Gratitude Event Planning and Design

08/06/2022

Bucket list trip to Nashville ✅ Memories of a lifetime created✅

08/05/2022

A Mothers Legacy of Love
(Long post, a rare occurrence from me)
Happy Mothers Day 2022 I’m missing my mom extra big today, as I know many of you can relate! I’m also feeling so incredibly grateful & blessed that I am a mom! I was given a really great role model for motherhood. MY definition of that, is a mom who didn’t try or pretend to be perfect! She kept it “real”. She kept it funny, made me feel like a priority and afforded me the freedom to be ME at ALL TIMES! My house was full of music, laughter & lots of teasing each other ( keeping our sense of humor & not taking ourselves too seriously, not to mention humble). Manners & expressing GRATITUDE were a top priority. Work ethic was enforced & expected. I always KNEW I wanted to be a mom someday, because of how much I loved my mom & had so much fun with her…I wanted that role too! God honored the desire of my heart with my Jadey-girl and I’ve found motherhood to be above & beyond anything I had ever hoped for! I remember reading so many books on raising your kids when Jade was born & my mom said “just be” and she’ll catch on to faith,kindness,respect, & manners…that’s all we did!” So much of their wisdom was. “Right on!” ( however The strong willed child book was much needed with my wild-child 😉🤪). Since I’m turning 60 in a few months, I’ve found myself reflecting a lot lately. I’m clear that my favorite role/job in my life is…MOM! Jades mom, step mom, second mom to many along the way, dog mom & momma-bear to so many of my wedding couples on their journey. I’m “feeling” Mothers Day extra deeply this year! Feeling an abundance of GRATITUDE for my incredible mom! And, GRATITUDE that I’ve been given the opportunity to be Jades mom. Got 2 awesome step kids with my marriage 5 years ago. And, since this is my business page…I want my couples to know how happy, grateful & blessed I’ve felt that I got to serve as your momma-bear in the trenches of wedding planning.

30/09/2021

Reminiscing this beautiful day with Christine & Andrew @ The Sentinel Hotel

Photography: ANIKO Photography
Wedding planner: Owner of Gratitude Event Planning & Design
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Florist: Blum Pdx
Hair & makeup: Blossom & Beauty
Chiavari chairs: .pdx
Invitation: Crave Design

30/09/2021

23/08/2021

Megan & Patrick 🤍
Venue: Scholls Valley Lodge
Cake: Papa Haydn’s
Florist: Songbird Floristry
Hair &makeup: Blossom & Beauty
Dj: .crum
Photo booth: Happymatic Photo Booth
Churro truck: Churros locos
Catering: Willabys Catering & Event Design
Luxury Restroom Trailers: Privy Chambers

17/08/2021

Samantha & Ben at the Black Pearl on the Columbia.

Florist: Flowers by Alana
Rentals: Vintage Meets Modern &
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Wedding dress: Annas Bridal
MC/Dj: Pure Pulse Entertainment
Planning: Divine Events
Day of coordination: Gratitude Event Planning and Design

14/06/2021

What a joy it was to see Emma & Nick finally tie the knot. Third wedding date truly was the CHARM! Easy for me to say it was worth the wait, but it truly was a magical night! 💃 💕 🎼

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09/06/2021

What a joy it was to see Emma & Nick finally tie the knot. They had a beautiful ceremony and reception, full of dancing and laughter. 💃 💕 🎼

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07/06/2021

Charcuterie for DAYZ! This girl is rockin my world with these incredible spreads that she’s creating! Highly recommend for any gathering! Reach out to Steph

07/05/2021

Life is a piece of cake when you Marry your best friend ✨💕💫

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29/04/2021

What’s a wedding without your homegirls? 👯‍♀️ 👯‍♀️ 👯‍♀️

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17/03/2021

Thought today was a great day to feature this glorious day! 🤩They chose these gorgeous green tones to compliment the beauty that showcases. Their daughter Hayden served as their flower girl, and now they are expecting her little brother in August! These two have MORE than the luck of the Irish going for them! 🍀💚 Love you and

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03/03/2021

Reminiscing this unforgettable ceremony up in the trees! Tess and Rory tied the knot out at the beautiful Noble Ridge Tree Deck. Summer is such a fun season to plan for a Wedding.

Bride & Groom Tess & Rory
Venue - Noble Ridge Tree Deck
Photography - Luke & Mallory Photography
Hair & Makeup - Whitney Stassi Artistryrtistry
Glassware Rentals - The Party Place and Sperry Tents Oregon
Day of Coordination - Gratitude Event Planning and Designepdx
Floral Centerpiece - Tess & Mayesh Wholesale Florist
Catering - Crown Paella
Shuttle Vans - Columbia Gorge Wine Tours
Wedding DJ - Paradox Productions

18/02/2021

Dream Team of vendors came together to create an epic Trolls themed bday party for a lucky little girl!

Venue: Liggle Land (in Beaverton)
Planner: Gratitude Event Planning
Cake: Laurie Clarke Cakes
Marquee: alpha-lit Portland
Balloon Art: balloons by twisted sisters
Catering: biscuit and pickles

14/02/2021

Celebrating LOVE with MY love! He’s my Valentine, my partner, my best friend 24/7/365💕.