The beach here seriously is amazing.  We plan to go back this fall.   If you are interested in a Sandals or Beaches honeymoon or vacation, give me a call at 859-619-1841.  We offer the best discounts and incentives as well as many perks most travel agents don’t bother with.

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I simply love this adorable favor idea, especially living in the South!!  And who doesn’t love pie?!

A fun take on the ice cream cart – Ice Cream Floats!  We have done several ice cream carts and smores bars over the past couple of years and this is a fun way to be a little different.  Love-it!

Ok- does it get much cuter than this?? Oh so cute and edible!  I am a firm believer in favors that are edible or actually usable.  A very fun and rustic favor idea.  Love-it!

All of that being said, when I learned that the Sandals and Beaches resorts (that I also adore and sell) was about to release Sandals Weddings by Martha Stewart my heart went all a flutter.  No joke, imagine this.  I was sitting in one of those lush board rooms at Sandals Dunn’s River and the screen I looking at just said “Sandals Wedding by Martha Stewart”.  OMG I almost jumped out of my seat!!  To imagine I could be a part of the Martha Stewart empire!

Well back to reality.  That was a couple of months ago and I am finally getting around to posting it on my blog.  This means you can call me today and we can discuss your very own Martha Stewart wedding at any Sandals and Beaches location! All you have to do is look at these amazing pictures to know that you would be honored to have Martha and Rayna plan your amazing Sandals or Beaches wedding!  Martha and Rayna… I like the sound of that!

Beautiful Beginnings – Complimentary with any 6 night or longer stay in a Concierge Catagory or higher.

Flutter Of Romance – investment begins at $1,500

Vision in White – investment begins at $2,500

Chic and Natural – Investment begins at $3,600

Island Paradise – Investment begins at $6,000

I met Kara exactly one year before her wedding day when Nicole (of Nicole and Byers 10/17/08) grabbed me by the hand and introduced me to Kara, who had just gotten engaged!  Working with Kara and Jeremy was such a delight! I loved meeting their wonderful families and all of the special details they added to their wedding.

It takes amazing vendors to pull off such an amazing wedding.  It was a pleasure to work with each one of these quality vendors!

• Church: St. Peter Church
• Reception Venue and Catering: Hillary J. Boone Center
• Wedding Planner: Always Planned
• Photographer: Frank Becker, The Time Photography
• Florist: Crist N. Creona Designs
• Cake: Martine’s
• Band: TTP Band
• Transportation: Gold Shield
• Linens, Rentals: Purdon’s

• Photographer: Rebecca Ruth Photography
• Venue: The Lexington Center – Bluegrass Ballroom
• Florist: Crist N. Creona Designs
• Caterer: The Hyatt
• Band: SwingStreet Band
• Wedding Planner: Always Planned
• Ceremony Music: Carolyn Dupont
• Videographer: Precious Moments
• Cake: Caramanda’s

This is the exact picture I envisioned when we put the monogram on the dance floor! Perfect!

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2009 Central KY Bridal Shows to see Always Planned.  (Stop by and check out our fabulous booth!)

• January 11, 2009 –  Bridal Potpourri Bridal Show, Embassy Suites Lexington, KY
• February 22, 2009 –  Cumulus Bridal Show, The Lexington Center Lexington, KY
• August 9, 2009 –  The Diamond Event; Sponsored by Always Planned, CastlePost Versailles KY

2009 WEDDINGS!

• February 7
• April 18
• May 16
• May 23
• July 25
• September 1
• October 17

Other 2009 Events!

• March 28-31  –  Chicago Bridal Market
• April 6,7,8 — Eventology Conference
• July 4  –  30th Birthday Celebration
• July 11  –  Annual Reunion Celebration
• October 31  –  Annual Halloween Costume Party
• November 6-9  –  Annual Hen Party Celebration

As you can see our calendar is full of exciting events, and we look forward to working with you on your next corporate event, celebration, reunion or the most fabulous wedding. Call today to schedule your free consultation!

After our fabulous morning and lunch at Panera we headed off to meet with a new caterer in town.  Shaun’s Custom Catering and Bibs BBQ put on a fantastic show for us as we arrived to a feast of shrimp cocktail, appetizers, pulled pork BBQ and even bread pudding.  I must admit, I am a huge BBQ fan so I thought this could be a difficult sale for the guys at Bibb’s – but WOW, they completely impressed us with their southern charm and delicious food.  We are definitely looking forward to working with these guys soon and trying more of their tastey dishes.   They have been added to our CRP (Cupcake Referral Program), meaning these guys get yummy cupcakes and added to our preferred vendor list.  Love-it!

Our day kept getting better and better.  The folks at the Hyatt never fail to impress us with their hospitality and yummy pasta bar!  They were next on our stop for their Holiday Open House.  We received a personal invitation from Amanda, who are we to say no to fabulous food and good company.  While there we were introduced to the Hyatt General Manager and even ran into some good friends you may recognize – Frank Becker with The Time Photography and Martine Holzman with Martines Pastries.  Forgot to mention that before heading to the Hyatt we stopped by Martine’s to pick up one of their amazing cakes for our AP Holiday Party.  The cake is one of their new Celebrations cakes available for order with a short notice.  While we were there, Martine mentioned they have some big plans coming soon.  All I will say is that AP LOVES CAKE!  So you can imagine how happy we are to hear more cake is in the future. 

Now on to the grand finale to our great day.  I invited Team AP (Always Planned) to our home to celebrate a wonderful year, great friendship and the many blessings we all have.  We had some wonderful food, great laughs, yummy cake and then opened some fun gifts.  I am a huge gift-giver and was so excited about some of the awesome finds I found for everyone.  In return, I also received some personal gifts and memories of a wonderful year.