A Spot For Tea - A Sweet Life Poured Out

Valerie Dianne Nix & Benjamin James Friske Wedding/Reception on 1/7/2012 at Walnut Creek Chapel - Mike Story & Dr. Gene Nease - Ministers

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Portrait by "Jennifer Klotz Photography" 405-732-1289 http://www.jenniferklotz.com/

Special Signage designed by Andra Schwenk (Sister of Groom)

Photo of the Bridal Portrait by "Jennifer Klotz Photography" 405-732-1289 http://www.jenniferklotz.com/

Theme: Rustic Antique with old peeling door at the front of the chapel

Wedding Programs on the guest book table.

Twigs and Blue Mason jars with candles and flowers lined the aisle.

Glen Prescott during a Portion of the Ceremony gave a brief message about Valerie & Ben and their desire to share their Faith with others because of their heart for what God was doing in their lives.

Valerie and Doug (Father of Bride) just before the ceremony

Special Signage created for the wedding

Centerpieces

Candy Bags were made by Valerie's Grandmother - Jimmie Lou Gunkel

Beautiful Lite Hors D'oeuvres provided by "A Spot for Tea" http://www.aspotfortea.com/ 405-720-2765-Tammy and Eric Seibert - Owners

Chicken Caesar Wraps

Fiesta Cheeseball & crackers

Assorted Croissant Sandwiches

Another view of the food buffet table

Mr. & Mrs. place setting for the bride and groom.

Candy bar and cake pops

Bride's Cake and Cheesecakes w/toppings provided by "Sweete Connection" - Susan Taunton

Old Peeled Blue door behind cake table

Writing on Fabric Squares "Best Wishes" for the Couple to be combined by Valerie's Grandmother Betty Nix.

Antique Cake Toppers - Furnished by Carol Jackson and Family Photos

Valerie Nix is Gene Nease's Great Niece.-Co-Owner of WCChapel. Valerie's Grandmother is Gene's Sister. There were lots of family, fun, friendly visiting during the day. We are so excited about this beautiful couple and their LOVE for each other and their commitment to serve God in their marriage

V & B signs hanging on reception doors

Congratulations Valerie & Ben!

Charley Marie Mills & Kyle Edward Davis Wedding and Reception at Walnut Creek Chapel on 12.31.2011 James Davis - Minister

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Mr & Mrs Charley & Kyle Davis

Guest Book Table

Tony Foss - Florist - 405-843-4119

Unity Candle with bling

Head Table

Purple uplighting for New Year's Eve

Buffet Menu: Parmesan Crusted Chicken Breast w/marinara sauce, Smoked Beef Brisket w/BBque sauce, Golden Scalloped Potatoes, Tuscan Vegetable Medley, Ramen Noodle Salad, Caesar Salad and Croissants w/butter - A Spot for Tea - Tammy & Eric Seibert - Owners, 405-720-2765, www.aspotfortea.com

Even the chairs were dressed up for the evening with ribbons and eggplant flower

Feathers and diamonds in the centerpieces

Another look before the reception began.

For Your Midnight Kiss...Happy New Year!

Chocolate fountain and fruit

Eat Drink and Be Married

Kyle & Charley

December 31, 2011

Cakes provided by "Sweete Connection" "Ideas In Ice" provided Ice sculpture punch bowl

Flowers were brought in from the chapel.

Bride's cake with lots of bling.

Grooms Cake

Guests enjoying the reception and ringing in the New Year.

Charley & Kyle First Dance.

Sparklers and guests at the limo.

Happy New Year 2012

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Ira Glass on Storytelling from David Shiyang Liu on Vimeo.

Wanted to share a inspirational creativity video for the start of 2012! This is the year to be bold and step out into the unknown. It is hard to leave our comfort zone but that is where our creativity is allowed to become alive and real.

Merry Christmas 2011

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Merry Christmas from The Seibert Family!

We wish you all a very happy and prosperous 2012!

Women's Christmas Party 12-15-11

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Tammy & Lois Skinner

The ladies of the Women's Bible Study.

I have been honored to be a part of this group for 16 years and the priviledge of catering the Christmas party since 2003. These ladies have poured into my life and I have been mentored by wonderful wise women.

Thank you girls for allowing me to be a part of each of your lives.

Tessa Chervenka & Jacob Gutierrez Wedding/Reception at Walnut Creek Chapel on 12.17.2011 - Dr. Gene Nease - Minister

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Mr. & Mrs Jacob Gutierrez

The chapel was beautiful with red Poinsettas lining the stairs in front.
Josie - the flower girl practicing her walk down the aisle.

Dawson & Josie - waiting for the Ceremony to start

Chocolate fountain with fruits and sweets and pretzels and marshmallows.

Buffet: Italian Herb Chicken Breast, Smoked Beef Brisket, New Potato Casserole, Tuscan Vegetable Medley, Crisp Green Salad, Caesar Salad, Waldorf Salad and Croissants w/Butter provided by "A Spot for Tea" - Tammy & Eric Seibert - Owners, http://www.aspotfortea.com/ - 405-720-2765

A photo of the engagement picture.

Another Photo of a Photo of the Couple in front of Walnut Creek ChapelEngagement pictures by Erica Rice
Anna - Wedding/Reception Photographer 405-207-6642

"Sweete Connection" Bride's Cake and Cheesecakes w/toppingsIdeas In Ice - Ice sculpture punch bowlFresh Cake Flowers by "Flowers by Pat"

Special Up Lighting - "In The Shadow" - Perry Faulkner- (405-641-2600
also Videography.

Ideas In Ice - Sculptured punch bowl.

Yukon High School Marriage & Family Life Class Mock Wedding/Reception on 12/15/2012

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Kathrine & Jak (Mock Bride & Groom)
Class Members were participants in the MOCK WEDDING/RECEPTIONNancy Osterman -Teacher Soloist (Destiny)
Tristin and Mintie
Nancy
Jody
Jak
Josh
Tristen
Greg
Destiny
Taylor
Nina
Tony
Rikki
Sabrina
Sharon
Kathrine
Jim (Bus Driver) THANK -YOU

Dr Gene Nease - Minister for the Mock Wedding

Judy Moninger directing students during the Mock Rehearsal!

Dr. Gene Nease giving a class on Marriage and Ceremony before the Mock Wedding/ReceptionThe Students were so attentive during the class.

Closed Circuit TV at the Chapel

Nancy Osterman - Teacher of the Yukon Marriage & Family Life Class

Students participating in the Reception of Food and Cake

We are one of Walnut Creek Chapel's Vendors:
Roy Groat - Colorband Photographer
Susan Taunton - Sweete Connection - Bride's Cake
A Spot for Tea - Hors'Doeuvres
Perfect Wedding Guide - Stephanie Donating Canvass bags, books and rings
Wedding Ideas - Debbie donating booksMalissa Cox - A+ Entertainment
David's Bridal & Tuxedo Junction - Literature

Thanks for the Students participating in a Fun Day of Learning about Weddings and Receptions

Cynthia Marsh Hoenig & Bradley Walton Thayer Wedding and Reception at Walnut Creek Chapel on 12.10.2011 - Dr. Gene Nease - Minister

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Mr. & Mrs. Brad Thayer
One of the many Tulle Wreaths by Cyndy Hoenig

Walnut Creek Chapel leading up to the front doors...the path was glowing with lights.

Fresh Flowers by "A Bloom Above the Rest" in the Chapel and Reception. 405-844-0330

Unity candle and Iron Candleabras.

Photo of a Photo of Cynda and Brad

Her Comes The Bride banner

Wreaths entering into family area.

"A Bloom Above the Rest"

Cynda & Vince Hoenig (Father of Bride)

The Celebration Center all dressed and ready to go.

Red and black and red wreaths underneath the sconces.

Buffet Menu: Caesar Salad, Tuscan Vegetable Medley, Penne Pasta w/Marinara, Tortellini Alfredo, Parmesan Chicken w/Marianara & Mozzarella and Breadsticks provided by " A Spot for Tea". Tammy & Eric Seibert - Owners- 720-2765- http://www.aspotfortea.com/

Light Hors D'oeuvres table opened up before buffet.

Tortilla Cream Cheese Wraps, Fruit/Vegetable w/dips, Hot spinach Dip with Chips, Stuffed Mushrooms, Cubed Cheese/Crackers -"A Spot for Tea" provided HorsD'oeuvres.

Young People's Food Table: Mac and Cheese, Grilled Cheese Sandwiches, and Cheese Hamburger Sliders- "A Spot for Tea"

Children's Activity Table with Stockings for each child.

