THINGS YOU DON'T SAY TO YOUR WIFE!

I don’t know Tim Hawkins and have never seen his performances, but being in the business of love… I totally related to this very funny and very relevant video clip that showed up in my “In Box” recently. While this clip is totally a JOKE and part of his act, I thought I might actually be GOOD advice to the newly engaged men out there who might have not thought about what is and is not a good idea to say to your wife!

She is always wearing your favorite dress, the shoes always look perfect… do not plan the hunting trip on her birthday and DO NOT RECORD YOUR FAVORITE FISHING SHOW OVER YOUR WEDDING VIDEO! Thank goodness you cannot erase DVDs…

Enjoy the clip… I did!

Do you know who Rick Monday is?

Nothing really to do with Treasured Memories or the Wedding and Event world at all, but I was sent this clip today and I found it very intriguing!

Both for the time of year that we are in (baseball playoff race) and the political race we are in... Have you ever heard of Rick Monday!

A great American and I have no idea what his political affiliation is... nor do I care!

Take a look at this video...

Jennifer and Kyle’s OHEKA Castle Wedding!

When Gina Milano from Long Island Wedding and Event Planners Boutique called and said I have a GREAT couple for you to meet, we couldn’t have known just how accurate she was. Jennifer and Kyle had smiles that simply couldn’t be any brighter. It didn’t come as a surprise that their incredible smiles lasted straight throughout their wedding day and into the after-party that continued deep into the morning.

Jennifer and Kyle’s parents and friends could not have been more enjoyable to work with and hang out with! Aunt Mary Kate and I are like peas and carrots now! From the grand majesty of the entrance to Oheka Castle to the incredible view of the gardens and reflecting pools from their bridal suite, there is no place quite like Otto Herman Kahn’s famous castle.

Hit play on the trailer below to watch the bridal party playing bouquet football on the lawn and then take a look at the stunning flowers and lighting in their ballroom. You’ll also enjoy Father John performing a fantastic mass at St. Dominic’s church in Oyster Bay. Their vows and ring exchange were very dramatic and romantic.

Here is their wedding movie trailer giving you a hint of what is to come in their final DVD.

Have you seen The Hamlet Willow Creek yet?

If you’ve ever been to the Hamlet Willow Creek Golf and Country Club in Mt Sinai, its sheer beauty and elegance would overwhelm you immediately. But more importantly when you meet the catering director Barbara Sesskin, you’ll know why the Hamlet Willow Creek couples adore her so much. She is the constant in your wedding planning process, from your first view of the place to the moment you are walking out after your reception; Barbara is there to take perfect care of you and your guests.

You can’t help but enjoy the incredible view of the golf course and your photos and movie will look fantastic with all the flowers around the gazebo. If the weather permits, the outdoor cocktail hour seems to be a favorite with guests, and then once you are enjoying the reception itself, the unique ceiling and light show at the Hamlet Willow Creek is unbeatable.

Take a look at this movie trailer we created for the Hamlet Willow Creek and if you have not booked your venue, take another look at what Barbara and her staff have to offer you at the Hamlet Willow Creek!

ARE YOU READY FOR SOME FOOTBALL !!!

In this highlight clip you will see the Plainedge Bobcats 2007 PeeWee team. Treasured Memories was selected to record their season along with their playoff games. It was an absolute honor and a LOT of fun watching the team and the kids progress during the season. At their end of season party we projected this highlight reel on the big screen to all the kids and their families…. It was a huge hit.

We are pleased to announce that Treasured Memories has been selected to record the entire 2008 season for all of the Plainedge Bobcats teams. We are really looking forward to another exciting football season and will again be projecting the season highlights at the league dinner in January 2009.

This year the Bobcats cheerleaders will also be included in the program… as well as their annual regional competition!

Laura and David's Hamlet Commack Wedding Movie Trailer

From Laura’s incredible dress to David’s very handsome suit, the preparations for their wedding couldn’t have gone any smoother.

In this movie trailer, you will not only see how phenomenal Laura and David looked, but take a look at how great St. Mary’s Church looked and the extraordinary views at The Hamlet Country Club in Commack. We managed to work their favorite past time into their wedding day… they are the self proclaimed King and Queen of Poker! Hosting tournaments at their home often!

