The Wedding Of Distinction is a concept for couples planning a wedding reception. It's a concept of why you should want and expect better. Not an average event. Host Mike Fernino of Music In Motion Entertainment will give you the tools to make that happen!
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Mike Fernino from the Wedding Of Distinction Podcast speaks with Gateway Limousine Owner Mark DiChiara about his company's reputation for excellence and their longevity in the wedding coach service business. Find out more about Gateway Limousine at GatewayLimos.com Gateway Limo * 74 Mattatuck Heights Road - Waterbury CT 06705 203-753-5466…
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Announcing a NEW Facebook group for wedding couples who are in search of a great wedding DJ! "Find Your Wedding DJ" is a facebook group with just 2 types of members....... Wedding couples and DJs. Every DJ is vetted and is a legitimate experienced professional wedding entertainer. You won't have to stress over where and how to find a DJ because the…
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15 Questions To Ask When Interviewing a Wedding DJ
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16:04Mike Fernino from Music In Motion Entertainment of Oxford Connecticut offers a master list of 15 questions you should consider asking when interviewing a DJ for your wedding. As a 35+ year veteran of the wedding industry Mike knows exactly the necessary questions that can make the difference between finding the right fit or making a critical error.…
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Photography by Randall Mena (Live from Woodwinds Bridal Show)
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17:56Live from the Woodwinds Bridal Show recorded January 2025 we are talking wedding photography, proper usage of light and even artificial intelligence with Randall Mena. Photography by Randall Mena * 319 Peck Street - Building 2 New Haven CT 203-887-5243 * RandallMena.comBy Michael Fernino
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Anthony's Ocean View of New Haven Connecticut has long been known as one of the TOP wedding destinations in all of Southern New England. It truly is a destination because they have made the place into a ocean front paradise! On the program is Marcello, a second generation from the Delmonico family who takes some time to discuss the food, the servic…
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Your Majesty! - King Vincent Storm Photography (Live from Woodwinds Bridal Show)
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13:13Vincent from King Vincent Storm Photography & Videography is second generation as his father started the business a long long time ago. Back in the days of film and developing studios! I've known and worked with Vinny and his family for many years so this podcast interview was a bit of a reunion as we discuss the evolution of wedding photography an…
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The Power Of The Pen * Wedding Invitations (Live From Woodwinds Bridal Show)
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11:28Recorded Live at the 2025 Woodwinds Bridal Show, Mike Fernino sits down to talk wedding invitations with Lauren from Custom Creations Boutique of Bristol CT. Not to be confused with basic invitations, Lauren makes all of her pieces custom for her clients and shipping all over the world! Custom Creations Boutique - 105 Peck Lane * Bristol, CT. 06010…
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Multi-Cultural Weddings with Fiesta Productions (Live from Woodwinds Bridal Show)
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17:42For a Latin Wedding there can be a great benefit to hiring a Spanish Bi-Lingual DJ/MC. Not just for their experience with Latin music and culture but also the bi-lingual element allowing some wedding guests who don't speak English to feel included. Alex from Fiesta Productions sits down for this interview recorded live from the Woodwinds Bridal Sho…
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Your Ceremony Deserves A little TLC (Live from Woodwinds Bridal Show)
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11:50Mike Fernino continues his series from the Woodwinds Bridal Show. In this episode we feature Theresa from TLC Ceremonies. Theresa discusses all that goes into being a skilled public speaker along with the differences between a Justice Of The Peace, Wedding officiant, and a wedding celebrant! And why you should know the difference as well !! 203-494…
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How Sweet It Is with J Cakes (Live from Woodwinds Bridal Show)
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14:54Isabella from J Cakes talks sweet creations on the podcast. Recorded Live from The Woodwinds 2025 Bridal Show. We get into what's trending, tasty and fun for wedding treats and the statement a artsy wedding cake can make! *** Show Note : Excessive background noise. We apologize but still feel the interview is worthy of airing. JCakes * 5 Foxon Road…
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Having your furry best friend be a part of your special wedding day is now possible thanks to Wedding Bliss Pet Care from Guilford Connecticut. They pamper your pet and get them all dressed in their best for your special day. And after walking the aisle and turning heads Wedding Bliss Pet Care will them home and put them to bed. I interview with Da…
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Wedding Fasions for the Bride & the Groom (Live from Woodwinds Bridal Show)
