I Thee Wed Up Close

One of the perks of being in this business as a planner is the opportunity that we're given to really get to know our clients. I worked with such a special family last season and felt privileged and honored to be their planner. I felt like "one of the family" with this bride's family. The closeness and openness they have with each other and the way they are enjoying life is so refreshing and inspiring. They possess a unique family closeness that I can only hope for with my family as my children grow older. Emily was so easy-going and appreciative when it came to planning her wedding, as well as with the particulars that her mom and dad expressed. Her groom Tom was equally as expressive. These two are so much in love and I had so much fun working with them! I love this pic of the girls kissing their mama! In case you're wondering what this is, they are "Rolling on the River"! Thanks to Michael Brown of Nina's Florist , the ballroom at Drees looked ...

For all you brides out there who love to run (or walk) here's an opportunity you may love to participate in. The Reading Bridal District is hosting the Runaway Bride 5K Race on May 16. Whether or not you are a runner or a walker, it could be a fun challenge to accomplish (with your groom and bridesmaids!) as you are getting in shape for your big day. There will be a free t-shirt and a delicious pancake breakfast by Vonderhaar's after the race. It should be lots of fun, and costumes are encouraged - there are even prizes for the best dressed bride, groom, bridesmaids and groomsmen! There will also be a Kids Fun Run - so you can bring your flower girl and ring bearer as well. You can download a registration form HERE , or stop by amo-ink to fill one out. Amy Owens of amo-ink is entered in a contest to see which RBD (Reading Bridal District) shop can recruit the most participants, so please indicate that Amy referred you on the form, or she can initial the form if you fill it out ...