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Planning a Modern Catholic Wedding

2010-03-31T16:05:00.000-04:00

Planning A Modern Catholic Wedding

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Catholics often place a lot of importance in the marriage of a couple. It is considered as one of the seven sacraments of the Church that should be taken seriously as they represent God’s love to His people. For this reason, most Catholics prefer holding their wedding ceremonies in the church or cathedral as is the tradition. However, in recent times many Catholic couples have looked for other ways of conducting their weddings elsewhere and giving them a different touch while maintaining the significance and image of a traditional Catholic wedding.

Wedding preparations usually start by proposal and engagement, after which the priest should be informed of your intention to marry. He will then organize for you to be enrolled in the Pre-Cana, a special marriage counseling season whose aim is to prepare the couple spiritually, socially and emotionally for matrimony. Traditionally, any partner that is not baptized can get the same service during this session. But recently this has not been followed to the letter and it has become a matter of personal will.

After the Pre-Cana, the couple can then allow themselves enough time to prepare for their big day. The venue of the wedding can be outside the church, probably a place where other Catholic faithful guests can feel comfortable.

The decorations may also take a different route according to the couple’s sense of style. Choice of colors, flowers and other beauty paraphernalia doesn’t have to follow the traditional ways. Innovations have been brought up to spice up the monotonous traditional wedding preparation elements. One is free to experiment on various ideas as long as they do not go against the Catholic spiritual teachings.

Elements of style, culture and heritage have influenced different people’s decisions on how to plan and conduct their weddings. People are now fusing their cultural practices into the wedding routines. This helps in identifying one’s background and customs. It also adds glamour to the ceremony by introducing the beauty of cultural diversity.

The wedding attire has not been speared either. The bride’s gown now includes some elegant cultural decorations, prints and even a different general design of the gown altogether. This has given rise to customized gowns which give the brides an edge above the normal out-of-shop designs. The suits also exude contemporary allure through different alterations and ornamentation.

The bridal party and the groom’s party can also introduce the aspect of culture into the scene by spotting ethnic ornaments and other decorations which help in adding color and style to the ceremony. The whole family can also where there cultural wedding costumes instead of the normal business suits and other official dressing.

Wedding songs have also been influenced by customary practices. The normal hymns sung in the church in English can be done in Spanish, French or any other ethnic language. Some couples have even requested for a full mass in which the body and blood of Christ are given to the congregation. One can even choose to have the whole mass done in local language or even Latin. All this serve to add the beauty of language to the wonderful event.

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How to Stay Healthy for your Perfect Wedding during the Cold & Flu Season

2010-03-30T16:04:00.000-04:00

Weddings are huge stressors. Stressors are not good for the immune system. So, hard as it may be, loosening up and letting go might be helpful. Hire some help, either for the wedding or your brains. No money? Solicit help from your friends.

Aside from that here are a few practical steps you can take. Exercise is always good anytime!

Get vaccinated as soon as possible. As far away from your wedding as you can.

Wash your hands. Maniacally. Use that horrible alcohol-based stuff and get clean. Then put cream on your hands. Repeat.

Use tissues to sneeze and cough into. Cover your mouth. Throw out the tissues immediately.

Talk to your doctor about the supplements you should take to keep your immune system up.

Stop casual hugging, kissing, and hand shaking. Be warm and comfortable, nod and bow instead.

Eat well. Eat things that keep your system strong. I know you're trying to loose weight for the wedding. Being thin and missing your wedding, not fun.

Sleep well. (see that thing about stress). But just make the time for sleep. And stop working at least a half-hour before bedtime so you CAN sleep. Keep changing those sheets and pillowcases so that the germs go away.

Let go of perfectionism. Do what you can. Do it well. Give up obsessing on work, home, wedding being perfect.

Ugh. Consider an Intimacy Fast. If you have two comfortable beds, think about sleeping separately that last week. No sense spreading this back and forth.

