First Comes Love Podcast

How have you been doing in the days and times of Covid?  Have your goals and dreams shifted?   If so, let's discuss the PIVOT!  There are 5 keys steps to make pivoting your goals into a success.   This week's episode ends our 1st season of First Comes Love Podcast.  Our Next season begins on November 4th.  We are practicing what we preach, in terms of the word Pivot, as we are pivoting the podcast.  Starting in November, we are focusing First Comes Love completely on You!  Loving yourself first.  Yep, you can't been good at loving anyone until you love #1.  Self care and self love is our going to take you beyond your 'Epic Day' and lead you equipped and ready for anything that comes ahead in your journey.   Be sure to subscribe so you don't miss a moment of our next season.  Thank you for listening and supporting First Comes Love! First Comes Love Podcast is a Little Photo Bus Production.  Follow www.LittlePhotoBus.com for the best photo booth company in the cutest vintage VW buses in the PNW.  Best sure to follow our Instagram is @LittlePhotoBusofPortland to follow to fun when we are on the road. Follow Little Photo Bus INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/littlephotobusofportland/

If you are looking for ways to be good to other humans and wanting tips on being good to our Mother Earth, this episode is going to fill your 'Lorax' spirit!  You know, Dr. Seuss's Lorax?  That adorable character who loves planet earth and her gifts, especially the trees! Jaime Ta, with Jaime Ta Creative, shares great tips on sustainability throughout your wedding event, or any event gathering.  Getting to know Jaime and her business was such a pleasure as we got to know her spiritual gifts and personality as well, and we go in deep with defining the Emmeagram in this episode. We also learn about ways Jaime has given back to her community through her event planning business.  One of those ways is through a new website, that she and a friend created called VendorsofColor.com.  Explore the talents and the endless creative gifts from wedding vendors here in the PNW, who happen to be People of Color. Jaime is part of the August 1st, 2020, WeddingFestPDX.  Through this Virtual Wedding Planning Party is how we got connected with Jaime, and we are so glad we did!  Jaime Ta has a servants heart, and it is evident with her selfless desire to share and give tools to help couples prepare to their epic day.  You can find may tools and information on her website at www.JaimeTaCreative.com.  Jaime's gorgeous Instagram is @jaime.ta. You can learn more about the Wedding Fest PDX at https://www.weddingfestpdx.com, or their Instagram at @weddingfestpdx. Vendors of Color is at https://www.vendorsofcolor.com. Do you want to learn more about Enneagram? https://www.enneagraminstitute.com/type-descriptions.  You can take a test with the Enneagram Institute, or search for tests that a offered for free on the web. First Comes Love Podcast is a Little Photo Bus Production.  Follow www.LittlePhotoBus.com for the best photo booth company in the cutest vintage VW buses in the PNW.  Best sure to follow our Instagram is @LittlePhotoBusofPortland to follow to fun when we are on the road. Follow Little Photo Bus INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/littlephotobusofportland/

There's nothing quite as fun as seeing your guest's eyes light up when they see the beautiful extras at your wedding.  Today's podcast guest is in the business of putting her clients names and dreams in lights!  MacKenzie Skipper is the creator and owner of Alpha Lit Marquee Letters.  MacKenzie turned her wedding must-have want into something she could share with the world, well USA (right now) anyways!  After MacKenzie started Alpha Lit of Dallas, she licensed it into 40, (and counting) additional locations and her little empire is still growing.  Imagine, having your last name, the word LOVE, or I DO lighting up the nights sky on your wedding day.  Alpha Lits Marquee Letters make it easy to feel like an absolute star! Check out their website at www.AlphaLitLetters.com, and go to locations to find one near you.  MacKenzie's Instagram is @AlphaLitDallas, which is full of inspiration, from birthdays, wedding, corporate events, or any special moment. You can also find Alpha Lit Letters at the www.WeddingFestPDX.com which is on August 1st, 2020.  This day-long virtual wedding planning party is perfect to do from your couch and yoga pants.  Imagine getting it all done in a day! First Comes Love Podcast is a Little Photo Bus Production.  Follow www.LittlePhotoBus.com for the best photo booth company in the cutest vintage VW buses in the PNW.  Best sure to follow our Instagram is @LittlePhotoBusofPortland to follow to fun when we are on the road. Follow Little Photo Bus INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/littlephotobusofportland/

