To say this day was the epitome of what one considers magical or fairy tale like, would be an understatement!! The beginning of or more so the continuation of our happily ever after was everything I dreamed of and more, because this reality was far better than any dream one could ever have!

Working with Angela has been one of the greatest experiences of my life, as she was more than the most amazing, rock star wedding planner in the world, she was a friend! I believe this is why she puts together the most out of this world dream weddings, as she gets to know her couples and puts THEM in each and every detail, therefore the wedding is unique to them. When I think of Angela and her ability to capture your hearts desires into the most perfect, magical day that begins your lives together as Mr. And Mrs., a quote has come to mind

The best and most beautiful things in the world cannot be seen or even touched – they must be felt with the heart.
Helen Keller

Angela feels with her heart and soul, and puts nothing less into your wedding day!! She loves LOVE and it shows in each and every heartfelt detail and every communication! It was important to me to have our Happily Ever After an expression of My Forever and me, and our Angel’s, for it to be filled with romance (I am the romantic), nature (I am a tree hugger), and a modern edge (My Forever) and the result was nothing short of BREATH TAKING!! Our wedding day was filled with little touches that made it unique, and Angela was there every step of the way making all my dreams a SWEET reality!

The whole wedding day was spectacular, from start to finish, I did not ever feel one ounce of stress, it was filled with giggles and laughter, and some mishaps (aka our limo “Dorothy” was not feeling well), and the best part was the kind of love that makes your heart race, your body tingle, and your soul feel like it is going to burst and shower everyone around you with LOVE and happiness!!

The reception room was sooo breath takingly beautiful, it brought tears to my eyes (I never even cried during our ceremony)!! Seriously, Angela creates magic mixed with emotion creating the kind of ambience that screams HAPPILY EVER AFTER!!

My one wish for future brides is to experience the magical day that begins their happily ever after as Mr. And Mrs. the way I got to experience it, in the loving, friendship and talented filled hands of the ladies of Sweet Occasions!!

As most of you know sometimes the off season offers some amazing discounts!  Sweet Occasions has been working with our preferred vendors this season to get a winter ceremony special up and ready for all our 2012 winter brides with some AMAZING SAVINGS!!!

Twilight/Sunset Ceremony

This year we are featuring the Twilight or Sunset Ceremony.  This fantastic package of romantic decor is perfect for an outdoor winter wedding at Sunset or early Twilight.  With warming and romantic candlelight glistening on the snow from their perch in classic lanterns lining the aisle and dangling from the alter arrangements you will  say your “I do’s” with a backdrop as beautiful as the natural world could create.

This Twilight or Sunset Ceremony package includes:

• lanterns to line your aisle beaming with warm candle light
• 2 alter arrangements with hanging lanterns
• rose petals to define your aisle
• private booking of your ceremony location*
• setup and take down of all your decor

Enjoy this Twilight or Sunset Ceremony for only $699.00!

Enjoy your ceremony outside at Sunset or Twilight and then move into your reception  immediately for some warm hot chocolate or a hot signature cocktail of your preference!

What do I mean by exits and why do we create them?

Basically, exits are a way to act out our feelings rather than discussing them. For example, it is easier to stay late at work than to tell your partner that you feel unhappy when you walk in the door. This is understandable. Staying late is a simpler way to avoid the pain rather than talking about it.

There are many different types of exits that we create.

Some are terminal to the relationship – divorce, suicide, and murder. Others are catastrophic like affairs and addictions. These are misguided attempts in trying to find one’s aliveness and can cause more pain, shame and betrayal. Affairs are often the result of an existing rupture of connection. If the affair continues, the relationship will eventually dissolve. If openly discussed, there is hope for the relationship and the couple’s bond can become stronger.

More elusive are functional exits that are hidden in normal behaviours.  None of these are harmful per se, unless we are using them to avoid closeness in our relationship. Some of these exits are work, hobbies, family, eating, the children, TV, gym, shopping, friends, reading, cleaning, and the computer to name a few.