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25:20This is a double episode of the Wedding Of Distinction! Made to please both the bride and groom looking for wedding clothing. Part 1 * My guest is Lindsey from Ivory & Blush Bridal of Guilford Connecticut. We discuss everything from wedding gowns, to bridesmaids dresses and even moth of the bride fashion. Ivory & Blush * 1310 Boston Post Road - Gui…
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The Mastery Of Photography with Dariusz Terepka (Live from Woodwinds Bridal Show)
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25:44Photography has certainly become easier for many novice providers to jump into the wedding market thanks to technology, but there are some factors that can't be enhanced by tech. Skill, experience and creative artistry go hand in hand with a once in a lifetime image vs a standard image. On the podcast we feature a conversation with master photograp…
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BIG Daddy Loves You! (Lakota Oaks Live Series)
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16:36Mike Fernino sits down with Connecticut Icon DJ / Singer / Entertainer Sean "Big Daddy" McKee from James Daniel Entertainment and talks weddings and entertainment and Chicken Pot Pie.....By Michael Fernino
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Woodwinds Bridal Show Promo January 12, 2025
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5:22A preview of the Woodwinds Bridal Show January 12, 2025 hosted by Wedding Styles Of CT weddingstylesofct.comBy Michael Fernino
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Spanish Bi-Lingual Weddings (Lakota Oaks Live Series)
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15:16Mike Fernino of Music In Motion interviews with Eva from Eva's Weddings about officiating weddings as a bi-lingual justice of the peace. Eva also explains the differences between "justice of the peace" and "wedding officiant". Recorded live from Lokota Oaks as part of their professional wedding vendor gathering in November 2024. Evasweddings.com 86…
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Bar Juicy Mobile Bartenders For Your Wedding! (Lakota Oaks Live Series)
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9:52Mike Fernino interviews with expert mixologist Chantel Anderson from Bar Juicy. A traveling bar service providing all of your wedding beverage needs! We talk the wedding trends, classic cocktails and what makes a great bartender. Find them on the web at BarJuicy.comBy Michael Fernino
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Chapels & Confetti (Lakota Oaks Live Series)
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10:28Wedding planning can be very difficult and stressful. Getting a experienced professional to assist in the planning phases can bring great relief and focus to a busy bride and groom putting together their dream wedding. Mike Fernino sits down with Anitra from Chapels & Confetti Event Design to discuss what she can do to make everything smooth! Chape…
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Go N Wander Travel Specialist (Lakota Oaks Live Series)
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12:44Today on the podcast program Mike Fernino speaks with Merceades Gonzalez of Go 'N' Wander Travel Agency. Merceades reviews GREAT destinations for a fabulous Honeymoon getaway recorded at Lokota Oaks as part of their professional wedding vendor event. Thanks to Charlene Clear Vision Productions. Merceades Gonzalez * Go N Wander Travel Specialist www…
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Say YES To The Dress (Lokota Oaks Live Series)
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15:01Mike Fernino of Music In Motion Entertainment interviews with Elena Niejelow of Sokayri Atelier from Darien CT. They are a Bridal & Special Occasions Design Shop that offers CUSTOM tailoring. We talk wedding dresses on the program today! Sokayri Atelier 1292 Boston Post Road * 2nd Floor Darien, CT. 06820 www.sokayri.com 203-202-7788 atelier@sokayri…
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Let's Explore The Dance Floor (Lakota Oaks Live Series)
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8:49Having a great dance floor is important if you are having on outdoor event or have a room without an actual designated dance floor. My guest Nancy Slater talks about their dance floor rentals a floor wrapping services. Recorded live as part of Lakota Oaks Wedding Vendor gathering. SlatersDanceFloors.com 203-360-0356 [email protected]…
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Sax On The Beach & The Wedding Reception (Lakota Oaks Live Series)
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11:24Today on the program I speak with Saxophonist and professional musician Dave Davis. This interview was recorded live from Lakota Oaks of Norwalk CT as part of a professional wedding vendor gathering organized by Charlene Chairo of Clear Vision Productions. In the interview we discuss incorporation of a live musician such as a saxophonist with a wed…
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Bella Bridesmaids (Lakota Oaks Live Series)
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11:13A live series recorded from a professional wedding vendor gathering held at Lakota Oaks in Norwalk Connecticut. Mike Fernino sits down to talk Bridesmaids fashion with Maggie from Bella Bridesmaids from Westport CT. We are discussing trends, styles and all things fashion for the ladies of your wedding party. Bella Bridemaids of Westport 19 Post Roa…
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Live from Lakota Oaks Mike speaks with Barbara Wyton from Continuo Music. Barbara talks about their professional live music services and how they can enhance any wedding ceremony! Continuo Music LLC Barbara Wyton * 203-470-5408 [email protected] Michael Fernino
