MitÃ¡kuye OyÃ¡sâiÅ (All Are Related) is a phrase from the Lakota language. It reflects the world view of interconnectedness held by the Lakota people of North America. This concept and phrase is expressed in many Yankton Sioux prayers, as well as by ceremonial people in other Lakota communities. The phrase translates in English as all my relatives, we are all related, or all my relations.. It is a prayer of oneness and harmony with all forms of life: other people, animals, birds, insects, trees and plants, and even rocks, rivers, mountains and valleys.
Both Swiss and Italian meringue (or mousseline) buttercream is made by whipping egg whites and adding to a sugared syrup that has been cooked to 240 F. This technique yields a stable buttercream suitable for cake decorating and can be stored at room temperature for two to three days.
Average Lengths. Just as each couple is different, so is each wedding reception. Although there is no specific length that a reception should last, most receptions that include a full sit-down meal last around four hours. Some couples will extend the party by planning a five- or six-hour reception, while others plan an after-party at a second location.