We met Laura and her girls first thing in the morning at Cactus Salon and Spa, for her hair and makeup. The staff there as well as the other customers could not have been more excited for Laura… and they were very enthusiastic about the whole thing being recorded.

Working with Michael from North Island Photography was the pleasure it always is. He is a VERY creative photographer and is an absolute pleasure to work with. The guys from Tommy’s Tunes, especially Joe the emcee were on the mark and the party was hoppin all night. If you’ve never seen The Hamlet in Commack, this trailer will give you a glimpse of how awesome a place it actually is! But do enjoy this brief introduction we give you to The Hamlet. Banquet manager John and his staff are TOP NOTCH!

So enjoy their vows, the ring exchange, their candle lighting ceremony as well as the beautiful sky and grounds at The Hamlet… but most of all enjoy this preview of Laura and David’s Love Story…

Danielle and Keith's East Wind Movie Trailer

Danielle and Keith were terrific to work with and Dakota their daughter is SOOOOO adorable! You won’t see it here in this trailer but it is evident in their spoken words that the birth of their daughter has made their lives so wonderfully fulfilled (wait till the finished movie for that stuff).

Tom from Thomas Paul Photography and Ralph from High Energy Entertainment worked together seamlessly with Tony and Dave our cinematographers. Everyone complimented the perfect service at East Wind Country Gardens, but that is expected.

Take a look, Danielle wore a beautiful and unique dress that everyone complimented, in fact Dakota wore the same dress. That totally excited both the Danielle and Keith. Pastor Joe was so funny as usual during the ceremony. He can always be expected to do a great job. Dave say’s that Danielle’s Maid of Honor Theresa was a panic! Apparently she has a great sense of humor and was great to work with; plus she had PLENTY to say when the camera was on her. OH… and so did Danielle’s mom!

Stay tuned for the movie! It’s coming soon…

Kristine and Greg at the Glen Cove Mansion!

Kristine couldn’t have looked more radiant, even in the cool bridal shorts and tank-top she was wearing when I arrived at the incredible Glen Cove Mansion.

Her bridal party and her Mom were totally fun and they really seemed to enjoy our approach to telling Kristine and Greg’s story for their wedding movie. Greg and his guys looked charming when we first saw them in the mansion library.

You could really feel the excitement build as we got closer and closer to the ceremony. And what a beautiful ceremony it was… the weather was great and so were their vows. Naturally, it was followed by what can only be described as an awesome reception.

Tina Dalgish was a fantastic photographer and we enjoyed working together. It was fun to chat about our mutual friend once we discovered we had one. The staff at the Glen Cove Mansion did their normal fantastic job and the place never looked better. Check out their cool new chairs! Jerry Kravat’s Manhattan Rhythm Machine band really kept the party hopping and the compliments for them never seemed to stop.

Here is Kristine and Greg’s “Wedding Movie” trailer… we’re looking forward to producing their complete movie soon!

The Beauty of Southern California!

What can possibly be said about the beauty of Southern California that has not already been said? Well, you could start with Michelle Caiazza!

Then add Dustin Conard, a little Huntington Beach Hyatt Regency and an incredible looking bridal party and you’ve got Southern California beauty that had not previously been experienced!

While our East Coast style of wedding video might have been a little bit of a revelation to Michelle and Dustin, they could not have been more open, cooperative and interested in sharing their “Love Story”.

From the men’s golf outing and the ladies shopping spree to our retrospective interview concluding their wedding celebration events… Michelle and Dustin were the ideal couple who as a seasoned veteran of the wedding business love to work with!

Despite the unseasonably cool weather, the Huntington Beach Hyatt was more spectacular than the couple could have imagined, and Brooke Keegan of Details Details had each and every desire of Michelle and Dustin coordinated perfectly. We worked together with Josef Isayo their photographer to collectively capture their day in the most elegant and artistic fashion!

Here is a small preview of their wonderful wedding day!

Everyone LOVES the Circus!

Jericho’s George A. Jackson Elementary School did an awesome job at their 5th grade Circus! And what an honor it was to be selected to record it for them!

Between Alex Wolf, the photographer for the event (who introduced me to the Jackson School PTA), Lori Caputo and the PTA staff, and Jackson’s principal and wonderful teachers… plus Ann Dorwin and her “National Circus Project” staff… What a nice diversion from our wonderful world of Weddings and Mitzvahs.

This is a brief but exciting highlight reel from their circus.