Give up the alcohol. It actually sucks sleep away from you. And doesn't do much for that dewy fresh skin.

Lastly, if you get sick, go to bed and stay there. Call the doctor, whine and plead for help. Find friends to deliver your favorite hot and sour soup to your door step. Sleep, sleep, sleep. Do what the doctor tells you. Last minute details will be fine, even if you can't obsess over them.

All your vendors have had weddings before. Give up control, let them make decisions. You focus on getting well so you can have a wonderful wedding. Whatever's happening is just going to be a great story 10 years from now. Breathe in, breathe out, through your mouth if you must!

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Pink Diamond Engagement Rings ~ Things you must Know Before Buying

2010-03-29T10:47:00.000-04:00

Diamond engagement rings are one of the best and most romantic gifts which you can give to your woman. As we all know that today most of the couples prefer presenting diamond ring to their girlfriend because diamond rings symbolize eternal love, commitment, loyalty, promise, faith and care which you want to share with your partner.

Another reason for selecting a diamond engagement ring ~ you can find a variety of styles, designs, colors and metals in diamond rings. And you can easily select the ring according to the preference and lifestyle of your partner. Always remember that you will never go wrong with a diamond ring because most woman love to have diamond on their hands. Plus diamond engagement rings are one of the best ways to express your love.

As we all know there are wide variety in diamond rings but pink diamond rings are very popular today because they say everything rare and beautiful. As it is one of the most important purchases of your life there are few things to consider before buying your pink diamond ring.

Keep in mind is your budget. As we all know that the prices of diamond rings are very high ~ hence it is good to set a budget. And always remember that popularity and rarity affects the price.

But in case your budget is low then you can browse online jewelery stores. There are many reputed and popular online stores offering pink diamond rings at affordable prices. And the main reason for low prices ~they save money on security, sales staffing, commercial décor, warehousing and maintenance of office and infrastructure. And these savings are passed on to their customers! Hence if you want to save money and want to get the best deal browse online jewelery stores.

Another thing which you must keep in mind is the place. Make sure that the place from where you are buying your ring is reputed and popular. It is important to buy your ring from a reputed reputed jeweler, so you will be assured of the quality.

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Getting Married while High ~ Choosing the Right Heel for Your Ceremony

2010-03-28T18:05:00.000-04:00

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High heels are designed for a mythical tribe of women with big toes located in the middle of their feet, naturally foreshortened tendons, and wings that are constantly flapping to help support their weight.

Wearing them can cause pain in the feet, knees, and back; and regular use can damage your tendons, muscles, and joints; cause hammertoes and bunions; and you've already glazed over and checked out because it's your wedding and you wouldn't be reading this article unless you'd already decided to wear heels.

Now that's out of the way, let's help you pick the perfect pair.

Love your feet.
First, decide what you want to show off. If you're getting a pre-wedding pedicure, you may want to choose an open toe - unless you want a particularly high heel or need a lot of support. The more open the toe, the less support you'll get from your shoe, and the bigger burden you'll place on your feet.

A peep-toe pump can help you show off a glimpse of that new polish without making you feel like your feet have joined an S&M club. If you love your calves and ankles, go with some strappy goodness to draw the eye. It's demurely flirty, and will remind your guests that married or no, you're still quite the babe.

Don't be cruel.
Go with a round or square toe. Pointy shoes cram your toes into a tiny space at an unnatural angle, which means you're starting off on... Oh, you finish it. But the point is, putting on a pair of pointy shoes is just asking for pain.

Stiletto heels focus all of your body weight on two tiny points - again, you're just asking for trouble. A wider heel distributes your weight and will keep you much more comfortable.

If you can stand it, go with a heel two inches or lower. That will allow you the best balance of getting a little lift without sacrificing comfort. If you absolutely must have a higher heel, look for shoes that have a little platform at the front reduce the pressure on the balls of your feet.