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On this podcast episode we are talking Wedding Planning! My guest is Kia Martinson from EngagedCT.com Kia is a very experienced wedding planner and in addition to owning her own venue out in Marlborough CT is the founder of EngagedCT.com Kia discussed some of the pitfalls couples encounter planning their own wedding on how a wedding planner can rea…
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Couples today like to do a lot of planning from the couch with the benefit of technology. But can a digital connection leave you with a vendor team that you don't connect with? On the podcast we feature Charlene Chiaro from A Clear Vision Production and Wedding Styles of CT. Charlene is a event producer and puts forth many great bridal show events …
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The Bliss & Bubbly Wedding & Event Expo 2024
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14:02Music In Motion's Mike Fernino chats with Suzi Corellis of Suzique Events (Certified Event Planner) to discuss the Bliss & Bubbly Wedding & Event Expo planned for this Sunday August 11, 2024 in Averill Park NY. For more information contact Suzi at 518-275-3315 or http://www.suziqueEvents.comBy Michael Fernino
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Preiview of 2024 Women's Health, Beauty & Bridal Expo
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18:43The 2024 Woman's Health, Beauty & Bridal Expo takes place in the convention center of the Mohegan Sun Casino this Saturday February 24 & Sunday February 25. The Wedding Of Distinction Podcast interviews with Tim Burrows of Full Power Radio to preview the big show!By Michael Fernino
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The Golden Wedding Officiant * Susan Noles
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18:43On this episode I am very proud to bring you a interview with Golden Bachelor contestant Susan Noles. Susan is a wedding officiant and was a fan favorite on the ABC series, The Golden Bachelor watched by millions! We discuss the anatomy of what it takes to be a pro wedding celebrant along with some thoughts on her time spent on the hit TV series. I…
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On the heels of our last podcast about cruises, Craig Rashid from Polaris Travel Experts returns to give you his Top 10 honeymoon destinations! Craig gives his most preferred destinations from the Caribbean, to Europe, to the South Pacific. Craig can handle all of your travel plans whether you are planning a honeymoon or just need to get away. Cont…
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They say that timing is everything. But how can you properly plan your wedding day? Where do you start and what resources should you consider? On this episode Mike Fernino speaks with John Munno of John Munno Weddings. He brings a ton of great insight as to the proper timing of your wedding day from his prospective as a professional wedding photogr…
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Couples who choose to use a First time Wedding Officiant
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28:53On this program I interview with Wedding Officiants Shelly Armatino and Kathy Vass about a brand new training course they have come up with for first time wedding officiants. This course is designed to greatly improve the skills of the person who will be performing a very crucial role for your wedding day. Please read the following statement regard…
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Cruising For Your Honeymoon w/ Craig Rashid
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24:05Planning a Honeymoon? A cruise can be a great choice. You just need to know the ins and outs of planning. On the podcast program my special guest is Craig Rashid of Polaris Travel Experts. Craig is a CLIA Elite Cruise Counselor and has made 92 cruise excursions in his professional career. He is the perfect advisor to inform you on what is the right…
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Our special guest is Greg Zonsius of ZonCom Marketing. Greg speaks about how he made his very own website for his wedding way ahead of its time and what a website can contribute to your wedding preparations, along with how to create one. Hosted by Mike Fernino of Music In Motion Entertainment.By Michael Fernino
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After your wedding it's time to relax, make magic and make memories. What better a place than the happiest place on Earth. My special guest Johanna Raymond is a expert travel consultant with Academy Travel. She discusses everything a bride and groom planning their Disney honeymoon would want to know...... and then some!…
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The Color Of Weddings w/ Flowers By Danielle
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16:49Mike Fernino interviews with Danielle of Flowers By Danielle from Trumbull Connecticut. Danielle is an expert florist operating in the Southern New England and New York market. She provides some great advice for couples planning their weddings wondering what flowers and decorations are trending and popular.…
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Finding The Right Photographer w/ John Munno
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23:42With January 2023 upon us couples come to the sudden realization that their wedding is not very far away and they better get booking their wedding vendors. After the venue, booking your photographer is the next important vendor to book. But with so many options out there how do you decide who is good and who is not. Wedding Photographer John Munno,…
