Bidet, anyone? or Timing is everything!

What is this remark regarding my personal hygiene, you might be asking yourself. I'll get back to that. More relevant topics today include first songs, toasts and timing!

Don't let the recession keep you down, people!

I must say, there has just not been anything worth writing about over the past few months. The creativity level is way down. Some people are not hiring planners, some people are not giving their planner anything to work with (although I believe it is the planners job to make something out of nothing).

Three Months Summarized

I know it seems like it's been a while. It has, but not because we haven't been attending weddings (heck, that's what we do). There have been less, true, but we have been looking for the value to pass on.

Not to fear! We have found value in this marriage slow season that thankfully we can summarize in one word - NEGOTIATE!

You say Fresno - I say Fres-Yes!

It's been a while since I've spent time in very central California, and I'm happy to see that some parts are still very alive and kicking with a vibrant and diverse nightlife! Enough of that...on to dinner...

Weddings are an Art

Let me revise that - Great weddings are an art. Many of you may have been to many weddings and are still saying "what are you talking about, an art?". I understand. You see, until you've been to a wedding that contains at least one element of artistic form - be it by the planner, coordinator, band, caterer, or the couple themselves - it might be hard to imagine what I'm talking about.

big chunk

Peanut butter cookies with a big chunk of chocolate in the middle on top. Mmm. Have you had these? If you like the above ingredients, they're good. And the highlight of this west Marin wedding.

Nuff said.

Ignorance is NOT bliss

So, you've found the perfect location for your wedding and reception, complete with wedding planner and estate coordinator. STOP! The wrong people in charge can ruin your day. Take extra care to interview your planner and/or person who is in charge of the grounds where you will be hosting your most special day. Get a feel for these people and know that they have YOUR best interests at heart, not theirs. It's their job to 'sell' you on the property, but once you commit (deposit and contract) you are stuck with these people, and quite often it is their job that comes first (taking care of themselves and their property) rather than the quality of your special day.