Size matters.
It's time to get real. You and your salesperson are the only people who will ever know the size of your shoes, and now is not the time to get dainty. A high heeled shoe that doesn't fit will allow you to fully explore the difference between cutting pain, searing pain, and dull throbbing pain, because you'll be experiencing all three at once. And that's not what you want to be thinking about during your vows.

Make sure your shoe is wide enough as well as long enough. A good test is to hold the bottom of the shoe against the bottom of your foot. If you can't see shoe peeking out all around your foot, it's too small.

Shop smart.
Your feet swell a bit during the course of the day, so shop in the late afternoon or early evening to make sure you get a true fit. As great as your shoes look posing in the mirror, it's especially important to walk around with heels and make sure your arches are fully supported. If it feels like there might be a problem, look for something else. Wiggle your toes to make sure you have enough room. Another good test is to see if you can stand on your toes high enough to leave an inch of space under the heels. If you can't, the heels are too high and you're asking for knee problems and a world of hurt.

Above all, don't buy the line about how they'll feel better once you break them in - if your shoes don't feel good now, they're only going to feel worse when you're trying to lead the bunny hop two hours into your reception.

Once you've bought your shoes, keep your receipt and practice walking around indoors for a couple of hours - if they aren't right, they'll be unscuffed for an easy return.

Step out with confidence.
Once you've found the perfect pair, kick up your heels and enjoy them! Don't forget to lift your skirts a bit to give everyone else a peek.

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Planning a Bridal Luncheon or Tea?

2010-03-26T16:28:00.000-04:00

Your big day is only days away, but it is important to make time for the little things. One of the most important "little" things you can do as a bride is to host a bridal luncheon or tea. A bridal luncheon or tea is traditionally held in the afternoon a day or two before the ceremony.

Occasionally, brides host this intimate gathering the morning of the ceremony in the form of a breakfast tea that is held at the hair salon while all the girls in the wedding party are getting their hair done.

A cocktail party or intimate dinner is also nice, but may not be quite as kid-friendly if you are wanting to include your flower girl(s) or younger bridal attendants. Your bridal luncheon is the ideal time to give your bridal attendants any gifts you may have purchased for them, and it's a nice way to say thank-you for all the hard work and time that those special ladies have given to helping you pull off a truly memorable wedding.

However, you may not even know where to begin, especially if you are overwhelmed with all the other wedding plans you are making, so here are some great tips on where to get started.

1.) Who is invited? Traditionally, all the young ladies involved with your wedding are. This usually includes the bridesmaids, maid of honor, mother of the bride, mother of the groom, and the flower girls, and any other girls you might have in your wedding such as candle lighters, guest book attendants, etc. As a courtesy you might also include the mothers of any young girls in your wedding, as well as your grandmother(s) and the groom's grandmother (s).

2.) What to serve? If you are having a luncheon, you could have it catered to the location of your choice or you could host it at a local restaurant, but see if they have a party room you could reserve for this event. Another neat idea is to host your luncheon at a nearby "tea room". A "tea room" is a restaurant that serves light fair such as soups, salads, and sandwiches, as well as, a variety of coffees and teas. A "tea room" often will offer an intimate, feminine location for your party. If you host your "luncheon" in the morning such as at the saloon while you are all getting your hair done, you can have it catered by a local bakery or you can pick up a variety of muffins and bagels, as well as, thermoses with different flavors of coffee, milk, and juice.

3.) What to give? A lot of bride's fret over what to give the girls in their bridal party. Traditionally gifts are not given to the mothers or the grandmothers, so unless you just want to, don't worry about finding something for them. Including them in your "luncheon" is thanks enough.

As for the young members of your bridal party, you can consider giving them things that are appropriate to their age. If they are really young and you find out they are interested in things like Dora the Explorer, Disney Princesses, Hannah Montana, etc. ~~look for something to give them that reflect their interest in these types of things such as a Barbie doll, books, or other toys of that character.

