Kim and Steve Wedding Day December 24 2015

A GREAT DAY INDEED!!!  This wedding officiant in pa had the HONOR to marry Kim and Steve on Christmas Eve!!!  In attendance was Gavin, Kim's son, and we ALL had a blast!  Steve and Gavin were dressed in black tones, and Kim was stunning in her Black and White attire.  The I Do's were performed in my home via the private ceremony room.  After pronouncing as husband and wife, Kim, Steve, and Gavin continued their festivities by visiting with a variety of family members.



Again, my Honor to have Served for your Awesome Wedding Day!!!

Weather Tidbit for the Day: Advantages/Disadvantages of Relative & Specific Humidity and Dew Point Temperature by Dr. Anna Mock-Ward

My oh My, What a Wonderful Day It Is!!!  Is it because of the weather? Or perhaps I am experiencing poor Humidity!!!???  Oh NO!!!!!!  If you missed our last weather tidbit, be sure to review my blog for yesterday's comments!!!

As you know, I am not only a wedding officiant in pa, but wear many hats!!! Well... I try to anyway, as long as this back pain will allow...  Anyway, as a wedding officiant in pa, we often schedule our weddings a couple years in advance, but how can we be sure of a bright, sunny day?  Unfortunately, this wedding officiant has no control over our weather, but since I did take a class in such, I just LOVE to continue education for our public!

Today's weather tidbit will discuss the advantages and disadvantages of relative humidity, specific humidity, and dew point temperature.

Relative humidity is measured by percentage.  We take the ratio of the amount of vapor in the air, and compare it to the amount that is required for saturation, and the ratio of air's actual vapor pressure to its saturation vapor pressure.  The advantage of using relative humidity is to indicate an air's sample closeness to saturation, but it is not good to indicate amount of moisture in an air sample (Ahrens, 2008, p. 83).

Specific humidity is the ratio of mass for water vapor in a given parcel to the total mass of air in a parcel.  The advantage is good for indicating moisture in an air sample because the values are the same; they are not affected by temperature changes.  However, if we add or remove moisture this tool will not be good for our meteorologists (Ahrens, 2008, p. 82).

Dew point temperature is another type for humidity measurements.  It is also an absolute and relative indicator of moisture content.  We take the temperature that our air must be cooled, in order for saturation to occur (Ahrens, 2008, p. 85).  The advantages are that we can determine that a high dew point will have more water vapor in the air, and a low dew point will have less vapor in the air (Ahrens, 2008, p. 85).  The disadvantage is that if our air is already saturated, the human body's perspiration will not evaporate.  This person could experience a heat stroke (Ahrens, 2008, p. 88).

I know all too well of the above scene!!!  If we are having a wedding during summer time, be sure to stay hydrated!!!

OK, I hope you enjoyed this tidbit for the day, and look forward to seeing you ALL soon.

Kind Regards,

Dr. Anna Mock-Ward

To learn more about our weather, be sure to read the following works cited page!

Works Cited

Ahrens, C. Donald. (2008). Essentials of Meteorology: An Invitation to the Atmosphere.
     USA:Brooks/Cole.

Weather Tidbit for the Day: The Importance of Water Vapor in the Development of Weather and Climate

Water vapor is a variable gas, and the only one that can "exist as a gas, liquid, or solid at temperatures and pressures [that are] near the Earth's surface" (Ahrens, 2008, p. 3).  Water vapor is important to weather because it gives us precipitation, and gives us the greenhouse gas.  It allows absorption of a portion of outgoing radient energy, and allows the warmth we feel over our surfaces (Ahrens, 2008, p. 4).  Water vapor affects our climate because with no clouds, our Earth would be warmer.  Furthermore, global cloudiness would give us a potential for a negative feedback on the change of climate (Ahrens, 2008, p. 38).

OK, I hope you have enjoyed our weather tidbit for the day, and to learn more, be sure to check out:

Ahrens, C. Donald. (2008). Essentials of Meteorology: An Invitation to the Atmosphere. USA:      Brooks/Cole.

We will continue our Weather Tidbit for the day by discussing relative and specific humidity, and the dew point temperature.  Until then... have an Awesome day!!!

