For mobile DJ's we are one of the first to see the wedding party arrive at the reception. The way they arrive is always fun to see. I've seen everything from formal stretch limos, the hum-v limo, the VIP Party Bus, Ollie the Trolley, horse & carriage, hotel transport buses, and converted school buses. Over the last month I have DJed 4 receptions now that have used the Jone-Z party bus. At last Saturdays reception I snapped a shot of the bus and also got a great photo of the Bride (Patty) and the Groom (Dustin) stepping out of the bus. What a blast!

For those that read this blog you are aware that when I am out DJing weddings I am always looking for anything fun and interesting to blog about. At Friday nights wedding I noticed these Bride and Groom toasting glasses over by the cake. I found it very cute that the glasses were dressed in a Wedding Dress and Tux.



Steve Bergeron
www.bandstandmusic.com
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www.weddingreceptionsecretsrevealed.com

I wasn't sure what the groom was doing last Saturday when he approached the groom cake. I actually thought for a moment that he was going to bury his face in it but it turned out it was just for a quick pose. If you looked at any of my past blogs you will see I post grooms cake pictures from time to time. There are lots of wedding coming up this year so I hope to get lots more. When I see a grooms cake that is unique I will be sure to post it.



Steve Bergeron
www.bandstandmusic.com
www.bandstandmusic.blogspot.com
www.weddingreceptionsecretsrevealed.com

..and not for the reasons you'd think. Based on the title of this blog post you might assume the bride had a terrible experience but it was quite the opposite. During the "panel of brides" meeting that I facilitated Samantha (pictured above) came to tears when asked what her favorite part of the wedding planning had been.
She explained that in the process of looking for her dress the sales lady had treated her like her own daughter. She had taken the time to make sure Samantha got everything she wanted and was very excited for her. It just is another reminder that as a wedding vendor myself its easy to look at a bride as just another customer. To all those in business don't forget to show your customers some excitement, enthusiasm, compassion and genuine interest and in the end you will get more than a sale.

Steve Bergeron
www.bandstandmusic.com
www.bandstandmusic.blogspot.com
www.weddingreceptionsecretsrevealed.com

Every year the Midwest Bridal Association puts together its "panel of brides". This years panel was absolutely terrific. I had the honor of facilitating the questions and answers between the many wedding vendors who attended and the brides who were on the panel.
These meetings are critical for the local wedding vendors to learn about how a bride goes about planning and making her buying decisions. It was an enlightening conversation and I want to thank all the brides for there candor and participation.

Steve Bergeron
www.bandstandmusic.com
www.bandstandmusic.blogspot.com
www.weddingreceptionsecretsrevealed.com

Getting up in front of a huge crowd to give a toast at a wedding can be very nerve racking. One way to cool the nerves is to have a little fun when giving the toast. Last Saturday the Matron of Honor did a top 10 craziest moments with the bride. It was very funny yet classy at the same time. So my advice to those nervous about giving a toast is to relax yourself and the guests by having fun with it.

Steve Bergeron
www.bandstandmusic.com
www.bandstandmusic.blogspot.com
www.weddingreceptionsecretsrevealed.com

I always have a lot of respect for the Brides and Grooms that make an effort to show appreciation for the kids that attend there receptions. Last Saturday my Bride and Groom tossed out a huge basket full of candy and just let the kids go nuts. It was total mayhem for about 30 seconds. It's amazing how fast kids can clean off a floor when its candy they are picking up. If all toys were made of candy imagine how clean our kids rooms would be. Hey... I think I'm onto something.
New Toy Ideas to guarantee clean rooms:
Sweet tart legos
Tootsie Roll Linkin' Logs
Laffy Taffy skateboards
Jawbreaker Marbles

Steve Bergeron
www.bandstandmusic.com
www.bandstandmusic.blogspot.com
www.weddingreceptionsecretsrevealed.com