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Hi
there sweetie!!!
Randy and I cannot put into words how wonderful and pleased we were with how the wedding turned out.
We talk about it almost every day and have such fond memories of our entire trip. We've looked at the pictures over and over
again and we wish we could do it over just to remember every single detail because it was so wonderful. You and Lew are amazing
and we were so pleased at how smoothly the wedding went. You are a saint and a blessing to us. To only work with you over
the phone and through email for the last 6 months, proved to be very successful. We felt so confident after we met with you
at your house the day we arrived -- it was like meeting family! You knew us so well and I'll never forget how good I felt
during he ceremony to look at you knowing how dedicated you were to making our day very special. Everyone at the wedding kept
telling us how much you cared for us and it showed. I tear up every time I think of how perfect everything was. You are truly
an amazing and dear person Leslie. I hope we can keep in touch because I feel like you are part of our family now. Much love
and a big hug!
Jocelyn & Randy, St. Louis, MO
Hi Leslie,
We had so many people tell us
that it was the best wedding and reception they had ever gone to....of course, that is because of the beautiful ceremony on
the beach and the reception....OH MY...that DJ was fantastic!! I still can't believe the DJ got my rather shy son on the dance
floor. Thank you for recommending him, he was everything you said he would be and more!!
But most of all, you held
a beautiful and very intimate wedding ceremony even with family and friends around. The Sand Ceremony, blending the lives
and love of Jodi, Gary, Marquis, Marissa and Mitchel, was perfect for bringing both families together in a moment they will
never forget.
I said you are an angel, and you certainly are. You have a wonderful way of making everyone you meet
feel so special. You created one of those memories that everyone hopes to have at least once in their lifetime, and I cannot
thank you enough for the beautiful memories my daughter will have of her wedding day.
Love,
Pam
Pam - Mother of the Bride, Orlando, FL
Hi Leslie,
I was sitting here thinking about all that has transpired
this week and all that is to come next week. As we approach Friday evening and Mandy and Justin's wedding and I want to take
a moment to write to you.
I have to tell you that although I am excited and stressed I have such peace of mind knowing
that you are there making it all happen with such order and calmness. When I ask you a question you have the answer and you
even take time to reassure me when I am feeling the pressure. I value you so much.
As the days go by this week please
know that I am handling it because I know you are there!
6 days to go.......
Joni - Mother of the
Bride, Venice, FL
Dear Leslie,
I just wanted to thank you for all of your efforts in making our wedding
day very special and exactly what we had in mind. Arriving in Florida the day before the wedding made it impossible to try
to firm up anything myself. And with life being so hectic, trying to arrange the wedding from a distance would have been a
nightmare. What a god send you have been. You thought of every detail, even some that I would have missed! I didn't have to
worry about a thing. And you spoke with me so regularly I never felt that things were getting away from me. You took the time
to get to know Joe and I enough to set up a service and reception tailored to our wants and dreams, not to mention our bank
account. Additionally, the warmth and friendship shown by you and Lew will not be forgotten. I would recommend your services
to anyone trying to arrange a wedding or special event on the Key, and after all, where else in the world could be better!
Kim & Joe, Cincinnati, OH
Dear Leslie,
I'd like to thank you for all you did to make our
wedding a memorable one. My family and I couldn't have done it without you. Arriving in Florida and knowing everything was
taken care of was such a relief. Everything was absolutely perfect, the sunset, beach, and of all things the ceremony. I couldn't
have asked for a more romantic wedding. I can honestly say I'm sad it's over and done with. But at least I will always remember
that romantic 18th day of October on the beautiful beach of Siesta Key. This is definitely a memory that will last in my heart
forever. Thanks again Leslie for helping out in making our special day come true.
