Dancing to a whole new level!

By now, I'm sure that most of you have seen the YouTube video of the wedding processional unlike any other. If you haven't, here's the link: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4-94JhLEiN0.

Choreographed first dances are nothing new. There was even a TV show about them. But this video takes the dance to a whole new level. It certainly reflects the couple's personality! Plus, in these cost-conscious times, it was something that didn't cost anything and yet added a huge WOW (not to mention world-wide attention).

What do you think? I'd love to hear from you!

Until next time, happy planning...

The Wedding Expert

Hi all!

I have some exciting news to share ... it's been in the works for a while, but now it's "official"! I have been selected to write the Wedding Column for www.newjerseynewsroom.com! When you get a chance, click to http://www.newjerseynewsroom.com/style/turning-that-dream-wedding-day-into-reality-in-a-down-economy and read my first article. I'd love to hear your comments!

Every month, I'm going to write one article and also answer any of your questions. So, feel free to email me with questions - you may see my response in my column. I hope you like the information and tips I'm providing in my column as much as I enjoy sharing my experiences with you!

Until next time, happy planning...

Invited to a wedding!

For the past couple of years now, Amanda Huckabee has been working with Bride Ideas as an assistant on the day of most of the weddings I've coordinated. Amanda has a great sense of humor and a wonderful demeanor when handling the inevitable little "incidents" that occur at a wedding - of which the bride and groom never are aware.

Pictured here are Kate Bergin (summer intern), me and Amanda.

I'm excited to announce that Amanda, starting in October, is going to be a Wedding Consultant for Bride Ideas. She will be taking on her own clients and handling their weddings, using me as a resource of course!

Why wait until October? Well... Amanda is getting married herself in August! So, I've been helping her with her wedding plans for the better part of a year and can't wait to celebrate with her. It's going to be very fun to be a guest at her wedding - I've been getting all excited about what I should wear to her black tie optional event! I guess that I've been planning so many wonderful celebrations for great couples, I needed to be reminded about the fun experience for everyone concerned.

So, take a moment, step out of the planning mode, and simply remember to feel the excitement that your upcoming wedding is generating among your family and friends!!

Until next time, happy planning...