A Wedding in Miami Beach

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This was one of the nicest weddings we ever did! 

Curtis, a firefighter and Heather, a student- decided that there would be no better place to have a very intimate moment in their lives than Miami Beach.

They were very sure of the what they wanted and how! Intimate, only them, barefoot, the view of the water, and between palm trees blowing in the wind.

While they were in their state, we handled the acquiring of the marriage license; so they just came to South Florida and enjoyed their stay. We offer this convenience to all our clients- talk about relieving stress.

I picked them up from their hotel to take them to the very beautiful and breathtaking spots- Pelican Harbor.

When she saw how beautifully the palm trees swayed and Curtis' smile- you can see how happy she was. This is a beautiful couple and it shows.

I love that her wedding dress was so simple and yet elegant at the same time. It flows gently in the breeze; capturing every wind breeze.

Standing on the rocks overlooking the beautiful Biscayne Bay- but you can feel the love between them. Powerful stuff!

We then drove them to the beach- where thankfully, the beach goers were going, and were able to capture some awesome shots. The coloring of the lifeguard house added the right touch of POP- keeping Curtis and Heather the focal point of the picture.

I so loved how she had complete trust- that he would not let his beautiful bride fall. The kiss to a happy beginnings.

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Coordinator: Infinity Weddings & Events, LLC.

Venue: Pelican Harbor

Photographer: No Ordinary Love

 Check out more beautiful pictures at:

http://no-ordinarylove.com/galleries/heather-and-curtis/#pp[297]/14/

FUN FACT: The wedding cake has its origins as a fertility symbol in Roman antiquity when a cake, rather than being eaten, was broken over the bride’s head. The idea developed over the centuries into a series of several cakes placed on top of one another.
Sincerely,
Rev. Monica Wetherington-Lugo
C.W.P & Notary for the State of Florida
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Island DestinationWedding

We are always doing weddings... something about love and the promise to be with that person- to love, respect, trust and take care of. This is the wedding of Monsell and Katia!

photo by Michael Marko Photography-

Well for Monsell and Katia- this had a deeper meaning. They are both in the Military and serving our country. Monsell was away in the war and she was at home- keeping the watch for him here. They were doing so much- buying a home, taking care of their family and country, that we never really got to talk. What dilemna! But never fear we do this all the time.

Since we do many out state couples, it is very common to use other means of communications- such as texts, email and Skype. But in this case we did it the old fashion way- through momma and sister.
Well mom is also in the military- so really sister was the life link to them. It is absolutely awesome when everyone is on board for your marriage!

Sisters-Photo by Michael Marko Photography

After all was said and done I thought that they were never going to walk down the aisle! But boy did they do it in style!

She, being a Sagittarius- adventurous and avant garde- had her wedding dress designed to fit her personality. It was a perfect design -fit to her personality and taste and she ROCKED IT! She had the front shortened to give her length, but still kept the fullness and airy feel of the dress. The bodice was a rue-shing design with a beading applique- gave it a fun and fabulous flair!

Bride and her son- Photo by Michael Marko Photography

The family opted to symbolize this marriage with a Sand Ceremony. Each color represents them as an individual.

 The wedding party's colors were black, gold, turquoise and ivory. Each bride's maids had a black tea length dress but with a different cut. The flower girl maintained the neutral color

Matching the dapper groom's men!

The once down the aisle and holding each other hands- the sun streams in as the officiant, Lowell Gannon, performs the ceremony!

Once they kissed- shhh- you can't see. We are off to the party

 So we leave the island on the skipper off to the marina to eat, drink , dance and be married!

Mario Lopez and Courtney Mazza get married!

Well as the title say Mario Lopez and long time fiance, the beautiful Courtney Mazza get married. ABOUT TIME!
They got married in an absolutely beautiful Mexican oceanside near Punta Mita with Girls Gone Wild, founder Joe Francis, lending them his 30 million dollar mansion for the wedding.
The ceremony was held under an all white, ornate, constructed gazebo and the accent colors were a beautiful blush pink. (I see Courtney all over this).
There was also a Mariachi band!
Catholic style wedding with priest, rosary and all.