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Mike Fernino from Music In Motion speaks with Emma of Emma Thurgood Weddings. Emma is a professional planner, photographer and wedding officiant. She is based in New Britain Connecticut and specializes in intimate weddings and elopements. On this episode of WOD we discuss the proper planning and execution of a smooth wedding ceremony and why workin…
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On this episode my guest is John Munno as we discuss selecting the perfect wedding venue! John Munno is the owner and photographer for John Munno Weddings. John’s interest in photography started in high school years when his father gifted him a family heirloom camera. That camera went with everywhere John went. Thus was born his love for capturing …
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Mike Fernino interviews with Hawk Ridge Winery manager Jeff McHugh about the rise in popularity of wineries for weddings. Jeff speaks about wine, trends and what makes Hawk Ridge of Watertown Connecticuta great place to host a wedding or wedding related event!By Michael Fernino
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Dance Lessons For Your Wedding w/ Paul Herman
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20:54Mike Fernino from Music In Motion Entertainment chats with Dance Choreographer Paul Herman about the benefit of dance lessons for your wedding reception. Paul is a 20 year veteran of the dance and theater industry and has worked with the likes of Flo Rida, Alicia Keys, Chris Brown, Sean Paul, Eve and Lil Wayne! Paul is the Co-Owner of Double Up Dan…
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June 2 Wedding Update from State Of Connecticut
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8:00Mike Fernino from the Wedding Od Distinction has been reaching out to the office of Governor Ned LaMont of Connecticut. This is a official response from the governors team regarding weddings in 2020. Update June 2, 2020By Michael Fernino
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The Benefits of Chiropractic Care w/ Dr. Erik LeMoullec
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13:22Back To Health Chiropractic Care in Southbury CT is the practice of Dr. Erik LeMoullec. Erik and his wife Shannon worked with my company Music In Motion for their wedding and shortly thereafter I became a patient of Dr. Erik. In this episode of Wedding Of Distinction we discuss the benefits of Chiropractic care and how couples planning a wedding ca…
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Marcello Pedalino is a successful DJ/MC/Entertainer from New Jersey with his company MMP Entertainment. He's also a author with his book, "Celebrate Life!" Marc takes some time with Mike Fernino to discuss the book, the famed KETO diet and how a healthy lifestyle can help you survive these troubled times. Link to Marcello’s blog article as mentione…
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Be In Peak Health For Your Wedding w/ Dr. Jill Pedalino
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18:07Dr. Jill Garripoli Pedalino is a pediatrician from Nutley, NJ and has her own practice. She also lives a very healthy lifestyle and is married to a professional wedding DJ/ MC, Marcello Pedalino. So, she knows a few things about weddings. In our discussion we focus on intermittent fasting and how it can help couples who want to look and feel their …
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Talking Event Liability Insurance w/ Dr. Hugo Drax
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13:49Many major wedding and special event facilities in the state of Connecticut now require a certificate of liability insurance from all vendors providing services on their premises. Also required in a additional insured declaration. What the heck is all that? Dr. Hugo Drax is the president of the American Disc Jockey Association and he has been a gre…
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The Future of Bridal Shows w/ Cris Raposo
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11:45Wedding / Bridal Shows are incredibly social events connecting couples with professional vendors. In the age of COVID-19 what is the future of a traditional bridal show and what are couples planning a wedding to do? On this episode of Wedding of Distinction Mike Fernino chats with Cris Raposo of the Grand Wedding Expo. A wedding trade show producer…
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Never Fear! The Wedding Coordinator is Here! w/ Victoria Warren
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19:11My conversation with professional wedding coordinator and planner Victoria Warren from Everlasting Affairs. Victoria discusses her advice for couples planning a wedding in the middle of the global pandemic along with the traditional roles of a wedding coordinator and what impact they can have on your wedding.…
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JP stands for Justice Of The Peace. Couples planning a wedding ceremony outside of the church often will need a JP to perform the ceremony for legal and ceremonial reasons. On this episode Mike Fernino has a discussion with Justice Of The Peace Shelly Armatino discussion everything from the services a JP will provide, to legal issues that can arise…
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Mike Fernino interviews with New Jersey's Mike Walter from Elite Entertainment. As one of the biggest and most successful entertainment companys in the country Mike discusses how Elite is handling the challenges of changing wedding dates, working with his couples in a COVID-19 lifestyle along with some great tips for brides and grooms on keeping in…
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