If you have young ladies in your bridal party that are teens you could consider giving them a gift card to download music or a CD of their favorite artist, or bath and body products.

As for your bridesmaids and maid of honor, you could consider giving them the jewelry you want them to wear on your big day, or maybe give them all gift cards to a local movie theater and restaurant, so they can enjoy a nice dinner and movie to relax after all their hard work. There are just so many great ideas, so don't limit yourself and don't be afraid to get creative.

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2010-03-17T19:39:00.000-04:00

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Buying an engagement diamond can be confusing and stressful if you don't know what to look for and how to ask the right questions you may end up getting a stone that's less than ideal. It doesn't have to be that difficult, though, and having even a little bit of knowledge going in can make things go much smoother. This article will explain the Four C's of diamond buying, so you'll know a bit about how they are graded.

What are The Four C's?

The four C's are grading scales that each diamond is measured by in order to value and differentiate diamonds. They each play a role in the price you will pay for the stone and will let you compare one to another. In no particular order, they are: cut, color, clarity, and carat. Each category is explained further below.

Cut

Cut is the shape that the bottom of the engagement diamond is carved. If the angle is too deep or too shallow light will be lost in the stone and won't reflect as brilliantly. This should not be confused with the shape of the top of the stone which can be round, oval, emerald, or princess, among others.

Color

Color is the amount of transparency that the diamond contains. If there is too much nitrogen present when the diamond is formed, it will have a yellow tint to it. The ideal stone will be colorless and have no yellowish tint when looked at under a 10x magnifying glass.

Clarity

Clarity measures the fragments of carbon present when the engagement diamond is formed. They show as tiny black specks and also affect how the light bounces off the diamond. Too many specks of carbon will reduce the brilliance of the stone, and reduce the value as well.

Carat

Carat is the weight of the diamond. One carat is the same as 200 milligrams. Although carat is not a measurement of how big the diamond is, the two usually go hand in hand. For instance a higher carat means the stone is heavier, and in most cases larger in appearance than a stone with a lower carat measurement.

This is just a quick explanation as to what each of the four C's looks for when grading an engagement diamond. There is more to how each 'C' places a diamond in a category, but the general idea is explained above. If you're in the market for an engagement ring, these will be the scales that all stones are measured by.

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2010-03-14T14:08:00.000-04:00

The very first thing you want to consider when planning your wedding is how much money you are going to spend to get it done the way you want it. Exactly how memorable your wedding will be to you is not a matter of money.

Exactly how memorable your wedding will be to your guests probably is a matter of money. Believe me when I say the a guest is more like it to remember your wedding if you say your vows while skydiving buck naked on the back of an elephant, especially if they have to ride one down to witness it.

That being said, you have to decide how important it is to you if your guests think your wedding was something special. You, and your closest friends will think so and that is enough for some people. By the way, guest party favors are a great way to help make this day memorable

Another important issue is when your big day will occur and why it will happen on that date. There are people who believe that you have to get married in the spring or summer because tradition dictates it is so. In this tradition breaking time that we draw breath in, this is not a fact anymore. We are now free to do whatever we wish and be as unique and inspiring as we need to be and that, ladies and gentlemen, is the new normal.

There is something to be said for a winter wedding on the bosom of the slopes of Aspen. Be creative and do it the way you have always imagined it and you cannot go wrong.

Think of the decoration money to be saved when getting married among fall's foliage. Fall Wedding Favors on Sale Now Speaking of fall's foliage, some people live in an area that has no redeeming wedding site qualities, like Pig in a Poke Iowa with its natural barnyard beauty. I do not know about you but the thought of getting married where a scarecrow in a cornfield is one of the guests is not appealing to me.

The beach wedding, while romantic, has been overdone by a long shot. You have four seasons and an entire planet of beauty to play with so let your imagination do the planning and make it something to write home about.

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A happy guest is a well-fed guest. At least, that is what my grandmother used to say whenever we had company. That woman could cook, but that aside, how many guests you want to invite is another important decision with which you will be faced.

