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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!
How to Write Your Own Wedding Vows
The expectation of writing memorable vows may scare some couples into abandoning the idea and going the “repeat after me” route. There is no need to get overwhelmed. You and your partner decided you want to write your own vows? Here are 6 tips to writing some meaningful vows to get you started.
Zen Weddings: ENVISION YOUR WEDDING DAY
When I meet with brides & grooms to talk about their wedding ceremony, I ask them to describe their wedding day. While it’s super helpful for me, it’s even more powerful for my couples. It truly allows them to create the full day they want.
Vendors I Love: EMPANADAMN
I met Brent a few years ago. While he’s a quiet guy, his music speaks volumes. He tends to really take in the room and play the PERFECT song, at the perfect time. I’ve seen it at fashion shows, in Zoom meetings, and when people just need to get on the dance floor and let loose! I am beyond thrilled to shine a little light on Brent Fierro of EMPANADAMN.
Wedding Yoga: BACHELORETTE PARTIES
If you’re more into crow pose than clubbing, how about a gathering with your gals for yoga and a cocktail party to follow? The new bachelorette party trend will leave you feeling refreshed, connected, and maybe even a little more flexible.
Vendors I Love: THREE NOTCH FLORALS
I met Cara Schmidt at a Tuesdays Together meeting in January 2018. In fact, it was the first meeting for both us. During the networking time before the program began, we each spoke about our businesses, and I already felt my community expanding. I immediately appreciated Cara’s journey and passion for flowers. Without further ado, I’d love to introduce you to Cara from THREE NOTCH FLORALS!
Zen Weddings: CREATE BOUNDARIES
Wedding planning is a period of heightened stress and potential overwhelm. Then you bring in desires, opinions and decision maker friends and family members and the stress level goes up. You want to have a Zen wedding? It actually all comes down to one single word: BOUNDARIES.
Opening the Heart Chakra in Couples Yoga
The heart chakra, or anahata, is one of the 7 chakras or energy centers that run up the central axis of the body. We practice heart openers in yoga as a gateway to our vulnerabilities. So grab a friend, your partner or your spouse and let’s get vulnerable together!
Vendors I Love: Nicki Fietzer of DE NUEVA PHOTOGRAPHY
I not only get to work with couples during a very special time of their lives, but have the opportunity to collaborate with some wonderful wedding professionals. Nicki is one amazing photographer. I am so excited to shine some well-deserved light on NICKI FIETZER of DE NUEVA PHOTOGRAPHY!
How to Officiate a Friend’s Wedding
While officiating a friend's ceremony is a special honor, it can also be overwhelming. Here are some tips to get you started. I regularly offer Ceremony Consultation for “friend or family officiants”. So, I can offer assistance whenever you may need it.
What is the ZEN BRIDE WORKSHOP?
Early in my pre-marital practice, one my brides shared some issues and emotions out of scope of the curriculum. I attempted to address her waves of emotions and conflicted thoughts around her change of identity with her fiancé present. However, I soon realized that it was not about him, and I needed to work with her individually. Welcome to THE ZEN BRIDE.
Vendors I Love: JAKUB REDZINIAK PHOTOGRAPHY
I’ve been working with Jakub on Central Park weddings since 2017. It's always such a pleasure to work with him as he comes with great ideas and a positive attitude! Without further ado, I'd love for you to meet, JAKUB REDZINIAK!
4 Mistakes Couples Make When Planning a Microwedding
In our current climate, most wedding couples are going small. But smaller doesn't necessarily mean it will be easier. Here are four common mistakes couples make when planning micro (or mini) weddings -- and how to avoid them.
Vendors I Love: Sarah from SMALL SHINDIGS
Weddings during COVID have forced us to think small. However, Sarah already catered to intimate events, and has such a vast amount of knowledge of the importance of the details. Without further ado, I am so excited to introduce you to Sarah Carroll of SMALL SHINDIGS!
Inside a Zoom Wedding
I thought that Zoom weddings would be super impersonal and administrative. However, I was pleasantly surprised just how simple yet meaningful they are. If you are planning a virtual wedding, or are just curious to know what’s like, I’m pulling back the curtain and taking you inside.
WEDDING YOGA: For You and Your Squad (part 1)
Doing yoga with friends allows for better connection, support, and keeps your ego in check. Just what you need prepare for your wedding day. I mean we want to be Zen brides and grooms, right?
Tips for Planning Micro-Weddings
So you want to get married during a pandemic? Great! #loveisnotcancelled! Many states are limiting the number of people who can gather for the health and safety of all involved. Micro-weddings are really the best of both worlds. Here are 6 things to consider as you plan a smaller scale celebration — without losing any of the magic of your special day.
Vendors I Love: BRITTANY WARD from MODERN REBEL
This year, I had the honor of working a few times with Brittany, as she really has become the queen of the virtual wedding! I appreciate her attention to detail and general care around each of the moving pieces. Without further ado, I’m excited to shine the spotlight on BRITTTANY WARD of MODERN REBEL!
Checklist for the Wedding Ceremony
A legal wedding ceremony in the United States is super simple. What makes it more exciting and unique are some elements that speak to your story and what matters to you and your partner. Here are some things that I talk through with each of my couples, as I prepare and draft their ceremony.
5 Ways to Bring Zen to Your Wedding: BEFORE THE CEREMONY
Weddings can be stressful. As a wedding officiant, I often find that couples get nervous about 30 minutes before the ceremony starts. Everything starts to feel very "real" for brides and grooms. Here are 5 things I recommend to ease your nerves before your ceremony.
WEDDING YOGA: Poses for the Solar Plexus
Solo wedding yoga sessions for the Bride or the Groom focus on the 3rd Chakra - our center of clarity, self-confidence & self-assurance. As the rite of passage of marriage brings up questions of identity, we will meditate and play with poses that focus on our solar plexus.