They lost. My team lost. That would be the Packers, for all of you that have no clue as to what I'm dishing about. I'm happy to report that I stayed toasty warm during the -29 degree weather at the Frozen Tundra. I'm no fool...lots of light layers, hand warmers, feet warmers and I was set. Sadly, it was not enough and I will not be watching MY team in the Super Bowl.
It's probably for the best. I have weddings to start preparing for. I don't want my brides thinking they are backseat to a football game. :)
My next wedding is February 16 and it's at the most distinguished resort in WI and one of the most nationally acclaimed as well. The American Club. I can't wait. I've attended events here, mostly corporate and only one wedding. They do an amazing job so it will be great to see the behind the scenes action that takes place. Although, I must say, they are not fond of wedding planners at all. I've already talked to the contact there and while she's nice enough, I know she was bristling at the thought of me "Just being there to ensure all goes as planned." You see, this is the AMERICAN CLUB. They don't believe they need anyone watching over them, and for the most part, they're right. So what I tried to convey to her was that there are multiple vendors that make the day go off smoothly and I need to make certain that all vendors are doing what they need to be doing, not just the American Club.
It will be interesting to say the least, but I have strong faith that all will go well.
Tuesday, January 22, 2008
Sunday, January 20, 2008
Nothing To Do With Weddings
I'm just excited so I felt the need to blog about it. I'm headed to Lambeau in just under an hour. Hopefully to watch my beloved Packers clinch the NFC Championship and head to Arizona for the Super Bowl! I was at this exact game last time we were in this position (Yikes! Over 10 years ago already) and the excitement is something to be in awe over, that's for sure.
However, they don't call it the Frozen Tundra for nothing! I'm too scared to check the actual temp and wind chill right now, but I know the sun shining in my office window now is just a bad tease.
GO PACK!
However, they don't call it the Frozen Tundra for nothing! I'm too scared to check the actual temp and wind chill right now, but I know the sun shining in my office window now is just a bad tease.
GO PACK!
Saturday, January 12, 2008
Home Sweet Home
A bride who I talked with several months ago about assisting with her wedding contacted me last week. Turns out they scrapped their local wedding plans and are headed to Door County for a destination wedding! They want a calm planning process since a big to-do is not their thing and they are also planning from Chicago.
Door County is home to me. MY home! Where I know all things Door County and where I can plan one kick-ass wedding. I'll hopefully be meeting with the couple at the begining of February to discuss how I can help them, but details are already swirling through my mind.
And since my wedding was too big to get married at my favorite spot in Door County, I am forever hoping that the perfect bride and groom comes along that I can pitch the idea to. Who knows...maybe this is it!
Door County is home to me. MY home! Where I know all things Door County and where I can plan one kick-ass wedding. I'll hopefully be meeting with the couple at the begining of February to discuss how I can help them, but details are already swirling through my mind.
And since my wedding was too big to get married at my favorite spot in Door County, I am forever hoping that the perfect bride and groom comes along that I can pitch the idea to. Who knows...maybe this is it!
Goodbye 2008
2009 Brides are already booking. This nearly gives me a panic attack. It means that 2008 will be over and done before I know it. 2009 Brides have venues booked, churches booked, photographers booked and now me. They're booking me. I just can't believe I'm writing '09 on things already. Somebody pinch me.
Somebody also tell me to remember my New Year's goal of S L O W I N G D O W N !
Somebody also tell me to remember my New Year's goal of S L O W I N G D O W N !
Sunday, January 6, 2008
Well, this was a first....
"Good Morning, this is Danica"
"Hi Danica, this is Betty (not her real name obviously). I've heard fabulous things about you and was wondering if you have some time to talk about hiring you for Day of Coordination."
"Absolutely. Thank you for the kind words. When is your wedding?"
"Well, that's the thing, we don't have a date yet, but it will definitely be in 2009. We just want to make sure we get you booked so we don't have to worry about anything."
"Well, I certainly appreciate that. Thank you! However, without having a wedding date it is hard for me to commit."
"We kind of figured that would be the case. We're actually willing to pay you triple what you normally charge in order to keep the summer open for 2009 until we have a date narrowed down."
"That's very generous of you, but unfortunately, I just can't do that. In fact, I already have 2 summer weddings booked for 2009 so it would be next to impossible for me to hold that many weekends. I also would never feel right or ethical about someone paying me more for services than what I actually charge."
"Really? We have a very high budget wedding and there are other vendors that have accepted more money than they charge in order to hold the date. Is there any way we can work with you on this? We really, really want you."
"Betty, I'm flattered, really I am. But I have to be completely honest with you. I practice a very ethical business here and if you have vendors that have actually accepted more money than typical...I would be very hesitant about working with them. I'm sorry this probably isn't going to work for you, but please do give me a call once you determine your date."
"Um, ok. I'm shocked actually. I guess we'll have to get a date SOON. I'm not doing this wedding without you."
"Thank you again. Let me know if you need any help with anything else. Have a great day!"
WHAT!?!? This is why the name of this blog is Tales of a Wedding Planner. You really just never know what you're going to get.
"Hi Danica, this is Betty (not her real name obviously). I've heard fabulous things about you and was wondering if you have some time to talk about hiring you for Day of Coordination."
"Absolutely. Thank you for the kind words. When is your wedding?"
