Q. - We’re not allowed to throw rice or birdseed after our ceremony, and I really don’t want to do bubbles. What alternatives to tossing rice do we have? A. - Tossing rice originated with the ancient Hindus and Chinese to bestow fertility upon the bride and groom. Although highly traditional, this practice has lost … Continue reading Wedding Q & A – What Are Some Alternatives to Tossing Rice or Bubbles?
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Let The Seasons Guide You – Spring
Trying to decide what flowers to use in your bouquets and centerpieces? Why not let the seasons guide you with these spring wedding ideas? In spring, with the long cold darkness of winter fading, spring brings with it the desire for a variety of colors. Use bright splashes of eye-popping color in your bouquets and … Continue reading Let The Seasons Guide You – Spring
iPhones at Weddings – Should We or Shouldn’t We?
Camera phones / iPhones at weddings. We've all seen guests use them. But do they really need to? We’ve all seen this Microsoft commercial. You know the one where all the wedding guests have their camera phones out during the ceremony, and everyone ends up in a big brawl. Sure, it seems funny, but in … Continue reading iPhones at Weddings – Should We or Shouldn’t We?
3 More Ways to “Go Green” On Your Wedding Day
Are you wondering how to have a green wedding? It's easier than you think, and it doesn't cost more either. Here are 3 more ways on how to have a green wedding that you can try. 1. Be a Locavore When selecting your wedding menu, choose items that feature ingredients grown or made at local … Continue reading 3 More Ways to “Go Green” On Your Wedding Day
Book Review – Take Back Your Wedding: Managing the People Stress of Wedding Planning
Book Review - Take Back Your Wedding: Managing the People Stress of Wedding Planning Book Review - Take Back Your Wedding These days too much emphasis is placed on having the `perfect wedding' and `it's all about the bride.' Take Back Your Wedding: Managing the People Stress of Wedding Planning by William J. Doherty is … Continue reading Book Review – Take Back Your Wedding: Managing the People Stress of Wedding Planning
The Truth About “Shoulds” and “Have-tos” When Planning Your Wedding
Are you like many other engaged couples and are wondering what should you do when planning your wedding? And, are you also like many other engaged couples and are driving yourself (or your partner) crazy wondering what you "should" do? The Truth About "Shoulds" and "Have-tos" When Planning Your Wedding Then this quote is for … Continue reading The Truth About “Shoulds” and “Have-tos” When Planning Your Wedding
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
Going Green On Your Wedding Day
Updated August 2026: We’ve refreshed this post with new ideas and practical tips for planning a more eco-friendly green wedding. It’s no secret that weddings can create a lot of waste. To help combat or at least minimize that waste, many couples are choosing green or eco-friendly options for a more earth friendly wedding celebration. … Continue reading Going Green On Your Wedding Day
Children – To Invite or Not To Invite
Figuring out your guest list can be stressful enough. Deciding whether to invite kids can add to the stress level. Do you want children at your wedding? You may have already noticed this, but other people have their own ideas on what they believe to be the "right way" about planning a wedding and who … Continue reading Children – To Invite or Not To Invite
Another Fabulous Wedding Personalization Idea
Fun Wedding Personalization Idea https://weddingsfromtheheartblog.net/2013/05/15/wedding-personalization-tips/ I’m always on the look-out for fun wedding personalization ideas for a ceremony or reception to share with my brides and grooms and saw this fabulous idea the other day in an article by Natalie Vishny. I immediately fell in love with the idea. "Plan an unconventional wedding ceremony start … Continue reading Another Fabulous Wedding Personalization Idea