• Why Nondenominational Weddings?

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    According to the Washington Post (July 2, 2006) “While clergy still perform most weddings, the ceremonies are straying ever farther from tradition, reflecting a “do-it-yourself” attitude toward religious nuptials”How true, how true.When I first started officianting at weddings seven years ago, non-denominational weddings were starting to proliferate. Now they seem to be exploding.Read more…
  • When DIY Can Save Your Wedding

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    DIY stands for do-it-yourself and it can save you a fortune on your wedding. According to the Association for Wedding Professionals International, the average cost of a wedding in the U.S.Read more…
  • 10 Tips On How To Prepare A Good Wedding Speech!

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    1. You are with your family and friends. Relax and have fun with the wedding toast speech2. Come prepared.Read more…
  • Wedding Traditions

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    Weddings are steeped in traditions, rituals and hidden meanings. Many of the trappings of the event are taken for granted but the original reasons for their inclusion were often practical and down to earth. For instance the old boot or shoe tied to the couples car is a throwback to the time when a father would give the slipper he used to beat his daughter to her new husband.Read more…
  • If your Wedding Day is in Winter

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    Some time ago, a young lady was complaining that the wedding day is near the corner and she has problems in winter with her over-dried skin. Many people, including me, have terrible skin problems during this season. Why?Read more…
  • Wedding Rings - Your Choice of the Right Diamond Rings

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    You always hear the saying goes "diamonds are forever", but are all diamonds created equal? The answer to that is an emphatic, 'no'! When shopping for your diamond engagement ring or diamond rings as your ultimate wedding rings, there are four characteristics to notice.Read more…
  • Why Do Couples Have Hen And Stag Nights?

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    Hen and Stag Nights have traditionally been enjoyed by brides and grooms for many years. It very much signifies an end to the spinster/bachelor lifstyle and the start of a new life together.These days, couples are generally opting for quieter affairs though there are still those who want to indulge in anything going!Read more…
  • How to Sparkle on your Wedding Day!

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    Fastly becoming a popular idea at weddings, sparklers are the hottest addition to reception tables for summer weddings. Not only are they great fun, but they are a real ice-breaker.Many brides also comment on how fantastic the photographs look whilst guests are enjoying their sparklers!Read more…
  • Gamos: The Greek Orthodox Wedding

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    In the Greek Orthodox Church the wedding ceremony is called Gamos. Symbolising the union of God and woman, Gamos derives from the Greek term Hieros Gamos, meaning Holy wedding.The current wedding ceremony goes back centuries and is replete with symbolism and metaphor.Read more…
  • Don't Pick The Wrong Wedding Dress! Let Us Help!

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    Possibly the most important day of any woman’s life is when they are planning their very own wedding event. And perhaps the most important purchase is the wedding dress. By looking at several stores and trying on several styles, you will have a better idea of what is available and what you like.Read more…
  • Why Should I Store My Wedding Dress?

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    Your Wedding was beautiful; you will never forget the look you got from your new husband as he saw you for the first time in your gown. When remembering your day, you don’t want it all to just be a fond memory, but rather be able to look back years and years later at the wedding dress you picked only to find it yellowed over time because it was not tended to properly! Therefore, after the wedding is over and you have settled into married life, an important aspect of the blessed day needs to be tended to one last time.Read more…
  • Formula For A Great Wedding Speech

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    I've been fortunate just recently in seeing both my daughters get married to good men. The only thing was it raised two issues: does this mean I'll become a grandfather (heck at 56 I'm too young - grandfathers are old aren't they?) and I would have to give two wedding speeches!Read more…
  • Wedding Favors Traditions

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    A Wedding is one of the most important days in every couple’s life. There are many ways in which the wedding celebrations can be remembered, such as through videos and photographs. There is also another way of having your wedding day remembered by your guests.Read more…
  • How to Choose Wording for a Las Vegas Theme Wedding Invitation

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    Your Las Vegas wedding will be beautiful, whether you are getting married in Las Vegas or having a Las Vegas themed wedding elsewhere, you are ready to walk down the aisle. But how do you express in words to your family and friends that you’re about to walk down a Las Vegas wedding aisle? It’s more simple than many brides would like to think.Read more…
  • Planning a Wedding in the Hurricane Season

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    The summer months are some of the most popular times of the year for weddings with so many couples now looking at tropical destinations to hold their event. Aruba, the Bahamas, and Florida are favored wedding spots, with the latter two being among the most prized. Unfortunately, both locations fall smack dab in the middle of hurricane territory thereby increasing the risks that wedding plans could be cancelled in the event a storm hits.Read more…
  • A Bridal Shower the Inexpensive Way

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    People love parties, and the person of honor at a party loves it even more, but parties such as Bridal Showers can get costly. There are ways to cut back on the costs while still throwing a great party for the Bride and her friends.Food is a staple at any party.Read more…
  • Bridal Registry

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    A bridal registry is a service offered by department stores to newlywed couples. This is a system that allows a couple to manage and keep track of the purchase of gifts for their wedding.A Chicago-founded department store pioneered the institution and offered bridal registries as a service for newlywed couples.Read more…
  • 3 Warning Signs of a Cheating Wife

    By: Tim Lee
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    A cheating wife can cause much emotional trauma, not to mention the harm it could cause a family. That being said, it is very important that you are able to recognize warning signs of infidelity and cheating while it is early. Only then can there be any resolution to the problem – and that in a way that the relationship and the family are saved.Read more…
  • Wedding Music - The Frugal Bride's Guide to Wedding Entertainment

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    Every bride worth her weight in tulle knows - when all is said and done – your guests may not quite recall the centerpieces, but all will remember whether (or not) they had a good time. That elusive “fun factor” rides undeniably on the quality of your wedding entertainment. Of course, like everything having to do with weddings, the high price tag of wedding entertainment can intimidate the budget conscious bride.Read more…
  • A Beach Theme Wedding Favor for Your Special Day

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    Weddings are a hectic time, filled with last minute planning, minor mishaps and sometimes astronomical problems! Hopefully not, but it can happen – that is why it is so difficult sometimes to remember small details, like wedding favors for all of your guests. If you are having your wedding at a beach, you may wonder how it is even possible or appropriate to hand out trinkets.Read more…

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