Unique CupCake Towers provided by Cyndy Hoenig for each table with "Gigi" Cupcakes

" Pink Petal Linens" tied the Red Chair Sashes

Black, Red and White were the colors for the evening. White Taffeta Tablecloths, Red Napkins, and Black Square Chargers provided by "Mariannes Rentals" 405-751-3100

Red and Black printed menus on black chargers.

"Bella Rosa" 405-706-6265 provided Bride's Cake. "Ideas In Ice" provided the beautiful 4x4 Ice Sculpture Punch Bowl for our Signature Punch at Walnut Creek Chapel

Groom's Cake provided by Penny Thayer (Mother of the Groom)

Candy Bar provided by "42nd Street Candy", Teresa Wall, 405-521-8337.

Photo of the newspaper article of Cyndy Hoenig (Mother of the Bride) was featured in the Sunday Oklahoma on October 30, 2011. She is owner of Pure PR, http://www.pureprokc.com/. Cyndy created and was so resourceful in helping Cynda and Brad with their wedding and reception plans at Walnut Creek Chapel.

Cupcake Favor Tree provided by "Gigi Cupcakes" - 405-818-8651

Ben Seibert - Grandson of Gene & Charlotte Nease -Co-Owners -Helping with the Gifts

Jenny with The Oklahoma Photobooth - 405-260-SNAP

Melissa Nicole Harder & Richard Isaac Avery's Wedding/Reception at Walnut Creek Chapel on 12.9.2011: Michael K. Fetters -Minister

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Mr & Mrs. Richard Avery
Beautiful December Wedding in the Chapel

Photo of a Couple Photo

Bridal Flowers provided by "Tony Foss"

The Celebration Room all decorated in red and white.

Buffet Menu: Parmesan Crusted Chicken Breast w/Marinara Sauce on the side, 1/2 Smoked Beef Brisdet w/Bar B que sauce on side, Golden Scalloped Potatoes, Italian Cut Green Beans, Ramen Noodle Salad , Caesar Salad, Croissants w/Butter. "A Spot For Tea" -Tammy & Eric Seibert -Owners. www.aspotfortea.com - 405-720-2765

Candy Bar Favors provided by Avis Harder and Jamie Underwood - Friend

Candy table decorated with pictures of the couple.

The bride and bridesmaids getting ready for garter toss.

Cakes provided by "Sweete Connection"

Grooms cake OU football and Kansas City Royals baseball.

Putnam City School Child Nutrition Christmas Dinner at Walnut Creek Chapel on 12.1.2011

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It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas at Walnut Creek Chapel

Event Center adorned for Christmas Parties and Wedding Receptions

Looking in on the Christmas Party

Margaret Duffy serving the Buffet Dinner: Parmesan Crusted Chicken Breast or Beef Medallions w/mushrooms, Scalloped Potatoes, Tuscan Vegetable Medley, Crisp Green Salad (ranch and poppyseed dressings), Croissants w/butter and Red Velvet and Chocolate Cake

Eric and Tammy Seibert - Caterers from "A Spot for Tea", Stephanie Palen - A good friend who works for Putnam City Schools and Gene Nease - Co-Owner of Walnut Creek Chapel

Guests Enjoying the Candle Light Dinner

Thank You - Jeff Edwards -Director and Claudia Shadoan - Staff at Putnam City for choosing Walnut Creek Chapel Event Center to have your Annual Christmas Dinner. We really appreciate all the assistance you give our Children at the Putnam City School Nutrition Program.

My good friend Stephanie Palen has risen in the ranks to almost the top and is charge of overseeing many schools and staff at our cafeterias. I am so proud of her and all of her work. I am also grateful for all of our cafeteria workers who keep our children well fed and cared for.

Maurhanna Ranna Baccus & Terry Lee Wilson Jr. Wedding/Reception at Walnut Creek Chapel -11.26.2011-Cleo Maurice Baccus Jr. - Minister & Bride's Father

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Mr. & Mrs. Trey Wilson and Bea Jai - Coordinator

Photo of a Photo of Shanna Baccus & Trey Wilson - beautiful couple.

Beautiful Red Roses by "Designs by Tammy" -405- 340-3233

Buffet Dinner provided by "A Spot for Tea" - Tammy & Eric Seibert - 405-7202765 - www.aspotfortea.com

Guests Favors were CD's

Chocolate brown tablecovers and fall colors with red roses.

Head table

A Spot For Tea catered dinner buffet

Hot croissants and butter to complement the dinner.

Cakes provided by "Sweete Connection" - Susan & Mack Taunton - Owners

Chocolate groom's cake

Reception hostess - Janice Sone, Bartender, Jenniffer Walsh and Tammy Seibert caterer.

Another look at the buffet table.

Taylor and Tammy together again.

Taylor was my front desk hostess at A Spot For Tea.

This bride's cake was stunning.

Another angle of the cake.

Bride and groom leaving in the limo with sparklers from guests.

Heather Noelle Honeyman & Christopher Michael Ayers Wedding and Ceremony at Walnut Creek Chapel on 11.25.2011- Dr. Gene Nease - Minister

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Mr. & Mrs. Chris Ayers

Dr. Gene Nease - During the Ceremony with Chris and Heather

Photo of a Photo of Bride and Groom

Beautiful Red Flowers to compliment Black and White

Photo of Phot of Bridal Portrait

Dipping Sauce for Italian Bread Sticks

Menu: Green Salad, Tortellini Alfredo, Parmesan Chicken w/Marinara & Mozzarella, Penne Pasta w/Marinara, Tuscan Vegetable Medley, Bread Stick & Dipping Sauce provided by "A Spot for Tea" Tammy & Eric Seibert- Owners- 405-720-2765 - http://www.apsotfortea.com/

Red & Black Candy Bar

Frozen Peach Bellini's served at the bar.

Guests going through the buffet.

Cakes and Cheesecakes provided by "Sweete Connection" Susan Taunton

Bride's cake with white chocolate covered strawberries.

OU cheesecakes

First Dance!

Thanksgiving 2011 at Walnut Creek Chapel

2011-11-25T08:01:00.000-08:00

I made Paula Deen's Pumpkin Cheesecake for Thanksgiving and added a Tammy twist

Ingredients

Crust:
1 3/4 cups graham cracker crumbs
3 tablespoons light brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 stick melted salted butter

Filling:
3 (8-ounce) packages cream cheese, at room temperature
1 (15-ounce) can pureed pumpkin
3 eggs plus 1 egg yolk
1/4 cup sour cream
1 1/2 cups sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon fresh gound nutmeg
1/8 teaspoon gound cloves
2 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.

For crust:
In medium bowl, combine crumbs, sugar and cinnamon. Add melted butter. Press down flat into a 9-inch springform pan. Set aside.

For Filling:
Beat cream cheese until smooth. Add pumpkin puree, eggs, egg yolk, sour cream, sugar and the spices. Add flour and vanilla. Beat together until well combined.

Pour into crust. Spread out evenly and place in oven for 1 hour. Remove fromt he oven and let sit for 15 minutes. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 4 hours.

Tammy Twist Topping:
1 cup sour cream
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/2 cup Praline Syrup
Mix together until smooth
Pour over chilled cheesecake and spinkle nuts over the top about 2 ounces.

We do a buffet at Thanksgiving and everyone brings different food. I also brought Sweet Potato Casserole and Green Bean Casserole. We eat on it all day and watch football, and visit. Remember "visit" is a southern word for stay awhile and talk all day.

My cousin Bryce Gunkel getting some good eats.

My Aunt Wanda

Mackenzie and Kailey

Benjamin loading up his plate.

Blake and Uncle J.W. getting some turkey and dressing and gravy.

Aunt Janice and my momma

Terri, Aunt Jimmielou and Uncle James

My Aunt Jeanell (she is a miracle because she had a stroke and broke her hip) we are so thankful she was able to be with us.

All the kids sharing Thanksgiving time together.

Aunt Jeanell, Vicki and Ross

Kendal, Keith, Natalie and Aunt Wanda

My kids, nieces, nephews, and cousins!

Happy Thanksgiving 2011.

I'm thankful we could be all be together!

Emily Nicole Mizer & Christopher Patrick Jones Wedding and Reception at Walnut Creek Chapel on 11/19/2011 - Dr. Gene Nease - Minister

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Emily, Dr. Gene Nease and Chris during Ceremony

Beautiful Fall November Day Wedding with Family and Friends

Green, Brown, and Fall Orange were her colors.

Falling leaves were in the aisle.