Whitney & Matt, Xenia,
OH
Dear Leslie,
I just wanted to let you know how much Randy and I loved our beach wedding. Everything
was just beautiful! The beach wedding site was perfect. The flowers were lovely. The restaurant was fantastic. I started out
trying to make the arrangements for the wedding myself, but soon realized that was going to be a real problem. That was when
I found you. You made wonderful choices for us and we were very pleased with the whole day. Randy and I have wonderful memories
of our wedding that we will never forget. We both thank you very much.
Donna & Randy, Ithaca, NY
Dear Leslie,
Everything was absolutely perfect. I want to thank you for everything you did to make it such
a special day for us. You always stayed in contact with me and were honest when I asked for your opinions. I REALLY appreciated
that. You had a very indecisive bride on your hands, but you handled it all with grace and patience and that's what reassured
me so. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend your services and expertise to anyone. My wedding was such a small affair, I can only
imagine how invaluable you would be to a bride planning a large wedding!
Thanks again Leslie for being such a
special part of our day.....we will never forget you!
Denise & Michael, Arab, AL
Hello Leslie,
I just wanted to write to you and say thank you for our wedding. Everything was wonderful! You and your husband are the
best! Everything was exactly the way Chris and I had hoped and envisioned our wedding to be! Once again thank you so much
to you and your husband for making our wedding day perfect!!!
Chris & Beth, Westerville, OH
Leslie, thank you for making our dream come true to get married again in the U.S.
Veronica & Javier, Cypress,
TX
Dear Leslie,
Thank you so much for the beautiful surprise you helped my husband arrange for our 18th
anniversary. Renewing our vows with beautiful flowers, tiki torches, and a champagne toast on the beach at sunset was very
special. Even though I cried through the whole thing, I loved it. I have a very special husband and you were there to organize
and take care of everything.
Larry & Mary Jo, Chicago, IL
You exceeded our expectations! The
extra photography at the drummer circle on Sunday was so special.
Damaris & Shawn Michael, Fort Myers, FL
Hi Leslie. I just wanted to thank you again for your services. Our wedding was just what we wanted. It was perfect.....intimate
and special. You offer an excellent service to brides. It was so WONDERFUL to have a contact in Siesta Key to arrange the
photographer, flowers, location, dinner reservations etc. Having never been to Siesta Key, it would have been very difficult
to do on my own. The copy of the vows with our wedding picture delivered the next day to our room was also a great added touch.
EVERYTHING was just perfect. . . just what we were looking for. Again, thank you both very much.
Debbie &
Rick, Canton, OH
Leslie and Lou:
Thank you so very much for being a very special part of our wedding, and
more importantly, for helping turn a weather disaster into the most beautiful heartfelt wedding. Like all of your couples,
we enjoyed the visits to the beach to plan for the perfect wedding and reception for family and friends at Siesta Key.
How could we have known that Hurricane Wilma would arrive just days before our wedding with her world record speed and winds?
We tearfully called out of state family and friends with the news of Wilma and began to wonder what we would do about a wedding,
with an already scheduled honeymoon only days away.
You were both truly our friends and family as you married
just the two of us on the beach with crashing waves and storm clouds rolling in. Our wedding was warm, special, and
beautiful as we joyfully started our marriage; happy as all couples wish they could be. Leslie's ceremony and Lou's
kind words and heartfelt photographs will forever be a part of us and the start of our lives together as husband and wife.
Two months later as family, work, and schedules settled, so did the beautiful Siesta Key weather. We had our second
but originally planned beach wedding, with the traditional sunshine, bare feet, wedding guests, and tropical flowers.
Your kindness and thoughtfulness were unequaled, and the ceremony was as special as any couple could hope for; not a repeat
or a renewal of vows, but a genuine wedding complete with nervousness, tears, laughter, and great, great joy. It was
a new day, with new words, and terrific photographs to supplement our memories. Again, it included two very special
people giving their hearts and time to make that day the most special wedding possible. To us, you were charged with
an impossible task of creating a wedding ceremony more loving than was created when it was simply two people joined on a cloud
darkened beach that became as bright as their lives together when we were married. You exceeded our expectations! For
that, and everything else, you will forever be in our memories!!