Fortunately, wedding party favors are inexpensive and should not play a role in the final outcome. Think space when you make this decision because if you are not getting married in the great outdoors, a standing room only wedding will be memorable for the wrong reasons.

What type of ceremony you have is one decision that has caused controversy and has even led to marriages being completely called off. If you and your better half are on different sides of the fence on this issue, you may want to decide on a neutral rite and try not to let family influences come between you and the one you will be fighting over the blankets with for the next hundred years. Remember, you are leaving your existing family a little behind and will be spending most of your time with your new love so their voice should be heard the loudest.

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Travel Instructions

2010-03-02T07:11:00.001-05:00

The Center for Disease Control is a United States federal agency located in Atlanta, Georgia that functions as an independent non-profit organization. It was introduced by the Department of Health and Human Services to protect the public health and safety of citizens who move in and out of the country. This organization was first formed in 1942 subsequent to World War II as the Office of National Defense Malaria Control Activities. It is now used as a channel to inform persons and help them to make proper decisions concerning their health. The aim of the establishment is to apply health precautions and control techniques to protect individuals from environmental ailments like infectious diseases.

Persons should try and make an inquiry through the CDC before going to a foreign countries, this will notify you about any possible epidemics that may be affecting a country. Some of the more popular ailments include Swine Flu, Malaria, Typhoid, Hepatitis B. Outside of environmental health threats, the organization also seek to educated persons on chronic diseases, injury control, disabilities, terrorism preparedness, workplace hazards. CDC is now also tackles emerging diseases including birth defects, West Nile virus, obesity, avian, swine, and pandemic flu, E. coli, auto wrecks, and bioterrorism, to name a few.

The CDC would then provide information to travelers about the precautions that they need to take for safeguarding themselves against these ailemts when going across certain borders. The CDC have create spin off centers that persons can visit to get information. The CDC also provides a website you can visit for information, there you can receive general tips for protecting your health while on your journey. You can also get advice on the necessary vaccinations for travelling to certain countries. Persons should make certain that they review their immunization information to see that they are up to date.

Persons who travel and have trouble with certain ailments should travel with all their medications along with them. Persons who have certain health issues such as asthma, a lot of times need their medication to survive in case they get an attack, so it is essential that they travel with it. Before travelling to a destination take some time to research the area. This can be done by searching through newspapers or news on the web, they may provide information you need to know about what goes on in that region, healthwise. You may also get in contact with the American Embassy for more information.

Sometimes the CDC provides alerts and recommendations for certain countries. For example there have been instances that the CDC have asked persons to suspend their visits to Mexico due to a possible outbreak of the Swine Flu, so persons were asked to refrain from visiting Mexico unless completely necessary|called for. The CDC recommends that after persons return from a trip they should monitor their health for at least seven days following your visit. There is normally an incubation period after being exposed to a illness so persons should monitor themselves to see if there may have been signs you have overlooked.

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The Newest Trends in Bridal Accessories

2010-02-24T11:43:00.000-05:00

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The bridal gown designers have just completed showing their spring 2010 collections in New York. Along with a sneak peek at the latest and greatest in gowns, it is also fun to check out what the designers are showing for accessories. Some were beautiful, some unusual, and some were just plain odd. This is what you can expect to see coming in for the hottest new bridal accessories.

The runway shows that take place during New York bridal market have become a bit like other fashion shows in that the models can be overstyled and a bit too high fashion, as opposed to looking like actual brides. Some of the accessories shown with the gown designers were surely exaggerated versions of what real brides will be wearing. Many of the headpieces shown would be difficult to pull off, to say the least, but they can give you some insight into trends for more wearable headpieces that brides will enjoy.

