Brandi and Chris — April 3, 2010 (Photos by Jerome)

Julie and Pete — May 22, 2010 (Deanna Kaye Photography)

Anjum and Faezah – May 22, 2010 (Angela Anderson Photography)

Jamie and Emile — May 29, 2010 (Harper Smith Photography)

Emily and Bobby — June 12, 2010 (Melanie Mauer Photography)

Erin and Greg  — June 17, 2010 (Angela Anderson Photography)

Amanda and Jesse – July 3, 2010 (Jessica Campbell Photography)

Rachel and Josh — July 10, 2010 (The Time Photography)

Mallory and Andrew — Jul 10, 2010 (Nina Mullins Photography)

Sarah and Brian — August, 7 2010 (Nick Key Photography)

Anne Bennett and Austin — August 14, 2010 (Shaun Ring Photography)

Jade and Brett —  August 21, 2010 (still haven’t received formal pics from Sarah Lane Photography)

Kara and Bobby — September 25, 2010 (John Michael Photographer)

Jen and Eduardo — October 16, 2010 (no formal pics yet from Melanie Mauer Photography)

Brittney and Patrick — October 23, 2010 (too early from formals from Todd Nichols)

Tia and Sean — November 6, 2010 (way too soon for formals from Rickerson Photography)

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

Lantern Centerpieces

Our meeting was held at Spindletop Hall from 11am-3pm.  This was my first event to be held at Spindletop and all I can say is WOW!  Of course it is stunningly georgous, but their service is equally impressive.  I highly suggest you look into Spindletop Hall for your next corporate event, gala, or wedding.  And as usual Always Planned can be there to make sure your event is even more fabulous!

OK on to the details.  Our Speaker was Saundra Hadley, with Planning… Forever Events.  She is such an amazing lady bursting with personality and knowledge.  The topic of the meeting was How to Close The Deal – Sales Methods for the Wedding Industry.  We had approx. 40 people in attendance and everyone from planners, florists, caterers, hotels, venues and even bakeries.  Saundra did a fantastic job reaching points with everyone and showing how everything she touched on affects our business.  Everyone in the industry simply MUST hear what she has to say. 

We also had some wonderful event sponsors!  A special THANK YOU goes out to each of you.

• Spindletop Hall
• Connie Duglin Linens
• Martine’s Pastries
• The Time Photography
• IDo Signature Events
• Melanie Mauer Photography
• The Twisted Sifter
• Get Married!
• Bridal Fair
• Cumberland Weddings
• Saundra Hadley, Planning… Forever Events
• Lasting Impressions
• Always Planned

Also be sure to check out our photo gallery from the event.  All photos by The Time Photography.

Anne and Chris came to me a while ago.  I have loved getting to know them and seeing how special their relationship is.  Although Chris had little to do when it came to the design and details, it was obvious he just wanted to make Anne happy.  I just adore when a groom gets it. 

Anne is such a beautiful bride and it helped that all of her bridesmaids were just as beautiful.  The pictures are gorgous, the venue was great and the weather was absolutely perfect!

I will have the photo gallery up soon.  Until then here are a few pics for you. Taken by the fabulous Frank Becker/The Time Photography.