Once again, our sincere thanks!
Love,
Debi & Wayne - Lithia, FL
Hi Leslie and Lew,
We wanted to thank you for everything you did for
our special day. Everything turned out just as we had pictured. We love siesta key and plan on visiting quite
often.
Doug and Krystal - Cannonsburg, PA
Hi, Leslie and Lew
Steve and I want to express
our heartfelt "thanks" for yesterday eve....
Valerie and Curt are now in Mexico enjoying their honeymoon.
We really appreciate you for all your love, planning and creating such a lovely evening for Valerie and Curt and their
family.
All the best,
Julie and Steve - Parents of the Bride - Toledo, Ohio
I love you Leslie!!!
Sometimes I get so panicked about how to do things - lol! That sounds like a good plan.
Thanks so much for your help!
Rebecca - Bride for upcoming wedding
These wedding vows are GREAT! I read it by myself and thank
God I did because I cried. Thank you so much.
Rochele - Bride for upcoming wedding
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Leslie and Lou,
Darci and I would like to take a moment to thank you for all
of your help on our special day. When the weather didn't allow us to marry at the original spot, you were quick to select
a second location that was beautiful and took the stress right off of our shoulders. Thank you for setting up our dinner reservations,
they provided such great service. Our pictures were great and will provide us with special memories forever to come. I didn't
know what to expect of the ceremony, but the outcome much exceeded my expectations. Leslie did such a wonderful job and the
ceremony was wonderful. Some of our family members were not optimistic about doing the wedding away from home, but all said
that it was perfect and glad that we made the trip from Ohio. Thanks again and best wishes! I will recommend you to anyone
who needs suggestions for their wedding.
Darci & Andy - Easton, OH
Leslie, thank you so much for sending
the pictures. They turned out great. Rissa and I can not express how pleased we were with the wedding and your services in
general. Including our children in the wedding ceremony was very special. Thank you again for all that you did.
Rissa & Trent, Columbus, OH
Hi Leslie!
Thank you very much for everything! What started out as a
less than perfect wedding trip ended up to be a perfect wedding! The new site that you staked out for us the morning of the
wedding on July 4th proved to be PERFECT! And with the rain stopping as I stepped out of the car, it was just as if someone
was stepping in and making sure everything worked out for us! Thank you very much for helping to make our beach wedding dream
come true! I'll be sure to recommend you to anyone else I know that wants to have a wonderful beach/sunset wedding like ours!!
Nancy & Mike, New Britain, CT
Leslie, Everything was perfect -- the wedding arch, reception on
the beach, steel drummer, flowers and barbecue! I couldn't have asked for anything better. Johnny and I will recommend you
to anyone!
Andre'a & Johnny, Long Island, NY
Leslie and Lew,
Thank you for the surprise
15th anniversary celebration. Carla knew nothing until she saw her family by the wedding arch decorated with flowers and surrounded
by tiki torches. I have a very special wife and you did an outstanding job helping me to show her how much I adore her.
Victor & Carla, Sarasota, FL
Leslie, thank you so much for everything. The ceremony and reception
was absolutely perfect. . . It was awesome!!!
Matt & Rachael, Orlando, FL
Leslie, I want to
thank you from the bottom of my heart for making our wedding ceremony so lovely. It couldn't have been more perfect with the
beach, the sun and the water. It was a memorable time and will never be forgotten.
Mike & Chris, Rochester,
NY
Leslie and Lew - Thanks for everything! It turned out just beautifully and we couldn't be happier! We
truly could not have done it without you. You played so many roles in the entire ordeal - from wedding planner to counselor,
and none were less than spectacular. Your flexibility and positive attitude always calmed my nerves when decisions and life
became difficult. We cannot express how thrilled we are with our wedding. Thank you so very much. We feel tremendously indebted
to you both for making our wedding so beautiful and perfect!
