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09/26/2021

My friend Colleen Sutton posted this and explains how hard this job in the wedding business is. Beware before you jump into it. It’s difficult but can be rewarding. My retirement is coming up!!

“The business I’m in… is hard. Dealing with people on one of the most emotional days of their life… is hard. Dealing with ALL personality types, all at once … is hard. Being the peacekeeper, go to person (for wedding party, parents, guests, vendors)… is hard. Making quick-on the spot decisions, when something is not going as it should… is hard. Dealing with individuals that have consumed much (much) alcohol… is hard.
Mentally draining
Physically draining
Sometimes, even Spiritually draining

This business takes me away for long hours from my family. I leave my family to make lasting memories for other families. What I do… I do well. But sometimes… just sometimes… I dream about early retirement.” Colleen Sutton

09/07/2021

These comments make it all worth the LONG hours.

“I am so grateful that Sammy told me about you! You and Ashley were perfect for Kelly and me!!

These pics are fantastic!! thank you for sharing them and for just being the absolute best!” Joanne Pinner

Getting it done!!
09/06/2021

Getting it done!!

All of the sudden, brides wanted Charcuterie boards. Now I know why…….
07/26/2021

All of the sudden, brides wanted Charcuterie boards. Now I know why…….

Ashley Smith McDonal does an awesome job!!! Thanks!
06/18/2021

Ashley Smith McDonal does an awesome job!!! Thanks!

06/18/2021
It’s always fabulous to get to be apart of someone’s special day!!
06/12/2021

It’s always fabulous to get to be apart of someone’s special day!!

Wonderful family to work with and a beautiful day! No greater place to be in May than My Old KY Home!
05/23/2021

Wonderful family to work with and a beautiful day! No greater place to be in May than My Old KY Home!

You need to read our recent thank you note to Ashley Smith McDonal. “Where to start except to say that you are incredibl...
11/27/2020

You need to read our recent thank you note to Ashley Smith McDonal. “Where to start except to say that you are incredible at your job! Having you there on my wedding day was such a blessing and I am truly grateful for all of your hard work. I wish you all the best and hope that every bride has themself an Ashley to make their day stress free and wonderful.”

All I can say is FINALLY!!!!
10/31/2020

All I can say is FINALLY!!!!

03/13/2020

With the Coronavirus affecting many spring and summer wedding plans, I want to give you some helpful advice on how to handle this uninvited wedding guest.

Ashley repairing a gown the day of the wedding!!! She’s great and can do anything!!! (Pic worth reposting!)
02/01/2020

Ashley repairing a gown the day of the wedding!!! She’s great and can do anything!!! (Pic worth reposting!)

12/20/2019
Beautiful couple this past weekend. Her dress.....fabulous!!!!
12/18/2019

Beautiful couple this past weekend. Her dress.....fabulous!!!!

Nice memory........
12/18/2019

Nice memory........

New venue, new memories...........
12/03/2019

New venue, new memories...........

Memories at Sandals Bahamas.......ask me about planning your wedding at Sandals!
11/06/2019

Memories at Sandals Bahamas.......ask me about planning your wedding at Sandals!

11/03/2019

I can do a destination wedding for you!!

Attending the International Asso of Bridal Consultants meeting. I love Sandals and would love to book your honeymoon or ...
10/28/2019

Attending the International Asso of Bridal Consultants meeting. I love Sandals and would love to book your honeymoon or vacation at one of their properties. They are THE best!!

Frazier Museum weddings are gorgeous this time of year!! Perfection at every level!!!!
10/14/2019

Frazier Museum weddings are gorgeous this time of year!! Perfection at every level!!!!

Beautiful lake wedding last weekend. Remind me to tell you about the fishermen who wouldn’t move out of the pictures!
10/10/2019

Beautiful lake wedding last weekend. Remind me to tell you about the fishermen who wouldn’t move out of the pictures!

09/11/2019

OK this is another 5 Star review we just received and it’s long BUT this is honestly a very hard job and when people appreciate your hard work, it’s very uplifting.

*****Absolutely 100% AMAZING. I will never be able to put into words how grateful I am for Jeannie and her daughter Ashley. They are rockstars. I knew that I was going to like Jeannie when I sent her my first email and she responded in 2 minutes. This immediate response time was typical throughout the entire planning process. She was so easy to correspond with the entire planning process- valuing my opinions while providing her own professional advice and assistance. She has been in the industry a very long time and she can recommend so many vendors if you don’t know where to start. Not only is she extremely reasonably priced (especially compared to other planners in the area) but I truly don’t think anyone could do their jobs better than Jeannie and Ashley. From the moment I met them both I felt like I had known them forever- they let you know immediately that this day is about you and they are here to make it fabulous for you- and that they did. No matter what Jeannie says, I know I was not an easy bride- I had a very specific vision and wanted things exactly my way , and she made this happen. The rehearsal was so easy because Jeannie was in charge and told us exactly what to do. On the day of the wedding, I was so nervous just handing over all the decor without putting it in the exact place I wanted, but when I saw it for the first time -
It was PERFECT! Jeannie knew exactly what I wanted and had the wedding set up like a fairytale - it was such a relief to see everything exactly the way I imagined it. She lit candles, she set up easels and signs, she put out the decor, she handled the vendors, received the deliveries, made the phone calls, and did so much more than I could never type it all here. I can’t even imagine how hard she worked all day and at the end of the night cleaning everything up. She really is a miracle worker. When we arrived the day after the wedding, everything was picked up and neat and organized in boxes for us to take home. She secured our gifts and cards at the end of the evening as well. Ashley was with me and the rest of the bridesmaids all day long, and I truly do not know what I would have done without her- Steaming the dresses, helping me get dressed, delivering message to vendors or the groom or to parents, keeping me calm and happy, refilling my drink, the list goes on and on and on - she was seriously just the best!!! We even lost our vows at one point and she went on a wild goose chase and quickly found them for us. When we exited the wedding , she had drinks waited for my husband and me. If an issue would arise throughout the day she would said “it’s fine I’ll take care of it” and she would solve it in like 2 minutes! This was so amazing for someone like myself who gets easily worked up! She just did so many extra things that made our day so magical and stress-free. After the wedding my mom and I could not stop talking about how flawlessly the whole day went - but we realized this was not by chance, it was solely because of Jeannie and Ashley and all the hard work they were doing behind the scenes. I could go on forever about these two. Booking Jeannie as my coordinator was the best decision of my entire wedding. I don’t know what on earth we would’ve done with her. Do yourself a favor and book her!!! I promise you will not be disappointed!!! I will forever be grateful to Jeannie and Ashley for giving me such a magical, stress-free, fun day that will forever be the best day of my life!

MOKH is a most beautiful place for a wedding. Thanks to Bevan and Austin for allowing me to help with your special day. ...
08/23/2019

MOKH is a most beautiful place for a wedding. Thanks to Bevan and Austin for allowing me to help with your special day. ❤️

My right hand. I couldn’t do it without her! She’s the Ash in AshBy! (Photo by Bob Knoll Photography) Ashley Smith McDon...
07/19/2019

My right hand. I couldn’t do it without her! She’s the Ash in AshBy! (Photo by Bob Knoll Photography) Ashley Smith McDonal

06/09/2019

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