Commitment

One of the surprising and very concerning things I am noticing lately is the lack of commitment from people. Be it brides or vendors, the lack or the not-caring attitude is really starting to wear thin.

I will have brides sign up for bridal shows and then not show up; pay for their tickets, but then not come to the event; call for an appointment, then pass on by and not even call to apologize or reschedule. If you have changed your mind, call and tell us; we can handle it!

No wonder so many marriages fail! Folks, if we can't commit to a simple appointment, what happens when the party and the honeymoon are over? That is when the real work begins. A very wise individual told me, "If the task doesn't get them, the daily grind will!" That is so true.

It is downright rude to tell someone that you will show up at 12:30 and take pictures, and then not show up until 2:05 just as the bride is walking up the aisle! Where are all of the before pictures? The pictures of the couple getting ready, talking to Mom and Dad, or the flower girl's little dance as she twirls for the bride in her little girl's dress? Where is the commitment to the contract that you signed?

Brides, if you have called for an appointment, but then fail to show up, you have not only been rude, but have cost us money, talent and time. We have other things to do besides stand around and grow angry over your no show. If you tell us you will show up, then show up! Commitment and carry through.

When the going gets tough, the tough gets going. There is a reason for this saying and it certainly rings true. A promise is a promise is a promise.

Say what you are going to do, then do what you have said. Be a person of good honor, character, and integrity.