I get it; you have friends and family that have offered up their time to help with your wedding day. They’ve helped you plan from day one, and you want to ensure that all your plans come together smoothly. But maybe you’ve started to think, “Do I need to hire a day-of coordinator?”

About two weeks prior to the hustle of their wedding week, I received a heartfelt email from the bride requesting some help to put together a thoughtful, but sweet gathering for her immediate family.