Weddings are back! I am so excited that things are starting to open back up and couples are planning weddings again. With wedding planning back on, there are a lot of couples that have booked venues that offer a Venue Coordinator as part of the package. Well, let me tell you, there is a BIG difference between what a Venue Coordinator is going to provide and what an outside Event Coordinator is going to provide. In this episode I explain some of the key differences of what to expect an...

Are you a Millennial navigating through the dating scene? Now, throw in a pandemic and how does that change it? How does this relate to weddings and marriage? It doesn't, however, it can, if you meet "Mr. or Mrs. Right". I have received several questions recently about dating, especially during COVID and I figured it was time to talk about it. Since I have been out of the "dating" scene for a really long time, I decided to turn to 2 experts. On todays episode my guest...

I recently came across an episode of Marrying Millions on Lifetime. It immediately caught my attention because the couple they were focusing on was Bill and Brianna. Bill is 62 years old and Bri is 22 years old. I looked up other episodes to learn more about how the relationship came about. On this episode I am taking about what I think about this and the questions that I have...It's a fun show, so tune in and let me know your thoughts on this topic. I would love to hear what you thin...

Are you in a long distance relationship? Are you struggling with how to make a long distance relationship work? On todays episode I talk with Abe and Elaine Romero. They have been together for four years and married for two. However, Abe live in Texas and Elaine lives in California! Elaine is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and the Clinical Director of Safe Harbor Counseling Center in Temecula, CA. Elaine and Abe are also the host of "Love is in the Air" Podcast, where they ta...

Congratulations! Your daughter or son recently got engaged, what an exciting time for you and your family. As a mom, we want to help our kids plan for one of the biggest days of their life, however, when do you cross the line from helpful to Momzilla? On todays episode, I talk to the moms of the future brides and grooms. I discuss my own involvement in my son and daughters wedding and give you tips on how to be the supportive mom without crossing the line. If you are a mom or a future...

As we wrap up this crazy year of 2020, I want to reflect on this past year. I share some thoughts and update you on what my year was like. So, take a listen and let me know how 2020 was for you... I want to hear from you, let me know what you want to talk about, what do you want me to cover? I also want to hear your love story, I may just talk about it on upcoming episodes. You can reach me via email at: eventsbymaria@outlook.com Be sure to leave a review and follow me on Facebook and Insta...

Aww..your wedding day, it's a day you will always remember and you want it be special and personal. But will it be legal? Well, that all depends on who you have officiant your wedding. More and more I am hearing stories from couples who had a friend or family member get ordained in order for them to officiate their wedding, but, more often than not, they run into problems when it comes to nerves, showing up late, not knowing how to fill out the marriage license or having the couple fil...

To say that 2020 has been a crazy year is an understatement. Everyone is adjusting to a different normal; businesses have closed, people have lost jobs, most schools are doing distance learning and events have been cancelled. Wow! That is a lot to swallow and it can be a bit depressing at times. I have great news, today's episode is full of joy, fun and encouragement! My guest today is DJ Dominiq from Bouquet Sound and he too was a bit down and discouraged. So what did he do? He decided to ...

Are you one of the many couples who has decided to postpone their wedding? Have you considered keeping your original wedding date and doing an Elopement instead? On todays episode my guest Stacy and I talk about what elopements look like today. This is a great way of being able to keep your original wedding date, keep the traditions you want, while still adding your special touches and save a bit of money. Let's face it, 2020 has really put a damper on so many things, especially weddi...

Have you ever heard the phrase; Happy Life, Happy Wife? Well, today my guest, Dustin Thompson and I talk about marriage from a husbands perspective. Dustin and his beautiful wife, Vy, have been married for 3 years and own a photography business as well as writing an adventure blog full time. I talk with Dustin about how they make their relationship work when they live and work together full time. Dustin is very open about how they met, the proposal, living and working together. He als...

Todays episode is Special for my husband and I. Today we are celebrating our 40th Wedding Anniversary! It has not always been easy, but life is not easy and marriage is no different. We were two very young kids who fell in love and got married when everyone was telling us no. On this episode, my husband and I remineese over the last 40 years and share our story with you. We discuss what we’ve learned, how we have changed and a lot more. So, if you want to hear how it a...

Wedding planners and couples have had to become more creative in this era of COVID 19 when it comes to weddings. With most couples having to postpone, several couples want to keep their original wedding date and with that, new trends are starting when it comes to weddings. On todays episode I go over the various types of Weddings that are taking place. I break them down so that you and your fiancé' can discuss Which type of Wedding best fits your vision and budget. I discuss; Elopeme...

Have you and your partner discussed your financial future and goals beyond just the wedding? If not, it's okay, because you are in luck! On todays episode my guest is Nicole Solis from Northwestern Mutual. She is a Financial Adviser and Planner and we discuss why Financial Planning is important and the steps to take moving forward. So, if you are in the wedding planning stage, newly married, in a second marriage or even if you have been married for awhile, she has some great advise and infor...

I think by now, most of us are going a little stir crazy from being quarantined for so long. If you and your better half have had just a little too much togetherness and are starting to get a bit cranky, well, I have some fun ideas for you to get rid of that crankiness! Tune in as I share some ideas and suggestions to keep your relationship fun and going strong during these very stressful and uncertain times. If you have comments about the show or show ideas, please email me at...

Thousands of people were stuck in another country and many are still unable to get home. Others have had to postpone or cancel travel plans during this current pandemic. We are in crazy times right now and the travel industry is definitely being affected. On today's show, Melissa Land from Elevation Travel joins me to talk about everything that is going on with regards to travel and the travel industry. She offers some great advice and in-site to help you with your travel plans going forwa...

With the current pandemic situation we are all facing, thousands of couples are having to postpone their weddings. Over the last several weeks couples have been reaching out to their vendors and asking; What should we do? Do we cancel? Do we postpone? This is the situation that couples and us in the wedding industry find ourselves in and we are all navigating through it together. In todays episode I, along with my special guest; Nicole Mower from Nicole Mower Weddings & Events, address ...

We are all effected by the craziness of the COVID-19 virus and adjusting to "social distancing". I thought I would try and lighten the mood. In this episode, I asked several Wedding Planners to share some of their more memorable weddings. As a planner, there is never a dull moment and we all have some funny stories to share. Tune in and take your mind off the craziness of the world for a few minutes. I hope you enjoy some of the stories that were shared and that they brought a s...

On this episode I discuss the importance of planning for the unexpected; whether it is a unexpected illness, injury or loss of life. I discuss why it is important to have these difficult conversations and make plans for what you want to avoid misunderstanding or arguments.

Are you in the middle of wedding planning AND trying to plan the perfect Honeymoon too... Well, I got you covered. On todays episode I talk with Melissa Land from Elevation Travel and we are talking all things Honeymoon. She is the Honeymoon Queen and has helped hundreds of couples plan the perfect Honeymoon! She offers some great advice and tips to help you have the perfect Honeymoon so you can start your new journey as husband & wife making some great memories... Melissa can be...

Did you get engaged recently or over the Holiday's and have no clue where to begin? Well, don't worry, on todays episode I go over some wedding planning advice and tips to get you started. This is an exciting time for you and your family, so enjoy... I have put together a Wedding Planning Guide to help you along so you don't feel so stressed and overwhelmed. If you want your FREE copy of my Wedding Planning Guide, email me at: eventsbymaria@outlook.com and put "Planning Guide" on the subject...