Lopez' nuptials with Mazza are slated to air on TLC network on December 8.

PROPOSAL:
New Year's 2012
The television star, 39, popped the question over New Year's weekend last year in Ixtapa, Mexico.
'We took a walk alone as the sun was setting,' he told UsWeekly after the proposal.
'I told Courtney that I wanted the mother of my children to have their last name. She was silent at first from shock, then she leaped for joy and did a little jete!'
She added: 'Besides our daughter's birth, this was the best moment of my life!' 

COURTNEY:
Beautiful lace Catherdral length veil- mantilla
Gown- Lace mermaid style Ines Di Santo
Second gown for the reception- so totally appropriate- especially since she looked gorgeous in it.
 
 The Reception is uber elegant and lux. With crystals wrapped around the table and acrylic seating with monogrammed initials, chivarei chairs covered in lace backing and uber lux benches- the view is stunning. A girl's dream wedding come true.




You also have to check out their dance floor. I always love the LED lighting dance floor- does it not scream to dance all night!! Lights up the night- especially since this was an outside event!
 




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How to stay cool in a beach wedding

So up north the weather has dropped a few degrees and South Florida begins to call all of you to come on down and thaw out.

And while our average temperature is 85 degrees Fahrenheit, feeling so much better than the 31 degrees up north- the heat on the beach can still cause some discomfort. So here is a list of ways that we read from our colleagues to help keep your self and your guests cool while they wait for your arrival down the aisle.

• Just think it's the coldest day of the year, your body will in few minutes accept the solution, hopefully, and you will need an extra jacket!" 
• Bring a change of shirt should the one you are wearing get a bit sweaty. 
• Sprays anti-perspirant on your feet, back and chest. This prevents you from sweating as much as you usually would and helps keep you much drier than normal.  This is for the men!
• A black shirt, although not good for being out in the sun, helps a great deal in hiding wet spots when sweating. 
• I also bring a small cooler with several re-freezable ice packs and several bottles of water.
  This is small enough (size of a lunchbox) that I can carry it around with my camera bag if needed. 
• I have had brides be very appreciative if I have a cold bottle of water ready for them. 
• I also do not wear a jacket unless the venue calls for it, but by then we are inside with air conditioning.  
• Start out from home well hydrated
• Carry water and drink it! It doesn't have to be cold, you just need the wet to replace what you lose. 
• Pace yourself and don't over-exert.
• Eat lightly when you eat.
• Of course a fan- but there are battery operated fan that even allow some cool water to come out 
• Umbrella- instant shade!
• Freeze fruits before you go and bring them with you- grapes, oranges and apples- of course watermelon! 
• Wear natural fibers- cotton and linen are popular in the tropics for a reason.
• And if you are feeling too hot- walk and place your feet in the cool water.

Stay cool here is South Florida and enjoy

Questions to ask when selecting your venue

Photography by Maloman Photography- At the W Hotel, Miami Beach- by Infinity Weddings & Events, LLC.

This is a questionnaire and observation list that I offer my clients when shopping for a venue for their wedding reception.
While it encompasses the majority of questions and observations that should help you in selecting the right venue, it does not encompass all. Each venue is different and if you have some suggestions, by all means please add them. But here is the list of ASK and OBSERVE.
ASK- To see the actual room where the reception will be held.
ASK- The time frames of set-up, serving, and take down.
OBSERVE- How to get to the room- stairs, elevator, first floor.
ASK- Their menu selection and pricing.
ASK- Styles of service- Buffet, Stations, White glove service etc.
OBSERVE- Style and positioning of tables, chairs, electrical outlets.
ASK- If the wedding cake is included- if not, is there a cutting fee.
ASK- If the room has to get changed- what are the other options and back up plans?
OBSERVE- The distance from ceremony to reception.
ASK- What do they provide? What is included? Chairs, table (square- round etc.), Linens etc.
ASK- How many servers and bartenders will be available guest.
OBSERVE- How many rooms they have available.
ASK- If their are more rooms- will your reception be the only reception that day?
ASK- Are there any music restrictions?
ASK- Are there any outside vendor restrictions?
OBSERVE- Is there ample parking?
ASK- Are there any decor restrictions? Draping, special lightning allowed, etc.
ASK- About price and payments- taxes and gratuity.
ASK- Are there any other items you need to know about?

