Dear Patricia I just wanted to
say a huge thank you for making our wedding so completely and
utterly perfect. The occasion was everything we had hoped for and so
much more. To be honest words have failed me to describe to friends
the emotions that I felt on that special evening but suffice it to
say that it was magical and so intimate. Thank you for all you did
to make it so perfect for us. We loved Frank and his photos were
fabulous - I have today been out and bought a beautiful album for
them to go in and we are busy e-mailing friends with the pictures.
Everyone thinks we look so happy - and we were - and still are! I am
sure you do not need me to say this but if you ever need a
recommendation, please do not hesitate to contact me - I will be
suggesting your splendid services to anyone who might need them.
Thank you again and I do hope that perhaps our paths may cross again
in the future. We will be back on again Sanibel on 2nd January. In
the meantime, we do both wish you all the very best and I hope you
get to see your husband again soon. Kindest regards Ali
If you’re out of town and want to get
married on Sanibel or Captiva, my husband and I highly recommend
using Patricia Slater’s Weddings by the Sea.
Here’s why:
Trying to get married from long distance is
fraught with problems. I needed someone who was familiar with the restaurants,
the beaches for the ceremony, where to get my hair done, how to get my guests
from the airport to their hotels, etc. A million things I could never have
figured out. Once Pat and I spoke, there was no doubt I’d found the right
person. She was well-versed with all the nuances of getting married on the
beach, including the exact time the sun would set on our day!
Throughout the whole process of arranging the
wedding for us, she was highly professional, efficient, and knew all the details
of what would make our day perfect. One of the most amazing things was how well
connected and respected she is on the islands. Any question or request I had,
she just picked up the phone to call her contact, and she had an answer.
She is a customer service expert. For example,
the night before the wedding, I remembered that I needed to have my fiancé’s
shirt pressed. Normally, this would have meant at least an hour trip off-island
for me. Instead she suggested that I leave the shirt with her since she know a
woman who could do this for me. Pat dropped the shirt off for me, and the next
day delivered it back to us, perfectly pressed. This was above and beyond what
her job was, and she did it with a smile.
The day of the wedding, there are so many
things that need to be handled, and she managed them all and more. Her attention
to detail astounded me, and she seemed to anticipate my every need. Her
recommendations on who to use for the photographer, the flowers, and the wedding
site itself were excellent. She even managed to order up the most perfect sunset
imaginable.
But the best part for us was having Pat conduct
the ceremony. She was warm and embracing and we felt like we were being married
by a member of our family. Every one of my guests commented to me on how
wonderful she was, and how lucky I was to have found her. I couldn’t agree more.
After the wedding was over, I was so ecstatic
with how it all turned out, I told Pat two things. 1) I would have paid her ten
times what she charged for the incredible service she provided, and 2) I am
available as a reference at anytime. That’s how good she is.
Laurel
Parker-Simon
November 30, 2002 Wedding
"Your assistance in helping us
plan everything from Cleveland made it so easy! Everything you
suggested was perfect - delicious and beautifully decorated cake,
gorgeous flowers and a professional and creative photographer. But
most of all, the sincerity with which you performed the ceremony
made our wedding the perfect beginning to a long and wonderful life
together."
Don and Laura Chapman, Cleveland, Ohio
"Thank
you for your graciousness, sincerity and warmth. Couples are
privileged to have you preside over their most special day."
David and Maura Piper, Lakeville, Massachusetts
"It takes a very special person to
marry people the way you do . . We really needed that extra special
touch, and that is what you gave us. It was everything we dreamed it
would be."
Patrick and Heather McGrath, Pittsboro, Indiana
"You made it so beautiful for us".
Andreas and Annie Wolter, Munich, Germany
Hi Pat,
Frank and I wanted to thank you for such a beautiful blissful
experience. You are fantastic! Everything went smoothly and you were
on top of every detail. The location was paradise, the food was
excellent and you were professional but yet felt like you were part
of the family....I'm so thankful to have met you! You made our day
wonderful! I would recommend you in a NY minute!
Frank and Mattea
References from clients and community leaders are available upon
request. A portion of the proceeds benefit PAWS, Inc. a local
non-profit cat shelter.
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