Everlasting Moments

12/13/2024

Happy Holidays from Everlasting Moments!

12/13/2024

VENDOR SPOTLIGHT:
This month's vendor spotlight goes to Marc Balmet with Marked by Grace Photography. Marc is easy to work with and makes sure to capture all of the photo ideas that you request and he is not afraid to run around if necessary. Marc also always puts his clients first. If you are looking for a photographer for your wedding, be sure to check out Marked by Grace Photography!

11/15/2024

The weather held out perfectly for the wedding of Haley and Giorgio Rizzo. It was cloudy yet stayed dry for their outdoor ceremony by the pond. After a short golf cart ride to the ceremony spot, the wedding party made their way down the aisle and despite saying he won’t Giorgio shed a few tears as well as Haley. After the ceremony, guests gathered on the patio for cocktail hour and were greeted by rusty color marquee letters reading the perfect word of the night. LOVE. During cocktail hour, all vendors finished setting up the reception hall with a burnt orange and wood vibe with pampas grass wherever possible. Following cocktail hour, Mr. and Mrs. Rizzo joined their guests and even personally dismissed each table for dinner so they had a chance to talk to each guest that came to celebrate their marriage. However, this took place after the traditional first dance between the bride and groom as well as the father/daughter and mother/son dances in which more tears of joy were shed. Shortly after dinner, it was time for toasts and the cutting of the cake. Guests enjoyed the cake as well as many other Italian desserts. Now, everyone’s favorite part of the night, the opening of the dance floor. Guests danced for a little bit, including a few Italian dances before a break was had to do the bouquet toss. This wasn’t your ordinary bouquet toss though. Haley dedicated her bouquet to her mom in honor of everything that she had done for Haley. Later on in the night, after the dance floor had been reopened for a little, the bride, groom, and their guests were joined by two stilt walkers to add energy to the dance floor. When the night has finally came to an end (the rain didn’t wait this long though, but you know what they say, rain on your wedding day is good luck), guests lined up by the door for a bubble sendoff leading to the vintage getaway car that Giorgio had borrowed for the night. Congratulazioni to Mr. and Mrs. Rizzo!

Lively Vendors who made this day possible:
Planner: Everlasting Moments
Venue: Pinehill Pavillion
Caterer: Visions Catering
Photographer: Antonia from Reflections Media
DJ: Richie Jimene
Photo Booth: Monitored by Daniel Palattella from Danamare Productions
Entertainment: Dakota Fox Entertainment
Officiant: Nate Rector

11/15/2024

November 9th was a lovely day on the golf course for the newlyweds. As the ceremony started, golfers even stopped putting to ensure they wouldn’t ruin any picture opportunities. The wedding party made their way down the aisle with the 3 ring bearers/petal boys being guided down the aisle and throwing the petals out of their f***y packs. The ceremony was officiated by the bride’s brother-in-law which made this ceremony even more special. As the wedding party set off to take pictures, guests gathered together on the patio for cocktail hour. Following, it was time for the grand entrance into the reception area. By grand, we mean grand. Mr. and Mrs. Gillepsy entered with bubbles floating and running through a “Just Married” banner “football stye” per the groom’s request. Their first dance was shared which led into a buffet dinner with multiple stations of food choices. After dinner parent dances were danced and toasts were shared. Now it was time to open the dance floor and dance the night away. Of course, you can’t forget the late-night snack of chicken tenders. Towards the end of the night, the couple was sent off with tassel pompoms guided the way into their new beginning. Congratulations again to the Gillepsy’s!

FOREever grateful for the vendors who made this day possible:
Planner: Everlasting Moments
Venue: 12 Oaks County Cub
Caterer: 12 Oaks Country Club
Photographer/Videographer: Chandler and Sarah from Densley Visuals
DJ: DJ Nyce Danger
Officiant: Matt Kretiv
Florals: Poppy Designs
Photobooth Rental: Kuro

11/07/2024

Despite heavy winds and dress malfunctions, the day pulled through and could not have gone better for Hannah and Tyler Schulze. 11/2/24 started off windy which delayed decorating yet that didn’t stop us from finishing on time (even if that means we had to hurry during the ceremony). During the ceremony, Tyler wasn’t allowed to turn around until his bride reached the end of the aisle to add that moment of suspense yet glory. The ceremony was such a special moment for the couple as they shared tears during the Gods Knot with a beautiful water background. Everywhere guests looked, they could spot water. Fast forwarding, when Hannah’s dad’s nautical bell rang, it was time to transition from cocktail hour to the reception which was decorated with a coastal vibe to it with candles and sand dollars. Guests gathered on the dance floor to introduce Hannah and Tyler as Mr. and Mrs. Schulze followed by an impromptu first dance. Next guests gathered for their plated dinner followed by some very emotional toasts including one from the flower girl which had tears in everyone’s eyes. As the newly weds snuck away to take sunset photos, the dance floor opened up for guests to get the party started. When the couple came back, it was time for parent dances and then for Hannah and Tyler to join their guests out on the dance floor to dance the night away. When it was time to call it quits, Hannah and Tyler shared their last private dance while guests lined up to send the couple off with a flashlight (phone light) sendoff. Congratulations again to Mr. and Mrs. Schulze!!

Beachy Keen Vendors of the Day:
Planner: Everlasting Moments
Venue: Flowers Landing
Caterer: Rock Springs Catering
Photographer and Videographer: Marked by Grace
DJ: Signature Sound and Lighting
Cake: Mad Batter Bakery
Florist: Borrow the Blooms
Officiant: Brandon Powell and Peter Temple
And many thanks to those who volunteered to help with set up and tear down!!

