Michael and LaDonna’s Blog

There was a loving, comfortable warmth among the family and friends at this wedding.  It was like everyone was family.  The beautiful ceremony took place in the Heritage Chapel at First Baptist Church Dallas.  Meghan coordinates the weddings at FBD and you will love her!  She truly enjoys each wedding and wants to make sure your ceremony is perfect.  (You’ll also love the spacious bride’s room there, and easy parking).   As a surprise for the bride, there was a 57 Chevy convertible waiting to take the couple to the reception at the Belo Mansion.  The room was lit in a beautiful red color, and the black/white and red theme carried over with the linens and decor, including the amazing cakes by Frosted Art (the groom’s cake looked like Germany, where the bride/groom are living currently).  Inside Out rocked the reception, and I mean everyone was dancing (from 8 to 80+)!  I heard it was the folks from Arkansas that brought the party! BluDoor Studios had a photo lounge there, so everyone could have a fun picture to take home.  At the end of the evening, there was milk and cookies!

Marla chose Micki Novak of Dream Weddings to plan HER dream wedding, and we heard so many guests afterward say it was so much FUN, and SO  perfect.  Priceless memories to enjoy for years to come!
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Planner: Micki Novak of Dream Weddings
Photographer: BluDoor Studios

If you’re looking for a fun, unique venue for a rehearsal dinner, you should consider the Fort Worth Zoo!  Your guests will enjoy the “Portraits of the Wild” Art Gallery, which includes an outdoor deck overlooking the African Savannah exhibit.  You have the option of adding the “Wild Wonders” outreach program to your event, which is both entertaining and educational.

At this rehearsal dinner for Ryan and Abby, I loved how the children (and adults!) were mesmerized by the animals.  The food was superb as well!  When you add in the heartfelt toasts and the photomontage video shown after dinner… it was a perfect night!  You can contact the event coordinator at the FW Zoo, Sally Conradt-Hammond, at 817-759-7326 to plan your own night of unforgettable memories! Here’s a sneak peek:
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A lovely wedding at Perkins Chapel at SMU.  The colors Katie chose were a beautiful complement to the day (and to the groom’s Louisiana heritage)!  Arlington Hall at Lee Park was the perfect choice for the reception, with its beautiful chandeliers and hardwood floors, open terraces and picturesque setting.  We loved the cakes, the colors, the family photos at the reception, and the true Southern charm of the families.