Long Distance Wedding Planning
November 16, 2009
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My niece, Jennifer Nalus, is getting married in January, 2010. I was so excited when she asked me to help her plan her wedding. The wedding is in the Philippines and I am in California, so that is a bit of a challenge. All my wedding vendors are in the US and I am not familiar with wedding vendors in the Philippines. However, with my talented sister-in-law and my other nieces helping their sister, everything is working fine. Jenny’s wedding planning is coming together.
How to Plan A Green Wedding
October 20, 2009
Many environmentally conscious wedding couples are choosing to have “green” weddings instead of traditional weddings. Couples are trying to reduce their carbon footprint, protect the Earth, and still have an unforgettable event. Having a wedding that is beautiful, traditional, and also eco-friendly is a possibility if couples plan ahead and exchange regular options for green options.
Backyard Wedding Reception
October 5, 2009
Backyard Wedding Reception
You may have noticed that the costs for everyday items are at an all time high. Unfortunately the expenses relating to weddings have also increased as our economy has struggled. While fancy catered dinners and designer wedding gowns can take a big chunk out of your overall budget, engaged couples are often shocked to discover that rental fees on locations used for weddings and receptions have skyrocketed. What’s a bride to do? Many thrifty brides are deciding to cut costs and save money by having their receptions in their own backyard. A backyard wedding can be just as beautiful as one in a rented area, but does require more work.
Groom’s Role in Wedding Planning
September 26, 2009
Traditionally all wedding responsibilities have fallen on the shoulders of the beaming bride. Sometimes the bride has a wedding planner that helps her make decisions and insures that all goes smoothly. Historically the groom’s single responsibility has been to show up at the wedding on time in his tuxedo, as the wedding day is known as the “bride‘s day“.
Prenuptial Agreements – Should You Have One?
September 21, 2009
Most people view “prenuptial agreements” or “pre-nups” as distasteful or as a sign of distrust between a couple planning to get married. There’s always the connotation that this piece of paper is insurance when the couple’s “happily ever after” take a turn into a battle in the divorce court; and that it is for the truly wealthy and celebrities only.
Will you put car, home, health and life insurance in the same light? I don’t think so. Prenuptial agreements are similar to these insurances – no one anticipates an accident, fire, major sickness, death or divorce. We certainly do not want to talk about it, but it can happen and sometimes it does happen to us when we least expected; and it is best to be prepared.
