Wedding Planning Blog

I spoke and attended the Association of Bridal Consultants convention in November. I love attending seminars because they give me wonderful, creative ideas. Even better, it helps me recharge and get excited about my job.

This year, one of the luncheons was dedicated to finding balance as a wedding planner. Mary Dann, a wedding planner out of California, gave a wonderful presentation on the importance of positive thinking and also on living and enjoying life while maintaining a career.

The presentation made me think about many of my clients. They are not only planning a wedding, they are building houses, changing careers and negotiating the politics of joining two families together. Anyone of these activities would be stressful, but couples are actually combining these life-changing events.

Most of us are good multi-taskers and can handle the stress of the aforementioned tasks, but it is important that we take time to relax — enjoy the planning process and the engagement. Brides and grooms should never forget to take care of their relationships while taking care of seating arrangements. Find good, quality time to spend with one another and put the planning book away — at least for a couple of hours!