Martha & Feroz ~ Dreams do come true!

Martha & Feroz are an amazing and loving couple! Now I don’t just say this because she happens to be my mother and him my new Step father but because they are a blessing to so many people. They met by chance 8 years ago and have been inseparable since. Both came from their share of accomplishments as well as disappointments and heartbreaks. With what they learned in their lives they have been able to come together building on their experiences to enjoy a relationship built on mutual support, lots of love and immense respect for each other and those they cherish most.

For the wedding I really wanted something to capture my mom’s elegant, classic but yet modern taste. We chose Teal silk dupioni linens, gold beaded crystal chargers and gold chivari chairs to contrast the all white orchids. The room was draped in a sheer white fabric and teal up lighting was used as a finishing touch.

My favorite part of the wedding had to be seeing my mom so happy. She deserves all the happiness in the world! I thank God for sending her such a wonderful husband and us such a wonderful step father.

Vendor credits: Ceremony & Reception Venue: Miami Beach Botanical GardensPhotography & Videography: Simply Captivating, Florist/Decor: Events On A Budget, Makeup: Karla Lola, Saxaphonist: Urban Tribal Project, DJ: Ubi's Music & Productions, Linens: AB Cover Designers, Catering: Mena Catering, Coordinator's: Judy & Jessica Events On A Budget

Mom and Feroz: I love you and wish you a wonderful life together! You guys deserve every bit of happiness and pray that God only strengthens your marriage as the years pass.

My Wedding is Gonna Rock! by Focused on Forever

Contest details which were on their blog:
We’ve gone mad! One crazy-lucky bride will receive a FREE cinematic wedding film collection valued at $3500 in the next 3 weeks! No strings or catches here…we are changing the “contents” and “style” of our some of our film collections, and we are giving away a free wedding to one bride who we think gives us the best reason to shoot their wedding!

How to enter? Who’s eligible? If you are getting married between October 15th, 2009 -February 28th, 2010, then you are eligible. Not every date is available since we have many dates already booked, but there is no harm in entering the contest, and if your date is still available—you will be in the running! We are looking for super cool weddings and super cool couples…anyone who believes their wedding will rock!

Entering is simple. Email us your name (bride and groom’s name), your wedding date, your wedding location, your phone number and email address, and most importantly a fun picture of you both together and the best reason you can come up with why you want us to film your wedding! Your picture and reason will be posted on our blog. Ask your friends and family to root you on by leaving comments and telling us why we should choose your wedding! We’ll be reviewing your reasons and everyone’s comments to help us make our decision on who wins!

Your entry email should briefly state (1-3 sentences max) your top reason why we should choose you and your wedding, but your friends can comment more reasons on the blog post to help you out more. These reasons could include anything; tell us why your wedding is going to rock, tell us the story behind your relationship, tell us anything you think will catch our attention!

The contest will start this weekend Saturday, September 5th and run through Sunday, September 26th. Winners will be announced on October 1st on our blog.

Full details of the contest will be emailed to you after we have received your emailed submission, however there is no catch to this promotion—we are giving a wedding film away for FREE!

What could I win? The Grand Prize winner will receive our new 2010 Classic Cinematic Film Collection, which includes day coverage of their wedding, and a complete Feature Cinematic Film, and 3 DVD copies ($3500 value). We are also considering a possible 2nd and 3rd place runner up award as well, to be determined

Get your email submission together now, and send it to us at info@focusedonforever.com, since we are announcing the contest a few days early you can submit as early as today. The earlier we receive your submission the more time you can gather support via the comments! Good luck!

*-Restrictions will be emailed to you after we receive your submission. If you are already booked with us, then you are not eligible. “Ahhhh man…sorry!” But wouldnt you be someone’s best friend forever if you told them about this and they won!

Erica & Shaun ~ Schnebly Winery Wedding

Unlike most other inquiries this was different. The Brides father, Robert contacted us about our services. Immediately, I knew what a nice family this would be. A father who is so involved in helping his daughter have a wonderful wedding day, priceless! Erica & Shaun were both studying out of state so the family really had to help bring this wedding together. Shchelby is a very beautiful & different venue in Homestead. My favorite part had to be the speeches, they were quite funny and from the heart!Erica, Shaun, Bob & Boberman family...thanks so much for letting me be part of such a special day for all of you!
"Thanks again for all that you did. Thank goodness that I had the sense to hire you. I will pass on your name to everyone I know. I'll let you know when it's time for Kimberly's wedding(hopefully not for a few years). Sincerely Robert"

Elizabeth & Cyril ~ Tropical Elegance!

I would say 75% of our business is through referrals. We love our clients & Elizabeth & Cyril are no exception! They contacted us just a few days after Valerie & Josh’s wedding. Val had raved to her about our services. (Thanks Val!) In the months coming up to their wedding they had so much on their hands with a change of job & moving homes. Wedding planning for brides can be stress alone and poor Eli dealing with everything else was definitely quite a challenge. Fortunatley, within two weeks of working together a lot of things were finalized and the ball was rolling. We were both excited to see things starting to take shape.

Eli & Cyril chose Red Fish Grill for their nuptials and reception. We always enjoy working here as the staff is extremely helpful and the venue’s location is unique and beautiful. One word to describe how everything looked when it came together was Tropical Elegance. The all white Calla centerpieces were simple, clean & elegant. Tables were adorned with a raffia runner & scattered seashells. The white chivari chairs really added the elegant finishing touch.

My favorite part of the wedding had to be Cyril’s vows. He is a man with a pretty strong character but when looking into his brides eyes and saying his vows he opened up his heart with such sincerity & heartfelt emotion. Everyone shed a tear or two! I was not an exception to that! Almost forgot, another favorite part of the wedding is the grooms singing at the end of the night. :0)

Eli & Cyril: It was wonderful to be part of such a special day in your lives. Wishing you much success, health & love!

Vendor credits: Ceremony & Reception Venue: Red Fish Grill Photography: Miguel Irias, Florist/Decor: Events On A Budget, Makeup: Karla Lola 305-803-8900 .

"Thank you Melissa! It has great having your help and patience organizing the event. We both know I couldn't have done it with out you. Thank you for working so hard and allowing us to be guests at our own wedding. Cyril and I had a blast!!!
Ellie and Cyril"




























The brides happy mom



First Look!











Stunning!













Cyril and his beautiful mom


The gorgeous bride and her proud brother












Sealed with a kiss !

Mazel Tov!











































Rocked the night away!