Wedding News

WARNING:

*WEDDING CRAZED POST AHEAD*

So i will post again later today, but i wanted to go ahead and Thank out amazing wedding planner, Kristina from My Bride Idea, who wrote up the sweetest post about our wedding!

You can find more information about My Bride Idea at her website.

If you cant get to it, here is some of the article!

"Sunday, April 11, 2010

Real Weddings: Lauren & Chris

I love all of my couples, but some of them I work with so closely that they become like family to me and I to them. Lauren and Chris were no exception. The week before their wedding I told Lauren that I wasn't ready for the wedding to happen because I didn't want to lose her! Seriously, I wanted the O'Keefe/Sands family to adopt me!

Lauren and Chris were married at Chateau Elan on August 8th, 2009. This was my first time to the vineyard and it was simply breathtaking. The entire weekend was a pleasure. The staff and accommodations were nothing but spectacular. Drew (one of the catering managers) made my assistant and I feel like family and not like we were stepping on their toes. I love, love, love this venue and hope I get the chance to work with them again. I really like it when a couple plans to see each other before the wedding. Especially when you have so many spots to take wonderful pictures. I tell all of my brides that photography is one of the areas you need to invest in. Great photography is key. You will be looking a these images the rest of your lives, so make sure you hire a great photographer! Ron Jones Photography took all of the beautiful images you see here. One of my favorite shots of a bride. Make sure you provide your photographer with a list of "must take" shots.
The ceremony was held in the Atrium of the Hotel. It is not private, any guest or hotel staff member can pause and watch your ceremony. In my opinion this is not an issue. Weddings bring people together and make everyone happy! And how great is it that guests will go home and tell their friends about the beautiful wedding they witnessed.
The bridesmaids bouquets were made from vendela roses and standard roses.  My assistant and I bought a bottle of wine from the vineyard shoppe and wrapped the bouquets the night before the wedding! The results turned out beautifully.
Rich with Creative Events designed the florals for the ceremony and reception.
This was my first wedding with a band and Party Nation rocked the house! It was like being at a concert. In between sets we used a song list from the couples ipod.
The cake was made by a family friend and was very good. The cake is just as important as dinner. Guests will talk about how good the cake was at your wedding.
Sparkler exit! The after party was held at the winery's pub, Paddy's.
Congratulations Lauren and Chris! You two deserve all the happiness in the world!! :)"



I cant believe that was 248 days ago!!  (i have a knot counter still on my facebook that says how many days we have been married if you are wondering how i know the exact number)   :)

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And while we are on the wedding subject i got sent a really funny email that i thought some of you would like!

10 Signs You've Got the Postwedding Blues

So you get married and a funny thing happens—you suddenly have tons of time on your hands! All those hours you spent planning the perfect wedding have become big holes in your calendar. Admit it: You kind of miss stressing out over which flowers to use in your centerpieces and googling the best hairstyles to wear with a veil (ahem, while at work). Hey, it’s okay to be a little bummed now that the big day has passed, but here’s how to tell if you’ve gone totally over the edge.

1. You decide to turn your veil into a pretty lace curtain (and then secretly stand under it and recite your wedding vows when you think no one could possibly be watching).

2. You answer questions with “I do” instead of “yes”—which is driving your friends, family and coworkers up the wall (and it’s why nobody’s in a hurry to return your calls).

3. Your new favorite hobby is watching the raw footage of your wedding video on repeat while chowing down on a slice of stale cake.

4. You’ll no longer leave the house without something old, new, borrowed and blue.

5. You host a dinner party re-creating the food at your reception, giving the option of chicken, fish or steak.

6. You’re planning the weddings of everyone you know who’s had a significant other for more than a month. Okay, a week.

7. You now call all of your vacations “honeymoons,” including when you’re just going home to see your parents for a few days.

8. You order your signature cocktail when out at your favorite bar—never mind that the “Lovetini” isn’t exactly on the menu.

9. You buy the chic paper lanterns you see at a flea market because they would’ve been just perfect for your cocktail hour.

10. You invite your married girlfriends over for a “wear your wedding dress” party and play all the music from your reception.

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CONGRATULATIONS!!!!

Last Wedding News,  
Heather & Taylor and Kendal & Robbie 
ARE ENGAGED!!!
I am so happy for the two couples! They are all amazing people and i wish them nothing but the best!!! 

CONGRATULATIONS!!!!

I will blog about more "present day" stuff later!

Off to lunch

xoxo,