WOD at The Crossings

Our Weddings of Distinction meeting was held April 22 at the Crossings at Carlsbad(www.thecrossingsatcarlsbad.com). Director of Food & Beverage, Sarrah Prinzivalli, stopped by to introduce herself and tell us about the facility.

Our President, Bob Brichmann, introduced our guests Carrie Esparza from Authentic Flavors Custom Catering (www.sdauthenticflavors.com)and Pat Armijo from ChileCo (www.chilecocatering.com). Later, invited guests Karen Kluchonic and David Wright of Plush Impressions (www.plushimpressions.com) arrived to check out our group. And, let’s not forget Aiden, Anthony’s son, coloring champion and race car driver!

Membership Chairlady, Merrylin (that’s me!) welcomed our newest member, Lois Mathews of Lois Mathews Designs, with her WoD book. We know she is going to be a dynamic addition to our group…her work is spectacular and she loves to network and refer! Susan, our Founding President and Social Director, reminded everyone to calendar Sunday, June 15 for a Summer Beach Party. Details will be forthcoming. Anthony, our Vice President, reminded everyone that our May 27 meeting is at Roppongi in La Jolla (www.roppongiusa.com). Parking is underneath the bank building at the corner of Fay & Prospect. Our Marketing & PR guru, Shannon Henry, discussed our latest marketing ventures. Our blog at www.weddingsofdistinction.blogspot.com is updated constantly and it’s fabulous, totally impressive! Watch for photos of our “booth” at the La Jolla Cove Suites open house, Cynthia Zatkin’s display at ABC’s recent showcase, beautiful linens from Magic Party Rentals, dreamy wedding shots and much more!

When the focus turned to our ice breaker, two truths and one lie, even those that didn’t quite get the concept correctly brought charm and laughter to today’s festivities. We learned some interesting and fun facts about our members and guests! Great idea Bob!!!

Congratulations to our newlywed, Meleah, who just returned from her fabulous wedding in Jamaica. She’s all smiles and totally rested from her honeymoon and vacation!

Happy Birthday to Liz Odle of Napa Valley Grille and Scott Wagner from ChileCo Catering.

Our showcaser, Andy Hagenah, showed a wonderful slide show about his company, Disc Go Round DJ & Video Service (www.discgorounddj.com). Barring technical difficulties, Andy was a trooper and continued on with his confident style and grace. His presentation was professional, informative and classy!

Have a wonderful month filled with awesome weddings!!!

Merrylin Brichmann