Elopement, Is This an Option for You? - Episode 21

Weddings are back! I am so excited that things are starting to open back up and couples are planning weddings again. 

With wedding planning back on, there are a lot of couples that have booked venues that offer a Venue Coordinator as part of the package. Well, let me tell you, there is a BIG difference between what a Venue Coordinator is going to provide and what an outside Event Coordinator is going to provide.

In this episode I explain some of the key differences of what to expect and Why you Need to hire an outside Event Coordinator for your wedding.

Are you a Millennial navigating through the dating scene? Now, throw in a pandemic and how does that change it?  How does this relate to weddings and marriage? It doesn't, however, it can, if you meet "Mr. or Mrs. Right".  I have received several questions recently about dating, especially during COVID and I figured it was time to talk about it.  Since I have been out of the "dating" scene for a really long time, I decided to turn to 2 experts. 

On todays episode my guests' are two twenty somethings who educate me on what it is  like to date as a Millennial.  Lauren Solinsky is a 24 year old single young women and Vinny Kyamko-Yap is a 29 year old single young man. They answer my questions honestly and they share  their thoughts and challenges on dating in todays culture.

One thing for sure, dating is a lot different today than it was back in the day...

If you are a young adult in the dating scene, I would love to hear your experience with dating, email me at: eventsbymaria@outlook.com

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I recently came across an episode of Marrying Millions on Lifetime. It immediately caught my attention because the couple they were focusing on was Bill and Brianna. Bill is 62 years old and Bri is 22 years old. I looked up other episodes to learn more about how the relationship came about.

On this episode I am taking about what I think about this and the questions that I have...It's a fun show,  so tune in and let me know your thoughts on this topic.

I would love to hear what you think about this, are you familiar with the show? Email me at: eventsbymaria@outlook.com and I will discuss your thoughts on a later show.

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Are you in a long distance relationship? Are you struggling with how to make a long distance relationship work? On todays episode I talk with Abe and Elaine Romero. They have been together for four years and married for two. However, Abe live in Texas and Elaine lives in California!

Elaine is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and the Clinical Director of Safe Harbor Counseling Center in Temecula, CA.  Elaine and Abe are also the host of "Love is in the Air" Podcast, where they talk about their relationship and give practical and honest advice to help couples have a happy and successful long distant relationship. 

You can listen to Elaine and Abe on their Podcast; Love is in the Air. 
Facebook:  Love is in the Air and Instagram: @commuter marriage support
website: shcounseling.org 


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Congratulations! Your daughter or son recently got engaged, what an exciting time for you and your family.  As a mom, we want to help our kids plan for one of the biggest days of their life, however, when do you cross the line from helpful to Momzilla?

On todays episode, I talk to the moms of the future brides and grooms. I discuss my own involvement in my son and daughters wedding and give you tips on how to be the supportive mom without crossing the line.

If you are a mom or a future bride or groom, then this episode is for you!

I would love to hear your advice  about this topic, you can email me at: eventsbymaria@outlook.com

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As we wrap up this crazy year of 2020, I want to reflect on this past year. I share some thoughts and update you on what my year was like. So, take a listen and let me know how 2020 was for you...

I want to hear from you, let me know what you want to talk about, what do you want me to cover? I also want to hear your love story, I may just talk about it on upcoming episodes. You can reach me via email at: eventsbymaria@outlook.com

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Happy Planning...

Aww..your wedding day, it's a day you will always remember and you want it be special and personal.  But will it be legal? Well, that all depends on who you have officiant your wedding.

More and more I am hearing stories from couples who had a friend or family member get ordained in order for them to officiate their wedding, but, more often than not, they run into problems when it comes to nerves, showing up late, not knowing how to fill out the marriage license or having the couple file the license themselves.

On today's episode my guest,  Allan Katz from Great Officiants and owner of The Cute Little Wedding Chapel in Long Beach discusses the importance of using a professional and licensed officiant to oversee the most important part of your wedding day...your ceremony and vows.

Too many things can go wrong when you do not use a licensed officiant and Allan and I discuss all this on this episode. So, take a listen and share it with all your engaged family and friends.

Allan Katz can be reached at the following:
www.GreatOfficiants.com
www.SoCalBeachWedding.com
www.CuteLittleWeddingChapel.com
Info@GreatOfficiants.com
Phone: (562) 435-4000 
(800) Wed-Vows

To say that 2020 has been a crazy year is an understatement. Everyone is adjusting to a different normal; businesses have closed, people have lost jobs, most schools are doing distance learning and events have been cancelled. Wow! That is a lot to swallow and it can be a bit depressing at times.

I have great news, today's episode is full of joy, fun and encouragement! My guest today is DJ Dominiq from Bouquet Sound and he too was a bit down and discouraged. So what did he do? He decided to hit the road and bring joy and hope across America!  Dominiq packed up his DJ equipment into his car and drove 20k miles across 48 states in 2 months DJ'ing virtual and live dance parties!

Tune in as Dominiqu and I talk about his amazing trip to bring joy & hope to others. He shares a lot of great stories about the places he went, the people he met and so much more!

If you want to follow his journey across America or are looking for a DJ for your next event, his contact information is listed below.

email: info@bouquetsound.com

website: www.BouquetSound.com

Facebook: www.Facebook.com/OfficialDJDominiq

Instagram: www.Instagram.com/DJDominiq

If you are planning a wedding or have questions about todays show or suggestions for future episodes, email me at: eventsbymaria@outlook.com

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Are you one of the many couples who has decided to postpone their wedding?  Have you considered keeping your original wedding date and doing an Elopement instead?

On todays episode my guest Stacy and I talk about what elopements look like today. This is a great way of being able to keep your original wedding date, keep the traditions you want, while still adding your special touches and save a bit of money.

Let's face it, 2020 has really put a damper on so many things, especially weddings. However, it is also a good time to be creative and do something different. Many couples are postponing to 2021 and 2022, but, finding a venue with your date available is becoming very challenging due to the current couples already booked on those dates and those couples that have postponed. 

My friend and fellow planner, Stacy from Sylver Wedding and Events and I discuss the many advantages of an Elopement ceremony.  It no longer has the mysterious, negative stigma it had many years ago. Today, many couples are choosing to Elope for a variety  of reasons, so tune in and see if having an Elopement wedding is the perfect option for you!

You can reach Stacy on the following platforms:
Sylver Wedding & Events 
Phone: (951) 282-7863
www.sylverweddingsandevents.com
email: eventplanner@sylverweddings.com
Facebook & Instagram

*Facebook Elopement Page; Lets Elope in the USA

Have questions, comments or ideas for show topics; email me at; eventsbymaria@outlook.com

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Happy Planning...

Have you ever heard the phrase; Happy Life, Happy Wife? Well, today my guest, Dustin Thompson and I talk about marriage from a husbands perspective. 

Dustin and his beautiful wife, Vy, have been married for 3 years and own a photography business as well as writing an adventure blog full time. I talk with Dustin about how they make their relationship work when they live and work together full time.

Dustin is very open about how they met, the proposal, living and working together. He also has some great advice for husbands who are newly married and couples getting married.

Tune in as Dustin and I talk all things marriage...

I can be reached by email at: eventsbymaria@outlook.com for any of your wedding planning needs. 

Happy Planning...

You can reach Dustin Thompson Photography and That Adventure Life Blog by clicking on the links below... 

DustinTPhotography@gmail.com
dustinthompsonphotography.com

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