Howerton+Wooten Events Blog. The musings of a Maryland Wedding and Event Planner

Labor is Tough!

Labor is tough!!!

Relax and enjoy.  We are back at work tomorrow!

Happy Labor Day!

Love & Soul Always, Kay

Happy Independence Day!

Happy Independence Day!

 

All of us at Howerton+Wooten Events are hanging out at the park today and enjoying some hamburgers and fireworks.  We will be back on Monday to show more event planning love!

 

Enjoy the holiday!

 

Love & Soul Always, Kay

Father/Daughter Wedding Songs in honor of "Fat Daddy"

When it comes to dads, I have always felt as if I hit the lottery.

My dad, affectionately known as "Fat Daddy," is one of the most wise, sweetest, funniest, and most patient men I have ever known (hands down).

Fat Daddy is not much of a dancer, so we didn't have a father/daughter dance at my wedding.  But, if we did, I would have picked one of the songs below.  <Please forgive me.  This gets a little mushy>

This Michael Jackson hit would be my first choice because no one "has my back" more than my dad.  Wait!  Allow me to clarify -- No one had my back more BEFORE I met my husband (sorry baby!)

 

When I was a kid, my mother was my biggest (and loudest) cheerleader, but Fat Daddy was the quite force that fueled my self esteem.  So, I have always found this song to be appropriate  for a Father/Daughter dance.

Just The Way You Are.  Because he always makes me feel as if his love is 100% unconditional.

Honor your dad and remember to tell him that you love him today and every day.  Happy Fathers Day to all of the cool dads out there!  Your impact reaches much further than you will ever know.

 

Love & Soul Always, Kay

Remember Dad This Weekend!

 

At the end of my junior year of college, I gave my dad (affectionately known as Fat Daddy) a father's day card that read,

"Give me a D"

"Give me an A"

"Give me a D"

"What does that spell?"

"Give me, give me, give me!"

Sound familiar?

If your dad is bankrolling your wedding day, remember to take a moment this weekend to show him how much you appreciate his love and generosity!

Have a great weekend!

Love & Soul Always, Kay

Happy Memorial Day

  

Let us never forget the men and women that have given their lives for our country.  We are truly grateful to you (and your family members) for your sacrifice in exchange for our freedom.

Today: Several members of my family served in numerous branches of the military over the years.  To say that I am proud of them and their service is an understatement.  Before I enjoy that holiday steak this evening, my family and I will be still for a moment of silence in their honor.

For your wedding day: If you are on the hunt for ideas to honor a late family member on your wedding day, check out Latrice Cushenberry's post.

Happy Memorial Day

Love & Soul Always, Kay

(Photo: wikimedia)

St. Patrick's Day Love -- Wedding Planner Style

Some celebrate St. Patrick's Day with a keg of green beer, but I prefer the lime green manolos that caused SATC's Carrie to become "runway roadkill" in Season 4.

Or how about a pair of luxurious green slingbacks designed by Christian Louboutin

 

Or how about this creamy Starbucks Green Tea Frappuccino (with no whipped cream, of course)?  Wait! Wha??!?

Okay, okay.  I couldn't help myself.  I gave up Starbucks for lent and I needed to dream a little.

Sigh. Back to the shoes . . .

Love & Soul Always, Kay

(Photos: ew.com and starbucks)

Product Love: Valentine's Day Cup Cakes from Red Velvet Cupcakery

  

This morning, my Guy surprised me with some Valentine's Day cup cakes, a few special relationship coupons, and a card that he wrote himself.  So sweet.

The cupcakes came from the Red Velvet Cupcakery and they are so good. Yes, I enjoyed a cupcake (or two) for breakfast!

I have never been to the Red Velvet Cupcakery, but they definitely have a new fan in me.  The cupcakes on my plate are Red Velvet with Cream Cheese Frosting, Vanilla Bean Cake with Madagascar Bourbon Vanilla Frosting, American Yellow Butter Birthday Cake with Milk Chocolate Ganache, and Chocolate Buttermilk Cake with Bittersweet Chocolate Ganache.

My favorite was the Vanilla Bean Cupcake.  And that Madagascar Bourbon Vanilla Frosting was something else!

For those of you interested in incorporating cupcakes into your wedding day, check them out.  They are available for special orders and catering.

One funny little note.  My Guy's note talks about everything that he loves about our marriage and how it all started on our August 24, 1986 wedding day.  1986!  Dude, weren't you still in high school in 1986?!?  He meant to say 1996.  It must have felt like dog years, right?

Happy Valentine's Day everyone!

Love & Soul Always, Kay

Many Blessings in the New Year

In the New Year may we remember
Today's decisions shape tomorrow's outcomes
That living each moment the best we can
Creates a harmonious life.

May we remember
By holding fast to integrity
Others see we are trustworthy.

When times are rough
May we remember to turn in
To our close and ready Source of comfort.

On New Year's and every day
May we remember that each new moment
Can be a fresh beginning.

And may we especially remember that
Personal peace preserved leads to
World peace, well deserved.

This prayer for reflection and meditation on personal and world peace is by Susan Kramer

 

 

Love & Soul Always, Kay

 

 

Christmas Joy

 

May you experience pure joy today, tomorrow and every day!

Love your family.  Be thankful for your blessings.  And enjoy the holidays!

Love & Soul Always, Kay

 

 

 

(Photo: USAID Zambia)

Gratitude

 

 

I am grateful . . .

 

For my wedding bosses (aka clients).  I consider it an honor and blessing that you allow me to be a part of an incredibly important moment in your life.  Thank you for believing in Howerton+Wooten Events

 

 For my corporate bosses (aka clients).  Your business keeps my meeting planning skills sharp and DC connections strong.  Thank you for hiring Howerton+Wooten Events for your conference needs.

 

For my industry partners.  We know that we cannot run an event by ourselves and we are grateful for the convention & visitors bureaus, photographers, caterers, floral designers, and beautiful venues that help us create our memorable conferences and events.

 

For this blog's readers.  I am a late bloomer -- I never even heard of blog postings before I entered the world of weddings.  This has been an incredibly fun ride and I am grateful to all of you that have stuck with me as I still learn how to write blog postings.  (This stuff is much harder than it looks!)

 

For my health.  This year more than any year.  I can assure you that everyone who has shown me  compassion and support as I make myself good as new will never be forgotten.  I am grateful.  More than you know. 

 

For my siblings, my girlfriends, and all of the new pals that I have met this year.  My blessings have come from the most amazing people (some of whom I have never met in person).  I am 100% sure that I couldn’t have pulled this year off without you.

 

And most of all, for my two guys.  My husband and son's love and support keeps me going, makes me laugh, and makes me feel loved.  Because of them, I am completely satisfied.

 

Thank you all so much for everything that you do.  Having you in my life is a true blessing.

 

Happy Thanksgiving!

 

Love & Soul Always, Kay