Tuesday, June 17, 2014

Father's Day 2014... A Weekend in the Life!


Ok, so this year for Father's Day, I wanted to make it a weekend event for my hubby, since I so graciously celebrate Mother's Day from Friday to Sunday each year (don't judge me). I had the entire weekend planned out, and with the exception of a couple of events that we just could not fit in, everything went according to my plans. I decided to chronicle the weekend's activities via my IPhone5C, and as a disclaimer, these images are straight from my phone, no edits or touch-ups at ALL. What you see is what you get. This post is a break away from the norm. It is nothing fancy, it's just us... a weekend in the life.

I kicked the weekend off by making spinach omelettes for the family. Once dad chose which shirt he would wear on Saturday, we made our way to Sambukka's Barber and Styling for a quick clean-up for our boys. (Check out Keith or Terry at Sambukka's. We've been going to them for 8 years now. Great people! FREE PUB) 


Spinach Omelettes on Saturday and Sunday morning.

Mr. Ponder's attire selection for the weekend!

First stop, getting our boys cleaned up by Keith Jordan at Sambukka's. =0)
We headed to Olive Garden for lunch and had a full blown conversation about the NBA play-offs (which only upset me, #teamLebron), high school, responsibility, life and future endeavors. We also discussed in-depth about being leaders and examples, just before the jokes started. Don't let them fool you. These three are serious cut-ups!


Rule #1, "No phones once drinks arrive". Oh well, watch this... 

Notice the strategic and gradual change in his position... 

We did not intervene on this, because big brother broke the rule. #overtheshoulder ;-)

Mom and Dad getting in a selfie (NO FILTER) BEFORE the drinks arrive. =0)

Next up was a trip to Cool Springs Mall so dad could do a little shopping. We ended up separating from him and going to Game Stop. They had money and it was burning a hole in their pockets! We made a Smoothie King run as well. We LOVE that place!

Photo opp on the Macy's escalator, while Mr. Frugal checks his receipt detail. 

Our little one kept suggesting socks he KNEW his dad would not wear. #pinkgreenblack 

Meanwhile, our eldest looks to be having a spectacular time! =0/

Oh and there's a photo bomb straight ahead... dead center! SMH o_O

Our youngest is so animated! Check out #MrTelephoneMan. He is always on that phone!

Chopping it up with his brother during lunch on Sunday. Photo bomber to the right.

Photo opp with my dad! (I was SO not ready! :-|) 

We all just happened to have similar colored shirts hanging in our closets. Imagine that! #theFam 
(A smile from our eldest coming someday soon... O_o)

#theTEAM #20YearsTogether #Married17

The Loves of my Life... My Men Folk! 
(I think I see an almost smile from our eldest. He was laughing until I started my count.)

Thanks for your indulgence. Unfortunately, I missed a lot of moments during the weekend, but I'm grateful I was able to capture a few. We hope you enjoyed a glimpse into our weekend and I hope all of the fathers out there were celebrated for the measure of love and effort they give to nurturing and supporting their children. Until next time, Be Blessed!


Angela
The Creative Director





#theDirectorsVoice





Monday, May 12, 2014

National Small Business Week 2014


In honor of National Small Business Week 2014, we wanted to publish a Small Business edition of our blog post, to spotlight a few local small businesses who are making a difference in our communities. Small business owners enhance the sustainability of the areas in which we live, by providing more choices (for a competitive advantage), by creating solid industry competition and by helping to fuel our nation's overall economy with creativity and innovation. As small business owners ourselves, we would like to encourage a movement toward supporting more locally-owned small businesses.

The growth of the small business industry has introduced a broader range of product and service diversity, which is a great benefit to loyal and potential consumers. The phrase, "Everything ain't for everybody", is a sentiment that definitely applies when it comes to supply and demand. Not everyone is going to like a particular service or product, but when it comes to owning your own and designing your business model, you really have to follow your heart and your own individual interests, and base your offerings on what you see as a need in your community and not on the result of national statistics. Marc Anthony wrote, "If you do what you love, you'll never work a day in your life." If you don't absolutely love what you do, then be about finding out what it is you do LOVE and get started! I'm not saying that being an entrepreneur will be easy, but it is a different kind of feeling when you can build something of your own from the ground up and see it evolve over time.


