My Wedding Plans

When you read a good book, find a great recipe or spot the 'must have' shoes, it's so fun to share your discoveries with your friends. I wish I could do this for a living! There are so many wonderful things out there and seeking them out is half the fun. As I get ready for my September wedding, I've been on the hunt for some special goodies...for my reception, my home, my fiance, my guests and myself. Some of my favorites (so far) are here. Enjoy!

My dress for my wedding is beautiful. I feel like Cinderella when I go into Luly Yang Couture where I found it. Luly is one of the most talented designers I have ever met. On top of being beautiful and talented, she runs an amazing show and never slows down. Rebecca and the rest of Luly's team is top notch. They could rent themselves out and provide women a daily dose of 'Wow! You are so beautiful!'. It's hard to have a bad day after a stop at Luly's.

My photographer is Janet Klinger. Her photography is spectacular and I'm thrilled that she will be there to capture our special day.

Carly and Carah at Little q Designs are two of my favorite women. They are warm, professional, friendly and produce invitations and stationary items that are simply stunning.

My fiance is planning our honeymoon and the location is a complete surprise to me! I truly him implicitly (he has very good taste!) and know what he has planned will be nothing less than spectacular. I'm relying on my sister (the only other person who knows the honeymoon plans) to advise me on what to bring. Shopping blindfolded is a bit tricky, but I found this dress that I think i will definitely be able to bring on the honeymoon.

Heidi Merrick's traveling dress.

I'm ready to head to the airport now!

I am considering using small mint julep cups as part of the decor. You can do so much with them - insert a nice candle, engrave them, use them at each place setting with a beautiful flower... Some other things I like are below. Ahhhhh, decisions, decisions...

William Sonoma Cookies!

beautiful & delicious.

I LOVE Wonderful Graffiti. Their monograms and removable vinyl lettering are so lovely and add a personalized touch to any wedding or event. I have wonderful graffiti in my home and recommend it to all of my bridal couples. Wouldn't a small monogram be cute on each hotel room door?

113 days til the big day so I'll keep you posted!

The Power of Nice

One of my favorite old ratty T-shirts that I am caught in often says "Kindness can change the world." Besides the fact that it is incredibly soft after dozens of cycles through the laundry, I love what it says. I believe what it says.

When I found this book and website recently I was intrigued. The Power of Nice. Just the words make me smile. This is fascinating stuff and I can't wait to dig in. Thanks to my Mom, I've been practicing this for as long as I can remember. "The Golden Rule" is what we called it way back then. How refreshing to have this gracing the pages of the Wall Street Journal and getting air time on The Martha Stewart show. Even "The Donald" chimed in with a review - so you know it's gotta be good! (Maybe he should send a copy to Rosie?)

"For my money, I would always rather make a deal with people I like who treat me well. If you want to discover the surprising power of nice, read this book. Memorize it. Use it. You'll be glad you did." — Donald Trump

Word Hard and Be Nice. You may be amazed at the outcome.

Visit them: http://www.thepowerofnice.com/