11/03/2024

10/18/2024

VENDOR SPOTLIGHT:
October's Vendor Spotlight goes to Pavilion at Carriage Farms. This is a beautiful venue with kind and hardworking staff. There is a pavilion in the back of the building perfect for ceremonies and wood and concrete interior perfect for the reception. There is even a pond close by that would be great for a first look. We highly recommend this venue to any bride looking for her dream venue.

10/18/2024

Its Spooky Season. In honor of Halloween right around the corner, here is the perfect color scheme to match for a Halloween themed wedding! (We've seen it done before from a friend)

10/16/2024

**WEDDING WEDNESDAY**
This day could not have gone any more perfectly. On October 12th, friends and family gathered to celebrate Rebecca and Nick Beaulieu. The weather was beautiful for their outdoor ceremony right outside of the venue with pretty flowers close by. Many tears were shed during this moment (more than the first looks). During cocktail hour on the patio, pictures were taken, a quiet moment was had, and there was still time for the bride and groom to join. Now time for the reception which had hidden hints of Taylor Swift and decor of “pink with a hint of pink” as the bride requested. Rebecca and Nick surprised all of their guests with a special choreographed dance. Even their parents didn’t know about it. Then of course the parent dances were shared, dinner was had, toasts were given, and then Rebecca and Nick played the shoe game hosted by Rebecca’s brother and one of her bridesmaids. To get everyone out on the dance floor, they played the couples game (if you have been married ___ years, get on the dance floor). Finally, it was time to light up the dance floor with glow sticks and dance their hearts away before a sparkler exit leading to their “getaway car”. Congratulations again to the new Mr. and Mrs. Beaulieu!

Sparkling Vendors that made this day possible:
Planner: Everlasting Moments
Venue: Pavilion at Carriage Farms
Caterer: Catering Works
Photographer: Jennifer and Tiffany from Jennifer B Photography
Videographer: Mike Carr from IC Weddings
Florist: Daniels Florals
DJ: Adris from DJ Ones
Cake: Ashley Cakes

10/02/2024

Despite some stress in the beginning, September 28th, 2024, is a day that the Wagner’s will never forget. Starting with a ceremony at the same church that they attend to their reception at Prestonwood Country Club. The Wagner’s went with a simple yet elegant décor style in mind. After the ceremony, friends and family gathered in the reception ballroom to welcome the newly weds followed by their first dance as Mr. and Mrs. Next was dinner where the guests were served a plated meal followed by toasts. Next were the meaningful parent dances followed by a slow song to get every couple out on the dance floor. During the reception, each family gathered on the staircase for a big family photo. The bride and groom were eager to get out on the dance floor and dance the night away. Although everyone was tired by the end of the night, I would say everyone had an amazing time, even the DJ who got out on the dance floor as well. Hopefully, no one forgot to leave a message on the vintage gold phone for the couple. Congratulations again to Alexandra and Hunter Wagner!

Simply Amazing Vendors who made this day possible:
Planner: Everlasting Moments
Ceremony Venue: Genesis United Methodist Church
Reception Venue: Prestonwood Country Club
DJ: Spencer from Stylus
Photobooth: Stylus
Flower Rentals: Faux Real Flowers
Bouquet and Boutonnieres: Day Springs
Photographer: Cobi from Jolynn Photography
Audio Guest Book: Life on Record

09/20/2024

Happy National Positive Thinking Day! When planning, always focus on the positives to conquer the negatives.

09/06/2024

Despite the weather calling for bad storms, the sun shined brightly for Marcela and Ramon’s wedding day. The couple started their ceremony by the big pond at the venue. This bilingual ceremony consisted of a Mexican tradition of the exchange of a lasso and arras as well as a quick pause while one of bridesmaids ran back to the house to grab the vows. Post ceremony, guests filled the barn where they were meant with farm tables and chairs with simple yet beautiful centerpieces and an arch at the sweetheart table. The reception started of course by introducing the bridal party followed by the first dance and because of some temperature difficulties due to the heat in the barn, cake cutting before dinner. As guests ate and before the toasts by the maid of honor, best man, and both mothers, we saw Marcela and Ramon walking around to the tables to talk and say a quick hello. Finally, it was time to dance the night away. We cant forget though, despite the heat and festivities, the couple had a live painter paint a beautiful picture of the two. Congratulations to Marcela and Ramon!

Gracias to the following vendors:
Planner: Everlasting Moments
Venue: Little Herb House
Cater: Visions Catering
Cake: Publix
Live Painter: Autumn Hunter
Rentals: Curated Events
DJ: Nogui from Triangle DJ
Photographer: Antonia from Reflections Media
Videographer: Nam from Reflections Media

08/23/2024

VENDOR SPOTLIGHT:
This month's vendor spotlight goes to Faux Real Flowers. They provide a variety of fake flowers as well as vases and stands for centerpieces. They are easy to work with as well as understanding if something has to change. Do you want flowers but not have to worry about what to do with all of them afterwards? Keep Faux Real Flowers in mind. They deliver and pick up too!

08/23/2024

Can't decide on a first dance song? Here are the Top 5 of 2024 based on the Knot.

08/09/2024

Once again, to honor International Beer Day, which would you choose?

1. Open Bar
2. Beer and Wine Only
3. Alcohol Free Wedding

Leave your thoughts below!

08/09/2024

Happy International Beer Day! To celebrate, we wanted to to include a beverage guide to help stock your bar for those guests of yours!

07/26/2024

We see a variety of couples stress about something that should be as simple as their guest list. Have no fear, here's so Do's and Don'ts for this step in the planning by process.