"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.

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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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Etsy Find: Unique Boutonnieres

Down to the last small detail, you have control of the shape and form your wedding takes. Why settle for a typical boutonniere when the groom, groomsmen, dads, ring bearer and other men in the wedding can

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Registering Right!

Registering for your wedding can often be overwhelming. Not only do you have to think of every room in your house, you have to think about it all at once. Bridal Guide offers an EXTREMELY

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Planning a Seated Dinner?

Planning a seated dinner for your wedding? A seated dinner can be quite lovely when done right! Keep it classy with these few tips: Place cards are extremely helpful for seated dinners. Put one at

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Aisle Runners: Do or Don’t?

There are few things about weddings that we do not like. Unfortunately a cheap aisle runner is one of them. Don’t get us wrong, they are gorgeous in pictures.  However, to get a picture like this, they

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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!