Few veils were shown, in the traditional sense, although most real brides will choose to wear a veil, at least for the ceremony. When veils were paired with the bridal gowns, they tended to be unusual, such as the veils trimmed in black lace seen at Carolina Herrera. This could be an interesting twist on the traditional white lace trimmed veil for a bride who is fashion forward, or you could choose a similar veil with a white lace trim and still look very much in style.

Tulle was used in all sorts of inventive ways, from poufs to birdcages, most of which were short little numbers perched jauntily on top of the head. The right small veil covering only the face can be very elegant. If you have a passion for the hats of Phillip Treacy, by all means, try one of the more wild and exuberant tulle concoctions.

Even wilder were the absolutely enormous organza flower-like things perched on top of the heads of the brides at the Oscar de la Renta show. As they were styled in the show, these jumbo flowers would be nearly impossible for the average bride to pull off (and in fact, they really distracted from the gowns).

However, a more true-to-life sized organza flower would make a lovely accent in a bride's hair. You can make it even prettier by adding a few pearls or crystals to the center of it to match your bridal jewelry.

There is one trend that is very popular for 2010 that is also very pretty and wearable. This accent is the wide fabric headband. They are being shown in all sorts of fabrics, and are often made from the same material as the wedding gown. To give them a personal touch, adorn your headband with a beautiful brooch that coordinates with the rest of your bridal jewelry. This type of special touch will elevate a fabric headband from schoolgirl to fabulous in a flash.

There was one other accessory that was wildly popular and that will cost you almost nothing: red lipstick. At show after show, the models were marching down the runway with dramatic red lipstick, which would look beautiful and sophisticated on almost any bride. Whether your taste runs to the classic, or you want to have fun with some of the more daring accessories that were shown this year, the finishing touches that you add to your wedding gown are a great way to express your personal style.

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Sterling Silver is the Right Gift for all Occasions

2010-02-14T18:30:00.000-05:00

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Gold, platinum, diamonds, and even cubic zircon seem to get the bulk of the attention from jewelry buyers, but one precious metal remains a strong gift idea for just about any occasion. Sterling silver, the most robust of all silvers is a gift that looks great, has enduring value, and can be worn with just about anything.

If you're looking for a special gift to give, you'll want to consider sterling silver jewelry. Let's take a look at various occasions where a silver ring, necklace, earrings, pendant or bracelet makes for an excellent choice amongst a broad selection of gift giving ideas:

Mother's Day - What mother doesn't love jewelry? Necklaces, pendants, earrings, rings, and bracelets can all be fashioned from silver making for an elegant, yet affordable gift for mom. Many young mothers prize silver hope earrings, while silver dangling earrings complement the ears of young and old alike. Silver cuff rings evoke a 1960s era look - in vogue today - while silver chokers and necklaces are additional timeless classics that can be enjoyed for many years to come.

You're Grad - No matter whether someone you love is graduating from middle school, high school, or college, a gift to mark that special event is in order. Shower her with a whimsical sterling silver butterfly pendant or choose a pair of "Back to Nature" shell earrings from Hot Diamonds. Fashioned by leading designers, the cutting-edge Hot Diamonds line is considered to be amongst the trendiest styles of our day, just what your fashion conscious grad would love!

Father's Day - Guys shouldn't be left out when it comes to sterling silver, with many manly gifts available to give to your Dad. Hot Diamonds has an entire silver jewelry line devoted to serving men, including rings, bangles, pendants, and cuff links. Wide, Masculine looking jewelry that allows him to express his ruggedness and individuality.

Birthdays - What should you give your daughter, mother, wife or sister on her birthday? Sterling silver jewelry is a "I can't go wrong with this gift" that she'll treasure for years to come. Mix and match earrings and necklaces or choose a silver pendant that she'll treasure and pass down as a family heirloom. An inscribed silver ring can be a significant gift to help mark an important milestone, including a "Sweet Sixteen" event.

Religious Holidays - Christmas, Hanukkah, and other holidays of religious significance are often marked by the giving of sterling silver jewelry. A pair of silver Hanukkah earrings or a silver ring for Christmas is always a welcome gift, statement making presents keeping with the spirit of these important holidays.

