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(Guest Blog by Patrick Pope of Patrick Pope Photography, www.PatrickPopePhotography.com) “You need two photographers for your wedding.” This is the prevailing belief among most couples as they look for photography. The reality is this statement is simply too broad of a brush and assumes that every couple has the exact same needs, which we know isn’t…
Read MoreI am going to start you off with 20+ ideas to personalize your wedding, and by the time you get to the bottom of this list, you will have probably thought of several things as well. Here we go: Dress doors and entrances with flower garlands and fabric swags. Have a garden wedding and hang…
Read MoreWhat makes for a great date and a great time may not be all you need for a long term great marriage. Check out these factors to see if your relationship has all the right stuff: HUMOR Does your guy make you laugh and lift your spirits? A sense of humor can help you through…
Read MoreOver the last few months we have received emails regarding various dilemmas and so we thought today we would answer a few of these concerns: If a friend can’t attend, should I still invite them? That’s a sticky one. An invitation generally means the expectation of a gift, and you don’t want people to think…
Read MoreAttention all future brides – please print and keep this post – Information your bridesmaids need to know for your wedding day. I’ve see many stressed out brides on their wedding day, with their attention being constantly diverted to questions and emails. This is your wedding day – it’s the day to relax and take…
Read More1. How You Think is Everything. Always be positive. Think success, not failure. Beware of a negative environment. 2. Decide Upon Your True Dreams & Goals. Write down your specific goals and develop a plan to reach them. 3. Take Action. Goals are nothing without action. Don’t be afraid to get started now. Just…
Read MoreDating is one thing, but making a life commitment is different. How can you be sure the match is the right one for you? Here are five signs that you should evaluate before saying “I DO.” You are OPEN with each other. Can you share with him all the details about yourself, your feelings,…
Read MoreSometimes it’s good to take a break from wedding planning and just relax. It’s a cold winter day. And there is nothing better than a good book and a cup of hot chocolate. You are on your own for the hot chocolate today, but here is a list of great books about romance, love and…
Read MoreIf you want to live together “happily ever after” there are a few things you should know about each other before you tie the knot. Who You Are Know who you are and what you want from life before getting married. If you want to focus on a career, have kids, travel a lot….be sure…
Read MoreAnyone remember David Letterman’s Late Night show? David Letterman had his Top Ten lists. With that in mind, I put together a Top Ten Guidelines to be a Better Bride. This list is designed to help you really enjoy the most important day of your life AND at the same time eliminate the stress of…
Read MoreWant an instant conversation piece? This is so easy and so fun! First – find meaningful photos of each of your wedding guests. It could be a picture of you and Aunt Betty at a family reunion, or a photo of you with your Uncle Jim at his Christmas Party, or just a photo of…
Read MoreProblem: The ceremony is at noon, the reception is from 6:00 to 11:00. That many hours with the photographer is going to get expensive! Yes, that is a problem – if the couple wants every minute of the reception photographed. In reality most receptions are covered very well in less than three hours of photography time. If…
Read MoreStart early to develop a relationship with your MIL. Invite her to join you for lunch just to get acquainted and talk. Meet at a comfortable restaurant and keep the conversation upbeat and explore neutral, non-controversial topics. Start to be involved in family events and celebrations and make a point of offering to help and…
Read MoreSlowing down and being generous is part of the recipe for happiness. Bring greater joy to your day to day life with these tips. When you marry, this new way of life gives you an opportunity to build lasting happy marriages. Live and let live. Move forward and let others live their lives. Be giving…
Read MoreMany of today’s mothers have daughters who are rapidly making their way up the corporate ladder. But many of these brides-to-be still depend on the balanced advice from their mom’s when it comes time to picking a venue, finding a gown, or tasting the cake. Today’s moms need to help provide the proper balance in…
Read MoreWhen you are in love and newly married, couples tend to overlook issues that could be big “problems” later in the marriage. Here’s the thing to keep in mind – learn to work through problems now – not just ignore them. Learn to work together to solve problems. Your little squabbles before you actually get…