Wedding Program

A Photo of Emily's Bridal Portrait

Couple's Knotting of Cords
Sonnet 116 - Was Read during the Knotting of the Cords by Bride's Uncle Wesley Craig Miller

Let me not to the marriage of true minds
Admit impediments. Love is not love
Which alters when it alteration finds,
Or bends with the remover to remove.
Oh, no, It is an ever-fixed mark
That look on tempests and is never shaken;
It is the star to every wand'ring bark,
Whose worth's unknown, although his height be taken.
Love's not Time's fool, though rosy lips and cheeks
Within his bending sickle's compass come;
But bears it out even to the edge of doom.
If this be error and upon me proved,
I never writ, nor no man ever loved.
William Shakespeare

Croissant Sandwiches, Fruit w/dip, Vegetables w/dip, Cubed Cheese, Crackers and Fiesta Cheeseball provided by "A Spot for Tea" - http://www.aspotfortea.com/ - 720-2965 - Tammy & Eric Seibert - Owners

Sweete Connection" provided the Bride's Cake and Groom's Cake
Great Cakes Susan Taunton and OH!! so Tasty. Delicious Lemon Layer

So fitting that the groom's cake was OSU after the plane crash and losing coaches and OSU loss.

Beautiful silk flowers add to the buffet table!

Brittni Ann Stewart & Brett Ashley Mason Wedding and Reception on 11.12.11 at Walnut Creek Chapel - Dr. Gene Nease - Minister

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Mr. & Mrs. Brett Mason
Photo of a Photo "THE MASONS EST. 2011" in sand

The wedding program

Buffet Menu: Beef Brisket, Honey Glazed Ham, Golden Scalloped Potatoes, Corn, Ramen Noode Salad, Caesar Salad, and Croissant Rolls and Butter provided by "A SPOT FOR TEA" - Tammy and Eric Seibert - Owners- www.aspotfortea.com 405-729-2765

Bridal cake and cheesecake provided by Sweete Connections.

Guests going through the buffet line.

Margaret Duffy, serving the entree...ham or brisket

Owner of A Spot For Tea, Eric Seibert supervising the table and making sure everyone is enjoying their evening.

Jessica Leigh Turner & Aaron Michael Harper Wedding and Reception on 11.11.11 at Walnut Creek Chapel -Dr. Gene Nease - Minister

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Bridal Photo of Jessica that was on the picture table!

Engagement photo of Jessica and Aaron

Outside looking in on the ReceptionUplighting provided by "Visual Impact" 405-204-1961

Photo display on black satin.

Fresh garden salad bar served before dinner by A Spot for Tea.

Buffet Menu: Italian Herb Chicken Breast, Port Tenderloin, Scalloped Potatoes, Tuscan Vegetable Medley, Ramen Noodle Salad, Croissants/Butter provided by "A SPOT FOR TEA" Tammy and Eric Owners- 405-720-2765 http://www.aspotfortea.com/

Purple Satin Toppers
Fresh Flowers by "Trochta Flowers

Bridal cake provided by Sweete Connections.

OSU groom's cake provided by Sweete Connections.

Another picture of the salad bar.

Black ostrich feathers in tall vases.

Purple candy bar.

Congratulations to the bride and groom....

Bride and groom enjoying their guests and reception.

Journey To The Heart Retreat at the Arbuckle Retreat and Conference Center November 5 & 6, 2011

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Arbuckle Retreat and Conference Center

overlooking Lake of the Arbuckles

Beautiful facility and surroundings.

Looking across the lake the retreat center sits on top of the hill.

Sunset and fall weather.

Walking trails around the lake for meditation and reflection.

I made this mandella "To Everything There Is A Season"

The view outside from the window of my room...beautiful fall leaves and colors.

My friend Debi Mahoney was the facilitator of the retreat.

Thank you Debi for inviting me on this journey.

It was a wonderful two days of listening to my heart.

Vine Life's 25th Auction and Event at Express Event Center 11-4-11

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Vine Life's 25th Auction and Event

Express Event Center

11-4-11

Over 300 people attended this event for Vine Life Ministry and Eric is preparing the buffet tables.

Misty and Cierra Nease and Tammy

Buffet Tables

Founder of Vine Life Ministries - Sherry Eslinger

Buffet Menu:

Smoked Beef Brisket with Barbeque Sauce

Pork Tnederloin with Honey Sauce
Golden Scalloped Potatoes

Italian Green Beans

Crisp Green Salad

Ramen Noodle Salad

Warm Croissants and butter

Guests going through the buffet line.

Celebrating 25 years Vine Life Ministries.

Thank you for choosing A Spot For Tea to cater your special event.

20th Anniversary

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Deep Fork Grill

5418 N. Western

Eric and I celebrated our 20th Anniversary on November 2, 2011.

We had a quiet evening out and dinner at the Deep Fork Grill. They sat us in an enclave that was like a little separate room all to ourselves. It was a very chilly blustery evening and there was a roaring fire in the fireplace. Very romantic and cozy with deep red walls. I had the cedar planked salmon and Eric had steak. The food was delicious but the atmosphere was even better.

Eric and I always try to reconnect and remember what brought us together. 3 boys later and alot of living done inbetween has taught us some valuable lessons. Loving someone and committing to someone is hard work. You can't take one another for granted and you have to be thankful. A heart that is filled with thanksgiving rarely has time to complain.

The art of living is always to make a good thing out of each moment you are given.

Mikayla Ann Canaday & Trenton James Pappin Wedding/Reception at Walnut Creek Chapel on 10.29.2011 - Dr. Gene Nease - Minister

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The bride and groom Mikayla Canaday and Trenton Pappin
The wedding program in fall colors of chocolate brown and orange ribbon.

Engagement pictures of the couple.

Autumn centerpiece on the food table.

Buffet Dinner Menu:

Smoked Beef Brisket with Barbeque sauce

Honey glazed Pork Tenderloin

Golden Scalloped Potatoes

Tuscan Vegetable Medley

Italian Pasta Salad

Caesar Salad

Croissants with butter

Beautiful Buffet table.

Chafers with white napkins tied and dressed up.

Bride and groom sitting at head table and enjoying dinner.

"Very Berry Booth Company" 405-4852 www.veryberrybooth.com

Wedding guests can take pictures during the reception....very fun keepsake.

Ideas in Ice - Fall ice scuplture punch bowl.

Grooms cake OSU - Susan Taunton Sweete Connections

Fall cake table was just beautiful

Brides cake - Sweete Connections.

Reception party - great music and fun.

Bride and groom - first dance.

Visiting Tea Leafs in New York

2011-10-31T12:13:00.000-07:00

While I was in Williamsville, New York I visited a new tea shop that has as its tag line "not your average tea store".

Meet the owner, Syd Hoffman, who I found very helpful and knowledgeable. She even had certificates from the World Tea Expo on her wall. She boasts over 165 varieties of loose leaf tea from around the world. Every tea is personally tasted before it is brought in her store with new samples being tasted each week. She provides the best, freshest and highest quality of tea available.

I bought Pumpkin Chai, Tiramisu Marscapone, & Roasted Almond Herbal. Which I shared with my family in New York and they loved the Pumpkin Chai. It's always fun to try new places and I would recommend Tea Leafs as a great source for loose leaf tea.

Autumn Nutty Cheese Bars

2011-10-30T13:04:00.000-07:00

Autumn Nutty Cheese Bars

Base
1 package Duncan Hines Moist Deluxe Butter Recipe Golden Cake Mix
3/4 cup chopped pecans or walnuts
3/4 cup butter or margarine, melted

Topping
2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
1 cup firmly packed brown sugar
3/4 cup chopped pecans or walnuts

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Grease (Pam spray) 13x9x2 inch dish
2. For Base, combine cake mix, 3/4 cup pecans and melted butter in large bowl. Stir until well blended. Press mixture into bottom of pan.
3. For Topping, combine cream cheese and brown sugar in medium bowl. Stir with spoon until well mixed. Spread evenly over base. Sprinkle with 3/4 cup pecans.
4. Bake 25 to 30 minutes or until edges are browned and cheese topping is set. Cool Completely. Cut into 2 1/4 x 2-inch bars. Refrigerate leftovers if you have any.

Delicious for fall.

Autumn in New York Part 3

2011-10-29T11:11:00.000-07:00

So on Eric's 50th birthday, October 23, 2011, we all journeyed out to his favorite place on earth. Arcade, New York. I've written posts before about how much our family loves Eric's parent's summer place. It's about an hour outside of Buffalo, New York. So after church we drove out and the fall foliage was beautiful!

