Today’s downward-spiraling economy has everyone taking a second look at spending habits-including wedding spending. If you find yourself needing to tighten your wedding budget, below are ten ways to help you do it.
Go to full postPosted by of mywedding.comJanuary 7, 2009
Posted by of mywedding.comDecember 31, 2008
The engagement timelines (times when things should be completed by) out there in the world are long and complicated. I thought I would give just an overview of what needs to be done during the last 6 months or so. I am just focusing on the major points. Just think of this as a list that’s small enough to fit inside your wallet.
Go to full postPosted by of Elegant Event DesignDecember 30, 2008
The bachelor party will likely be one of the best parties of your life - especially because the groom is the guest of honor! There are a couple easy things you should think about during the planning process so you don’t forget something important.
Go to full postPosted by of The Man RegistryDecember 25, 2008
The way I see it, there are two groups of people: those who love the holidays because they love spending time with family, and those who dread the holidays because their family - or spouse’s family - is difficult to be around. I wrote this article for those of you in the second category.
Remember when you promised "for better or for worse?" If your in-laws are suffocating and controlling, then spending time with them is probably part of the "worse." Because spending time with your spouse’s parents is part of the marriage commitment, you might as well learn how to make the best of it. Here are six tips for having a better holiday experience.
Go to full postPosted by of Planning Tips and Ideas for mywedding.comDecember 24, 2008
Love, children, family and marital duties - if you're planning on being married in a church, these are some issues you’ll most likely discuss in a marriage preparation class. Some grooms may cringe at the thought of spending a Saturday or Sunday afternoon discussing and learning about marriage (When you know-it-all, already, right?) But if you take the classes seriously, there’s actually a lot of good information you can get out of them. Consider this article your primer for marriage prep.
Men, class is in session.
Go to full postPosted by of The Man RegistryDecember 19, 2008
While we all know it as the "most wonderful time of the year," for many the holiday season can mean more stress than usual - especially when you’re planning a wedding. With busy schedules and pressure to buy gifts for friends and family, it’s easy to forget the spirit of the holiday - giving and sharing. This year don’t forget to give to yourself. Give yourself the gift of taking it easy. Put less pressure on yourself this season and incorporate ways to stay sane amongst the hubbub of the holiday. Below you’ll find tips for curbing stress and getting through the holiday with ease.
Go to full postPosted by of mywedding.comDecember 18, 2008
If you were an "Everybody Loves Raymond" fan, you probably remember Robert’s wedding to Amy, when the minister said, "If anyone objects to this marriage, speak now or forever hold your peace," and Robert’s mother Marie took the shocked minister up on his offer to speak her mind, much to everyone’s horror. How common is this outside of TV and movies? Not very - but it does happen. I live by a simple principle: "Expect nothing. Be ready for anything." In that spirit, here are a few ideas for preventing and, if necessary, handling every wedding couple’s worst nightmare.
Go to full postPosted by of myweddingfavors.comDecember 12, 2008
It’s something that every traditionalist will tell you is a requirement for the engagement - asking the bride’s parents for permission for their daughter’s hand in marriage. Many will tell you that it’s not necessary in today’s modern world - but for those who do still believe in the old world courtesies – it is expected. And if overlook this step, it could be a rocky and uncomfortable start to your marriage.
Go to full postPosted by of The Man RegistryDecember 11, 2008
If you’ve decided to say "I do" south of the border, in the islands, over the pond, or anywhere else that would be considered a vacation destination, let me first say: Can I come? I would love a nice vacation where you pick up my bar tab. I promise to leave my kids at home (believe you me), and not start drinking Mai-Tai’s before noon-ish. Think about it. Anyway, there is a slightly different set of rules and considerations for the jet-set couple and their guests, so I have put together a few guidelines that I hope will help you navigate the tricky seas of destination wedding planning.
Go to full postPosted by of mywedding.comDecember 10, 2008
