This as-told-to essay is based on a conversation with Akeshi Akinseye, a luxury event planner and the author of "The Art of Celebrating: Inspiration and Ideas for Meaningful Gatherings." It has been edited for length and clarity. My first real love for events came when I planned my own wedding back in 2012. I didn't have formal training in event planning, but I knew what I wanted: thoughtful details, great food, and little surprises for guests. When I started planning events for other people, I