(re) Defining Moments is excited about our new blog space on Typepad. We are growing and looking forward to adding more new and innovative content. We look forward to your comments and suggestions.

Our new blog address is http://unbridledimagination.typepad.com.

As always thanks for all of your love and continued support.

Regards,

Karen

This morning I had the pleasure of visiting Avia Savannah and meeting Lisa Martello, Meeting and Events Manager.

Avia opened its doors in Historic Savannah on January 23^rd.

Part of a boutique hotel collection owned by Lodgeworks; Avia embodies the art of living well – infusing authentic, fresh, inspiring design, and the highest levels of service and a sophisticated sense of place.

Avia definitely hit the mark by combining style, modern day appeal, flavor and elegance. Avia has undoubtedly raised the bar in Savannah. The planners and architects for this project left no stone unturned.

Such attention to detail! I Love It!

I was simply blown away!  I am looking forward to booking future weddings and events at this innovative new venue. Like a little kid in the candy store, I experienced all of the delights and pleasures visually possible during my visit. Avia Savannah was everything I expected plus more!

Here are a few pictures that I managed to snap while visiting.

The view from the Terrace is both spectacular and breathtaking! A perfect location for Cocktail Hour!

Fall in love with Avia Savannah – A fabulous host for any event.

Look for more to come from RDM on this exciting, phenomenal venue. Thanks Lisa for making my visit warm and inviting.

Bride and Groom:

Tiffaney Sharee Moore & Damion Charles Randolph

Date Engaged:

September 1, 2007

Where and how did you meet?

We used to work together years ago. We were friends for years before we started dating.

How and where did he propose?

Dame’s proposal was a wonderful, unexpected surprise! We had dated for several years and then broken up for a while. We had starting dating again for about six months before we went on vacation to the Bahamas. On our last night there, Dame wanted to walk on the beach. I was somewhat annoyed and definitely ready to return home after a long week away. The island was beautiful, but very expensive and over commercialized. Had I not been so cranky, I might have been suspicious of his intentions. Dame hates the beach. In general, he avoids it all costs. He has been a “pool” person since a crab bite to the toe as a child. After strolling along the beach and reminiscing over the relaxing experiences that we had all week– aside from the tourist traps– Dame pretended to have been bit by a crab on his toe. He fell to his knees and asked me to marry him on a beautiful Bohemian beach under the stars!

When is your wedding date?

September 25, 2009

Why did you pick the Mansion on Forsyth Park in Savannah, Georgia?

We wanted to offer our guests a beautiful destination site. The charm of historic Savannah, GA was hard to deny. My brother lives in Savannah and most of my family is traveling from Montgomery, AL and Columbia, SC, primarily. Although he is originally from the suburban Philadelphia area, his brother and father have since relocated to the Atlanta area in addition to many of my friends. We found Savannah to be a convenient destination site for all! The Mansion on Forsyth Park is an elegant venue that will offer an upscale experience for our guests.

Where do you reside now?

Philadelphia, PA

Describe Your Dream Wedding

We’ll let our guests tell you about it on September 26!!

Interesting Facts & Tidbits About Your Wedding

No detail is too small–even the room lighting will be changed to fulfill our vision! Hence our need for an extremely detail oriented wedding planner!

Valentine’s Day is tomorrow and I love the fact that it falls on a Saturday. This year is especially exciting for me because I am off! No weddings! Okay, I sort of planned it that way.

James and I usually don’t make a big fuss about Valentine’s Day. For us everyday is special and we are always showering each other with gifts.

This year Valentine’s Day holds a very special meaning for us. We will celebrate 10 years of marriage on the 27^th. I realize that I have been truly blessed with an amazing man. He is my one true love, companion and soul-mate.

Tomorrow my prayer is that each of you make it a point to celebrate that someone special in your life. Make Valentines Day a day to remember for the one you love.

Here are a few ideas that might inspire you!

Renew Your Wedding Vows: Make it a Valentine’s Day you will never forget and renew your vows at the Valentine’s Day Weddings event at the Davenport House Garden. Ceremonies will be offered every 10 minutes and reservations are required. For more information, please call 912.236.8097.

Relax and Indulge: The “Two of a Kind” couple’s massage at The Greenbrier Spa at The Westin Savannah Harbor Resort is the perfect couples retreat.

Lighthouse Lip Lock: Steal a smooch at the top of the Tybee Island Lighthouse. Climb to the top of Georgia’s tallest lighthouse and get a glimpse of Tybee Island, Savannah’s beach.

Give Sweets to your Sweet: Savannah has a tasty treat for your sweet tooth! Candy shops abound in the Historic District filling the air with the sweet smell of handmade confections which are the perfect aphrodisiac or mid-afternoon snack. Stop into Riverstreet Sweets and pick up a little nibble for the one you love.

An Enchanted Evening – Create a romantic evening for two; rent a suite at the Mansion on Forsyth. Have the room decorated with lots of candles and rose petals. Delight your senses with romantic oils and fragrances. Don’t forget the sexy lingerie, chocolates and champagne.

My Personal Favorite – Stay home, get a babysitter, hire a personal chef to whip up a fabulous dinner or sensuous appetizers…including chocolate dipped strawberries, and champagne.

Whatever you decide

Don’t forget the details!

Use your unbridled imagination!

Make it Memorable! Make it Fabulous!

Make it a truly defining moment!

(re) Defining Moments has been awarded the 2009 Bride’s Choice Awards^TM!

In its inaugural year, the Bride’s Choice Awards recognizes and honors vendors from the WeddingWire Network that demonstrate excellent quality of service, responsiveness, professionalism, value of cost and flexibility. The Bride’s Choice Awards are determined exclusively by recent newlyweds through surveys and reviews.

This year’s recipients represent the top three percent of WeddingWire’s vendor community, which includes over 100,000 wedding vendors from across the US.

“We are excited to launch this annual award program to honor high-performing vendors based solely on the experiences of our WeddingWire community,” according to Timothy Chi, WeddingWire’s Chief Executive Officer. “This year’s recipients have set the bar high, exhibiting excellent service and expertise in the wedding industry.”

~A special thanks to all of my clients. Without you this award would not be possible. ~ Karen