And Baby It's Youuuuu....

There aren't many times in life where you can make an event all about you. Lets see...Graduation...the Baby Shower...Funeral? Truth is the opportunities are very limited where its truly about YOU. This may be more prevalent if you're anything like me who constantly puts everything before herself. This can definitely be a hard pill to swallow. Whenever I asked my infamous, "what do you think about this" the answer remained the same - "do whatever you want, It's Your Wedding!"

It sounds like a dream right? Do what you want, girlllllll - get Beyoncé to sing on that first dance! (too far?) and with the options seeming unlimited, the planning process began as a nightmare! A wedding involves so many people that you love and care about. You want them all to be there and to celebrate this union. But everyone is in different stages of life - everyone counts their coin differently, sees life from different binoculars and deems certain things important. 

Will they see my vision? Will I meet their expectations? It was at that moment a light bulb switched on and the answer became simple. 

Be true to you and those that are true to you will make it happen. Period.

Trust that everyone you've included in your wedding is there to make your day the best that it can possibly be. This goes from the guest list to the vendors to the bridal party. At the end of the day this is a celebration of something that some people go their whole lives without truly experiencing - unconditional love. And that's definitely a great vibe to have on your wedding day.

Every vendor that was selected reflected us as a couple. Professional, but laid back. A contemporary main course sprinkled with vintage garnishing and side dishes. Finally, they top it off with a scoop of fun. Some of the vendors pointed us in a direction when we had no idea which way to go. And if you choose the right vendor, they will never convince you to go outside of your price range. They will get you the most bang for your buck and offer alternatives you never thought you wanted. 

So, enjoy this time to be the center of attention - after all you are paying for it! (Channeling my inner 2Chainz - TRUUUUU). Seriously - relationships are hard work, and it truly is an accomplishment to become a husband or wife. Make this wedding a reflection of you, enjoy the planning process , and you'll have no regrets come wedding day. 

Till next time...

| Shari & Donovan 10.3.15 |