Just Keep Calm

Keep Calm & Carry On bandages- precious!!
Available from A&G Merch
Found on Weddings Fresh

Love, love the "Keep Calm and Carry On" message!

Ever since I found the water bottle from Paper Source, I have seen the "Keep Calm and Carry On" message in many places. On Being Erica (one of my favorite shows that I recommend checking out), Erica has a "Keep Calm and Carry On" framed print in her bathroom. Quite perfect really. A nice reminder as you primp for your day.

Then I came across these darling "Keep Calm and Carry On" bandages featured on Weddings Fresh. The possibilities are huge here! Tuck a few in the Wedding Day Emergency Kit (whether you make your own or buy one, no Bride should be without one!!) just in case. Make sure plenty are available in your bathroom amenity baskets. Add them to your out-of-town gifts bags. Gift a few, along with some other goodies, to your youngest guests. If anyone needs to use one of these cuties, they are guaranteed to smile & carry on with the celebrating.

Are you a Mom? You may be able to stop your kid's tears with those bright colors & fun message!

Have you seen the "Keep Calm and Carry On" message somewhere? It seems to be popular. Maybe it's because we need this message so much these days!

Bright, Sunshiney Day

Such a fun, vibrant message from Erin After After
If you've never checked out this blog, I highly recommend it

Today is truly a bright, sunshiney day in Hoboken. The truth is I would be smiling big & loving life even if the sunshine was hidden by clouds today. I am so, so excited because we are signing the contract for our wedding reception venue this evening. Yeah!

As you well know, it's been a long time coming for us to finalize our reception venue. The hunt started in March & I fully expected to wrap it up within a few weeks. Ha! Let's face it, we had a tough decision between the Chart House, W Hoboken & Hyatt Regency Jersey City. Then there was the unforeseen obstacle that our chosen location had our wedding date on hold for another party. Finally, it took longer to get from Point A of yes, we want to book this place to Point B of yes, we're ready to sign the contract. It's been a long journey but I truly believe that it worked out just perfectly. I wouldn't change a moment.

I am going to be one happy Bride-to-be at 7pm this evening when we sign the contract & make this official! I can't wait to share the details with you. Until then, Happy Weekend~

Just Carry On

Awesome message from Paper Source

"Keep Calm and Carry On"

Since I started this week with a quote, I decided to end with an inspirational quote. It was a pure stroke of luck when I stumbled upon this gem from my beloved Paper Source. How perfect! I need the water bottle ASAP.

There are countless instances in my professional & personal life when I should stay calm & move along. So what if my fiance tossed the silverware in the dishwasher again & I have to fish the forks from the bottom? Does it really matter if my food order arrived wrong? Should I be offended that the Bride mentioned she can get free shipping on invitations from an impersonal web site? Keep calm & carry on!!

According to Paper Source, the original "Keep Calm and Carry On" artwork was produced in 1939 as a propaganda poster for World War II. It was intended to stiffen resolve of the masses if the Nazis were successful in invading Great Britian. The poster was never formally released. Today, the great message applies to our day-to-day life.

When could you use this message? I've already mentioned I need the water bottle by my side 24/7. It's quite perfect for weddings too. Presented about one week before the wedding, this is the ideal gift for Brides. In the place of Brides, insert Grooms, Mother of the Brides, Mother of the Grooms, etc, etc. I wish I could offer the water bottle for sale at Koru Wedding Shoppe!

One of Those Days

I wish I was here today: Corona Beach, Mexico.
Look at the pink of the sunset reflected in the ocean: beautiful!

"Nothing is worth more than this day."

I have this quote posted on my desk at work to remind me that every day, good or bad, is a gift. When a Bride is stressing out because the ink on her invitations doesn't perfectly match her bridesmaids dresses, I take a deep breath & recite this quote to myself. When I'm having a blah day, I take a long look at this quote & remind myself that I'm a blessed girl. When I'm experiencing a fabulous day, I think of this quote & thank my lucky stars.

I don't know if the rainy, gray weather is getting to me but I'm not feeling anything today. I had little inspiration for what to post today. Normally, I'm brimming over with countless ideas. I thought about my own wedding & nothing came to me. I considered the two wonderful couples I worked with on their wedding invitations this weekend & nothing stood out for me. I trolled the Internet in search of something, anything!, to feature & nothing there either. Hmmm.

I stopped at Koru Wedding Shoppe briefly today & the quote seemed to jump out at me because I needed the reminder so much. I paused & considered five things to be thankful for today, despite the icky weather & my so-so mood. Today is my day off & I can do exactly as I please. I have shelter from the cold rain. I got to spend my morning relaxing on the couch with my purring cat. I indulged in my favorite comfort food, mac & cheese, for lunch. I have the best friends & family, with a special shout-out to my fiance. "Nothing is worth more than this day."

I may wish I was relaxing at Corona Beach, shown above, but can I really complain about my life in Hoboken? Not so much.

Whether you are having a good day or a bad day (& I hope you're having a great day!!), please take a moment to stop & consider this quote: "Nothing is worth more than this day!"

Lovely Quote

Spring Bouquet featured on Real Simple; it makes me dream of glorious Spring days.

"Love is a symbol of eternity. It wipes out all sense of time, destroying all memory of a beginning and all fear of an end."

~author unknown

The Proposal

"We shall walk hand in hand into every day of our lives." ~author unknown

Engaged: I'm engaged!

The perfect proposal deserves the perfect description. To be honest, everything I have started to write just doesn't seem to do everything justice. The best I can do is provide a sweet image taken moments after the proposal & pair it with a great quote. I couldn't help but think of one of my favorite quotes (featured here in January) as we held hands & walked along the secluded beach moments after our proposal. Inspired by that lovely quote, we paused to take this photograph. The photo & the quote seem to convey everything for me.

I started this blog to share things that inspire me & my wedding business with you. Now I can also share the things that inspire me & our wedding with you. As a wedding planner & a Bride, I can only imagine how exciting things are going to be in the near future. Please follow me & enjoy the journey!!!

Hand-in-Hand

"We shall walk hand in hand into every day of our lives."
~author unknown

Photo by Jeffrey Vock Photography