Perfect day.......blue skies, crisp air and beautiful fall colors everywhere. I was listening to music on my Ipod (Melody Gardot) and just taking in the scenery.

Once we got there Benjamin was the first to the water with his fishing pole.

I love this picture with the sun poking through the trees.

This is the summer cottage where my boys have had their own private camp each year. They have been here every year since they were born. There are bunk beds, and around the house are picnic tables and a place for bon fires where we have roasted many marshmallows for smores. There is also a natural fed spring that feeds into the pond.

Golden leaves turning and getting ready for winter.

Seibert family on the dock.

One more beside the canoe and the paddle boat for fishing.

Mom and I took a walk up in the meadow.

Eric and Michael were walking around the pond.

Mom was clearing off Tasha's grave. Sarah and Eric's dog that loved to roam in the meadow.

I was trying to take it all in.....

Once in a while you have a moment...and this was it....so serene...Eric's mom walking on the path. We can't take any moment for granted.

The day was closing and one more picture back looking at the cottage across the water.

Look how clear the water is....reflections in the pond of the trees.

The boys walking back rakes in tow.

Eric and Benjamin in the paddle boat.

Benjamin and Michael.

Goodbye Arcade until next summer....Happy Birthday love!

Autumn in New York Part 2

2011-10-28T09:53:00.001-07:00

To fully understand this story I have to take you back in time to the Summer of 1994. Eric and I took Eric's parents on a dream vacation to Switzerland, Austria and Germany. Eric's heritage is that his mother's family still lives in Austria and we have relatives there.

Eric's maternal grandfather was born in this village of Fischamend, Austria.

Eric's maternal grandmother was born in the village of Stinatz, Austria.

This is us visiting family the day we went to Stinatz. We had flown into Switzerland and visited Insbruck, Salzburg, Vienna and now to the birthplace of Eric's grandmother.

I tell you all of this because we went to three different homes in one day and everyone was feeding us and giving us beverages. I told Eric it was the fullest day of my life. The Austrian way is to show love and hospitality through food. Eric's parents are sitting directly across from him.

Now to the present day....this is Aunt Cindy dressed up in Austrian wear. She kept calling herself the Gibly girl (is that correct?). This is one of Eric's moms keepsakes.

She was getting us all in the mood for what lay ahead.

This is an old fashioned German restaurant (Scharf's) in Buffalo, New York. When we started talking about where to celebrate Eric's 50th birthday I wanted to go some place non-conventional. No chain restaurants. I wanted our boys to experience some of the German tradition. This restaurant has been in this ethinic community and sits at the end of a street in a neighborhood. Very authentic.

Scharf's menu and we were celebrating Octoberfest also.

So all the family gathered together to help celebrate Eric's 50th birthday.

Lots of decision as to what to order....Weiner Schnitzel. Saur Kraut, Spetzle, German potato pancakes....yum!

Benjamin, Blake and Brock

Eric's nephew Michael and his girlfriend Courtney.

The gang...Happy Birthday Eric!

Celebrating with birthday cake and song later.

The boys helping blow out the candle with dad.

Tim and Cindy

Paul, Gretchen and Courtney

Eric and me

Eric opening presents

Go Bills....Go Sabres...thanks Paul and Gretchen.

Cindy did a card with Eric's baby picture on the front....so cute!

Sarah and Susan

Erin (we love her - Matthew's fiance), Matthew, Eric (named after my Eric) and Tim

Courtney and Michael

Thank you everyone for helping me make it a very special occasion. Thank you mom and dad for treating us at Scharf's. The German food was perfect and delicious and it was great to have family time together.

More to come tomorrow.

Autumn in New York Part 1

2011-10-27T12:22:00.000-07:00

Fall Break for the Seiberts in Western New York at the pumpkin patch!

After flying in on Wednesday to Buffalo we enjoyed cooler temps and beautiful fall color.

I know its SCARY...Blake and Brock carving out their pumpkins!
Knives in hand and mom is still breathing....

3 Boys, 3 B's, 3 jack-0-lanterns!
Welcoming visitors to Foxpoint Drive!

Dressed up getting ready to go play some golf with Uncle Tim.
Nanni and the four guys on the front porch!

While the guys are playing golf Aunt Cindy took me to Lewiston antiquing! And you know how much I enjoy shopping on a cool fall day. The town is so charming!

This picture is in front of the Country Doctor Antique shop.
My favorite thing browsing for special finds.

Everything was decorated for fall...one of my favorite times of the year.
It was sweater weather for sure.

More antiques in the basement....

Lewiston Opera Hall

Picket fences, witches on bikes and mums...picturesque!

Quaint cafe...and skeletons to greet!

I love old buildings and history! Corn husks welcome you at the front door.

Dicamillo Bakery....I bought some Amaretto Biscotti...yum!

Lots of goodies in the case..... Cindy and I enjoyed a Pumpkin Latte!

The gazebo where they have jazz festivals in the summer.

An old Victorian house with painted shutters.

They saved some leaves for me...not everything had fallen.

Beautiful flowers and colors....

Looking across the river to Canada.

Freedom Crossing Monument where the slaves crossed over to Canada.

Uncle Tim and Aunt Cindy with the boys.

Not only did Tim treat for golfing at Niagara Falls Country Club but we went to dinner that evening. Thanks guys for spoiling us.

Tim and the boys eating.

Brock having lots of hot wings....when in Buffalo...what else?

More to come tomorrow!

Linea's 60th Birthday Party

2011-10-26T14:42:00.001-07:00

Happy 60th Birthday Linea!

October 15, 2011 at 7:00pm

Linea's sweet granddaughter!

Menu:

Italian Pasta

Crusted Parmesan Chicken

Baked Tortellini Alfredo

Mixed Greens Salad

Garlic Breadsticks

Flavored Teas and Flavored Waters

Chocolate Covered Strawberries.

Thank you Brittany Ebrite for asking us to cater your mom's birthday.

It was a treat.

Huong Truong Ha & Aaron Jess Ritchal Wedding/Reception at Walnut Creek Chapel on 10/15/2011 - Dr. Gene Nease - Minister

2011-10-26T14:17:00.001-07:00

Mr & Mrs Aaron Ritchal
During the Ceremony from the back with the professional Photographer, Gary Thomas takingpictures down front in the Chapel

Ethan - Ring Bearer

Buffet Food Provided by "A Spot for Tea" www.aspotfortea.com - Tammy & Eric Seibert - owners- 405-720-2765

Fruit and Veggie Cascade Fresh Vegetables w/Ranch Dip, Seasonal Fruit w/Fruit Dip, Cubed Cheese, Crackers and Cheeseball

Mini Chicken Salad, Ham/Cheese, Turkey/Cheese Croissant Sandwiches

Fiesta Cheeseball and crackers

View to the buffetCafe Evoke Coffee Service -Owner Jason Duncan - www.cafeEvoke.com - 405-606-2205 a great experience, be original , be unique. Let Cafe Evoke Catering make your next party the one your friends talk about. Great Coffee Service with lots of choices!!!!

Turquoise Iced Cupcake Provided by Bride

Mother and Son dancing!

LaTashua Diane Lee & Olusegun Oluseni Osinbowale - Walnut Creek Chapel Wedding and Reception on 10.8.2011 - DR. GENE NEASE - Minister

2011-10-12T14:02:00.001-07:00

Mr. & Mrs. Shane Osinbowale
Much needed rain in Oklahoma - Thank you God!

Red rose petals down the aisle at Walnut Creek Chapel.

Photo of the couple who met in New York City.

Cake Table and ice sculpture punch bowl provided by Ideas In Ice.

Beautiful bridal cake provided by Sweet Connections.

New York Yankees groom's cake provided by Sweete Connections.

Buffet Dinner Menu:

Italian Herb Chicken Breast with gravy

Golden Scalloped Potatoes

Rice Pilaf

Ramen Noodle Salad

Caesar Salad

Warm Croissants with butter

Buffet provided by A Spot For Tea

Eric and Tammy Seibert, Owners

Ladies adorning their beautiful Nigerian head dress and dresses.

Colorful fabrics and patterns.

Beautiful singing during the toast!

I love different cultures and experiences!

Kathryn D. Howard & Fred E. Carnes Wedding/Reception at Walnut Creek Chapel on 10.8.2011 - Dr. Gene Nease - Minister

2011-10-12T13:37:00.001-07:00

Mr. & Mrs. Fred Carnes
The ceremony of Mr. & Mrs. Carnes at Walnut Creek Wedding Chapel

Buffet provided by A Spot For Tea

Eric and Tammy Seibert - owners

720-2765

A Review we received that was a guest at the wedding:

We attended a lovely wedding today at the Chapel and so enjoyed the food that was served at the reception. The bride and groom were Kathy and Fred Carnes. Everything was lovely.
I am wondering if you would share with us how you made the cheese ball?!! All of us at our table loved it.

