Its expensive but worth it!!

Marianna and I have always had the attitude that we would rather do without that have something just because its cheap. For example, we didn't buy a Dining Room set until our 3rd year of marriage because she refused to buy from Ikea, the Brick or Bad boy furniture. Because of all the Italian weddings we had shot her expectation was nothing less than we saw.

Honestly when it came to household furniture I would have been happy with Canadian Tire. The TV on the other hand had to be Sony. At least 53" large screen xbr.

Today we make quality decisions everyday. It could be the food you eat or the toliet paper you buy. After 10 years of marriage our partnership has reach the point where we are not only working for ourselves but to teach our children. The choices we make influence.

How does this effect you?

Well for my exisiting couples who are getting married this summer, you already have most of what you need booked. You're probably deciding on a Honeymoon. Here is my advice. Don't go!!!

Well not right away. Wait a few months until all the guests have left. Get your life started in the right direction. Then book the most kick ass vacation ever.

Marianna and I listed 5 places in the world we HAD to go to. Then called the travel agent to find us prices (the internet was not so popular then). We choose Paris. I can always say I went to Paris on my honeymoon. Oh - it was on sale - spent 3750$ including fight, hotel and food for 8 days. Did not include purses, gifts and bottle of cognac for parents!!!

For our new clients.

This will come out self serving but I dont care. 25 years after your wedding Photography, Video and your Wedding rings are the only things that will be a constant memory of your special day. These are the only things that get passed onto your children. Don't book based on price. Based on quality.

For Example:
Diamonds with few flaws, or inclusions, are very rare and highly valued. Inclusions are natural identifying characteristics such as minerals or fractures, appearing while formed in the earth. They may look like tiny crystals, clouds or feathers.

Below is a really bad diamond - It 2.23 carats but the color is terrible and the clarity the worse. But its still selling for $6150

2.24

K

I1

EGL

60.1%

59%

None

G/G

Excellent

$6150

This diamond is ONLY .72 less than a carat but its more expensive!! Thats because QUALITY always wins.

0.72

D

IF

GIA

61.9%

57%

None

VG/VG

Signature Ideal

$6555