An “Invisible divorce” takes place when these kinds of exits are active.  All the energy for the relationship is diluted to other objects of desire or activities.   These exits need to be talked about and gradually closed to restore the fullness of connection.

Sometimes it is hard to see the ways in which we exit, especially, if we are the one that tends to pursue and seek connection. You may say to yourself, “I am the one that always wants to connect. I don’t exit our relationship”.  If you are unsure how you exit your relationship, just ask your partner. He or she will experience your EXIT and may have already been telling you. Therefore, become curious and check in with yourself.  What am I doing? Am I doing this to avoid intimacy and connection with my partner? If so, what is the reason?

Becoming conscious and verbalizing these feelings rather than acting them out is a great way to create emotional safety, transform your relationship and re-ignite your passion for each other!

Article by Kathleen Cowan.

To enroll in Sweet Occasions Get Married Stay Married Program presented by Kathleen Cowan please visit:

http://www.sweetoccasionsbanff.com/workshops/get-married-stay-married/

About Get Married Stay Married

This pre-marital program is specifically designed to give you and your partner the necessary tools that are needed to have a successful marriage.   In this era of frequent divorce, many couples struggle with the challenge of building a relationship that can withstand the test of time. Research repeatedly shows that pre-marital education can significantly increase your chance of staying happily married.

Come enjoy a romantic weekend in the Rockies and prepare your marriage to stand the test of time so you truly can have your happily ever after… forever!

“An ounce of prevention is a worth a pound of cure.” – Ben Franklin

This pre-marital program is specifically designed to give you and your partner the necessary tools that are needed to have a successful marriage. In this era of frequent divorce, many couples struggle with the challenge of building a relationship that can withstand the test of time. Research repeatedly shows that pre-marital education can significantly increase your chance of staying happily married.

To build a solid foundation of lasting love, the Get Married and Stay Married! program consists of:

• One-on-one initial coaching session with Kathleen Cowan
• Study program – suggested topics and exercises to explore each other and deepen your connection
• Romantic Getaway weekend including:
  • Two nights accommodations at the world class Grande Rockies Resort
  • 10 hours of premarital education
  • A couples massage
  • Reservations for a romantic dinner for two
  • Refreshments throughout the weekend
• One-on-one follow-up coaching session after your wedding with Kathleen Cowan.

This “eye-opening”, fun and interactive program will help you:

• Learn and practice powerful communication skills for a healthy relationship.
• Learn tools for dealing with conflict and hot buttons.
• Explore the three stages of relationships.
• Understand and overcome the challenges all couples face.
• Remove negativity from your relationship.
• Affair-proofing your marriage.
• Learn ways to nurture and grow your relationship.
• Discover fun ways to keep passion and romance alive.
• Walk away with a greater understanding of yourself and your partner.

We have several workshops coming up soon!

June 3^rd, 4^th & 5^th

October 14^th, 15^th & 16^th.

More dates will be added for your convenience as well.  Please let us know when you would like a workshop!

This cost of this program is only $1,999.00. Payments may be made in installments to accommodate your financial situation. You will also receive a $600.00 tax receipt to claim as a medical expense.

BOOK BEFORE APRIL 30TH AND RECEIVE 10% OFF!

Contact angela@sweetoccasionsbanff.com to book today!

Ryan & Liz's wedding – Lake Louise Ice Castle – By Siddall Photography

Liz’s bouquet was composed of pink roses & white calla lilies.  Ryan, a fire fighter (just like my Man also named Ryan and also a fire fighter – ironic?) wore his freshly pressed fire uniform.  A stunning couple!!

Ryan and Liz were thrilled with Angela, Sweet Occasions Weddings Events & Rentals’ Executive Wedding Planner!

“Thank you again for a wonderful day, everything was perfect and we could not have asked for anything else. The weather was great!!

Thank you again!   We could not have done this without you! You did a fabulous job!!” – Elizabeth & Ryan Hallam

They were a lovely couple to work with!  I am so happy that I get to know so many wonderful people though a job I love!