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Make sure you print this out and that you have a pen handy to write down the response.
Also make sure you go bit by bit- because in this exciting time- you begin to get side track and start to talk about everything else but the venue. It happens, but as a wedding planner I want to make sure we stay on track and have a spectacular wedding- without any unpleasant surprises!

Have a happy and wonderful time planning.

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Most Expensive Weddings!

The most expensive weddings with an adjustment for inflation.  

Photography by Maloman Photographers

Counting from 12 down. Do you know which couple had the most expensive wedding?

#12 Catherine Zeta-Jones and Michael Douglas

The bill was $1.5 million in 2005, or $1.6 million when adjusted for inflation. The bride was a movie star known for Zorro, America Sweethearts and Entrapment
The groom was a movie star known for Wall Street (pictured) and producer known for One Flew Over The Cuckoo's Nest
The wedding, right out of a spy film, featured invitations written invisible ink and holograms -- sent to guests including Sean Connery, Jack Nicholson, and Michael Caine. The ceremony at New York's Plaza Hotel was guarded by over 50 rent-a-cops. The bride's diamond tiara cost $300,000 and her Christian Lacroix gown cost $140,000.
Source: Romancestruck.com and Forbes

#11 Tom Cruise and Katie Holmes

The bill was $2 million in 2006, or $2.2 million when adjusted for inflation. The bride was an actress known for Dawson's Creek and Batman Begins
The groom was a movie star known for Top Gun, Jerry Maguire and Mission Impossible
The wedding at the 15th century Odescalchi Castle outside Rome featured a five-tiered white chocolate cake decorated with marzipan roses. Cruise actually performed "You've Got That Loving Feeling." They were joined by Will Smith, Jennifer Lopez, David Beckham, and others. Costs included $900,000 for guest airfare and accommodations and $180,000 for 300 bottles of wine.

#10 Christina Aguilera and Jordan Bratman

The bill was $2 million in 2005, or $2.2 million when adjusted for inflation. The bride was a pop star
The groom was a music producer
The wedding featured 150 guests including Sharon Stone at the Napa Valley's Staglin Family Vineyard. Christina paid $80,000 for a Spanish-style Christian Lacroix gown. Decorations included a winter-themed tent with white roses, silver and crystals.

#9 Elizabeth Hurley and Arun Nayar

The bill was $2.5 million in 2007, or $2.6 million when adjusted for inflation. The Bride: Supermodel and movie star
The Groom: Senior VP of Tyco
The Nupitals: A double ceremony over eight days kicked off at Suderly Castle in Gloucestershire and then moved to Umaid Bhawan Palace in Jodhpur. They paid $300,000 for private jets and over $100,000 for accommodations, including the $10,000-a-night bridal suite in India.

#8 Paul McCartney and Heather Mills

The bill was $3 million in 2002, or $3.6 million when adjusted for inflation. The bride was a PETA activist and former model
The groom was the most successful songwriter in history
The wedding was an Indian-themed wedding at St. Salvador's church in Monaghan, Ireland, featuring Indian dancers, a vegetarian feast, $145,000 worth of flowers, and $150,000 fireworks. Paul, George, and Ringo played a new song, "Heather." The party took place at a rented castle ($40,000)

#7 Elizabeth Taylor and Larry Fortensky

The bill was $2.5 million in 1991, or $4 million when adjusted for inflation. The bride was an iconic movie star
The groom was a construction worker
The wedding was a notorious event featuring Michael Jackson as father of the bride at his Neverland Ranch. Liza Minnelli, Eddie Murphy, and Nancy Reagan (!) were in attendance. The marriage lasted an impressive five years.

