February 29, 2016

It's Sadie Hawkins Day!

On February 29, Leah P Young and Joseph G Nadu Jr were united in matrimony.

February 28, 2016

On the 28th of February, BobbieSue H Krol and Scott D Patrick were united in marriage.

February 27, 2016

On the 27th of February, Julie Diane Creasap and Richard John Lesnansky were united in matrimony.

February 26, 2016

If you ceremony is taking place "on the beach" make sure your wedding guests know that by either making a notation on the bottom of the invitation or stating that information in a wedding newsletter or by word of mouth.  Just recently, I performed a ceremony on the beach, I was truly amazed how many ladies were wearing high heels when they got out of their cars and headed to the ceremony site.
It was very obvious by some of the comments that I heard, that a "beach ceremony" was a surprise to the wedding guests.  I also suggest providing some flip flops for your guests plus a walkway in the sandy area.

February 25, 2016

If you wedding has a specific theme or your ceremony location is a well known point of interest then consider using that item on your wedding stationery.

February 24, 2016

Question from a Bride and Groom . .

How do we avoid having a poor quality meal at our picnic wedding reception?

Response . .

I always suggest hiring a caterer that is in the "mid" price range because that caterer will
 make a genuine effort to impress you, the Bride and Groom, and your guests, and that turns into more business for the caterer.

February 23, 2016

Did you just get engaged?

What is one of the first things that couples do after their engagement is announced?

They search for a ceremony and/or reception venue.

What is one of the last things that couples do?

Purchase favors and gifts for their guests and/or bridal party and/or their parents.

February 22, 2016

Did you know that as many as 40 types of vendors or professional services can be used

 during the engagement, ceremony, reception and honeymoon process.

Do you need a ceremony officiant?

  Please consider contacting Simple Seaside Ceremonies in Venice, Florida.

February 21, 2016

Did you just get engaged?

Some people want wedding day photographs, some people are satisfied with a video BUT no matter what you choose make sure your select someone who is competent to take your video or photographs.
Ask for examples, ask for references before you sign on the dotted line.  I suggest talking or interviewing three different professionals so you can make a comparison.  I also strongly advise you to avoid paying for the complete package in advance of your wedding day . . a deposit of 50% when you sign the contract should be satisfactory, balance due upon completion of project.

February 20, 2016

On the 20th of February, Kelly and Paul Anderson celebrated their 40th Wedding Anniversary by renewing their wedding vows.

February 19, 2016

Amy J Neuin and Richard L Goss Jr were united in matimony on the 19th of February.

February 18, 2016

Question from a couple recently, "Can we be engaged without an engagement ring?"

Response:  When you are asked, "Will you marry me?" and you answer, "Yes,"
then you are engaged.  That is a proposal.  And a proposal does not require a diamond ring or any other type of ring.

February 17, 2016

Did you just get engaged?

Almost 45% of all the newly engaged couples start planning their wedding within

 the first thirty days of their engagement.

 And what is the first item that most couples discuss? 

Their ceremony and/or reception venue.

I know of a couple who visited over twenty venues and they still didn't find their "perfect" location.

February 16, 2016

On the 16th day of February, Chris A Weaver and Robert H Mack were united in matrimony.

February 15, 2016

Did you just get engaged?

Did you know that almost 15% of  engaged couples in the US have a destination wedding?  About 12% of those couples travel to "someplace else" within the US, the other 3% travel to an international location (the Caribbean or Europe).

February 14, 2016

On Valentine's Day, February 14 . . 

Colleen M Nash and Daniel Levitan said, "We Do"

and

Aimee T LePri and Paul C Katherman Jr, said "We Do"

February 12, 2016

Did you just get engaged?

Two people get married and two people should plan the wedding (of course, there's exceptions).

What's the budget?  What's the level of formality?  What season of the year do you want to get married in?  Do we want a small, family wedding OR an extravaganza?

Are we thinking  "hometown" wedding or going far, far away to say, "I Do".

February 11, 2016

Are you dreaming of a romantic Valentine Day's weekend?

Would you like to renew your wedding vows or get married?

Please consider Simple Seaside Ceremonies in Venice, FL as your ceremony officiant.

February 10, 2016

On the 10th of February, Karen McGee and James Seldomridge were united in matimony.

February 9, 2016

Did you just get engaged?

Thinking about getting married "someplace else"?

The most popular location in the US to get married is Las Vegas.

  And why is Las Vegas so popular? 

 Because the city makes it very easy to get a Marriage License

 plus there's a huge choice of ceremony locations and venues.

February 8, 2016

On the 8th of February, Lori Ann Reisinger and Scott W Clouser were united in matrimony.

February 7, 2016

Did you just get engaged?

Are you planning a wedding?

If you wish to save some money, consider having your wedding on a Friday evening or on a Sunday afternoon in the winter months of January, February (except Valentine's Day weekend) and March.

And, if you want to save even more money consider having your wedding on a Saturday morning followed by breakfast.  Breakfast is the least expensive full meal that you can serve to your guests.
The only alcoholic beverage served during a wedding breakfast is a glass of bubbly for the toast to the newlyweds.  And many times a three-tiered wedding cake is either eliminated or reduced in size during a wedding breakfast.

February 6, 2016

Did you just get engaged?

Are you dreaming of a Valentine's Day weekend wedding?

Valentine's Day weekend is February 12 - 13 - 14 - 15

Please consider using Simple Seaside Ceremonies in Venice, FL as your officiant.

February 5, 2016

Did you just get engaged?

In 2015, the most popular wedding dates occurred in the months of

June, July, August, September and October.

If you wish to get married in one of those months in 2016 then you should start

shopping for a venue and vendors NOW.

February 4, 2016

Did you just get engaged?

In 2015, the second Saturday in October was the most popular day for weddings throughout the USA.  So, if you have a specific date or a specific venue in mind then you need to start planning your wedding now.  You should also have an alternative date or venue if your # 1 choice is not available.

February 3, 2016

Did you just get engaged?

Start with ideas, pictures and examples.

Need a wedding ceremony officiant?

Please consider contact Simple Seaside Ceremonies, Venice, FL

February 2, 2016

Did you just get engaged?

Are you dreaming of a barefoot on the beach wedding ceremony?

Do you need a wedding ceremony officiant?

Please consider using Simple Seaside Ceremonies in Venice, FL as your officiant.

February 1, 2016

Did you just get engaged?

Did you know that about 75% of the weddings occur in the summer and fall?  So, if you are planning a medium to large size wedding in 2016, I suggest that you start shopping for your vendors, professional services and venues now.

And if you need a ceremony officiant, please consider Simple Seaside Ceremonies in Venice, FL