All of the food was excellent and the cake and cheese cake, the punch, tea were enjoyed by all of us.

How nice to discover that The Chapel is such a lovely spot in Oklahoma city.

Thank you and all who made the afternoon one that we will not forget.

Shirley and Bud Flinn

Iron stands filled with assorted croissant sandwiches.

Cabbage, asparagus and artichoke decorate the stands.

Sweete Connections provided the bridal cake.

Cheesecakes were served with assorted toppings.

Tammy's Birthday Tea Party

2011-10-10T16:38:00.000-07:00

My friend Rachel Chalk and her five daughters gave me a special treat for my birthday. A tea party!!! I gave Rachel's daughter Lilly a dress-up tea party in the Rose Cottage when she was a little girl at the tearoom. Now they are sharing their home with me for my birthday.

So many goodies, chocolate covered strawberries, chicken salad croissants, apple nut muffins, deli wraps...it was all delicious!

The Chalk girls

Brittni, Rachel & Lilly

Sophie, Abby & Hannah

The table was set so pretty and you know pink is my favorite color.

Hannah, Abby & Sophie

She served the cranberry salad from the tearoom in little demi cups.

So pretty....all the special details.

Abby, Sophie, Hannah & me sipping tea.

Deli wraps on Dessert Rose china.

Chicken Salad Croissants

Apple Nut Muffins

Red Velvet Cake...my favorite.

Veggies and Ranch dip

Grapes and strawberries

MMMM....delicious!

Thank you girls for my special birthday tea!

Blessings on your whole family!

What is on Your List?

2011-10-06T06:37:00.000-07:00

In her book Feeling At Home, Alexandra Stoddard talks about how powerful it can be when you make a list of the ten symbols that define who you are and when you stay true to those things. I had to have eleven symbols because I couldn't delete one.

Love - daily kisses, touch and chaos from my family

Water - the color of turquoise, pools glimmering in the sunlight, lakes, oceans

Tea - mornings and afternoons

Spirituality - Journaling and Joy

Nature - gardens, flowers, trees - taking long walks

Romance - candlelight, driving in a convertible, chocolate, mystery

Music that stirs me - I play piano and clarinet and sing but I love every genre

Books - my ultimate weakness and inspiration, reading

Family photos - memories, blogging

Succulent and Delicious food - trying new recipes - dining alfresco

Creativity - everyday I need to create something on some level, painting, writing, blogging!

What is on your list?

This above all. To thine own self be true!

OU Texas Game

2011-10-05T13:20:00.001-07:00

This is my best friend Cathy who was born in Texas doing hook em horns behind my head in 1992. Texas won that year...by the way...uuugggh!

It was a perfect fall day and we sat on the 35 yard line. This was when I was still living in Texas.

Almost every year we call each other the week of the big game. No matter the outcome we don't let the Red River Rivalry come between our friendship. Winning isn't everything but it sure feels sweet! The OU/Texas game is this Saturday. BOOMER SOONER!

Candice Clinton & Greg Sadler Wedding/Reception at Walnut Creek Chapel on 11.1.2011 - Dr. Gene Nease - Minister

2011-10-05T13:03:00.000-07:00

Mr & Mrs Greg Sadler

Buffet Menu: Smoked Beef Brisket w/BBQ-Sauce, New potato Casserole, Corn, Italian Pasta Salad, Caesar Salad, Croissants w/Butter provided by "A Spot for Tea" - Tammy & Eric Owners http://www.aspotfortea.com/ - 405-720-2765

Barbie & Ken Cake Topper

Groom's Cake - Cakes provided by "Sweete Connection"Susan & Mack Taunton - Owners

Great Couple!!!!

Lindsay Rae Dunbar & Robert Ross Thurman Wedding/Reception at Walnut Creek Wedding Chapel on 9/30/2011 - Dr. Gene Nease - Minister

2011-10-05T11:48:00.001-07:00

Lindsay Dunbar and Robert Thurman's engagement pictures in the tall grass!
So cute...I love that photographer's are taking these engagement pictures out in the field in Oklahoma!

The view in the chapel looking back towards the double doors.

"Flowers by Pat" did all the flower arrangements.

Pictures of a couple on an old chipped window.

I love that she used old mason jars for her candles.

Buffet Food provided by "A Spot for Tea" - 730-3765- www.apsotfortea.com

Bride's cake by Sweete Connections.

Groom's cake had John Deer equipment.

Lindsay- Robert Thurman and Chris Cox - A+ Entertainment

Leaving with Sparklers into the night!

Rescue Remedy

2011-10-04T12:18:00.000-07:00

For my birthday my guys got me a gift certificate to my favorite spa.

So I treated myself to a Rescue Remedy this morning and let me just say aaahhhh!

Rescue Remedy lets you enjoy a hydrotherapy treatment customized with your favorite aroma and a focused massage to unwind from what ails you. The combination of the hydrotherapy and massage puts you in the most blissful of states. Then add a scalp, head, neck shoulder and foot massage during the hydrotherapy and extend the massage. After this treatment you won't care if aliens invade the planet.

All of us ladies need to take care of ourselves and what better treat than a massage. It truly is one of my favorite things. I hope you find the time to do some caretaking of what ails you.

My Mama's Red Velvet Cake Recipe

2011-10-01T12:29:00.000-07:00

My mom's original recipe with red food coloring stains from the many years of baking this cake for our family and friends.

She has been making this Red Velvet cake for me all my life and it is my favorite!
This is my third birthday 1966. This cake has a ballerina on it.
She also made the dress that I was wearing.
My mom is the one of the most creative souls that I know...she sings, plays the piano, sews, paints, cooks out of this world, bakes, and she does everything with love.

This year I requested her cake for my 48th birthday.
My mom and me - 2011 (45 years from the last picture).

Enjoy and make some traditions with your own family that they will treasure.

My mama is a National Treasure to me.

This is why the Red Velvet cake was served at the tearoom and is in the cookbook!

Amber Lynn Owens & DeWayne Williams Wedding and Reception at Walnut Creek Chapel on 9.24.2011 - Ray Owens - Minister

2011-09-30T12:24:00.001-07:00

Mr. & Mrs. Dewayne Williams
During the Ceremony

Buffet Menu: Italian Herb Chicken Breast, Golden Scalloped Potatoes, Corn, Crisp Green Salad (Ranch & Burgundy Poppyseed dressing) Waldorf Salad, Croissants and Butter provided by "A Spot for Tea" www.aspotfortea.com 405-720-2765- Tammy & Eric Seibert - Owners

Beautiful Fall Colors Orange, Green & Red

Rich Brown Tablecloths, Champagne Chair Ties and Centerpieces provided by "French Tulip"

Beautiful fall flower arrangements.

Bride's cake by Sweete Connections

Miami Dolphins Helmet Groom's Cake

Stephani Neely - 405-609-7944 provided the Cake Bar Table

The Couple dancing the night away!!!!

Integrity Limo provided the transportation to Hotel!

Kelli Ann Klinkerman & Larron Dean Landers Wedding & Reception at Walnut Creek Chapel on 9.23.2011 - Tres Sansom - Minister

2011-09-27T06:05:00.000-07:00

Introducing Mr. & Mrs. Larron Landers
Photo of Kelli Klinkerman and Larron Landers Engagement picture.

Looking down the aisle of Walnut Creek Chapel before wedding begins.

The bride waiting in the family room to go down the aisle.

Light Hors D'oeuvres provided by A Spot For Tea

Menu includes:

Assorted croissant sandwiches, Chicken Caesar Wraps,

Seasonal fresh fruit cascade with fruit dip,

fresh garden vegetables with ranch dip,

Cubed cheese and crackers and Fiesta Cheeseball.

Tammy & Eric Seibert owners, 405-720-2765

Beautiful Arrangements by Tony Foss Flowers.

The bride chose the colors of peacock with peacock feathers in the arrangements! Beautiful!

Chocolate Fountain was a big hit with the kids and adults alike.

Larron is a country and western singer and he plays the guitar.

The groom and groomsmen all wore wrangler jeans, cowboy hats and boots.

There was alot of "boot scootin and two steppin" going on across the dance floor.

The bride put the party favors in Larron's guitar case for the guests!

Overlooking the cake table.

The groom's cake was Red Velvet and a guitar by Sweete Connections.

