"Love does not consist of gazing at each other,
but in looking outward together
in the same direction."

~ Antoine de Saint-Exupéry

Photo by Alea Moore Photography

Love Notes

Bright ideas, wisdom and musings about weddings,
celebrations, ceremonies and life in general, from
Daria's 17 years of planning, coordinating and officiating.

Please Call Anyone But The Bride

Lost? Confused? Need An Adult You Can Trust? Please call anyone but the bride on the wedding day! Why? Because she’s busy! Okay, how stinking smart is this printed card? To avoid being called with

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Comedy Break: The Beer Can Cake

Pinterest Idea: Classic, Cliché, or Just Plain Crazy? Introducing a new blog category for us! We are all obsessed with Pinterest. Our clients have mostly gone Pinterest crazy, and we cannot say we blame them.

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All About Wedding Gifts

Often times, you are asked to multiple showers for the same couple. Should you bring a gift to all of them? YES. You don’t have to give super expensive gifts each time, but it is

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Time Is Of The Essence

Let’s say your wedding invitation says the ceremony starts at 5:00 pm. What time do you think it is appropriate for the ceremony to start? The answer is 5:00 pm. However, be prepared for guests

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A Save-The-Date Must

Sending a save-the-date is not a requirement. While we suggest it so that your guests are given a heads-up and you will be better able to plan, it is not against the rules of etiquette

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A Sweet and Fun Ceremony Reading

At a wedding a month or so ago, a Circle of Love Weddings couple chose the cutest reading for their ceremony! It is an excerpt from a children’s book that I’ve never read before, but

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Wedding Expenses: Who Pays For What?

Inquiring minds want to know… what is the traditional breakdown of wedding expenses? Many families are searching for a way to equitably divide the costs. To help out, here is a general list of wedding

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Breakfast For Two (Hundred)

Who said that weddings have to be in the evening? How cute is this idea? A wedding reception brunch!  Instead of the typical wedding and a dinner reception, how about a morning wedding followed by a cereal

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I Love...

My husband

How lucky am I to have found the love of my life?

Animals

My husband and I speak to every pup we pass on the street. Every single one.

Food

What else brings people together so well?

Language

Forever an English major at heart

Travel

New places and cultures thrill me

My family

We’re always there for each other

Reading

My escape and my relaxation

Gardening

The cycle of life through the seasons never ceases to amaze me

The beach

The sea recharges my spirit

Music

Songs and lyrics are integral to my life

Weddings

For real…always have, always will!