Pam & Dan - Stonebrook Country Club
09/27/08 21:19 Filed in: Receptions
We met Pam & Dan
initially because Karl had worked with Dan before.
When Dan & Pam became engaged they gave us a
call. We met with them up at Caribou Coffee in Savage
and really hit it off. My first impression was "what
genuine and kind people". I knew right away that I
wanted to work with them. Pam said the nicest thing
to me and I will never forget it, she said "You know
when you find the perfect wedding dress and fits
perfectly, and you know it is the one, that is how I
feel about you guys being our DJ's". One of the best
compliments of all time. I really enjoyed their
personalities. Pam & Dan had both been married
before and as a result knew what they wanted for
their reception. That was very helpful. There is an
interesting story attached to their date and the
venue that they chose. We were originally booked to
do a wedding at Stonebrooke on this exact date but
the bride had cancelled. About a month later, Pam and
Dan call and it is for the same date and venue. What
are the odds? I just thought it was meant to be.
Pam is a very creative and talented lady. She actually created her own photo montage for the reception and it was very impressive. Dan, creative as well, designed a nice surprise for Pam. Karl and Dan made the words to "Bless The Broken Road" by Selah, appear on the screen as the couple danced their first dance. They both contributed lots of time and energy to the planning of their wedding and reception and it certainly paid off. The day was incredible, full of fun and love.
Karl and I wanted it to be very special. We had 3 meetings to go over details and we wanted to view the video montage early because we were going to play the music and wanted to make sure we could operate everything and that it would all be compatible etc..
When 9-27-08 arrived we were ready. We showed up at Stonebrooke in Shakopee and we were greeted by friendly, familiar staff. We like working there because it is an easy drive, easy load in and the staff is so wonderful to us. I have never had a bad experience there. We set up and greeted guests when they arrived. Karl knew a bunch of people and I got the chance to meet some folks that Karl has known for a long time.
Then Pam and Dan arrived. They started with pictures out on the beautiful grounds. I hurried out and hugged and congratulated them. They were going to let me know when they were ready for the Grand Entrance. After photos they came in the front door and I lined everyone up. The wedding party consisted of Bride & Groom and their 3 children, Dan's daughter Hanna and Pam's sons Austin and Ryan. The reception was very family and children friendly.
Everyone looked so gorgeous. Hanna was walking out first and was a little nervous but she pulled it off glamorously to Fergies Glamorous. She looked beautiful and had fun with it. Next, the boys, Ryan & Austin came out to Star Wars well Ryan did anyway, I said something like from a galaxy far, far away and One of the boys came out fighting like a little Jedi and the other refused. So I apologized for the wait as Austin's galaxy must have been a little further away then Ryan's. It was sooo cute. Then the Fabulous Bride and Groom entered to "I Feel Good "by James Brown!! The guests loved it and cheered enthusiastically. Pam and Dan then took the Mic and thanked everyone for coming.
Pam's Dad gave a blessing and dinner was served. During dinner we played a little game called "Name That Tune". Oh My Gosh! Did they ever pick the right game for their reception.
If people clinked their glasses I would go over to them (sometimes they had to raise their hands if lots of clinking occurred), asked Karl to play a snippet of a song. If they got the title or artist right then Dan and Pam had to kiss. Well, these guests loved it and Dan's lips were getting tired. I asked if I should curb it but Pam said she loved the kisses so it continued all through dinner. This game was great because the kids could play too. We made it age appropriate for whoever was asking.
Then Dan's father gave a toast and we played the newlywed game. This was very funny and entertaining to the guests. All Brides and Grooms think they will answer all the questions the same but that usually isn't the case. That is what makes it funny! The best part was that the kids helped me read the questions and gave some commentary on the answers. Little Austin is sure to be an entertainer of some sort, when he grows up, if not sooner. He was very comfortable with the mic and he was good at motivating the audience. Definitely not a shy guy and I admired that. Hanna was very outgoing too and not afraid to talk on the mic. Austin was shy but did participate so I give him kudos for that.
Then we went into the First dance, the words projected on the screen were a nice touch. Next Pam danced with her sons to " I Could Not Ask For More" by Edwin McCain. Then open dancing. "September" by Earth, Wind & Fire packed the dance floor. The guests liked all kinds of music. Dan's dad was a Johnny Cash fan himself. One of the guests mom requested "We Are The Champions" by Queen and the kids went wild. That kid knew all the words and he couldn't have even been 4 years old. There was some karaoke at the end of the night and the kids had fun with that. Hanna sang big girls don't cry and Ryan sang Kryptonite.
