In 1917, the world was a different place. There was no Google yet. Or Yahoo. Remember, that was before there were DVDs. Heck, even before there was VHS. People were indeed watching movies in the cinema, and not downloading them online. Imagine the packed seats, the laughter, the excitement, the novelty. And all of that without 3D computer effects.
In the year 1917, the time when Uncle Bill arrived on this planet, books were still popularly read on paper, not on digital devices. Trees were felled to get the word out. The number one US bestseller of the time was Mr. Britling Sees It Through by H. G. Wells. Oh, that's many years ago. Have you read that book? Have you heard of it?
In 1917... The Danish West Indies is sold to the United States for $25 million. An anti-prostitution drive in San Francisco attracts huge crowds to public meetings. The United States severs diplomatic relations with Germany. Mata Hari is arrested for spying. The Duma declares a provisional government. Vladimir Lenin arrives in Petrograd.
The 1910s were a decade of change. Archduke Franz Ferdinand of Austria-Hungary in Sarajevo was assassinated, and World War I broke out. Many countries, like Mexico, saw a revolution. The last modern empires in Russia, Germany and elsewhere collapsed. The Titanic, deemed unsinkable, strikes an iceberg and sinks. The Panama canal is completed.
The movie that was all the rage when Uncle Bill was 15? Trouble in Paradise
The technology available today would have blown Uncle Bill's mind in 1917. Do you know what was invented in the year he was born? Sonar Echolocation. The Cruise Missile. Uncle Bill has seen the world change, and he has changed with it. Not only does Uncle Bill have a computer, but he is even on facebook.
So, happy birthday Uncle Bill. I hope that I too can see my 93rd year with such class. You are a truly and example of aging with grace, I am looking forward to a great evening of celebrating with you!
Just in case you are too lazy to skedaddle over to the epicurious website, here is the recipe:
Ingredients:
And of course, this shot...one of my favorites. I love the laughter pouring out of this image. And this was her, most of the day. Pure joy.
We were outside taking portraits and in the background I heard a high pitched scream, 'Limo!!!!!!!' followed by the click clack of high heeled feet running in the direction of the bridal changing room. The girls spied the boys driving up just in time to get Lianna out of sight without him seeing her. It was a close one.
You can see a super fun slide-show of the day HERE.
You can see all of the images from Ethan and Lianna's Wedding HERE.
The access code is: L&E
Ceremony & Reception Location: Testarossa Winery
http://www.testarossa.com/
Coordinator: Molly Kavanaugh
408-354-6150, x12 | Molly@testarossa.com
Officiant: Jenny Lowell
Cake: Cake Queen, Jessica Esquinazi
turkish_tiger86@hotmail.com
Caterer: Sara Bromberg
sara@talulabay.com
Florist: Monica Gasperson
twigs@pacbell.net
Limo: Ramon Perona
ramon@limofiesta1.com
Hair: Diana Perona
diannroseperona@yahoo.com
Makeup: Marlena Jaffa
hardisc78@yahoo.com
Musicians: Vent
http://www.facebook.com/ventrocksmusic
Sara, you are truly amazing. These are even more incredible than I remember seeing them last. They just keep getting better and better. Thank you so much.
(10.18.10)Great shots! Have to say Lianna laughing is classicly Lianna and Ethan with the guitar exactly what I think of when I think of him. Beautiful!
(10.18.10)Sara, your photographs perfectly captured all the love and beauty that filled that wonderful day!
(10.18.10)Wow! I love each and every image. I wish Ethan and Lianna a long and happy marriage. I only wish that I could have been in two places at once, so that I could have helped capture this most amazing event. Amazing couple with an amazing photographer, makes for incredible memories for life.
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- One 3.89 lb whole chicken
- One 3.5 lb whole chicken
- Two 1 lb pork ground packs
- Three 1 lb beef ground packs
- 7.5 lbs chicken legs & thighs
- One 4.41 lb beef cross rib
When I first decided to get the CSA I was a little worried that we were going to have WAY too much food. Twenty-four pounds of meat sounds like a lot right? As it turns out, it was ok. By the time we were expecting our next delivery we had finished every last bit of our previous order. In fact, we even supplemented the meat we purchased with fish and fresh cuts of meat from the Berkeley Bowl. No problem. Yes, Charlie and I eat a lot, but we also cook a lot. Almost all of the food we eat is prepared in our kitchen, so we go through food pretty quickly. After being in the CSA for a month now, I do have a few thoughts. First, it is wonderful to be able to eat food that I know is coming from a place that cares for its animals and has minimal impact on the environment. I know that the nutritional profile of the meat I am getting is probably better than what I would get elsewhere. Second, if you are going to get a meat CSA I would suggest you do what we do, get enough meat for half or 3/4 of your meals. Supplement with fresh fish and meat and the occasional meal out. The meat CSA is good, but the meat does come to you frozen, and you can't really deny that fresh meat is better. So, use the CSA to provide you with ground meat and the cuts that can withstand being frozen like braises that are going to be cooked for a long time anyway. Save your fresh meats for things like steaks, stuff you are more likely going to want fresh.
So...does anyone have any recipes for me to try with my most recent shipment? I would love some suggestions!
He walked into the hospital to do his rounds, it was his last day as this particular hospital and he was probably busy tying up loose ends. He walked into see his first patient and he saw her, that beautiful smile full of confidence and genuine charm.
Some people don't believe in love at first sight, but I do. And so does David. He had hardly even spoken to her and he was texting to his best friend:' I think I just met my wife'. This is about the time in the story that I got goose bumps.
Molly and David are a perfect match. David made sure of it. His previous relationships resulted in him ending up with girls that were all wrong for him. So eventually, a good friend of his suggested that he make a list. This is a list of non-superficial things, real qualities that he needed in his partner. David's List : ambitious, integrates well with family, christian, comfortable in her skin, no kids, responsible, healthy, happy, independent, dependable. David concluded by adding the final item on his list. He said that Molly helped him to realize how important that final item is: he had to be madly in love with her.
Beautiful story Sara, and you captured it with beautiful pictures too!
(10.14.10)
Tell Uncle Bill I said Happy 93rd Birthday!!! It was a pleasure meeting him last time. Wish we could have stayed to chat with him more! I bet he has LOTS of stories!
(10.20.10)Definatly true, you young and wise young lady!
(10.20.10)Beautiful young Sara. What a wonderful gift you are for Uncle Bill. And the rest of us as well. : )
(10.25.10)It is such a pleasure having you in our lives. You are always such a brite spot sweetie. Just wanted you to know, I love you so much! I loved your information on Uncle Bill's "Back in the day" timeline.
Thank you, and again, Happy Birthday Uncle Bill. Such a treasure you are to us all!
Love you all's
Auntie Rosie
Oh yeah, and on your description of yourself........You forgot to put niece! Gosh how many times over you are a niece. One of the lovely things you get when coming from a large family. If you think not mentioning it saves you from sharing those cinnomin rolls....heheheh....your wrong. Love you kiddo, Auntie Rosie
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