Wedding planning should feel like an exciting season of teamwork, and not a recurring argument about money. Yet one of the most common challenges couples face during wedding planning is how often the wedding budget becomes the center of every conversation. When cost dominates every decision, it quietly chips away at joy, trust, and emotional safety.
You’re trusting someone with your vision, your budget, your guests, and often your reputation. Whether you’re planning a conference, a milestone celebration, or a once-in-a-lifetime event, the right event planner can make the experience feel seamless and supported. The wrong one? That regret tends to linger long after the last guest leaves.
In the world of conference planning, trade shows, and corporate meetings, success is never a solo effort. Behind every seamless event is a professional meeting planner juggling timelines, budgets, stakeholders, and attendee expectations.
When Chris Wooten and I were engaged, I approached our wedding planning the same way I approach every professionally produced event: with clarity, organization, and intention. I created a detailed wedding venue comparison spreadsheet that tracked more than thirty (30) wedding venues across the Washington, DC area. What started as a simple planning tool quickly grew into a full-blown spreadsheet powerhouse, but it served its purpose beautifully.
Creating immersive conference experiences requires more than a well-produced agenda or a polished keynote. It calls for intentional design, emotional intelligence, and a deep respect for how adults learn, connect, and recharge. For conference organizers and meeting and event planners, immersion begins with educational storytelling.
One of the most common questions couples ask during the wedding planning process is simple, but critical, “When should we mail our wedding invitations? And, when should guests RSVP?” These dates may seem minor, but they directly affect your guest count, catering numbers, seating chart, rentals, and overall wedding day flow.
Some engaged couples delight in planning their wedding themselves, thoughtfully curating every detail to reflect their love story. But as your celebration draws near, even the most carefully laid plans deserve the touch of an experienced professional to ensure your day unfolds with effortless grace. That’s where Vows by Howerton+Wooten Events comes in.
Thanksgiving is more than just a meal, it’s a moment. A time to gather, a time to give thanks, and a time to serve up a plate full of love, intention, and a little bit of culinary magic. 🧡 And at the center of it all? That perfectly roasted turkey.
Thanksgiving is more than just a meal, it’s a gathering of hearts, a celebration of gratitude, and a moment to nourish both body and soul. It doesn’t matter if you are hosting a large family reunion or an intimate dinner with close friends, there is one question that always lingers for holiday hosts, “How much food should I make for Thanksgiving Dinner?”