Read MoreWant to keep the party going? The more you can adhere to these pointers, the more likely your party will be at full steam at closing time. It’s been said that a party should end “Not when it shouldn’t end, but when it does.” What that means is that it feels better when people are…
Read MoreOkay the pressure is on, and you are stressed! Your best man and maid of honor are totally not into the traditional toast speech. They turn to you for help. Here are some easy intros to get them started in the right direction. Sample Speech Formats: It can be hard to share your best friend…
Read MoreHugging is healthy. It helps the immune system, cures depression, reduces stress and induces sleep. It’s invigorating, rejuvenating and has no unpleasant side effects. Hugging is nothing less than a miracle drug. Hugging is all natural. It is organic, naturally sweet, no artificial ingredients, non-polluting, environmentally friendly and 100 percent wholesome. Hugging is the ideal…
Read MoreBe prepared! Here are some solutions for many bridal day issues. Rain – It is what it is. Have a backup plan and perhaps give everyone in your wedding party inexpensive parasols. And they say, it is Good Luck to rain on your wedding day. Getting dizzy while standing at the altar – Many people…
Read MoreEvery bride should have an emergency kit handy on her wedding day. Anticipating anything big or small that can go wrong is the key to staying calm. I’ve seen just about every major and minor mishap including a bride who forgot to bring shoes for her wedding. No problem – we just stop on the…
Read MoreWhen I ask brides who decide to have a “family friend” photograph their wedding or why they cut the budget for photography, I usually receive one of the two responses below. I want to spending my money on the things that are more visually gratifying such as the flowers, my dress (of…
Read MoreEvery bride wants to look her very best on the day of her wedding. So here are 10 tips that will help you shape up for your wedding or just plain get in shape. These are not my ideas (check out the link below) but I love them because it makes the process less like…
Read MoreAt this time of year, if you are planning a winter wedding and celebrating the Holidays, you might feel that things are spiraling out of control. Even if your wedding is several months away, here are seven golden ideas to keep you in control: Stay within your budget. (Yes, you really need to create…
Read MoreGuest Post from Jenn Glosemeyer, Boulevard Bride www.BoulevardBride.com One of the most exciting parts about getting married is finding “The Dress”. It’s probably the first thing on your list. When it is time to go shopping keep these tips in mind. Undergarments can drastically change the look of a dress. …
Read MoreIn today’s crazy mixed up world, there are lots of “fathers” who are “fathers” in name only. One of the hardest decisions many brides have is whether to have their biological father walk them down the aisle, or should they ask someone who is closer to them, someone who has helped them to be the…
Read MoreToday’s blog continues our discussion from the previous day about wedding planners and how they do business. We posed four questions to various planners throughout the area, and here is a summary of their responses. Second question to our wedding planners: When you recommend a vendor, what is the basis of that recommendation? Do you…
Read MoreIncluding your child in the wedding ceremony is extremely important in second marriages as it helps the child/children feel as if they are part of the new family. A nice touch is to present the child with a gift just after your vows are completed, and when you present this gift, you each can make…
Read MoreOne piece of advice that I give brides is that your wedding will most likely have a bump in the road. No matter how well you plan, there are times when things go wrong. Sometimes it is things beyond your control like weather, and other times it’s dealing with one of the many people that…
Read MoreLast weekend in New York the industry’s top bridal designers showed their Spring/Summer 2014 collections at Bridal Market. They say that gone is Organza and Chantilly Lace and that a new wave of fabrics will be exploding the scene like hand-painted lace and golf-flecked detailing. And then there is the new color trend – a…
Read MoreYou’ve probably been a couple for a while now, and the assumption that sex on your wedding night is the most amazing experience ever is a myth. It could be great, or you could both be way too tired to be really at your best or perhaps way too tipsy. However, your wedding night can…
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