April 2013
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Book Review: Bread and Wine, A Love Letter to Life...
My second book review for April is for the book “Bread and Wine, A Love Letter to Life Around the Table with Recipes”, by Shauna Niequist. The book retails for about $20.95 CDN at Chapters and was released on April 8th, 2013. It is a very unique book. The book contains the author’s “life stories” with segways into recipes It’s an interesting concept, however I...
Book Review: The Christian Mama's Guide to Having...
My first book review for April is for the book “The Christian Mama’s Guide to having a Baby: Everything You Need to Know to Survive (and Love) Your Pregnancy”, by Erin MacPherson. The book retails for about $16.95 CDN at Chapters and is going to be released tomorrow (April 9th, 2013). I must say as my husband and I have been thinking of starting a family soon, this book came to me at a...
January 2013
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Book Review: Unglued Devotional, 60 Days of...
My third book review for January is for the book “Unglued Devotional, 60 Days of Imperfect Progress”, by Lysa TerKeurst. The book retails for about $14.50 CDN at Chapters and was released on December 13th, 2012. This book is a “daily devotional” book, so there are 60 days, one scripture each day is discussed. It focuses on how most women nowadays have that “unglued” feeling...
Book Review: 20,000 Days and Counting, The Crash...
My second book review for January is for the book “20,000 Days and Counting, The Crash Course for Mastering Your Life Right Now”, by Robert D. Smith. The book retails for about $15.95 CDN at Chapters and was released on January 1st, 2013, so this was another book I was able to read before it hit the bookshelves. This book is meant to be read in one sitting and takes about an hour or so to...
Book Review: If You Have a Craving, I Have a Cure
My first book review for 2013 is for the book “If You Have a Craving, I Have a Cure”, by Sheri Rose Shepherd. The book retails for about $16.95 CDN at Chapters and was released on December 20th, 2012. This book was alright. The recipes I found to be not really to my liking as I enjoy more international flavours (such as Italian, etc), as that is my family’s heritage. Some of the points...
December 2012
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Metta of Loving Kindness
During this time of year, we all think about family, friends and what really matters in life, I thought I would share this simplified version of Buddha’s Metta of Loving Kindness:
May I be well May I be happy and content May I be free from danger and suffering May I be filled with loving-kindness May you be well May you be happy and content May you be free from danger and suffering May you...
2013, A New Personal Journey
A lot has happened in my life in the last few years. The very sudden loss of my father, breaking away from an oppressive religious organization, and other interesting family experiences. Although these experiences have been extremely tough emotionally, each experience has taught me a great deal about who I am as a person and very important life lessons. Going forward in 2013 I am going to be...
Book Review: The Respect Dare: 40 Days to a Deeper...
My first book review for December is for the book “The Respect Dare: 40 Days to a Deeper Connection with God and Your Husband”, by Nina Roesner. The book retails for about $16.95 CDN at Chapters and will released on December 11th, 2012, so this was another book I was able to read before it hit the bookshelves. This book was alright. It is based on the movie “Fireproof”, but instead of...
November 2012
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Book Review: Isle of Shadows
My book review for November is for the book “Isle of Shadows”, by Tracy Higley. The book retails for about $13.95 CDN at Chapters and was released on November 13th, 2012, so this was another book I was able to read before it hit the bookshelves. I didn’t really enjoy reading this book. Apparently the book was rewritten from an original novel that she had released called “Shadow of...
October 2012
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Book Review: Wisdom Meets Passion: When...
My second book review for October is for the book “Wisdom Meets Passion: When Generations Collide and Collaborate”, by Dan Miller and Jared Angaza. The book retails for about $17.95 CDN at Chapters and was released on August 28th, 2012. I was actually very disappointed in this book. It looked like it would be a very interesting read as one of the reviews had said it was “a solid,...
Book Review: Return to Sunday Dinner: The Simple...
With Thanksgiving just a less then a week away I was very pleased to receive this book to review! My book review for October is for the book “Return to Sunday Dinner: The Simple Delight of Family, Friends and Food”, by Russell Cronkhite. The book retails for about $29.50 CDN at Chapters and is going to be released on October 16th, 2012. I again was quite excited to read this book in advance...
September 2012
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Book Review: The Southern Foodie: 100 Places To...
My book review for September is for the book “The Southern Foodie: 100 Paces to Eat In The South Before You Die (and The Recipes That Made Them Famous)”, by Chris Chamberlain. The book retails for about $26.50 CDN at Chapters and was released on September 18th, 2012. I again was quite excited to read this book in advance of it’s sale on bookshelves. This was an interesting book to me as we are...
