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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!
Vendors I Love: METROPOLITAN PLAYERS
I met Erin in my local Tuesday’s Together group and share her sentiment about weddings being so special. This is a time where a specific group gathers to support a couple - and that needs to be honored and celebrated! Music has the power to do that! Without further ado, I am excited to shine a light on ERIN COLES of THE METROPOLITAN PLAYERS!
Zen Weddings: Limiting Opinions
Planning a wedding can be both exciting and overwhelming. It will also teach you many important lessons - how to host a major event, who in your life has your back, and the need to limit opinions. The second you share that you’re engaged, there’s a good chance friends and family will offer their thoughts, whether you want to hear it or not.
Gratituesday 3.16.21 - Ready for Spring!
After a LONG year, we’ve also had a tough winter. I can finally feel a change in the air, but gosh, I am ready for Spring! There is a sense of possibility and hope at the end of Winter. However after the dumpster fire that was 2020, I think we can all use some hope and possibly, don’t you?
Guest Post: Prenups Made Easier with Mediation
When we think of two people coming together to become one, our initial images may be poetic. However when you look at the logistics of HOW to do it, things may get a bit more complicated. Enter Alnoor and Ehsan from Venn Meditation.
Gratituesday 3.9.21 - Long Day Gratitudes
I am in the middle of a long day. I should have been more mindful about my energy level and my calendar, and my desire to say ‘yes.’ So, my brain is not functioning at its optimal capacity. I don’t have wise words to share this week, but I DO have my Weekly Lists. So here they are. Care to join me?
Wedding Yoga: Partner Yoga on Your Wedding Day
Imagine the morning of your wedding. There may be butterflies in your belly based on the excitment or stress of the day ahead. So you grab your partner, and jump on your yoga mats. After an hour of breathing deeply, and moving with intention, you give each other a kiss and say farewell as you start getting ready. How cool is that?
Vendors I Love: KATE ALISON PHOTOGRAPHY
Kate is all about support and inclusivity in our community. It’s that sense of care and encouragement that ground her photography. Well, that and an eye for vibrant color, amazing creativity and genuine emotions. I am thrilled to shine some well deserved light onto Kate Bancroft-Wells of KATE ALISON PHOTOGRAPHY!
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.
Gratituesday 2.23.21 - Just Vent, Just Listen
This afternoon I had another no-show for an intro call with a colleague. So I called my mother because I just needed to vent. I am really trying to complain less, however we need to let our disappointments go. So it’s nice from time to time, to just share without an expectation of solving any problems. Just vent and let it go.
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.
Gratituesday 2.16.21 - Call to Action
So, there’s a feral cat that’s been hanging in the courtyard behind my apartment building for the last few days SCREAMING! I’m not clear if it’s claiming its territory or calling for help. It’s a clear call to action. I just have no idea what the action should be.
Guest Post: Consulting a Divorce Coach
I viscerally remember the moment I found out my husband was having an affair. I remember doubling over from the shock of it. And I remember shakily calling my parents and sharing the heartbreaking news with them: I had no idea how, but I was going to have to get a divorce.
Let’s Celebrate VALENTINE’S DAY
Whether or not the idea of Valentine's Day makes you giddy or groan, here are some fun things to do to celebrate with your mate, your friends or even to do something special for you - even during a pandemic!
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!
Wedding Ceremony: BLESSINGS and WISHES
Incorporating blessings or wishes into your wedding is a great way to personalize the ceremony and involve your friends and family. Here are some ways to include them in the ceremony or at the reception.
Gratituesday 1.26.21 - Normalcy & Forgiveness
When the world started shutting down last March, there was a pause in a sense of normalcy. In November, I realized that I still needed to I update my driver’s license, however I could not get an appointment until today. Since I was headed down to the Penn Station area, I planned a day. A bit of normalcy.
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.
Gratituesday 1.19.21 - A New Day
I really hate how divided we are, and I truly do not understand how anyone could have supported the current President. However, with the changing of the guard, I am optimistic. With Kamala Harris, we have lots of firsts. First woman, first Black and first South Asian VP. It does feel like a new day dawning.