"Spotlight on Small Businesses in Middle Tennessee"

Health and Beauty Products



Celeste Black, Distributor 
www.etsy.com/shop/BodybyMiriamBe





Haircare and Salons

Cherylline Israel, Owner/Stylist 
www.divinestylesbeauty.com
Cherylline Israel, Licensed Distributor
Nashville, TN
www.divinestylesbeauty.com






Lottye Covington, Licensed Aesthetician
www.facebook.com/pages/L-Skin-Solutions-Inc 






 Commercial Services

Anthony Tate, Tate Commercial Enterprises
Hendersonville, TN / Nashville, TN




Realty

Terry Carter, Licensed Realtor
Crye-Leike / Nashville, TN   
www.terrycarter.crye-leike.com
www.terrycarter.crye-leike.com




Music / Entertainment


Precise Entertainment
DJ Mic Precise, Nashville, TN
MicPrecise@gmail.com








Graphic Art & Design

Graphic Designer & Tattoo Artist
Designer of the Photography by Sean Ponder logo 
onedropink@yahoo.com 






Media / Photography

nevettesphototoo@gmail.com
www.nevettesphotographytoo.com


And of course, yours truly...


www.PhotographybySeanPonder.com

Small business owners add a personal touch to their service that you won't get just anywhere. They initially connect through business, but end up building lasting relationships with their clients. It's not hard to see why so many people are in favor of the "mom and pop" establishments. There is nothing like putting a name with a face and a smile with it too! So in celebration of National Small Business Week, support the efforts and the financial strengthening of our communities... support small business owners!

As always, thank you for visiting our blog. Like us on FaceBook and follow us on InstaGram and Pinterest, or you can find our social pages on our website at www.PhotographybySeanPonder.com.

Here's to living life with purpose and passion!


Angela
The Creative Director






Monday, April 28, 2014

2nd Annual A Phi A Open Golf Tournament


The brothers of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Incorporated, Omicron Sigma Lambda (OSL) chapter from Murfreesboro, Tennessee are gearing up to host the "2nd Annual A PHI A Open Golf Tournament", which is scheduled for Saturday, June 28th, 2014 at the Windtree Golf Club, 810 Nonaville Road, in Mt. Juliet, Tennessee. 


This annual event is designed to create a day of excitement centered around the game of golf, while purposefully generating capital funds to support the OSL Foundation's scholastic initiatives. Through the financial support of the participants and other donors, the organization is able to provide scholarship funds to deserving students attending high schools in the Middle Tennessee area, who are pursuing higher education. In 2013, over $10,000 was raised and awarded in the form of collegiate scholarships to students graduating from Murfreesboro high schools and to one student enrolling as a freshman at Middle Tennessee State University.

This year's much anticipated event will include a Youth Golf Clinic, 4-Person Scramble tournament, Hole in One competition, Longest Drive competition, Closest to the Pin competition, Putting competition, Silent Auction, a complimentary meal, an enjoyable post-event mixer, and a number of other great prizes and amenities.
 






This golf event will also offer a great opportunity to market your product or business to a diverse group of individuals. There are a number of sponsorship packages available to suit any budget; however, a specially customized package can be created to meet the unique needs of your business. 
 
Package Sponsorship Levels:

Title Sponsor  - $5,000.00
Platinum Level - $1,000.00
Gold Level - $750.00

Individual Sponsorship Options:

Hydration Station - $500.00
Longest Drive - $500.00
Individual Hole Sponsor - $100.00
Refreshment Cart - $500.00
Closest to Pin - $500.00
Hole in One Sponsor - $500.00
Driving Range - $500.00


The primary goal in the sponsorship offerings is to ensure a quality event, where you can effectively market your business, product or service to potential consumers, while at the same time, supporting a noble cause.











This tournament will include approximately 144 golfers, 36 teams and several volunteers and youth. In addition, with the afternoon golf event, the OSL members will host a golf clinic for youth in the community. Through a partnership with Big Brothers Big Sisters, members of the Men of Distinction Mentoring Program, an organization sponsored by the Omicron Sigma Lambda chapter at Oakland High School, and other youth agencies will be invited to participate and learn the basic fundamentals of the game. 













The event will culminate with a reception and awards banquet for all participants. Consider this your invitation to join the brothers of the Omicron Sigma Lambda chapter for a day of fun, fellowship, and funding, and if you are unable to attend, your donations are welcomed and appreciated. For more information on this event, please contact one of the individuals below.

Maurice Danner, Sponsor Chairman, 
(615)364-5935 
Maurice.Danner@comcast.net

Warren D. Isenhour, Tournament Chairman
(615) 394-7407
dub1906@yahoo.com 






 Photo Credit: All Images taken by Photography by Sean Ponder
www.PhotographybySeanPonder.com



Thank you for visiting our blog. Please visit www.aphiaopen.com to find out more information about this great event and how you can get involved for a worthwhile cause. You can find out more about us and our style of photography on our website at www.PhotographybySeanPonder.com. Like us on FaceBook and follow us on InstaGram and Pinterest!

Here's to living life with purpose and passion!


Angela
The Creative Director