Vendors

The wedding really just seems to be falling into place, which really is quite the relief. In the past couple months I have focused my energies on finding a photographer, florist and DJ. I have decided to piecemeal the project so I don't get overwhelmed by the intensity of planning a wedding. And it seems to be working out quite perfectly. Once I send out deposits later this week (of which the vendors assured me I am already on their calendar) that will be three more things off the list. From there I am going to move on to finding Aaron's wedding band, a baker, hairstylist and makeup artist. Then, believe it or not, the majority of what I need to do will be pretty much done. It is nice to have so much out of the way eight months before the wedding. I know it seems silly to do it so early on but I would rather it be early rather than late. I am doing everything I can to ensure I will not become bridezilla and it looks like I can breathe a sigh of relief - along with Aaron - that this is the case.

I am incredibly happy with my finds for DJ, florist and photographer and will be sharing links in the hopes to entice some of you to use their services in the near future if the need arrives. Unfortunately the DJ doesn't have a website but here is information for the other two:

-FLORIST, The Wild Geranium: Lindsay Catterton is a laidback, professional, innovative person who works hard to bring your visions to life. In the business for 27 years, her work is incredibly reasonable and absolutely beautiful. Her pictures at the website definitely don't do her justice. But I knew I had to have her after meeting with her, seeing a ton of photo albums of her work and thank you cards praising her.

-PHOTOGRAPHER, Jennifer Hosler/Candid Moments Photography: Jennifer is super easy to get along with and captures beautiful "candid" moments, exactly what Aaron and I were looking for. In a day and age where wedding photographers charge an arm and a leg, she is reasonable. Not looking to nickel and dime you but make sure she can capture the wonderful moments leading up to and on your special day.