Regards,

Dr. Anna

Expectant Fathers’ Transition to Parenthood by Dr. Anna Mock-Ward

Assignment Report: Research for Local Social Agency to Incorporate into Pamphlet on Expectant Fathers’ Transition to Parenthood

This Assignment Report will entail information that will allow a local social agency to create a pamphlet on expectant fathers’ transition to parenthood.  More specifically, what changes can the father anticipate after the baby arrives will be provided.

The birth of a child is indeed a joyous occasion for both mother and father.  However, there are times the married couple could have thoughts that such a change in current conditions could bring despair upon the marriage.  The good news is that “for most new parents, the arrival of a baby does not cause significant marital strain” (Berk, 2009, p 567).  The bad news is that although a mother’s bonding has been assumed for many decades, it is not until recent decades that we have started thinking of a father’s bond for the newborn (Berens, n.d.).  To remove this dreadful news for the father, there are many techniques that can be achieved “to be more inclusive of dads … and to address relationship changes post kids …” (Berens, n.d., para. 9).  In the following, varying techniques for the father will be displayed in hopes for a better educated transition to fatherhood.

The most important tool for any father to have is that he must keep the lines of communication open with his partner.  “Talking with your partner can help you both air your feelings about the big life changes ahead” (Downs, n.d., para. 7).  Moreover, when there are open lines of communication, the father will become sensitive to his partner and his listening capabilities will improve.  It is not only the sensitivity of the father at hand, but also inclusive for the partner.  Both the father and partner can incorporate the Deep Democracy concept for their communication process.  When both parties are discussing feelings, opinions, and disagreements, the Deep Democracy approach will allow each person “to express [themselves] … and  ... have … feelings understood” (Berens, n.d., para.11).  To incorporate the Deep Democracy concept, the father should write a letter to himself that describes his relationship within himself, and to that of his partner (Berens, n.d.).  Below are the items that should be included in this self letter:

1.       Describe what your wants are for being a new parent.

2.      If you’re amiss of wants for being a new parent, then describe how you intend to support yourself.

3.      Be sure to list and describe items such as your appreciation for your partner, and what you envision the togetherness for both as your baby enters the world.

The father can also have his partner complete a same self letter, and each can exchange with one another.  “Put your letter and the one your [partner] wrote in a place where you’ll be able to access them again easily, in case you need to be reminded of your connection with each other and yourself; and need some support in navigating the challenges of parenthood” (Berens, n.d., para. 22).

Another important tool for the newly transitioned father to incorporate would be the time allotted for his partner and newborn.  “As a new father, balancing your roles as parent, partner, and (possibly) bread-winner is tough … [let alone that] you suddenly have a lot to do and a lot less time to do it in” (Downs, n.d., para. 8).  It is very important that the father jump in and help his partner at every avenue possible with newborn.  This includes helping your partner with “giving baths, changing diapers, or rocking your baby to sleep” (Downs, n.d., para. 9).  If the father is rocking the baby to sleep, most often it is a signal response due to the baby crying.  The father can utilize the “lift the baby to the shoulder and rock or walk [method]” (Berk, 2009, p 136). 

It is also good to remember not to feel guilty about leaving your partner and newborn to go to work, because “you’re fulfilling a key role by providing for your family” (Downs, n.d., para. 11).  Depending on your financial situation, you may also be approved for 12 weeks of unpaid leave.  However, “the federal government mandates only 12 weeks of unpaid leave for employees in companies with at least 50 workers” (Berk, 2009, p 117).  So the father will need to check with his employer to see what options are afforded to him. 

There are many techniques available for the new father, and by keeping the lines of communication open can lessen the burdens one may experience.  It is also important for the new father to “stay positive and work with your partner as a team” (Downs, n.d., para. 31).  Remember, at any time you may be experiencing guilt, anguish, or despair, the local social agency is here to assist you.  Your local social agency is a wealth of information and resources; all at the tip of your fingers.

 To learn more about the article I have written, please be sure to review the following references...

OK, thanks for stopping by and see you ALL soon...

Regards,

Dr. Anna Mock-Ward

 References

Berens, R. (n.d.). Helping dads transition to parenthood. Retrieved from http://www.pregnancy.

            org/article/helping-new-dads-transition-parenthood

Berk, L. E. (2009). Child development (8^th ed.). Boston, MA: Pearson.

