Check out this recent article in the most recent issue of  The Blade!

Nice, eh?

Good!

Happy planning!

It’s really difficult to see clients go.  Good, bad or indifferent, I become attached.

To celebrate this couple, and wish them 1 last week of “Engagement Bliss” here are some gorgeous pictures!  Enjoy!

*sniffle

Ho hum.  Breaking up is so hard to do.  They all become my “kids”

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Photography by Larita Massey

I am doing a little reflecting (soul searching) today and thinking deeply about the very positive happenings this week (sometimes I get in these moods).  I guess I cannot take all the credit for this reflection – it was actually spurred by a conversation I had with one of my assistants over the telephone.

As the owner of the firm, one thing I must do is listen intently to everyone without judgment – even if I disagree with what they are saying.  Then, I reflect, come to terms, and make decisions – because I operate my company with integrity, responsibility, fairness and professionalism – and I expect that those four characteristics are within everyone who works with me.  I want the best of the best from the people I work with – and I am satisfied with nothing less.  I am kind of hard that way.

Gay marriage is a hot button issue for me.  It’s one of the very few issues that will make or break a candidate in an election year.  It goes beyond professionalism and being a Smithie (which I am very proud of).  Actually, I’m not sure why it’s even an issue that I have to vote on.  For me, it’s about the very foundation of what this country is – Family, Love, Life, the Pursuit of happiness – for everyone.  Everyone has the right.

I could probably say this about a lot of things.

Anyhoo, I think it’s Murphy’s law that you have to fight to obtain the rights that are already afforded to you.  It’s happened time, and time again.  After you get them, you will have to fight many years to keep, enforce, and live a solemn life.

Because children should grow up in loving and happy families – I must say that I am extremely proud of DC for stepping up – and taking positive steps.  We are the model for what others should – and hopefully, will be.  Who knew it could and would happen in DC?  Call me a pessimist (lots of people do).

Happy reflecting!

Thanks to Kelly Prizel for this remarkable photograph.

So today I am talking to the mature bride, Bride marrying for the second or third time, the lesbian couple, or anyone who does not necessarily want to wear a dress or wedding gown, but wants to maintain a look of soft femininity. A beautiful suit – paired with just a flower gracing the hair, or a fabulous cage veil – creates a very sophisticated and feminine look. I’m going to show a lot of white suits, but the suit doesn’t necessarily have to be white.

Enjoy!

Suits are from Neimen Marcus, Bon Ton, Dillards, Grand Pointe, Midnight Velvet

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Love is all around us and should be shouted from rooftops. A union built out of love and mutual respect is rare – and when found – should be celebrated.

We very much enjoy – and want to continue – helping same sex couples celebrate one of life’s most special and intimate moments – a moment that will be savored and remembered forever. We look forward to the day when all are afforded equal protection and rights under the states governments.

Whatever the case may be – we will continue to embrace all people and treat them with the due respect and professionalism that everyone very much deserves.

I want to thank the photographers, Kelly Prizel and Lara Swanson, for their absolutely amazing and touching photographs.

Happy planning!

The DC council voted overwhelmingly to legalize same sex marriage in the District. It’s an historic day!

Take a look

It’s a positive step, and absolutely – the right thing to do! I am proud of the District and am extremely happy for the LGBT community!

Way to go!

We look forward to helping you celebrate one of life’s greatest moments!

Happy planning!