"Well, that's the thing, we don't have a date yet, but it will definitely be in 2009. We just want to make sure we get you booked so we don't have to worry about anything."
"Well, I certainly appreciate that. Thank you! However, without having a wedding date it is hard for me to commit."
"We kind of figured that would be the case. We're actually willing to pay you triple what you normally charge in order to keep the summer open for 2009 until we have a date narrowed down."
"That's very generous of you, but unfortunately, I just can't do that. In fact, I already have 2 summer weddings booked for 2009 so it would be next to impossible for me to hold that many weekends. I also would never feel right or ethical about someone paying me more for services than what I actually charge."
"Really? We have a very high budget wedding and there are other vendors that have accepted more money than they charge in order to hold the date. Is there any way we can work with you on this? We really, really want you."
"Betty, I'm flattered, really I am. But I have to be completely honest with you. I practice a very ethical business here and if you have vendors that have actually accepted more money than typical...I would be very hesitant about working with them. I'm sorry this probably isn't going to work for you, but please do give me a call once you determine your date."
"Um, ok. I'm shocked actually. I guess we'll have to get a date SOON. I'm not doing this wedding without you."
"Thank you again. Let me know if you need any help with anything else. Have a great day!"
WHAT!?!? This is why the name of this blog is Tales of a Wedding Planner. You really just never know what you're going to get.
Tuesday, January 1, 2008
Best New Year's Eve Wedding Ever
If I go into too much detail about this wedding, this post is likely to turn into a novel or at least a short story.
It was Kristi & TJ's day last night. With a candlelight ceremony that began at 5:30pm and close to 200 guests literally ready to break down the ceremony site doors...it was off to a festive start.
Here are the highlights of the evening and you'll soon see why their marriage union was so beautiful.
1. Classy bride. In a gold and deep ivory toned gown and a killer all-teeth smile, she stole the show without even trying. Did I mention she's the sweetest gal ever? And all of her family and friends seem to think so too.
2. Bringing Dad down to the ballroom for a private first glimpse of his daughter was one of the best things I've ever done as a Coordinator. It was magical, teary-eyed, and a very touching moment.
3. The bridal party went to Flannery's to have drinks, relax and have pics done. Cool? Yes.
4. Bride's uncle, a judge in New London, officiated the ceremony with humor, spirituality, religion, and so much love and pizazz.
5. Bride's cousin performed some vocal pieces, including a solo of "Ordinary Miracle" before the processional even began! Cool? Yes, again.
6. Bride's brother performed some vocal pieces and gave me the chills. Can we say "Broken Road" by Rascal Flatts? (((Sigh)))
7. Newlyweds walked out to "Accidentally In Love" performed by the two soloists. Does it get any cooler than that??
8. Lillys make the room smell amazing and the guests commented on it it forever
9. Battery-powered mini-light strands are the best invention ever.
10. Milwaukee Athletic Club now has their cake contract through The Cake Lady. Sweet!
11. The couple put together a very fun, touching, and beautiful DVD show
12. They also had a DVD video countdown to midnight. Cool again? You betcha!
13. Having all of your toasts done before salads even comes out is the smartest thing to do. I wish more of my brides listened to me when it comes to this.
14. A close friend of the couple played piano through the ceremony
15. Including all of these loved ones in your wedding day is what makes your wedding unique. Kristi & TJ pulled it off flawlessly.
Congratulations to both of you and Happy New Year to all of my readers!
It was Kristi & TJ's day last night. With a candlelight ceremony that began at 5:30pm and close to 200 guests literally ready to break down the ceremony site doors...it was off to a festive start.
Here are the highlights of the evening and you'll soon see why their marriage union was so beautiful.
1. Classy bride. In a gold and deep ivory toned gown and a killer all-teeth smile, she stole the show without even trying. Did I mention she's the sweetest gal ever? And all of her family and friends seem to think so too.
2. Bringing Dad down to the ballroom for a private first glimpse of his daughter was one of the best things I've ever done as a Coordinator. It was magical, teary-eyed, and a very touching moment.
3. The bridal party went to Flannery's to have drinks, relax and have pics done. Cool? Yes.
4. Bride's uncle, a judge in New London, officiated the ceremony with humor, spirituality, religion, and so much love and pizazz.
5. Bride's cousin performed some vocal pieces, including a solo of "Ordinary Miracle" before the processional even began! Cool? Yes, again.
6. Bride's brother performed some vocal pieces and gave me the chills. Can we say "Broken Road" by Rascal Flatts? (((Sigh)))
7. Newlyweds walked out to "Accidentally In Love" performed by the two soloists. Does it get any cooler than that??
8. Lillys make the room smell amazing and the guests commented on it it forever
9. Battery-powered mini-light strands are the best invention ever.
10. Milwaukee Athletic Club now has their cake contract through The Cake Lady. Sweet!
11. The couple put together a very fun, touching, and beautiful DVD show
12. They also had a DVD video countdown to midnight. Cool again? You betcha!
13. Having all of your toasts done before salads even comes out is the smartest thing to do. I wish more of my brides listened to me when it comes to this.
14. A close friend of the couple played piano through the ceremony
15. Including all of these loved ones in your wedding day is what makes your wedding unique. Kristi & TJ pulled it off flawlessly.
Congratulations to both of you and Happy New Year to all of my readers!
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