I’m hearing from clients and friends who are in the midst of planning their weddings and I’d be lying if I said it doesn’t make me a little anxious (ok, it makes me VERY anxious). I’m not the party-planning type. I know that if were the bride, I’d constantly be worried about picking just the right color scheme, the right table settings, the right floral arrangements, providing the right music, etc. I’d be worried about guests being entertained, about people enjoying the food, about the day running smoothly. So worried that I’d probably forget to enjoy myself!
The other day I came across a post on A Practical Wedding’s blog and thought it was such a refreshing change of perspective from the usual planning sites. It’s a great reminder when you’re getting caught up in planning to just sit back, take some deep breaths, and remember that your wedding is not a show (unless, of course, you want it to be). The focus doesn’t have to be on you or on the details or on the entertainment during the wedding. It’s helpful to look at it from the eyes of a guest and realize that most are just happy to get to see people they haven’t seen in a long time and to spend time catching up and enjoying each other’s company. Because years down the road guests likely won’t remember what food you served or what your centerpieces looked like, and they probably won’t even remember the topics of conversation. What they are going to remember is the energy in the room, the love in familiar faces, and how it felt to get the chance to see you–the couple–make your commitment to each other.
my photography class starts this saturday!
Love the post and thanks for the link! Btw, your photography is awesome!!