About three weeks ago I went to pick up my maid of honor’s dress with her. I had been in the store numerous times. To pick Bridesmaid dresses and Jr. Bridesmaid dresses, to pick up dresses for the Jr. Bridesmaids and ship them out to them, and once to pick up and ship the dress [...]

The guest list is a very difficult piece to any wedding. It’s a balancing act between two families, friends and family, and the almighty BUDGET. It is no wonder that after thinking long and hard about WHO to invite that we spent a lot of time (not to mention money) on our invitations. I ordered custom [...]

One of the first wedding decisions we made was the caterer. Why? Because our 3 main wedding must-haves are: 1. good food, 2. drinks, 3. dancing. Mr. CC and I have been to what seems like a million weddings together, and, as guests, these 3 elements seemed crucial to our enjoyment and memories of each wedding. [...]

I know you have heard me talk about my home and where I work, but here is a chance for you to see it for yourself. So many people love the natural barrier island of Jekyll Island– I have come to love it, too. It is a great place to escape, relax and enjoy [...]

I was reading YumSugar, as always, and loved how they blogged about the new Food and Wine Cocktail Book for 2008.  This is perfect if you are looking for the signature drink to kick off your reception or event.      This made me think about my other favorites, Hip Sips:  Modern Cocktails to Raise Your Spirits [...]

  There are all sorts of etiquette issues to deal with when you’re planning your wedding.  From proper wording on invitations, who should sit with whom, who can wear what color…it truly never ends.   Not even while you’re planning.   Vendors spend a lot of time courting potential clients through gifts, marketing, email and phone follow-up.  With the [...]

  I sooooo would. Every day of the week and twice on Sunday. And when I say “a mouse”, I mean “THE MOUSE”. I, personally, tried to talk my sister in to having her wedding at Walt Disney World, but my new brother-in-law said that was a no go.  I think there is a major [...]

Most of my fiance’s friends and family, as well as a handful of my part of the guest list will be coming from across the country. We want to make sure they know we appreciate them spending money on the trip out to join us and welcome them to San Francisco. I believe we will [...]

I wouldn’t even charge because there was some technical difficulties with getting all of my pictures into my latest post… so I thought I’d just do a quick update with the actual board that brings all the boys to the yard.

  Your wedding is the most important day of your life– I totally get that.  But the part where you are confusing me is where you decide to skimp on the on service that will help you relive the day: the emotions, the laughter, the tears, and the love through film.   So here is the question…If [...]