#6 Liza Minnelli and David Gest

The bill was $3.5 million in 2002, or $4.2 million when adjusted for inflation. The bride was a Broadway star and the daughter of Judy Garland
The groom was a music producer
The wedding  featured best man Michael Jackson and maid of honor Elizabeth Taylor, perhaps the biggest celebrity wedding ever. Entertainment included a 60-piece orchestra, Tony Bennett, Stevie Wonder, and Natalie Cole. The couple spent an estimated $700,000 on flowers and $40,000 on cake.

#5 Chelsea Clinton and Marc Mezvinsky

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The bill was around $5 million in 2010. The bride was the daughter of President Bill Clinton
The groom was an investment banker (Goldman Sachs and then G3) and childhood friend
The wedding costs included $600,000 air-conditioned tents, a $11,000 cake, Vera Wang wedding gown, and the attendance of Oprah. The rest went to delux pamper and security costs for 500 guests.

#4 Wayne Rooney and Coleen McLoughlin

The bill was $8 million in 2008. The bride was a working-class British girl who started dating Rooney at age 16, reportedly going to see Austin Powers 2 on their first date.
The groom was perhaps the highest paid footballer ever.
The wedding featured a chartered flight for 65 Brits to fly to Genoa for a masked ball on a $120-million yacht. Guests divided several days between the expensive yacht and a five-star hotel. The wedding took place at a 17th century villa and reception at a medieval abbey high above Portofino.

#3 Prince William and Kate Middleton

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The bill will be an estimated $34 million, most of it going to security. The bride is a 29-year-old commoner who has become a worldwide celebrity.
The groom is the oldest son of Prince Charles and the second in line to the throne of England.
The wedding will feature $800,000 in flowers, a $80,000 wedding cake, countless royals and nobles and a global TV audience in the hundreds of millions.

#2 Vanisha Mittal and Amit Bhatia

The bill was $60 million in 2005, or $66 million when adjusted for inflation. The bride was the beautiful daughter of billionaire steel-magnate Lakshmi Mittal.
The groom was a London-born i-banker, owner of Swordfish Investments.
The wedding featured invitations mailed in silver boxes, including plane tickets and rooms at a five-star Paris hotel. Five-day festivities at a 16th-century chateau and Versailles and a temporary wooden castle. Performances by Kylie Minogue, complementary Mouton Rothschild, and designer gift bags filled with jewels.

#1 Prince Charles and Lady Diana

The bill was $48 million in 1981, or $110 million when adjusted for inflation. The bride was a stunning blonde pre-school teacher, who immediately became a global icon.
The groom was the oldest son of Queen Elizabeth II.
The wedding at St Paul's Cathedral was attended by dozens of royals; two million spectators; and a global TV audience of 750 million. Diana wore a puff ball meringue wedding dress with a 25-foot train of ivory taffeta and antique lace. The 27 wedding cakes and five-foot-tall main cake supposedly took 14 weeks to prepare, with a duplicate cake made in case of accidents.

Read more: http://www.businessinsider.com/most-expensive-weddings-2010-7?op=1#ixzz20KREI9Yz

How can you improve your relationship

In this link- they picked three expert answers to improving your relationship. I picked my favorite answer but you can read the article yourself.

Lisa Oz answered:

Well, I do not think a long, in-depth self-therapy session is practical with every interaction, but there are a few key insights that are broadly applicable. To start is the idea of genuine presence. One of my favorite quotes is, "Wherever you go, there you are" from the movie Buckaroo Banzai. It has that delicious quality of being totally silly and shockingly profound at the same time. Realizing this fact, and living it, is probably the most important thing we can do to improve our relationships. Far too often, although we are physically with a person, our mind is somewhere else. Whether we are on the phone, listening to the radio, watching TV, or just caught up in our own thoughts, when we are not present in the moment - with the people next to us - we cheat ourselves and them of an pportunity to make a real connection.
Another important lesson is the necessity of practicing self-awareness, especially during conflict. The next time you find yourself in an argument, ask yourself what you really want and how your behavior is helping to meet those needs. The answer might not come to you during the heat of passion, but at some point, before you make yourself and someone else miserable, take a moment to create a safe place where you can be really honest with yourself. Once you have a clue about why you are choosing certain actions, see what changes you can implement to achieve your goals, regardless of what the other person is doing. Remember, it is all really about you.

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