Archive for May, 2008
“Last Night a Photographer Saved My Life…”
Kimberly & Jonathan could not have asked for a more beautiful day for their wedding at the Drumore Estate in Pequea, PA. The ceremony was held in the garden on the grounds under a blue sky. The cocktail hour was held on various patios and on a lawn surrounding the estate, with a live duo playing Irish tunes. The guests then make their way into the dining area. That is when someone turned to me and asked “Where is the DJ�?. Jonathan said they left numerous messages but had not received any response. Long story short, I pull out my powerbook and start making playlists. I turn to the Irish Band and they contribute their gear and next thing you know, I am now the impromtu DJ on the “wheels of steel�. I must say it was quite fun. I had a 70’s & 80’s section, and then a little “Swing�. But the most important song I happen to have on my computer was their first dance song. Talk about divine intervention! Based on the number of people I had dancing, I think my first gig as a DJ was a hit. I even started taking requests!
So there are two morals to this story. One, meet the actual people/vendors that will be on site the day of your wedding before you hire anyone. Also, don’t be afraid to ask for references from previous brides. All of my clients are family to me, and I love when there are interactions between my previous brides and stories shared. The second moral to the story is: hire me for your wedding and you will have no worries.
“Remember JC DOBBS on South”
All native Philadelphia folk have a shared history. You can tell a lot from a fellow based on the bars they visited or remember in the city that are not there anymore. One such gem we hit upon was J.C. Dobbs. This was one of the few places left in Philadelphia to hear live music from up and coming bands (Nirvana, Pearl Jam & Green Day graced this stage to name a few). Dobbs closed in 1996, and was replaced by The Pontiac Grille, but it was never the same.
Fast forward to 2008, Kathryn & Dan will soon have there wedding & J.C. Dobbs returns to South St. It is a hell of a year for love and the music scene in Philadelphia!
I loved hearing the story behind this event. The pictures are FABULOUS as always.
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