SEPTEMBER IN COLORADO

Can you believe it's September already? Started your Christmas Shopping yet?

If you know someone who is getting engaged and want to give them a headstart, consider WEDDING PLANNING GUIDE, A Bride's Workbook (c). You can see a sample of this workbook and order it from www.weddingsbytanya.com.

Whether you are having 18 or 500 guests, having a coordinator will assure you of enjoying your day. There's a much planning that goes into a small wedding as there is a large one. Paying for a wedding coordinator for your daughter or future daughter-in-law is one of the nicest gifts (engagement or shower) you can give. It's also very thoughtful as well as it will allow you, the moms, to enjoy the day as well!

I had the opportunity to visit a new all-purpose venue yesterday. It's Highline Circle of Life Center, located just off 120th and I-25 north of Denver. Don't shy away from it as it is a funeral home as well, but is built in a way that you don't get that feel when you are in it. They have a chapel for ceremonies which lends itself to any type of decor you'd care to put in it. Outside, currently, is one of the most beautiful tents I've seen! They are, however, going to build a permanent structure for receptions. They can comfortably handle up to 150, however, I'd be more comfortable with 100-125. The owners are very friendly and anxious to please. The facility has a fabulous organ, which Andrea (one of the owners) can play, or they have a state of the art AV system and can play videos as well as CDs. Your choice. You can use their caterer or bring in your own. They have a bride's dressing room as well. Plenty of parking and the price includes the chapel and reception. Check out Highline Circle of Life Center in Thornton, CO.
You can also call 303-452-2525 for additional information on this venue. This chapel is also available for elopements for a minimal charge.

I'm already booking for 2010 and 2011 so don't lose your date! Remember we do only a limited number of weddings a year. Give me a call to arrange an appointment to meet and see how I can help make your day special. I'm available to go anywhere in or out of Colorado to do your wedding.

I'll be in Ashburn, VA the end of the month to do a wedding. Any Virginia brides who would like to visit with me, I'll be happy to make the time to do so. Give me a call at 303-779-0395 or email me at tanya@weddingsbytanya.com.

Involving Children

Can you believe it's August already? It's not to early to start the planning process for any weddings in 2009.

When the bride and groom have children, they look for ways to incorporate them into the ceremony. It's extremely important that children feel like they, too, are becoming part of the new family that's being created.

Several ideas as to how you can include them are:
* Have your officiant work a vow into the ceremony for them and you to take.
* When doing a unity candle (or whatever you use), have the children participate so they know they are included in this new family being formed.
* Present them with a special gift during the Unity celebration, or even when the rings are exchanged.
* If they are old enough, ask them to read a special poem or scripture.
* When you are presented, be presented as the Smith Family, instead of Mr. and Mrs. Fred Smith.

Hope these give you some ideas. Please feel free to contact me direct at tanya@weddingsbytanya.com if I can be of any assistance. www.weddingsbytanya.com

Have a great August!