If you want to keep your guests at your party, well it's all about the music!  And choosing the best professional is so much easier after you've listening to Matt Kurowski, founder of Stumptown DJs.  Matt has been DJ-ing various events for over 11 years and he has support staff the will fit into anyone's genre, anyone personality, and even budget.  Whether you are planning an event in Portland, or you are living across the country, Matt is going to enlighten you with his vast experience. Today's episode is pretty packed with awesome information, but you can hear more about DJ's at WeddingFestPDX.com, where Matt will be one of the fabulous speakers.  WeddingFestPDX is August 1st, 2020, and it is a perfect Wedding Planning Party you can enjoy from your couch! Matt and his team are always available for questions, and they are always professional with a joyful personality.  Find Matt at https://stumptowndjs.com Follow Stumptown DJs on their Instagram at @StumptownDJs. First Comes Love Podcast is a Little Photo Bus Production.  Follow www.LittlePhotoBus.com for the best photo booth company in the cutest vintage VW buses in the PNW.  Best sure to follow our Instagram is @LittlePhotoBusofPortland to follow to fun when we are on the road. Follow Little Photo Bus INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/littlephotobusofportland/

Wedding Planning has been looking a little different from just a few months ago.  Covid-19 as changed the existence of big wedding expos, venue open houses and even wedding crawls.  None of us are sure how long until these vital planning resources will come alive again.  And some couples are hungry and excited to get back to planning.  Heck...get back to engagement life!   Now there is a new option for wedding planning and it can be done from the seat of your cozy futon. Anna Zamir is a professional event producer.  After Covid changed her upcoming years scheduled events, she created a virtual wedding planning party that is unique and may just change the wedding show industry in the coming years!  Or at least bring to the market a fresh concept.   Anna partnered will her friend, and former co-worker, Nicole Herinckx of Zilla Events, and the two designed a day long wedding show and educational forum with over 20+ experts in the industry.  (Yes, the number has grown since this episode was recorded!) Introducing Wedding Fest PDX, Portland's 1st virtual wedding show, which can be enjoyed around the world.  Meet vendors in the Portland community who will give all the tips in planning your perfect day.  Meet the planners, photographers, mixologists, DJ's, signage companies, photo boothers, and so much more.  These experts will share their vast knowledge to assist you, inspire you and give you ease and unstressed the process.  The event takes place in your living room, on August 1st, 2020.  Get your space reserved at https://www.weddingfestpdx.com.  Check out the speakers and vendors here: https://www.weddingfestpdx.com/speakers, and https://www.weddingfestpdx.com/vendors Wedding Fest PDX's Instagram is at https://www.instagram.com/weddingfestpdx/ This episode was brought to you by Little Photo Bus of Portland.  Find us at www.LittlePhotoBus.com, Or follow us on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/littlephotobusofportland/. For more information about this episode or other wedding planning episodes on First Comes Love Podcast, follow our Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/firstcomeslovethepodcast/  

Once you are a married couple, financial responsibilities and goals become so important to the overall financial health of your new family.  It is important for your future to saving money, and be protected in the event of something catastrophic happening. Post wedding day must dos such as reassigning your beneficiaries, creating a will, updating all the different types of insurance, need immediate attention.  Or have you and your spouse discussed the day someone outside your household wants to borrow money.  How will that be handled? This is our second episode on Money Matters, but unlike episode #18 which was pre-marital, this episode is Post Marital.  Because things are easily remember numerically, we offer the 12 step points.  This is a terrific episode for any stage of marriage, especially if proper care to these protective measures has not been done.  Enjoy the episode, and please pass along to someone you know who can also benefit.

There's an old saying, “Fools say that they learn by experience. I prefer to profit by others experience”.  In this episode, I will be sharing some great pointers on how to talk about money matters.  It can be a tough subject to handle, but understand the best ways to start the conversation is key.  So is planning and budgeting, and we cover some great questions to ask and have answered before you say "I DO".  In the back half of this episode, I share the What Not to Do's and these pearls of wisdom come from the perceptive of past mistakes many couples, including myself, have made. Since the #1 reason for divorce or even problems couples have is money matters, this episode is a must listen, and one to share too.

Todays episode is like a history lesson.  It's the complete history and understanding of the old English rhyme, Something Old, Something New, Something Borrowed and Something Blue, and a Sixpence in her Shoe.  This old fashioned saying has been celebrated as a gathering of tokens for good luck for 2 centuries now. Learn everything you ever wanted to know about this mantra, and explore some fun ideas of how to incorporate these items in your day. We introduced the LEIO - Live Events Industry of Oregon coalition at the end of this episode.  If you are a Oregon Event Vendor, or business owner, please sign our petition to support our community through the economic issues of COVID -19. www.LEIOREGON.com.  Go to Join the Coalition and sign to support the community! 

