If you are like most brides and grooms, you'll want to have alcohol served at your wedding. And, you'll also want ways to save money on your bar. A cocktail or glass of wine, or maybe a cup of your favorite draft beer adds to the celebratory vibe of the day. But how can you … Continue reading 5 Easy Ways to Save Money on Your Bar
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National Poetry Day
Thursday, October 3 is National Poetry Day. Celebrate by reading a favorite poem. (Mine's "Rabbi Ben Ezra" by Robert Browning). Whether you prefer the structure of haiku, or a sonnet, a narrative epic or ballad, or the flowing rhythms of free verse, there’s something for everyone. Check out PoemHunter.com. You’ll find many different topics, including … Continue reading National Poetry Day
Wrong and Wrong: My Take On The “Wedding Officiant Yells At Photographer” Fiasco
Wedding advice and etiquette goes for the wedding professionals you've hired for your wedding. I’m sure you’ve all seen, or at least heard about, the YouTube video of the officiant who yelled at the photographer and threatened to stop the ceremony if the photographer didn’t move. (Here's a link for those of you who may … Continue reading Wrong and Wrong: My Take On The “Wedding Officiant Yells At Photographer” Fiasco
9 Easy Ways to Contain Your Wedding Costs
Weddings will still take place in these tough economic times, so savvy brides and grooms are looking for ways now more than ever to have the weddings of their dreams without breaking the bank with their wedding costs. Here are some easy-to-do tips that will help you contain the costs of your wedding. 9 Ways … Continue reading 9 Easy Ways to Contain Your Wedding Costs
How to Have Happy Guests at Your Wedding
Yes, it’s true – there wouldn’t be a wedding without you, the bride and groom. And I believe that the choices you make should be based on what you and your partner like (it is YOUR wedding after all). However, it is important to have happy wedding guests, and to achieve that you'll need to … Continue reading How to Have Happy Guests at Your Wedding
Wedding Q & A – Invitation Wording
Q - I have a question about my wedding invitation wording. Whose names are supposed to go on the invitation? My FMIL wants their names on there too, but they’re not paying for the wedding! A - Some people are under the belief that besides the names of the bride and groom, the only other … Continue reading Wedding Q & A – Invitation Wording
Top 12 Wedding Make Up & Beauty Tips
Of course you want to be healthy and look your best. And especially so on your wedding day. So here are 12 wedding skin care and beauty tips. 12+ Wedding Skin Care and Beauty Tips General Health & Beauty 1. Drink plenty of water – 8 glasses is recommended. This will keep you hydrated and … Continue reading Top 12 Wedding Make Up & Beauty Tips
Wedding Q & A – The End of the Reception
Q - I don't know what to do at the end of the reception. What is a good way to “wrap up” the reception without being rude? A - One of the best ways to “wrap things up” at the end of the reception is to have it seem like a natural ending. The last … Continue reading Wedding Q & A – The End of the Reception
Going Green On Your Wedding Day
Thinking of ideas for having a green wedding? Here are some areas for an eco-friendly, green wedding. 5 Ways To Have A Green Wedding 1) Rings Use heirloom jewelry. Perhaps a ring that honors your family or heritage. Or find a vintage piece on ebay or a local antique shop. You can choose rings made … Continue reading Going Green On Your Wedding Day
Why Is Another Bride Angry Over A Wedding Gift?
OMG - yet another report of a bride being angry over a wedding gift she and her spouse received from one of their wedding guests. This time the bride is complaining over what she considers to be a cheap gift that does not cover the cost of what the guest ate or drank at the … Continue reading Why Is Another Bride Angry Over A Wedding Gift?