The bride's cake had writing in the middle of the cake.

What stood out to me was a verse, "Fell in love on a back road!"

Could be a new song?

The bride and groom getting into the limo and all their guests saying goodbye with sparklers!

Beautiful fall evening and perfect for a send off Oklahoma style!

Linder Szeto and David Matthew Gendron Wedding/Reception at Walnut Creek Chapel on 9.18.2011-Dr. Gene Nease - Minister

2011-09-23T06:33:00.000-07:00

Special Tea Service for the Chinese Tea Ceremony - Lei Mei Rong assisted the couple with serving tea to their parents. This is a way to express gratitude. Don't you love this idea of serving tea as a way of saying "thank you"?

The parents drink a small portion of the tea and then give the couple a red envelope, which symbolized good luck.

Bride Linder Szeto and Groom David Gendron

Linda and her father right before the ceremony.

Linder before the ceremony!

Just a peak through the french doors.

A Spot For Tea provided Light Hors D'oeuvres on a separate round table.

Eric and Tammy Seibert owners 405-720-2765

Chopsticks as favors.

Traditional Chinese Buffet was served by Grand House.

Bride's Cake was provided by Sweete Connections.

Groom's Cake all the groom's favorite sports.

ESPN....dadada..dadada!

Jerry Lee Ennis & Judy Carol Parr Wedding/Reception at Walnut Creek Chapel on 9.17.2011 - Roger Woodrome - Minister

2011-09-23T06:21:00.001-07:00

Judy Parr & Jerry Ennis newlywed couple
Out the front of Walnut Creek Chapel overlooking waterfall.

Guests enjoying buffet table.

Fiesta Cheeseball and crackers.

Light Hors D'oeuveres provided by A Spot For Tea

Owners Eric and Tammy Seibert 405-720-2765

Groom's Cake provided by Sweete Connections "What A Catch!"

Bride's cake provided by Sweete Connections

Cake table and flowers provided by Jami Woods Floral

In Honor Of Son's Week

2011-09-21T09:46:00.000-07:00

Congratulations to Zack Lowder (left) and Blake Seibert (right) for medaling in their Cross Country Meet yesterday for North. Both Blake and Zack finished top 20 6A schools with Blake crossing the finish line #11 and Zack finished #12.

Blake pushing the last bit before the finish line.

Happy 16th Birthday Blake (9-8-11)

In honor of Son's Week my friend challenged me on facebook to acknowledge if you have a son who makes your life worth living by just being around him, and if you're proud of your son no matter your situation. Your son will hold your hand for only a little while but will hold your heart for a life time. I love all 3 of our boys. Blake, Benjamin and Brock this is for you.

Blake getting ready to bat.

Sophomore Panthers Fall Wooden Bat League

Blake leading off first base.

Benjamin got new golf clubs for his birthday from his Mimi and Papa.

Our family out celebrating Benjamin's birthday with my mom and dad.

Happy 14th Birthday Benjamin! (9-19-11)

We are so proud of you!

Ben wanted to go to Artic Edge ice skating for his birthday.

Brock jumping and getting some air.

Benjamin and Blake skating.

Family time and loving it.

Give a lift to the spirit of celebration by keeping a list of blessings in your life.

Go over the list each morning and remember that you have reason to celebrate every day!

PC North Game Day Breakfast at Hightpointe

2011-09-16T07:15:00.000-07:00

5:00AM wake up call for game day at PC North!

Highpointe serving up pancakes for football team!

Chef Pierre Senior and Chef Pierre Junior in the kitchen aka (Eric and Blake Seibert)

Pancakes on the griddle.

Rachel and Blake flipping pancakes.

Coach Wilson and staff in the background!

Drew Cranford #73 and Richard Gallegos #92 (kicked the winning field goal against Mustang)!

Panther's Pride!

Alex Clark #3

Jarrett Love #15

Keith Brady #52

Nathan Lowder #7

Nathan Lowder, Blake Seibert and Zachary Lowder

Guys enjoying pancakes!

Youth Pastor Jonathan Cox talking to Chris Nubine #50

Go PC North Panthers beat PC West!

Michelle Naiman & Doug Simpson Wedding & Reception at Walnut Creek Wedding Chapel 9/10/11 - Mark Barnett - Minister

2011-09-16T07:00:00.000-07:00

Major and Mrs. Doug Simpson

on the eve of 9/11 (fitting to be hosting a military wedding)!

Fresh flowers provided by Flowers By Pat

Music provided by "Marlarky Brothers Quartet" from Music Central Chorus &
David Brisco - Resident pianist and vocalist at Walnut Creek Chapel.

Beautiful bouquets in peach and blue.

Guests enjoying the reception.

Bride's cakes provided by Sweete Connections.

Doug (the groom) is a member of the Barbershop Harmony Society and also sings with Marlarky Brothers Quartet from Music Central Chorus.

Music on the groom's cake.

Buffet Dinner provided by A Spot For Tea www.aspotfortea.com

Menu: Italian Herb Chicken and Beef Medallions with Mushrooms

New Potato Casserole, Corn, Italian Pasta Salad, Waldorf Salad and Breadsticks.

405-720-2765

Guests at Buffet Table.

Karla Marie Newland and Steven Lee Pridemore -Wedding & Reception at Walnut Creek Chapel on 9/10/11- Dr. Gene Nease - Minister

2011-09-16T06:44:00.000-07:00

Congratulations to Karla Newland and Steven Pridemore.

Family wishes to the groom.

A photo of the engaged couple.

Light Hors D'oeuvres provided by A Spot For Tea www.aspotfortea.com

Faith, Hope, and Love etched candles were provided by the bride for the reception tables.

Bride's cake provided by Sweete Connections

Groom's cake provided by Sweete Connections with chocolate covered strawberries.

Fruit and Veggie Cascade provided by A Spot For Tea www.aspotfortea.com

Light Hors D'oeuvres includes:

Mini croissant assorted sandwiches

Seasonal fruit and fruit dip with crackers and cheese
Vegetables with Ranch dip

Fiesta Cheeseball and crackers

It was a wonderful time of seeing 4 aunts of Steven Pridemore, and cousins of Charlotte Nease (co-owner at Walnut Creek Chapel).

Happy joyful family time with guests.

Ok Wedding Professionals met at Walnut Creek Chapel for a Networking & Educational Meeting on Thursday September 8, 2011- Nick Bittle -Speaker

2011-09-16T06:30:00.000-07:00

A group of wedding professionals met at Walnut Creek Chapel for an informative presentation by Nic Bittle - Author and Speaker

Nic Bittle - "Growing Your Business" to Oklahoma Wedding Professionals, at Walnut Creek Wedding Chapel for Networking and Educational Power Breakfast, Thursday, September 8, 2011. For more information regarding the speaker you can visit www.nicbittle.com

Steven VauCauvenberge - Owner of www.OKBride.com pictured in the middle, along with his mother and guest before the meeting. Steven hosted the event at Walnut Creek Chapel.

The next OK Bridal Show is at October 2, 2011 at the Marriott NW Expressway. Next year on January 29th, 2012 at the Cox Convention Center.

Participants were asked to do ice breakers before the speaker.

A great way to network with other wedding professionals in the industry.

Afternoon Tea

2011-09-10T15:03:00.000-07:00

In between weddings this afternoon I treated myself to some afternoon tea for a pick-me-up. Tea still remains one of my favorite ways to do something nice and easy for myself. It is after all after 4pm and the perfect time of day to take a moment and reflect. Trusting that all the details to my life are being worked out and I am resting in God's hands.

To everything there is a season and a time to every purpose under heaven!

Erin Lynn McAnear & Matthew Wayne Mullican Wedding & Reception at Walnut Creek Chapel on 9/2/11 - Dr. Gene Nease - Minister

2011-09-07T06:28:00.000-07:00

Eric McAnear and Matthew Mullican
Cord of Three Strands Ceremony based on the spripture Ecclesiastes 4:12
"Though one may be overpowered,
two can defend themselves.
A cord of three strands is
not quickly broken."

During the wedding ceremony the couple and their parents braide the plaque.

This is what it looks like after the ceremony.

Heavy Hors D'oeuvres provided by A Spot For Tea

www.aspotfortea.com

Menu:

Parmesan Chicken Bites with Marinara

Smoked Brisket with Barbecue Sauce

Veggies with Ranch dip

Fruit, cheese & crackers with fruit dip

Italian Pasta Salad

Assorted Croissant Sandwiches

Another view of Buffet table

Beautiful cake table

Ideas In Ice provided the Waterford punch bowl!