I met some very nice people and felt so lucky to have celebrated Dan & Pam's special day with them.
I wish Pam, Dan , Hanna, Ryan & Austin all the best. I hope we keep in touch because they are a truly wonderful family.
Live, Laugh, Love
Carol Morgan
www.collsound.com
Pam is a very creative and talented lady. She actually created her own photo montage for the reception and it was very impressive. Dan, creative as well, designed a nice surprise for Pam. Karl and Dan made the words to "Bless The Broken Road" by Selah, appear on the screen as the couple danced their first dance. They both contributed lots of time and energy to the planning of their wedding and reception and it certainly paid off. The day was incredible, full of fun and love.
Karl and I wanted it to be very special. We had 3 meetings to go over details and we wanted to view the video montage early because we were going to play the music and wanted to make sure we could operate everything and that it would all be compatible etc..
When 9-27-08 arrived we were ready. We showed up at Stonebrooke in Shakopee and we were greeted by friendly, familiar staff. We like working there because it is an easy drive, easy load in and the staff is so wonderful to us. I have never had a bad experience there. We set up and greeted guests when they arrived. Karl knew a bunch of people and I got the chance to meet some folks that Karl has known for a long time.
Then Pam and Dan arrived. They started with pictures out on the beautiful grounds. I hurried out and hugged and congratulated them. They were going to let me know when they were ready for the Grand Entrance. After photos they came in the front door and I lined everyone up. The wedding party consisted of Bride & Groom and their 3 children, Dan's daughter Hanna and Pam's sons Austin and Ryan. The reception was very family and children friendly.
Everyone looked so gorgeous. Hanna was walking out first and was a little nervous but she pulled it off glamorously to Fergies Glamorous. She looked beautiful and had fun with it. Next, the boys, Ryan & Austin came out to Star Wars well Ryan did anyway, I said something like from a galaxy far, far away and One of the boys came out fighting like a little Jedi and the other refused. So I apologized for the wait as Austin's galaxy must have been a little further away then Ryan's. It was sooo cute. Then the Fabulous Bride and Groom entered to "I Feel Good "by James Brown!! The guests loved it and cheered enthusiastically. Pam and Dan then took the Mic and thanked everyone for coming.
Pam's Dad gave a blessing and dinner was served. During dinner we played a little game called "Name That Tune". Oh My Gosh! Did they ever pick the right game for their reception.
If people clinked their glasses I would go over to them (sometimes they had to raise their hands if lots of clinking occurred), asked Karl to play a snippet of a song. If they got the title or artist right then Dan and Pam had to kiss. Well, these guests loved it and Dan's lips were getting tired. I asked if I should curb it but Pam said she loved the kisses so it continued all through dinner. This game was great because the kids could play too. We made it age appropriate for whoever was asking.
Then Dan's father gave a toast and we played the newlywed game. This was very funny and entertaining to the guests. All Brides and Grooms think they will answer all the questions the same but that usually isn't the case. That is what makes it funny! The best part was that the kids helped me read the questions and gave some commentary on the answers. Little Austin is sure to be an entertainer of some sort, when he grows up, if not sooner. He was very comfortable with the mic and he was good at motivating the audience. Definitely not a shy guy and I admired that. Hanna was very outgoing too and not afraid to talk on the mic. Austin was shy but did participate so I give him kudos for that.
Then we went into the First dance, the words projected on the screen were a nice touch. Next Pam danced with her sons to " I Could Not Ask For More" by Edwin McCain. Then open dancing. "September" by Earth, Wind & Fire packed the dance floor. The guests liked all kinds of music. Dan's dad was a Johnny Cash fan himself. One of the guests mom requested "We Are The Champions" by Queen and the kids went wild. That kid knew all the words and he couldn't have even been 4 years old. There was some karaoke at the end of the night and the kids had fun with that. Hanna sang big girls don't cry and Ryan sang Kryptonite.
I met some very nice people and felt so lucky to have celebrated Dan & Pam's special day with them.
I wish Pam, Dan , Hanna, Ryan & Austin all the best. I hope we keep in touch because they are a truly wonderful family.
Live, Laugh, Love
Carol Morgan
www.collsound.com
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