or being specific with your tastes. This is the purpose of the tasting and pre-event planning process ~ to get it right on the “day-of.”
“Many are foodies with their tastes and critical about how the food and servings will look when served. They may want comfort food with an edge. Braised short ribs in a red wine reduction. Truffled mac-n-cheese. A shot of organic tomato soup with a bite of grilled cheese made with Vermont white cheddar & artisan bread,” offers Mark Vogel, Event Coordinator & Co-Owner with San Diego Authentic Flavors.
It should be a fun process for you and whomever you invite to taste test. In the past, there was a wives tale that the groom just showed up for the wedding. That is no more. Grooms have discerning tastes now, too. They like food, music, dessert, etc. They want to give input. It's their wedding, too.
“In our case, we don't charge for the tasting. We really want to bond with them and for them to enjoy the process. Perhaps they have special requests from favorite restaurants they've been to that we can recreate. Maybe they stage a sushi bar with a special roll named after the couple. They can come to the tasting after work, dress casual, take pictures...have fun,” states Christine Ong, Event Director from Encore Catering & Events.
One thing to keep in mind is the guest list and feeding the masses. How many are truly foodies and will they really taste quinoa or dragon fruit and know what it is versus enjoying a well-cooked steak and nicely cooked traditional vegetables? We have many destination weddings here in the San Diego area which means people fly in from around the country and world to attend events. Their tastes fly with them.
Keep in mind seasonality with regard to fruit and vegetable choices. Listen to your chef or caterer. When they say in 6 months, it's not brussels sprouts season, listen to them. They do this for a living. You'll pay an arm & a leg for out of season items (and even then, they may not be available). 
You may be looking for deals. You may be on a “budget.” The food and service element is crucial to creating a smooth-flowing, memorable, wedding day experience. Take advantage of the taste testing process to ensure you get what you want: peace of mind, your tastes reflected in your event, happy family & friends and a wonderful, stress-free evening.
You've earned a delicious night. Prepare for it in advance 
and enjoy! 

The Rover' Update - To Start Shooting January 2013?

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According to If.com.au 'The Rover' is set to start shooting in January 2013 and to wrap around March 2013. Here are the updates from the site:

  Updated: 11/07/2012
Status: In Development
Category: Feature
Teaser: A man pursues a gang who stole his car through the wild and rough Australian outback of the near future.

Director: David Michod
Producer: David Linde, Liz Watts
Line Producer: Libby Sharpe
Writer: David Michod

Cast: Robert Pattinson, Guy Pearce
Location: South Australia

Production Company: Lava Bear Films, Porchlight Films
Start Shoot: Proposed- January 24th, 2013
Wrap Shoot: Proposed- late March, 2013.

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Rob's BlackBook Pics. NonScans

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JoshuaDavidStein. Ed-in-Chief, BlackBookMag "Yeah, I wrote September's cover story on Robert Pattinson but it seems from the internet, people only really want to look at him. I can't blame them. He's one handsome dude. Here are the images, taken by the astonishingly talented Autumn De Wilde in the totally wild Moonlight Rollerway in Glendale, CA.

If you missed the article/interview Read on @BlackBook Mag.com or click here






   
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The 'Bel Ami' UK DVD/Bluray from HMV - With Berlinale Exclusives

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Today is the release day of the Bel Ami DVD and BluRay in the UK.
And HMV is selling an exclusive Bel Ami DVD and Blu-ray  which contain footage of Rob at the Berlin Film Festival talking about the movie at the press junket, as well, as on the red carpet which no other discs in the UK contain.

You can buy it HERE

Or get the regular DVD or BluRay versions from AmazonUK here

Thanks Nikki of Premiere and RPLife

Kristen's Statement and Public Apology to Rob

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People.com Kristen Stewart is issuing a public apology for hurting her boyfriend of three years, Robert Pattinson, by having a fling with her Snow White and the Huntsman director, Rupert Sanders. US Weekly Scans

 "I'm deeply sorry for the hurt and embarrassment I've caused to those close to me and everyone this has affected. This momentary indiscretion has jeopardized the most important thing in my life, the person I love and respect the most, Rob. I love him, I love him, I'm so sorry," Stewart said in a statement Wednesday.



I have no words. But I felt I owe you guys an update of what's been going on. 
People.com Rob leaves the home he shares with Kristen

People.com Rob and Kristen are not speaking

I'm not sure until when I will be in hiatus. I'm gonna try to open the comments for you my dear readers. Please be reminded to be respectful of Rob, Kristen, the situation, and between yourselves.

To read all the comments - click on 'newer/newest comments' at the top of the comment pop-up box. 201- up all in there. 
Update: After reading/moderating over a thousand comments, and I think you guys were able to share your feelings/thoughts about the matter, I am NOT approving any more. I've been accused of so many things now and I think its time to shut down the comments section. I don't want to add more to the hate and confusion emerging from the readers' views. Enough is enough. Blog will still be in hiatus until further notice.

Again, I will not approve any more comments. But I will not disable it so that you can still read them.

For Rob news RPLife / Robsessed 
For Kristen news kstewartfans / kstewartnews/  fiercebitchstew

Rustic Snow White Editorial Shoot

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We are totally smitten with this Snow White styled inspirational shoot by Melissa Biador Photography. Love the bold reds and greens and all the natural materials.

CREDITS:
Photography: Melissa Biador Photography
Dress: Bliss Bride
Stationary: Nic.Roc.Designs
Planning/Styling: Events by Elisa & Penny Blooms Floral Design
Rentals: Hall Events
Linen: Classic Party Rentals, San Diego
Florals: Penny Blooms Floral Design
Suit: A Better Deal Designer Tuxedos
Makeup: Blush Makeup Artistry
Hair: Beth Whitfield
Cake: Hey There Cupcake!
Cake Pops: Calculated Whisk
Macarons: La Reine des Macarons
Mini Pies: Wicked Spoon
Accessories: Sparrow Bridal
Ring Nest: Summer Wind Soy
Videography: Porcelain Rose Productions
Models: Ben Stoodley & Taylor Gill