Grooms cake with Mullican Family Crest!

Bridal cake provided by Sweete Connections.

Guests during reception.

On the left, my mom, Charlotte Nease, Owner and Wedding Coordinator at Walnut Creek.

In the middle, Cindy Mullican, Mother of the Groom.

And me, on the right, catering and Owner of A Spot For Tea.

Cindy was my Youth Sponsor at Putnam City Methodist Church when I was in highschool.

Its always a treat for me to reconnect to people that I haven't seen in ages on their special day!

Emily Petje Shofner & Dustin Craig Antuna Wedding and Reception at Walnut Creek Chapel 8/20/11 - Rev. Larry Elliott

2011-08-25T12:08:00.001-07:00

Wedding Program from Emily Shofner and Dustin Antuna
Pink Petal Linens" provided the white chair covers and Red Satin Sashes

"Ideas In Ice" provided the Ice Sculpture Punch Bowl

"A Spot for Tea" provided food for the Buffet Table http://www.aspotfortea.com/

Seasonal fruit cascade

Guests enjoying the reception

Wedding guests

Chicken Caesar Wraps and fruit cascade

"Sweete Connection" provided the Cakes

OU Grooms Cake

Grown Up Tea Time

2011-08-23T15:03:00.000-07:00

I was invited to a Tutus and Tea Baby Shower to celebrate baby Olivia.

Saturday, August 20 at 2:00pm

Gift basket filled with girlie stuff for baby Olivia.

My good friends Maressa Treat and Dr. Susan Redwine

Pastel cookies with baby Olivia's name

On the same day Saturday, August 20th at 2:00pm

I was invited to a dear friend's 90th birthday teaparty!

Flowers and teapots

My friend Janice Valentine whom I have known for 30 + years.

This was her memory table her daughter put together at Southern Plaze.

My dad was her pastor at Putnam City Methodist Church and she is an amazing lady.

Happy Birthday, Janice!

PC North Back To School Luncheon

2011-08-18T13:21:00.000-07:00

Eric and I had the opportunity to cater the PC North Back to School Luncheon

at Highpointe Church. Our 2Twenty Student Ministries served the teachers.

Eric stirring the pasta

Menu:

Chicken Alfredo

Parmesan Breadsticks

Caesar Salad

Chocolate Cake

Strawberry Delight Cage

Awesome Youth Pastor Jonathan Cox involved behind the scenes.

Brushing parmesan butter on the breadsticks before baking.

Our own Rachel Chalk (aka Rachel Ray)

Aubry and Zachary making thank you signs for the teachers.

Eric preparing food for 300 people.

Caesar Salads ready to go out

Cakes were delicious thanks to Rachel

Lilli serving the teachers

Thanks to all the youth who served with big hearts.

Thank you teachers/staff for all you do!

We got the sweetest thank you note from Highpointe (Jonathan & Hannah Cox)!

Rachel Carpenter & Mark Szukala Reception at Walnut Creek Chapel on 8/13/2011 - Wedding was at Crossings Church

2011-08-16T19:24:00.001-07:00

Guests during reception
Rachel Carpenter on the left in the wedding dress her mother Desmond Carpenter, on the right wore on her wedding day. This is a photo of a photo under glass that Karen Moore-Photographer put together each of bride and mother on her wedding day.

Pool blue and white were Rachel's colors with beautiful white flowers by Flowers By Pat.

Buffet Menu provided by A Spot For Tea

Brisket

Scalloped Potatoes

Tuscan Vegetable Medley

Ramen Noodle Salad

Caesar Salad

Croissants/butter

Heavy Hors D'oeuvres provided for the guests before the buffet table was opened up.

Over in the corner fruit, veggies, cheese & crackers, egg rolls, cocktail sausages and cream cheese wraps.

Chocolate fountain was also opened up early for the guests.

Beautiful cake table and ice sculpture punch bowl.

Cake topper was provided by the mother and father of the bride. This topper was used on their wedding cake when they got married. Beautiful white bride's cake by Sweete Connections.

Groom's cake chocolate and strawberries

Kayla Simone Woodson and Zackary Ray Anderson Wedding/Reception at Walnut Creek Chapel on 8.13.2011- Isaiah Sierson - Minister

2011-08-16T19:08:00.000-07:00

Kayla Woodson and her father Greg Woodson before the ceremony.

Bridesmaids, flowergirl and ring bearer getting ready to walk down the aisle.

Lite Hors D'oeuvres was served by A Spot For Tea catering.

Boneless Buffalo Wings and blue cheese dressing

Assorted croissant sandwiches, Fiesta Cheeseball and crackers

MMM...chocolate fountain

"I Do" special table for bride and groom

Sweete Connection bride's cake with favorite scripture in writing.

Jordan Groom's Cake

Jennifer Diane Taylor & Christopher John Mlynek Wedding and Reception at Walnut Creek Chapel on 8.6.2011 - Dr. Gene Nease - Minister

2011-08-16T18:49:00.000-07:00

Deep pink and black in Walnut Creek Wedding Chapel

Photo of Jennifer Taylor and Chris Mylnek

Silver Package: Assorted croissant sandwiches

cascade of fruit, cheese and crackers,

veggies and ranch dip

Fiesta Cheeseball and crackers

Sweete Connection pink and black cake

OU Sooners groom's cake

Heather Autumn Cobb & William Garrett Jackson Wedding/Reception at Walnut Creek Chapel on 8.6.2011 - Jeff Degiacomo - Minister

2011-08-16T18:40:00.000-07:00

Photo of Heather Cobb and William Jackson
Silver Package cascade by A Spot For Tea caterer

Assorted croissant sandwiches

Sweete Connection bride's cake

Groom's Cake - Firefighter

Laura Masters & Jeremy Spates Wedding/Reception at Walnut Creek Chapel on 8.8.2011 - Dr. Gene Nease - Minister

2011-08-16T18:30:00.001-07:00

Fresh cherries adorned the bride's cake
Photo of the couple

Menu: Seasoned fruit w/dip, cheese & crackers, assorted vegetables

w/dip, Fiesta Cheeseball with crackers, Hot spinach dip with tortilla chips,

Boneless Buffalso Wings w/blue cheese provided by A Spot For Tea

Cascade of fruit and pineapple boats

Veggies and fruit cascade

Fiesta Cheeseball and crackers

Sweet Connections did bride and groom's cake

Ice sculpture by Ideas In Ice

Groom's cake and chocolate covered strawberries

Kathryn Ashley Wolverton & Todd Anthony Stair - Walnut Creek Chapel Wedding & Reception on 7.31.2011 - Craig Conaway - Minister

2011-08-04T09:28:00.000-07:00

Kate Wolverton & Todd Stair
Poppy Lane Designs - 405-409-3827

Menu: Tortellini Alfredo, Penne Pasta w/Marinara, Parmesan Chicken, Scalloped Potatoes, Caesar Salad, Breadsticks w/Olive Oil-Balsamic Vinegar, 405.720.2765 http://www.aspotfortea.com/ - Tammy & Eric Seibert - Owners

Pink Petal Linens - Chair covers and Sashes

Ideas In Ice - ice sculpture punch bowl

OU Boomer/Sooner - Sweete Connection Cakes

Grandson's Blake and Ben Seibert to the owner's Gene and Charlotte Nease working at drink station.

On a side note Kate Wolverton is the daughter to Cheryl Clark Wolverton who is also the grand-daughter to BC Clark. Everyone in Oklahoma know how wonderful BC Clark jeweler's reputation is. Cheryl and I actually graduated from high school together. It is a small world and Kate made a beautiful bride.

Melissa Michelle Myers & Jesse Colt Musick Wedding and Reception at Walnut Creek Chapel on 7.30.11 - Jeff McDowell - Minister

2011-08-04T09:20:00.000-07:00

A Photo of a Photo of Melissa and Colt

Food Provided by "A Spot for Tea" - Tammy & Eric Seibert - Owners, www.aspotfortea.com -405-720-2765

Food Table looking back towards the drink station

Cakes Provided by "Sweete Connection" - Susan Taunton - Owner

Colt's (Play Tractors as a Child) Decorated the Groom's Cake

Cierra Nease & Ben Seibert - Cousins and Grand Children of Gene and Charlotte Nease at Walnut Creek Chapel

Practicing What I Preach

2011-08-03T14:50:00.000-07:00

Tea Rituals....

I had a lady contact me today that had been a good customer of A Spot For Tea. She was looking for her favorite blend of tea that she can't find anywhere else and was needing information about our supplier.

Of course, it was our house blend A Perfect Spot Of Tea that she was in search of and I pointed her in the right direction.