Adam & Sara, Gainesville, FL
Hi
Leslie! The wedding could not have been more perfect! I love the pictures and have shared them with friends and family. Thank
you for making our wedding so special. The sunset was absolutely perfect. It was hard to leave Siesta Key. Mike and I are
definitely talking about staying at the same condos again. Thanks again for all your help.
Mike & Jennifer,
Huber Heights, OH
Hi Leslie,
Weddings are incredibly stressful, but having your insight and time
helped to make our plans and our day perfect. I know that Becky and I are biased, but we think that it was the coolest
wedding we have ever been to. We have nothing but great things to say about you. Thanks again.
Andy
& Becky, Miami, FL
Our wedding was a dream come true for me. It is something that I have always dreamed of
when I was a little girl and it was a day that Jerry and I will never forget. Thank you both for making our day so memorable.
The pictures turned out fantastic.
Thanks again,
Lindsay & Jerry, Detroit, MI
Hi
Leslie,
May I take this opportunity to ‘thank you’ Leslie for all your help and understanding. Knowing
that I have got you US side to help and assist has really put my mind at rest about the planning of our most important day
as it would of been a complete nightmare without you.
With warm regards,
Jolie & Jamie, Kent, England
Dear Mr. & Mrs. Levine,
Thank you both from the bottom of our hearts. You made our day more beautiful
than either one of us could have imagined. Mr. Levine, the photos you took are wonderful and I have already printed
them out in doubles. Leslie, I can not begin to express my gratitude towards you, you are a very special person.
Thank you for everything you did to make our day go so easy and wonderful. It was really a dream come true for both
of us.
Love,
Mary and Kyle, Bartow, FL
Leslie, I wanted to tell you that the wedding
was absolutely as we had envisioned it would be - everything was wonderful - from the beautiful weather that day, the great
beach setting, fantastic photos, the wonderful food and the great music!! All our guests had a fantastic time - and have since
sent me little notes or e mails thanking me for the fabulous weekend event! I could not have accomplished all of this without
you and Lew - thank you from the bottom of my heart!!!
Melanie - Mother of the Bride, Dunellan, FL
Dear Leslie and Lew,
Jim and I want to thank you both so much for all that you did to make our Wedding Day so very
special. Everything turned out so beautiful. Everyone commented how simply elegant the ceremony was and the reception.
And they haven’t stop talking about the release of the butterflies. What a special touch that was. And the
pictures! Lew your a wonderful photographer. Words cannot express how special you made Jim and I feel. Thank
you so much.
Love,
Kathy & Jim - Bradenton, FL
Lew and Leslie,
Thank you so
much for your hard work! The wedding was everything we imagined and more. Our friends thought the ceremony was
just gorgeous and so well put together. We love the photography by Lew! It really was my dream wedding.
Thank you both for the wonderful people you referred us to. You made our day everything we wanted it to be and more!
We look forward to many more visits to Siesta Key!
Brian and Sara - Eden Prairie, MN
Dear Leslie,
Thank you so much for all that you and Lew did to make my daughter’s wedding celebration so successful. Kelly
and Reyer were very happy, and every guest had an absolutely wonderful time. I enjoyed it all so much more than I had
ever realized was possible!
Perhaps it was unnecessary for me to write, but no matter how many weddings you plan --
every single one is a huge life experience for the couple and their families. You will be remembered always, and we
are so grateful to you for all that you’ve done for us.
Sue - Mother of the Bride - Venice, FL
Good Morning!
My Husband & I wanted to take this moment to "Thank You" both!! Our Son's Wedding could
not have been more beautiful!!! You calmed our nerves over the weather conditions and you were right! It was a breath taking
day, post card perfect!! Not only did we have a spectacular Sunset, but we also had a FULL MOON right behind us, who could
have asked for more!! The photo's on your website were superb! All our friends, from near and far, are still talking about
how beautiful the beach wedding turned out and how lovely our son and his bride were on their special day! We also wanted
to thank you for attending our son's wedding reception and our Sunday Hyatt Wedding Brunch, you were both like family to us!
