Archive for July, 2008

5 Tips to a Smoother Wedding Ceremony

Thursday, July 31st, 2008

No matter what kind of ceremony you are having for your wedding, here are some tips and hints that will help make it go smoother. Your wedding ceremony will be memorable all your life, so make it special and make it your own.

How We Kept Our Wedding Budget Under $2000

Thursday, July 31st, 2008

We set our wedding budget at an unbelievable low number… and we were able to have a ceremony that was beautiful and received many compliments. Our budget was $2000 and I am proud to announce that we did not go over that amount. We spent $1675.00 a whole $325 under budget. I was so pleased that we saved money and did not have to sacrifice the quality of the ceremony.

Introduction to Choosing the Perfect Wedding Gown

Wednesday, July 30th, 2008

The most exciting and magical part of wedding planning is purchasing your wedding gown. Deep in your heart you already know what that perfect gown should look like, however finding it can take some time. As brides come in all shapes and sizes so do the gowns.

To Elope or Not Elope, That Is THE Question

Wednesday, July 30th, 2008

I began to realize that while the idea of running away to a secluded bed and breakfast in the beautiful Ozark hills sounded incredibly romantic… deep down I knew that I wanted my super protective and close family to be a part of our day.

Telling Our Children That We Were Getting Married

Tuesday, July 29th, 2008

We started out slow with the kids, at the beginning of our relationship we tried to spend time together when the kids were not around… not because we did not want to include them but because I wanted to protect them. They had just gone through a hard separation from their dad and I did not want to expose them to another heartbreak potential. Read how and when we told our children.

How to Choose Your Wedding Cake With So Many New Ideas Coming Out Every Day

Tuesday, July 29th, 2008

There are many many choices for your wedding cake. You have to consider shape, style, flavor, finish, and decorations. Here are some short lists to take into consideration when it comes to choosing your wedding cake.

20 Must-Have Wedding Lists to Get You Started on The Right Foot

Monday, July 28th, 2008

So the two of you have decided to get married. Congratulations! You’ve probably been moving toward that goal for some time, but now you’ve got to shift gears. Now you’ve got a wedding to plan, and you’re finding that it’s exciting and frightening all at the same time. After all this must be the king of all parties, the ceremony must be perfect, the food has to be the envy of chefs, and you’ve got to find that one gown among thousands that was just made for you! Every detail must be considered and done just so. It’s a monumental task, so where do you start?

Let Me Introduce Myself and My Wedding Story

Monday, July 28th, 2008

I was so pleased with the way that our small wedding on a small budget turned out and I will make sure to share with you some secrets for cutting costs on your big day! I hope that you enjoy our story, and I hope that you are able to gain a few ideas that you can use and personalize for your ceremony.

Wedding Traditions From Around The World - Poland

Saturday, July 26th, 2008

While new trends are great, old traditions from your ethnic heritage can be wonderful too. Consider these traditions from Poland. In Poland a single girl usually wears her hair in a single braid, but on the night before her wedding her mom and other relatives will undo the braid and redo the hair into two braids. This symbolizes her transition from the single life into her life with her new husband.

Wedding Flowers, Silk Or Fresh?

Friday, July 25th, 2008

I love flowers. I would describe them as soft, fragrant, delicate, bright, beautiful, and in every way perfect. As much as I love them I chose to go with silk flowers for my wedding, and if I could do it all again I would still select the silk. Consider my reasons.