Ever since the mid-1800’s when Queen Victoria first wore white for her wedding to Albert of Saxe-Coberg to incorporate some lace she owned, women have devoted months, even entire girlhoods to finding the dazzling gown they will wear for only one day. A wedding is a romantic affair, but also an action-filled event, one…
Read moreThe Art of the Thank-You Note
In today''''s age of e-mail, texting, and FaceBook, the personal touch of sending cards or letters is becoming more and more rare. While these modern ways of communication have their place, they must never be used in lieu of a traditional, hand-written thank-you note for the attendance and gift from the guests at your…
Read moreYour First Celebration
Termed “Reception” for the idea of hosting or receiving those who attended the marriage ceremony, the party following the wedding is traditionally thought of as a way to say thank you to your friends and family for their time and gifts. It is also the very first celebration of your marriage, and a time…
Read morePet-Imparted Wisdom
The biggest complaint heard among most people regarding fairy tales is that the story stops where married life begins. And, of course, that is where most of the non-fairy tale behaviors and problems begin as well. Most wedding blogs do the same; they tell you all about how to have the fairy tale wedding,…
Read moreThe Scent of a Wedding
When planning a wedding, colors, flowers, size, coordinators, attendants, and lighting are selected with careful deliberation. Yet not many consider making sure that their wedding not only is pleasing to the eye, but its aroma is pleasant as well. Heavy and over-powering scents should never be present, but the sense of smell is a…
Read moreA Gift From Your Heart
The bride and groom give each other their hearts, wedding rings, trust, and lives, and often choose to offer each other a special wedding gift. A wedding gift for your beloved doesn’t need to be expensive, but it should be of value in a sentimental way and come from your heart, a unique or…
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