Everyone had a great time and we are so pleased to have met you both! Thank you Leslie for all your hard work and thank you
Lew for your breath-taking beach photo's!!! You two make an awesome team! Our thanks to you both,
Best regards,
Jack and Cheri - Parents of the Groom
The wedding vows you sent us are beautiful....and perfect! I shed tears just reading
them.
Jeni and Brad - Greenwood, IN
Thank you both ever soo much for your help and guidance throughout the planning of our wedding..Despite
being in England you made as feel completely at ease throughout the whole process, responding to our numerous e-mails immediately
with clear and concise answers. The Ceremony itself was all we had dreamt of..the co-ordination of the wedding was second
to none..May we finally wish you both all the best for the future.
With Love
Scott and Lisa - Stevenage, Hertfordshire, UK
Dear Leslie,
I just wanted to write to express our deepest gratitude
on behalf of Eric and myself. Everyone when we came home asked us how the wedding was and the only thing that we could
say was that it was the perfect day. I know that I must have driven you crazy, considering we had been planning
this wedding with you for a little over a year, but you and your husband were always so pleasant and understanding.
You absolutely made our dream wedding a reality, and I could not thank you enough. Now when I hear couples talking
about a destination wedding I have been telling them about our wedding and how beautiful Siesta Key is and that
I know a good wedding coordinator. Thank you again from the bottom of our hearts.
Love,
Eric
& Michele - Mineral Ridge, OH
Good Morning, Leslie --
I’m now sitting in my office at work, tears
streaming down my face. These vows you sent are beautiful!
Toby and Ed - Middlebury, CT
Dear Leslie and Lew,
I just wanted to thank you for helping me pull off the best day of my life. I had an incredible
time and I am glad you pushed me along my nervousness. You also made some awesome recommendations.
Thanks again,
Kristen and Phillip
- Port Charlotte, FL
Dear Leslie and Lou,
We both just wanted
to say 'Thank you.' Our dream wedding was better than we ever imagined it could be; it was a day we and our guests will
never forget.
You were so professional and made us feel at ease even from the U.K.
The sunset really was the perfect
sunset and we really want to thank you from the bottom of our hearts.
Many Many Thanks XXX
Lucy and
Carl - Baintree, Essex, UK
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KEY'S AVERAGE MONTHLY TEMPERATURES | |
MONTH |
HIGH |
LOW |
GULF WATER |
RAINFALL |
SUNSET MID-MONTH |
| JANUARY |
72 |
51 |
63 |
2.6" |
5:58 |
| FEBRUARY |
74 |
57 |
64 |
1.5" |
6:22 |
| MARCH |
77 |
57 |
68 |
4.3" |
6:39 |
| APRIL |
81 |
59 |
74 |
1.0" |
7:55 |
| MAY |
87 |
68 |
78 |
2.8" |
8:12 |
| JUNE |
89 |
73 |
83 |
5.0" |
8:28 |
| JULY |
92 |
75 |
86 |
7.9" |
8:28 |
| AUGUST |
91 |
74 |
87 |
5.4" |
8:08 |
| SEPTEMBER |
89 |
73 |
85 |
7.8" |
7:35 |
| OCTOBER |
85 |
68 |
79 |
4.5" |
7:07 |
| NOVEMBER |
80 |
69 |
72 |
2.0" |
5:38 |
| DECEMBER |
73 |
59 |
67 |
1.9" |
5:37 |
| AVG.
RELATIVE HUMIDITY | High
83%
Low 58% | | PREVAILING WIND | EAST |
| ELEVATION
SEA LEVEL | TO
18 FEET |
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