I quote from her email: "While I don't have a cup daily, I use it for an opportunity to recenter myself several times a week. It is a gift to myself for a bit of quiet refuge from a stressful job and life. I understand life is more important than a career."

I wrote her back and told her I was for the first time since I began A Spot For Tea trying to "practice what I preach" by enjoying the small moments and slowing down long enough to have a cup of tea myself. I hope today you have your own ritual for recentering and calming down.

Sisters Ladies Brunch, Highpointe Church, July 30, 2011

2011-08-03T13:02:00.000-07:00

Sisters Ladies Brunch Program

July 30, 2011

Mini teapots were the party favor

Dessert Table with delicious goodies

Lemon Bars to Chocolate Raspberry Bars

Fruit and Veggies

Looking back to the stage

Looking down on the food table

Mini Quiche

Deana and Salena

Women's Ministry Coordinators

Ladies getting to know one another

Thanks Highpointe for allowing A Spot For Tea to cater this wonderful event.

Rachel Jo Ann Hatchel & Joshua Martin Houser Wedding and Ceremony on 7/23/2011 at Walnut Creek Chapel- Minister Dr. Gene Nease

2011-08-02T09:09:00.001-07:00

Review for Walnut Creek Chapel

Charlotte, Gene, and everyone at Walnut Creek Chapel, You all are truly amazing, you made my dreams come true! I will always recommend to anyone getting married to go to Walnut Creek Chapel where you are not just another face, but you're Family! I had the best time and will miss you all dearly. Thank you for everything the wedding was perfect! Sincerely, Mr. & Mrs. Josh Houser

Photo of Bridal Portait from Amy Christine Photography

Photo of Rachel Hatchel and Josh Houser

Amy Christine Photography

LED lighting inside vases with white feather.

Buffet Dinner by A Spot For Tea
Menu:
Italian Herb Chicken
Smoked Beef Brisket
New Potato Casserole
Green Beans
Crisp Green Salad
Caesar Salad
Croissants/butter

Cake Table
Cake by Sweete Connections - Susan Taunton
Ideas in Ice - Ice Punch Bowl

Sweete Connections Bridal Cake

Guests enjoying the reception.

Eric's Bucket List - Cincinnati Reds Game 2011

2011-07-29T12:56:00.000-07:00

Eric has always been a Cincinnati Reds baseball fan since the 70's during the Big Red Machine years when they dominated from 1970 to 1976 and won 2 World Series titles. The team then featured baseball great's Johnny Bench (Oklahoma native), Pete Rose, Joe Morgan and Tony Perez.

It had always been Eric's dream to go to the ball park and watch the Reds play baseball so this summer we got to make that happen.

Benjamin, Blake, Brock and Eric in front of the Great American Ball Park.

Tammy, Benjamin, Eric, Blake and Brock enjoying the game.

Benjamin, Blake and Brock (in Reds hat)

We brought in our gloves just in case and we were not to be disappointed.

The game started off with a homerun....

Blake and Brock

The homerun was hit by Chris Heisey

Congratulations for hitting 2 home runs on big screen

The game ended with the Reds trailing 5 to 4 in the bottom of the 9th.

With a man on first base with two outs Brandon Phillips hit a 2 run game winning walkoff homerun.

The crowd went crazy

They said going nuts on big screen

Including Brock who was very excited

Afterwards we enjoyed fireworks beyond the outfield

Eric got to see a dream come true and it was quite a game for all of us to see.

A memory hopefully the boys will not forget.

Return to Seibert Lane - Summer Vacation 2011

2011-07-27T11:29:00.000-07:00

Return to Seibert Lane

Arcade, New York

Summer Vacation 2011

My boys favorite place on earth to visit Eric's parents at their summer cottage in Arcade, New York. If there was a word for paradise it would be Arcade. This year Eric's dad lost his eyesight and we don't know what the future holds for the summer place so we enjoyed our time there with lots of pictures so we will always hold it our hearts.

Brock and Anna fishing from the paddle boat.

Anna, Benjamin, Jack and Brock fishing with poles and fish in hand.

Blake and Grandpa Seibert

Benjamin picking wild raspberries.

Brock and Anna and the water lilies on the pond.

Looking up in the beautiful trees.

Benjamin fishing

Aunt Cindy and Eric

Tammy, Blake and Eric

Jack, Cathy, Cindy, Tim and Anna

Looking up at the flag and blue sky

Aunt Sue, Eric, Blake, Uncle Tim, Aunt Cindy, Eric & Tammy

Benjamin, Nanni and Grandpa & Brock laying on the grass.

Cousins Lindsey, Robert and Courtney with Blake, Benjamin and Brock

All three boys fishing

Having the time of their lives

Brock catching his fish in the net

Brock catching another fish...its a competition.

Eric in the canoe

Looking across the swimming pool back to the pond.

My favorite picture: Brock and Blake on side of the pond.

Benjamin across the pond at sunset.

Double dip chocolate chip...yum!

Ice cream at Delightfuls.

Look at the smile...double dip fun!

Eric's family

Back row: Eric, Eric, Ed, Blake & Michael

Second Row: Tammy, Cindy, Sarah, Courtney, Jessica, Robert & Nancy

Sitting Down: Gretchen, Nanni, Grandpa, Sue & Paul

Lindsey, Brock, Benjamin

We missed Matthew and Erin and thank you Tim for taking the picture.

All the grandkids with Nanni and Grandpa

Eric with his brother Ed and sisters Sue, Gretchen and Cindy

and Nanni and Grandpa

We will treasure our memories always from Summer 2011.

Stephanie Ann Seaton & John Allan Weedn's Wedding and Reception on 7.9.2011 at Walnut Creek Wedding Chapel - Dr. Gene Nease - Minister

2011-07-26T11:30:00.000-07:00

A Review from Bride & Groom of Walnut Creek Wedding Chapel:

We couln't have picked a better place and wonderful couple to help with our marriage! It was all so great! We really enjoyed sharing it with our family and friends there! We're on our way to our honeymoon now. Loved the pics you posted for us!
Thanks Again!! - Stephanie and John

Photo of John & Stephanie from Picture Albumn by "Visuality Photography" 405-945-0135

Buffet provided by "A Spot for Tea" http://www.aspotfortea.com/ 405.720.2765

Fresh Fruit w/fruit dip, Vegetables w/ranch dip, assorted cube cheese, crackers, cheeseball and mini croissant sandwiches

Bride's Cake provided by "Sweete Connection"

Basketball and Golf Grooms Cake provided by "Sweete Connection"

Sarah Ray's Wedding - July 9, 2011 - First Presbyterian Church Edmond

2011-07-25T14:33:00.000-07:00

First Presbyterian Church

Edmond, Oklahoma

Sarah Ray's Wedding

2:00 pm

July 9, 2011

Reception area and food table

A Spot For Tea caterer
www.aspotfortea.com
405-720-2765

Assorted Croissant sandwiches

Looking across the reception area

From the balcony

Another shot from the balcony.

Thank you Sarah for choosing A Spot For Tea to caterer your wedding!

Fourth of July 2011

2011-07-25T13:30:00.000-07:00

Benjamin, Brock and Blake
Brock and Mackenzie Cravens

Benjamin and Blake watching the Bethany Parade

Lots of red, white and blue...our family enjoying along with the Keysers and Cravens.

Flag waving and still proud to be an American!

Old fashioned hats and cars

Antique Fire trucks

Candy collecting and lots of fun

Swimming afterwards at the all day party

Brock cooling off in the pool

PC North Panther Baseball Sophmore team picnic

Devin broke his leg during one of the games...we've been praying for his recovery.

Kelsi Jean Bond & Joshua Mark Musick's Wedding and Reception at Walnut Creek Chapel on 7/2/2011 - Dr. Gene Nease - Minister

2011-07-25T13:19:00.001-07:00

Kelsi Bond & Josh Musick
Red and black color scheme for the wedding

Jonathan Haggerty (groomsman) Cleveland Browns Football Player

YUM!!!! Chocolate Fountain

A Spot for Tea provided food www.aspotfortea.com 405-720-2765

Candy Bar

Sweete Connection provided cakes

Best German Chocolate S.W.O.L.

Surprise Guest Artist from Dallas for the couple www.jasonashley.com

Another Surprise Guest for the couple Sir Earl Toon www.facebook.com/pages/sir-earl-toon/18206086657 or www.myspace.com/sirearltoon formerly with "Kool and the Gang"

Sir Earl Toon & Jason Ashley performing for Kelsi & Josh Musick