If your wedding budget is $500, $5000 or even more and you are looking for ways to stretch every dollar, than this episode is for you!  Portland Bride School Workshop has great advice for savings tips, but today this information is for free and freely given by Sarah Nadler of Sarah's Weddings.  

Get your body the best chance for immunity has never been more important than now.  With the Cover-19 virus, we have been schooled on washing our hands and not touching our pretty faces, but no one is talking about making sure your body is strong to fight the disease from attacking.   Jorji Jett is a trained and certified NutraCeutical Consultant for Isotonics, a leading vitamin company of Market America.  For 24 years, Jorji has been working with doctors and patients in living a healthy life from within. On this episode, Jorji tells us the primary vitamins that will keep your body in offensive mode.  She also discusses the vitamins and minerals that will make you look your VERY best on your big wedding day. Jorji Jett can be found at www.HealthwithJorji.com Also check out her Instagram at @jorjijett

We are still struggling with uncertainty during this COVID-19 crisis, and couples are struggling with find the right answer to whether stick with their Wedding Date, or change it.  If you are getting married in the next 60 days, the answer has been made for you, change it. If you are struggling to figure out what is best for you and your soul-mate human, this episode was made for you! We discuss the reasons you may want to consider postponing, and then give you the actionable steps to do so. As a bonus, we give you great tips from Your Perfect Bridemaid owner, Kim Morrill, on how to keep yourself motivated about your wedding date and distracted from the crazy we are living with right now. Check out Your Perfect Bridemaid's complete Blog Post we refer to here: https://www.yourperfectbridesmaid.com/covid19-and-your-wedding And be sure to check out our Instagram at @firstcomeslovethepodcast

The Corona Virus is changing the 2020 wedding season, and because of that, these are definitely unprecedented times.  Couples are having to choose between wedding dates going on as planned, or having to change the date of their big day.  Sadly, some of these changes are being made for them with state decisions to quarantine individuals and temporarily close businesses.  If you are caught up in the uncertainty and unclear about emergency language in a contract, then this episode is for you!   We will give the truth about deposits and why vendors may enforce their non-refundable stance.  We also give you 9 actionable steps to help you make changes to your event if the virus has effected you and your wedding plans. We bring on the expert, Michael Jonas who is the Principal Attorney Owner of Rational Unicorn Legal Services LLC.  Michael is a community minded business attorney who focuses on assisting entrepreneurs, artists, creatives and small businesses. Michael also hosts and co-produces a podcast called, “All of Your Business.” through his creative company My Creative Vitality LLC. For a complementary 30-minute consultation, You may reach his firm at: https://rationalunicornlegalservices.com/contact You may also find Michael and the his incredible Rational Unicorn team of legal experts on... Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rationalunicornlegalservices/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rationalunicornlegalservices/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/rational-unicorn-legal-services/  

Recessionals and Send-offs are two little details that photographers can have so much fun with when capturing the moment, especially if they are done in a unique and fun way.  The recessional is the moment you both can walk with ease.  Pressure's off!!  Stress is gone.  Go ahead and sashay your way down the aisle, or chose to wave like a princess.  Or what about the evening's end?  A send-off is an amazing way to cap off the party and send you on your way to your life long adventure together.  Deyla Huss is a well-published photographer who creates beautiful magic in the photographs!  This episode Deyla shares great ideas that will have you thinking of recessionals and send-offs that best fit you and your personality!

Special Touches make your Wedding Day so much more rememberable.  And a cute little trailer serving delicious drinks, well that's pretty awesome!  These Mobile Bars have become so popular the past severals years and are espically perfect for your barn style wedding, out in the forest, at the beach, or so many other outdoorsy options. There are several questions that you need to ask before you hire.  Like who brings the booze?  How many differents types of drinks can be served?   How about those specialty drinks named after the couple?  We love those! Shirey Bukowski, of The Swig Rig, answers the questions you need to know before you sign the contract.  This episode transcends to all wedding areas, and gives you the information that will make you thirst for one of these trailers! Visit www.TheSwigRig.com, or check out their social @TheSwigRig

Who will help you with all the details of preparing for your wedding day?  Did you know that 19% of all couples have chosen to go with a wedding planner?    It can be so confusing in determining who you want, or need, to work with.  Will you choose a Wedding Planner? A Wedding Coordinator? Wedding Designer, Or what about a Day of Coordinator?  This episode explains each type of assistant, and who best will do the job to make your day Epic! Kim Morrill, with Your Perfect Bridesmaid has over 11 years of experience working with couples to complete their wedding dreams.  Kim understands all aspects of Wedding Planning and coordination.  So will you after this episode! To learn more about Kim, and her incredible team, go to www.yourperfectbridesmaid.com, @YourPerfectBridesmaid

