Real Weddings: Kate and Jared Saft

What and exhilarating weekend we had last week--

We were offered the opportunity to experience and style a memorable wedding for the delightful, lovely and charming Kate {then Gissy!} and Jared Saft.

Jared jokingly repeated throughout the weekend that he "just showed up," but Kate and I worked side by side thoughtfully and creatively planning a weekend and a wedding to remember for a lifetime.

Working with Bonnie Garfield, as ever, proved to be a fine endeavor. Her guidance with the family throughout the process was invaluable, and her banquets team is bar none.

The team on hand made all proposed plans effortless and as well as a fine-tuned party!

Kate and Jared's refined style shone through in all elements of decor, food and beverage--

The band kept the dancing going and going {even through dinner!!} and we can't forget Kate's planned surprise for Jared which was having him picked up in a DeLorean!

Thanks to my "Cast of Characters:"

Bonnie Garfield- The Portofino Bay Hotel

Solutions Bridal

Damon Tucci Photography

Tommy Murphy- Greenery Productions

Shannon Caine- Beautiful Music

Bob Schilling- Fifth Avenue Band

Corona Cigars

Plumb Fun Photo Booth

Sarah Hanna Calligraphy

Simply Cinematic

Showorks

American Audio Visual

Simone Rosas-Makeover Station

Kate and Jared, Mr. & Mrs. Gissy and Ms Ellen Saft:

Thank you from the bottom of my heart for trusting me with the most important day in your childrens' lives and for so sincerely and sweetly opening your hearts and family to me. This is not the end; simply the beginning!

Wedding Window: Preview to Kate and Jared's Wedding

This week has been a flurry of activity with all things Kate Gissy and Jared Saft...

I have been so fortunate to work with Kate for the past year with the intricate details of what will be a most glorious, visually stunning and fun-filled wedding day at the exquisite Portofino Bay Hotel.

It is such a feeling of calm and peace when I wake up on a Saturday morning to check on my bride and I am welcomed with a bubbly "Good Morning!" on the other end of the line.

She and I feel so confident that with the benefit of such a confident and capable team of wedding professionals and the leadership of Bonnie Garfield with The Portofino; we humbly acknowledge we are on "auto-pilot!"

Here, you see this fantastic couple during their engagement shoot with Damon Tucci.

Just wait...their wedding images will be equally as gorgeous!

Wedding & Event Planner = *Mompreneurs??*

I had the loveliest surprise this past Sunday, Mother's Day, from my beautiful, talented and smart daughters Sara and Carolina.

Mother's Day is infinitely more special than any other day of the year for us mothers the very moment we open our eyes that morning for some reason...

As I was greeted by my bubbling beauties, I was presented the annual homemade cards and crafts, {my favorite!} and the newest copy {and my very first glimpse} of an article written and dedicated to *Mompreneurs,* "mommies who mean business" expertly and carefully written by Amy K.D. Tobik for "Moms Like Me" magazine.

In the article she interviewed 5 mommies who have all started, sustained and thrive in their own, respective businesses. I was in the great company of a boutique owner, beauty salon owner, restaurant owner, and dentist.

If you know anything about me, then you know my favorite subjects: Sara and Carolina! Being interviewed about my *second* passion which is my business, I couldn't find a better way to express my priorities, sensibilities hopes and aspirations.

The most vital and important lesson we can teach to our daughters-our children- is to lead by a fine and exemplary example. I have learned these so well from my very own mother and hope to pass it along to my young ladies with as much grace as she did.

I'd be so delighted to hear from fellow *Mompreneurs," and invite you to contact me. Balance, I realize, can be trying as well as life's ups, downs, twists and turns. I assure you I have experienced and continue to experience these regularly, but find strength in 2 precious faces, their eyes, their smiles and their hearts.


"Never grow a wishbone, daughter, where your backbone ought to be."
~Clementine Paddleford

Wedding Video Highlights- Kirby and Jesse Filar

One of my favorite enhancements in video documentary is the highlight montage. In mere minutes, these cinematic moments encapsulate and re-tell the story of your wedding day from your perspective and from the perspective of your guests.

After all, you cannot possibly see and experience every reaction, tear and laugh all alone! Besides, you should only have the simple task of looking radiant and poised the entire day, just as sweet Kirby and her dashing husband, Jesse did-

My gratitude goes out to Jeffrey Stoner who is always so willing to share his talent and time in an effort to share your moments and love...

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