August 2012
3 posts
Book Review: 52 Little Lessons from It's a...
My third book review for August is for the book “52 Little Lessons from It’s a Wonderful Life”, by Bob Welch. The book retails for about $16.95 CDN at Chapters and will be released on September 11th, 2012. I again was quite excited to read this book in advance of it’s sale on bookshelves. This was an interesting book to me. It highlighted simple life lessons highlighted in the 1946 movie...
Book Review: You Be Sweet, Sharing Your Heart One...
My second book review for August is for the book “You Be Sweet, Sharing Your Heart One Down-Home Dessert at a Time”, by Patsy Caldwell and Amy Wilson. The book retails for about $26.50 CDN at Chapters and will be released on August 28th, 2012. I again was quite excited to read this book in advance of it’s sale on bookshelves. This is the second cookbook I have reviewed and I really enjoyed it. I...
Book Review: The MoneySmart Family System:...
My book review for August is for the book “The MoneySmart Family System: Teaching Financial Independence to Children of Every Age”, by Steve and Annette Economides. The book retails for about $17.95 CDN at Chapters and will be released on August 21st, 2012. I again was quite excited to read this book in advance of it’s sale on bookshelves. I found it to be simplistically written, and encourages...
May 2012
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Book Review: Stress Point - Thriving Through Your...
It’s that time again, my book review for May is for the book “Stress Point -Thriving Through Your Twenties in a Decade of Drama”, bySarah Francis Martin. The book retails for about $13.95 CDN at Chapters and will be released on June 5th, 2012. I did enjoy reading this book. The format is a journal as well as case examples of stresses that 20-something year old deal with. I was a little...
April 2012
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Book Review: Simply Grilling, 105 Recipes for...
My book review for April is for the book “Simply Grilling, 105 Recipes for Quick and Casual Grilling”, by Jennifer Chandler. The book retails for about $26.50 CDN at Chapters and will be released on April 17th, 2012. As the previous books I reviewed back in February and March, I again was quite excited to read this book in advance of it’s sale on bookshelves. I LOVE cooking, especially on the...
March 2012
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Book Review: Simple Secrets to a Happy Life
My book review for March is for the book “Simple Secrets to a Happy Life”, by Luci Swindoll. The book retails for about $16.95 CDN at Chapters and will be released on March 13th, 2012. As the pervious book I reviewed back in February, I was quite excited to read this book in advance of it’s sale on bookshelves. I really enjoyed reading this book. After reading it all the way though, I actually...
February 2012
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Book Review: Heart of Gold
My book review for February is for the book “Heart of Gold”, by Robin Lee Hatcher which is a Christian romance novel in the “Women of Faith” fiction series. The book retails for about $16.95 CDN at Chapters and will be released on February 14th, 2012. I was quite excited to read this book in advance of it’s sale on bookshelves! I did enjoy reading this book. I found it to be quite a slow...
January 2012
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Book Review: 50 Things Every Young Lady Should...
My first book review for 2012 is for the book “50 Things Every Young Lady Should Know: What to Do, What to Say, & How to Behave”, by Kay West with John Bridges and Brian Curtis. The book retails for about $17.95 CDN (for the Hardcover book) at Chapters. I have to start off to say, I absolutely LOVED this book! I think it is a must read for any girl who is between the ages of 6-15. You can...
October 2011
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Book Review: Where Has Oprah Taken Us?: The...
I received “Where Has Oprah Taken Us?: The Religious Influence of the World’s Most Famous Woman” by Stephen Mansfield about a week ago. The book retails for about $24.50 CDN (for the Hardcover book) at Chapters. I had always thought of Oprah as an inspiration to women, and she has quite the influence on what is on television now (Dr.Phil, Rachel Ray, etc). As a younger person, I was not...
August 2011
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Book Review: The Little Red Book of Wisdom
Time for another review! :) I received “The Little Red Book of Wisdom” by Mark DeMoss a little over a month ago. The book retails for $17.95 CDN at Chapters. To be honest I was really expecting a great read when I ordered this book. In my opinion it wasn’t really what I was hoping for. I actually struggled to finish this book (something that doesn’t normally happen). The main...
July 2011
2 posts
Book Review: Surviving Your Serengeti: 7 Skills to...