Communicating with your lover is so easy to do day-to-day...but add some stress like wedding planning, (and good gaaawd!)things can get a little more challenging!  Nicole with Zilla is not only a Wedding Coordinator, but also a Wedding Life Coach.  You say Whaaat?  Nicole is equipped with the tools that keep lines of communication open and honest, keep peace and assisting in giving everyone a voice in their epic day and beyond. You can find Nicole Herinckx on Instagram @zillaevents Website: www.zillaevents.com Our listeners will receive a Free consult at https://www.zillabride.com/schedule

This episode talks about Anniversaries.  Thinking it's a little early to be thinking about your anniversary when you're still in the wedding planning stage? Think Again! This episode gives you ideas to prep before the nuptials.  Also, did you get engaged this Valentines Day?  Come visit the #PortlandVenueCrawl which is on March 21st.  This is a Wedding Show you just should not miss! For Tickets, or more information www.PortlandVenueCrawl.com, also check out www.ArtofWeddingsPDX.com for Fabulous wedding pros!  Enter MarchVIP50 for 50% off your tickets!

Creating a guest list can be a really fun activity for couples to do together. Realizing all the people you love are going to come and celebrate you, enriches the excitement! But there may be some concerns. Such as limits on guest count because of venue space. The affordability of long guest list. Or how to split up a guest list between friends, extended family, or even guest invites at your parent's request. Join our expert, Karin Webster of Blue Bonsai Printing, who shares great tips on getting through the process! Find Karin Webster at www.bluebonsaiprinting.com Instagram at @bluebonsaiprinting  

Food is not only essential for life, it is the center of everything Social! And if you are looking for a caterer for your next event, this is an episode not to miss!  Rob Lester of Divine Catering. Rob shares his extensive knowledge about the catering business. Learn what should be included in a contract, and how to taste a meal before committing. Rob shares his knowledge that can help anyone looking for a caterer, anywhere. This episode is not only an education about catering, but you will also learn how Rob almost became a star on a leading TLC episode...but only almost, LOL!

The wedding ceremony, itself, is a HUGE and VERY IMPORTANT  part of the wedding day!  And choosing the perfect person to officiate can be a little nerve-racking and difficult when you are not sure how, or more importantly who!  Our guest, Dee Richardson with Diva Matters Ministry, shares her experience of working with couples as their officiant.  We learn the differences between a religious and non-religious officiants, a celebrant, or work with a family member or friend whose licensed through the Universal Life Church.  On this episode we will learn how Dee works with her clients and how the process works in preparing lasting vows. Dee also shares great ideas for the unity portion of the ceremony.  Learn about something new, going beyond the traditional Unity Candle. Dee Richardson of Diva Matter Ministry can be found at www.divamattersministry.com Diva Matters Ministry Instagram is @divamattersministry Diva Matter Ministry Facebook is www.facebook.com/DivaMattersMinistry Dee's current favorite book is "The Quiet Mind"

The Little Photo Bus was created with the start of liquid fun and great friendship!  This episode is the behind the scene story of how the Little Photo Bus of Portland and Spokane came to be.  Back in 2017, Deanna Haggerty, and your host, Chrissy Dunham, began this amazing photo booth experience which has entertained our followers, and our markets, for almost 3 years.  Hear how it all began and then find out more about the Little Photo Bus on our website, www.LittlePhotoBus.com.  

Venue Tours/Crawls are one of the best ways to help plan a wedding in today's modern age.  Walking into an event that is set up to look, and feel, as a wedding can really get a couple's imagination, and creative juices flowing!  Art of Wedding PDX will introduce you to the concept of tours (also known as crawls), and if you don't have one in your area, you will want to have one!  This episode will go even deeper into maximizing the options in wedding show soon.  Learn deeper, the ways to find vendors.

Barbie Howard is the producer and owner of several large wedding shows across the country.  She will share with you her journey into this incredible, and ever changing business and share with you information for the upcoming show in Portland on January 18th & 19th, 2020.  After the interview, I share with you useful tips to maximize your wedding show time! Plan to attend the Portland Bridal Show?  Go to www.portlandbridalshow.com and use discount code WEDDING, for some savings on your tickets! $7 advance tickets, $20 at the door Follow Portland Bridal Show's Wedding IG at @PortlandBridalShow   

Are you newly engaged and looking for some practical advice for the next step forward in creating an epic wedding day?  First Comes Love Podcast is the perfect companion to have along with you during your engagement journey. We take you to into the back world and the epicenter of wedding planning.  Learn from the experts to the questions you hadn't thought to ask! This episode is the One about First Comes Love Podcast!