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The journey to the wedding day may be a winding one. I’m happy to share some tips and tricks along the way. I continually offer ways to strengthen your relationship, and provide additional resources & tools. Scroll on down, and click on a post that interests you. The comments are always open, and I would love to know what you think!

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Vendors I Love: TAYLOR LAUREN BARKER PHOTOGRAPHY

I took an amazingly circuitous route to get to where I am. But looking back, it makes incredible sense. The same goes for the photographer I focus on today. I met Taylor at a wedding I officiated in the summer of 2015 in Fort Greene, Brooklyn. While it’s difficult to connect at events since we’re um, well…working, it was clear that Taylor and I had similar processes. While I tell stories with ritual and ceremony, she tells it through light and images. Without further ado, I am delighted to introduce Photojournalist and Creative Storyteller, TAYLOR LAUREN BARKER

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Vendors I Love: MEG HOTCHKISS & LVR Events

I've had the pleasure of working with Meg and her team a number of times over the past two years. I love her positivity, as well as the ease she brings to all events. I know that with Meg everything is organized and prepped and if there are any snafus, they are handled quickly and gracefully. While we both adore weddings, we share the same view that the MARRIAGE is certainly more important. But enough from me, without further ado, I am pleased to introduce MEG HOTCHKISS!

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Vendors I Love: CODY RAISIG PHOTOGRAPHY

I have wanted to work with Cody Raisig for a while. And we finally did on a lovely wedding at the Prospect Park Picnic House just over a month ago. Cody is like a ninja - soft footed and ready for anything. I love that he equates weddings with high intensity sports. I've never quite thought of it that way. And my gosh, in some instances it's completely accurate! Without further ado, I am proud to introduce, CODY RAISIG.

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Vendors I Love: ANDREA FISCHMAN PHOTOGRAPHY

I met Andrea Fischman while performing weddings in Central Park. She's also attended a number of the 'Yoga for Wedding Pros' sessions that I do with folks in the industry. There's been lots of growth in Andrea's business in the last few years. It's super exciting to see her working with emerging photographers while keeping the integrity of her artistry strong. Andrea is a story teller. You certainly see it in the her editorial and advertising portfolios, but you definitely see it in the intimate moments with her wedding couples. It's been a pleasure to work with her first hand. So without further ado, I am pleased to introduce ANDREA FISCHMAN!

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Vendors I Love – MUSICIANS SERVICES

I've worked with Chris from Musicians Services on a number of Central Park weddings last year through A Central Park Wedding. He is friendly, kind and just a joy to work with for the intimate ceremonies in the park. And the care and skill certainly shine through - whether he's playing his violin solo or working with other talented violinists or cellists. Without further ado, I'd like to introduce you to CHRIS WILLIAMS!

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Vendors I Love - WANDERMORE PHOTOGRAPHY

I met Michelle Chriqui from Wandermore Photography at #theloveunion event at 501 Union a few weeks ago. We sat across from each other at the yummy lunch provided by Talde that day. We decided to grab some coffee up in Washington Heights this past week and share war stories. I really appreciated Michelle's passion when she spoke about her clients. Like me, she is largely self-taught and gosh, she's doing her homework! Wandermore is lead by Michelle and her business partner, Towfig Ahmed. Without further ado, I'd love to introduce Michelle Chriqui!

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Vendors I Love - NEW YORK WEDDING FILMS

I had the honor of working with Alex last Summer. It was my first out of town wedding, and the highlight video Alex and his editor created captured the true essence of the couple! Alex was even kind enough to offer me a copy of just the ceremony, so I have it for my potential couples. So generous and talented! Gosh, I love this community! Without further ado, I introduce Alex and New York Wedding Films!

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Bringing Yoga to Wedding Professionals

The folks at Gowanus Hospitality Group opened the doors of 501 Union this week for event professionals to meet, learn, co-work and be creative. They’re calling it Love Union. Each day started with a yoga or fitness class – and ended with some happy Happy Hour and workshop or movie. I was asked to lead a yoga class this morning and wanted to do something that mixed the Wedding Yoga and Zen Bride workshop that I offer my couples.

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Vendors I Love - RYAN BROWN CATERING

I've known Ryan for almost 3 years. Believe it or not, I used to work for him as a party chef. While I'm not in his kitchen any longer, I'm so glad that our paths continue to cross. The wedding industry is enormous and tiny at the same time. I constantly meet new folks, but the community of colleagues I'm surrounded by is very warm and supportive. There is so much I appreciate about Ryan and the way he works. He has interesting & diversified menus, a great aesthetic and a desire to use local, fresh ingredients. Without further ado, I'd like to introduce RYAN BROWN!

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Vendors I Love - ANDY MARS PHOTOGRAPHY

I am a lucky gal. Not only do I assist couples on creating ceremonies and getting ready for married life, I get to work with some amazing people in the wedding industry. There are some that I have the honor of working with once, and then there are some that I see on a regular basis. Andy Mars falls into the latter group and I couldn't be more pleased.

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