Well I received another book through BookSneeze.com Blogger’s Program the other day, this book really caught my eye when I opened the package. This week I was sent Surviving Your Serengeti: 7 Skills to Master Business and Life by Stefan Swanepoel. I love reading books on business and life, as I hope they can give me some new points of wisdom that I can use practically in my life. ...
Book Review: Strike It Rich With Pocket Change
I received another book to review though BookSneeze.com’s Blogging Program, this time I read “Strike It Rich with Pocket Change” by Ken Potter and Dr. Brian Allen. It claims to be a guide to making money by looking for coins with errors. Many people collect coins, now others collect them for the value because of errors in production.
Overall I found it a pretty interesting read. However...
June 2011
1 post
Book Review
Just thought I would share a quick review on a book I just read that I loved. I just finished reading A Reluctant Queen - The Love Story of Esther by Joan Wolf and I thought it was an amazing book and couldn’t put it down once I started to read it. She took the story of Esther and put her own intriguing spin on the story. So that being said it doesn’t follow the Bible account 100%,...
April 2011
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Senior Model Program
Ariane Anderson Photography is pleased to announce a brand new Senior Model Program!
We are currently looking for 2012 High School Seniors in the Tri-County area (Yarmouth, Meteghan, Clare, Weymouth and Digby) to participate in this awesome new program!
This program will include two separate professional photo sessions. One indoors (in-studio) and one more creative, outdoor and fun. We like...
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New Facebook Page - Ariane Anderson Photography
Due to the fact that certain aspects of my business are getting busier, I will be splitting my Photography from my Event Planning, Decorating and Rentals Facebook Page… For my Photography Services, please visit my new facebook page - http://www.facebook.com/pages/Ariane-Anderson-Photography/105856142833411
March 2011
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January 2011
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Photo Booth for Weddings and Events
Looking for something fun and different to add to your wedding or event?? Why not try a Photo Booth? Photo Booth Sessions include a photographer, backdrop, professional lighting and super fun props! Starting at $300! Contact me for more details!
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Photo of the Day - January 19th, 2011
I’ve teamed up with Lucienne Doucette from Belle’s Barrettes to offer my clients awesome props for family and baby photo shoots!
Check out her Facebook Group for her product line! http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=135769336448332
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Photo of the Day - January 18th, 2011
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Day 10 - Photo of the Day - Candle
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Day 9 - Photo of the Day - Winter Storm January...
Taken this morning at around 11:00am, January 12th, 2011. Only about an hour after it started really snowing.
Winter storm is here in Meteghan, Nova Scotia!
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Day 8 - Photo of the Day
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Day 7 - Photo of the Day - Martini Anyone?
Thought I would share one of my favorites:
Cranberry Martini Recipe Ingredients
1 oz vodka 1/2 oz Cointreau orange liqueur 3 oz cranberry juice* chopped ice lemon slice, for zing and garnish
Cranberry Martini Recipe Directions
Combine all ingredients in a cocktail shaker. Add ice so that the shaker is about a third full (ice plus ingredients). Shake for 20 seconds. Strain into a cocktail...
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Day 6 - Photo of the Day - Sunset in Clare
One of the reasons I love about living in Nova Scotia are the sunsets. Every evening is like a different work of art outside my window.
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Day 5 - Photo of the Day
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Photo of the Day - Day 4
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Photo of the Day - Day 3
I know it’s a bit Summery of a theme to be posting in the middle of Winter, but I love my “Nautical” theme, I found this shell along Mavillette Beach (one of my favorite beaches in Nova Scotia)…
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Photo of the Day - Day 2 - Self Help
It’s ok to read “Self Help” books, as long as the topic is actually going to help your personal growth…
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Photo of the Day - Day 1
Day 1 - Weddings, A New Beginning..
Well here’s to day 1 of my project and hoping I can see this through :) Project 365… A different photo from everyday this year… Will be quite the task, but looking forward to it!
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Project 365 - Photography
Well I thought I might as well get on the band wagon… Project 365… A different photo from everyday this year… will be quite the task, but looking forward to it! Starting tomorrow so watch for photo #1 :)
December 2010
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August 2010
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Professional Photography
Today I start my journey as a professional photographer.
I began capturing images at the age of 11, playing with my father’s camera. Over time my passion for art and photography grew. As I worked with weddings as an event planner for many years, and more recently in the field of marketing, art and photography has taken a deeper meaning.
When it comes to your wedding day, I look forward to...
March 2010
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“The greatest mistake you can make in life is to be continually fearing you will...”
February 2010
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“Life is a journey, so enjoy it…”
