Ball Pits are for Making Friends (and Networking)

Who doesn't love ball pits?  Do you remember when you were a kid and you just wanted to jump right in?  Or if you have kids - those bright colored balls are just so mesmerizing to little munchkins.

I came across this video and thought this would be such an amazing element to add to an event. You would need a few of them - but talk about networking, getting to know the attendees and making a friend.  

So my question to each of you is - would you hop in the pit and meet a friend?  I would.

Hotel Lust: South Beach Heat

Just popping in to say hi! Between upcoming events and getting sick - it's been a crazy few weeks and it's not slowing down for another few weeks.  I'm heading to Kansas City this Friday for two events.  One is a California wine tasting (that's right - in Kansas City).  To say this one has been interesting to plan is an understatement.  The other is a down home BBQ with a twist.  You can follow all my antics on instagram.

As I was going through the crazy amount of emails that I received today, this beauty stopped me in my tracks.  Maybe it was the pool or the beach or just wanting some nice warm weather, but The Raleigh in Miami Beach (AKA South Beach) has me smitten.

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Words: Time to Take a Risk

Have you ever wanted to do something personally or professionally but you've kept telling yourself why you couldn't do it or why it wouldn't work?  I know that I've done that before.  I come up with all kinds of ideas all.the.time.  If I'm going to be honest, sometimes the fear of the unknown paralizes me.  I'm afraid that it's going to bomb or people might not take the idea seriously.  Does this sound familiar?

Well, your challenge and my challenge is to take that leap of faith and focus on everything that is right with that idea.  Flush out all the pros and cons, but don't let the cons stop you if its something you feel strongly about.

What are some of the things you've wanted to do, but have focused on all the things that could be wrong with it?

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DIY Branded Notebooks

Happy Saturday!  I decided to get a little crafty this morning and play with my camera this morning.

I love moleskine journals.  They are different than the notebooks.  The journals don't have as many pages, have a softer cover and you can easily flip through the pages.  

When I rebranded ROAR events, I had some stamps made with our logo.  I thought this would be an easy way to make stationary more my own.  Well - I made these moleskin journals more my own.  With the help of some Wasbi tape, some black ink, stamps and one business card - I now have 4 custom branded ROAR notebooks.  

Everyone needs to look at a little creative inspiration through out the day - don't you think?  And these will do just that.

Friday Favorites

I get inspired all the time.  Thought I would share some things that I've seen over this past week that I'm having a hard time getting out of my head.  Welcome to Friday Favorites!

01. These chicken fajitas look so good that I just might need to make some this weekend!  Maybe for the superbowl.

02. I've been wanting to redecorate my office and this one looks so inspiring to me.  I might have to head to my local Target store and see if they have that print that is hanging between the windows).

03. How would you feel if you were sent a box of confetti hearts?  I say super loved and you might just have a heart attack (in a good way)!

04. I've always wanted to try making crossiants.  And since I'm about to start a 30 day cleanse, maybe I should make some soon. (PS - her photography is amazing, it looks like you can eat them right off the screen.)

Happy Friday everyone!