Buffalo Mountain Lodge is a perfect venue to host your wedding in. With the use of our decor rentals, we can completely transform this mountain themed rustic room into a magical and romantic setting, without taking away from the Rocky Mountain’s special touch. The top photo is Buffalo Mountain Lodge when it is not decorated and the two bottom photos are our contribution in converting this room to create this couple’s perfect wedding day. Wow, what a transformation!

Wedding Ceremony:

Wedding Reception:

Be sure to check out our remarkable decor packages before planning your big day. Our goal is to create your dream wedding without breaking the budget! Sweet Occasions would be more than happy to answer any of your questions and help you create your absolute perfect day!

Imagine…

Rays of sunlight warm your face as you step upon your own private boat to sail you away into the sunset to be married to the partner   you have chosen to live happily ever after with.  The water dances with diamond like sparkles and waterfalls, mountain wildlife and towering peaks surround you.  It’s time to say “I do” with your closet family and friends excited to celebrate this joyous day.  As you walk down the aisle to the bow of the boat you obtain a memory never to be forgotten.  Like the water, immediately after the ceremony the champagne glasses sparkle and chime with celebration while you and your guests celebrate in a private cocktail party on the glisten turquoise lake.  Now what if this day could be yours without any stress of trying to figure out the logistics of it all!

Sweet Occasions’ Bridal Consulting is proud to introduce our Mountain Cruise Wedding Packages suitable for up to 40 guests to join you on your special day!  This package offers a unique alternative to your traditional wedding day and provides a truly stunning setting of the sparking glacier waters of Minnewanka Lake.  Located just five kilometers from the Banff town site, this 28 kilometer lake is the longest lake in the majestic Rocky Mountains which includes the exceptional sites of the Cascade Mountains running through the Stewart Canyon, winding up at the Western end of the lake at the Devils Gap. This stunning setting of wildlife, sparking turquoise water and natural beauty is the perfect place to exchange your vows and host your special wedding day.

Sweet Occasions offers two great packages to cater to all of your wedding day wishes and preferences. Let us guide you along your planning process and take on the booking of vendors, accommodations and reservations at the restaurant of your choice to celebrate your marriage over fine dining.  These packages include your personal professional photographer, beautiful flowers for the bride and groom, pre wedding bridal pampering, the commissioner of your choice, organization of your marriage license, ceremony music, a complimentary Bridal Survival Pack, a delicious wedding cake and Honeymoon accommodations reservations booked by your wedding planner at the venue of your choice.  The great thing about these packages is that you can shape and alter them to create the perfect wedding you have always dreamed of!

Make your big day a unique occasion that you and your loved ones will never forget.  Take a glance away from tradition, take a step into the heart of the Rocky Mountains and make your wedding day truly unforgettable!

Allow Kicking Horse Mountain Resort to be your host and backdrop for the most important day of your life.  Have your alpine ceremony at the a one of a kind venue where within minutes of stepping into the gondola, you are surrounded by the pristine wilderness of six national parks.

From the “I do’s” until the last dance….. Start with a breath taking ceremony on the Terrace of the Eagle’s Eye Restaurant with the vast peaks of Banff, Jasper, Mount Revelstoke, Glacier, Kootenay and Yoho National Parks in the background.  Take mountain top photos to cherish for a lifetime followed by a reception in the restaurant and a fun-loving and memorable evening, dining and dancing the night away.

You are going to LOVE this venue!

Snowboard and Ski weddings are getting much more popular these days. Couples are looking for a unique & personal way to say their vows, why not say ‘I do’ while doing something that you fell in love with each other doing! This was the case for Victoria & Matt!

A ski or snowboard wedding in the Rockies is a great choice for another reason. It will not put you in debt for years to come! With Powder Brides all inclusive packages starting at $1,499.00 CAD you really cant beat the price!

For many couples all over the world skiing and snowboarding has become a great passion, an exciting, enjoyable past time and a place where they enjoy themselves with the person they love the most. It only makes sense that this would be a romantic, and personal place to say your vows! Then you can celebrate!!! Fly down the hill & enjoy the rest of the day in some powder!

Please enjoy Victoria & Matt’s photos of their Banff Snowboard Wedding!

Photos by Siddall Photography.

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