Down, M. (n. d.). What changes can the father anticipate after baby arrives. Retrieved from

            http://www.webmd.com/parenting/baby/features/new-dads-what-to-expect?print=true

Wedding Officiant in pa reminds ALL of Jefferson's Ten Rules

I know, I know... You want to know why on earth am I posting information that we have learned as children!!!  The fact is that although we have learned such information as children, we most often forget this learned information as adults.

Sometimes, we all need some gentle reminders in our lives, and so... This wedding officiant in pa is here to do just that.  OK, take a moment to review, and see if anyone of these rules apply in your daily lives ...

JEFFERSON'S TEN RULES

1.  Never put off until tomorrow what you can do today.

2.  Never trouble another for what you can do yourself.

3.  Never spend your money before you have earned it.

4.  Never buy what you don't want because it's cheap.

5.  Pride costs more than hunger, thirst and cold.

6.  We seldom repent of having eaten too little.

7.  Nothing is troublesome that we do willingly.

8.  How much pain the evils have cost us that have never happened.

9.  Take things always by the smooth handle.

10.  When angry, count to ten before you speak, if very angry, count to one hundred.

This wedding officiant in pa is curious as to what rules you utilize, or believe you should incorporate.  I look forward to reading all your comments below.

OK, see you ALL soon, and have an Awesome day!!!

Dog Training Tips from the Experts

Whether you have a new puppy or an old dog, it makes good sense to invest a little time training them. And while there is an abundance of information available about how to train your dog, you can go wrong with dog training tips from the experts.

1.  Positive reinforcement is essential. While there are many theories on how to train your dog, most dog training experts agree that positive reinforcement works best. Positive reinforcement involves rewarding your dog with verbal praise “good dog”, physical praise like a pat on the head and food rewards. It doesn’t involve yelling at your dog, hitting or punishing them.

Positive reinforcement works because it builds a bond of trust with your dog. Dogs are motivated by rewards especially food rewards.

2. Consistency is essential. If you’re working with your dog on a specific skill or trick then try to train them at the same time every day. This helps your dog know what to expect. Most dogs thrive on structure and will perform and learn much faster when they know what’s expected. If you’re training using food rewards, try to train your dog before mealtime so they’re a little bit hungry and motivated.

3. Be patient. Dogs tend to learn in waves. Sometimes they pick things up quickly and then the next day it seems like you have to start over from the very beginning. Be patient. Start each new trick with very small steps and be clear about what you expect. Even with the smallest tricks like “sit” you will want to break it down into smaller steps.

4. Use hand cues in addition to verbal cues. Some dogs have an easier time understanding and remembering hand signals than they do with verbal cues. Assign a hand signal to each trick or behavior you are training.

5. Train in small increments. Dogs have short attention spans. Trying to train them for twenty or thirty minutes isn’t going to work. They’re going to get frustrated and lose focus. Instead, keep training sessions to no more than five minutes.

In the beginning, you may want to train for only a minute or two until your dog learns to look forward to training. Dogs can learn to dislike training. Keeping the training sessions short will help them learn to enjoy the process.

6. Always end on a positive note. Learning a new trick is hard work. End each training session, no matter how frustrating, on a positive note. Always give your dog a trick or behavior to perform that they know how to perform and end with a food reward and plenty of praise.

7. Keep your dog healthy. Finally, one of the most important dog training tips from the experts recommends feeding your dog a quality dog food, giving them plenty of fresh water and making sure they get enough sleep. A healthy dog is a happier dog and will learn desired behaviors much more quickly.

Wedding Officiant in Pa Revamps her Elopement Room for 2015 Holidays

This wedding officiant in pa originally had the ceremony room located in the dining room.  You all may have seen prior pictures from website, or perhaps on my Facebook page, but I wanted to spice things up for this 2015 Holiday festivities!!!

During this Holiday season, I have moved my ceremony room into a private, secluded space; all of it's own devise...  You and your guests will be welcomed with a Christmas Tree, and various decorations.  OK, I hope you enjoy, and look forward to seeing you ALL soon.