Perhaps the most attractive feature about sterling silvery jewelry for the gift giver is its price - unlike some other metals which continue to rise and fall sharply, silver is stable and will hold its value over the long run, and giving you more choices to consider for that special occasion.

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Useful Tips on Nutrients for Women for a Healthy Life

2010-02-09T18:58:00.003-05:00

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This article aims to give brief information about useful tips on nutrients for women.

It is important to increase the intake of fiber and protein in sufficient amounts with your diet. Because they are important for your body to build the constructive energy in your daily needs. My words may confuse you, but the fact is that. Add meat in your diet, normally skinless and boneless chicken and turkey breasts have high quantity of proteins with low calories. Here it doesn't mean to add some pork meat which is related to harmful red meat in your diet. Just concentrate on getting rich proteins from various nutrition food plans and supplements.

Proteins and fiber can help to produce large amount of antioxidants. These are powerful chemical compounds which improve the health of internal cells and give the power to them for fighting against the harmful molecules and deadliest diseases. So, it is must and should for you to include cereals, berries and black beans in your regular diet as they can release large amount of nutrients that jam packed initially.

It is also important to maintain good cholesterol levels in the blood vessels throughout the body to optimize your health. Eat fish and all veggies, sea foods to consume sufficient organic nutrients to your cells. The fatty acids and omega-3 acids can improve health of heart system, so it can pumps your blood purely without any toxins. Don't eat any junk, they give you only bad cholesterol and water saturated fat.

Considering the health cases of women, the factor of salt is effecting the water levels in their body, let me clear this. If you consume extra added salt from your diet it can cause dehydration to your body by cutting down the Percentage of water. This water retention may cause bloating that adds some extra pounds to your weight. So drink the sufficient amounts of water to speed up the rate of metabolism by saturating some minerals and vitamins to your body by eating a NATURAL DIET.

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Throwing a Bridal Shower for the Young and Old ~ Easy Boredom-free Ideas

2010-02-03T06:50:00.007-05:00

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The truth is that if you’re a woman, there’s a good chance that at one point or another you have been invited to a bridal shower that left you scratching your head or ready to gnaw off your arm just to get out of the room. Remember the dreaded bridal shower game of dressing up one or more of the ladies in the room with a mock wedding dress made from toilet paper?

Or perhaps you are more familiar with the embarrassing questionnaire that the guests were to fill out, only then to have to stand up and read answers to questions you wouldn’t even spell out in the Sunday confessional. Perhaps it is for this reason that bridal showers have become a bit of a bad reputation, and why so many invitees are sending their regrets and a gift certificate. Fortunately there is a movement underfoot to breathe some new life into the borderline dead radition of the bridal shower that has so many women roll their eyes at the thought of actually attending.

The times of embarrassing games and activities are coming to an end and instead new and improved activities ensure that the bride still receives her shower, guests still bring lots of presents to help the new couple start out their life together in style, and games are still being played – but with new twists! Follow these easy tips and you too will be able to throw a bridal shower for a young or more seasoned bride with easy boredom-free ideas!

Decide on a theme and run with it. Just because presents are involved, this should not make everything else about the occasion melt into the background. Instead, you may wish to contact your local jewelry sales lady, candle gal, or make up aficionado and see if their companies offer some kind of party package. Most of them do, and this will go a long way to allow the girls to sample some make up, try on some jewelry, and sniff the soothing smells of sweet candle wax.

You may want to serve some finger foods so that nobody will be stuck in the kitchen, and everyone will be able to participate. Maybe a student masseuse could be hired for a couple of hours to give foot massages or a student cosmetologist for manicures and pedicures. Food should be kept simple if at all possible. Nobody should be in the kitchen cooking, heating up, or assembling, while at the same time a mess for the hostess should be avoided altogether. A good idea is the potluck, or if you have the funds, have some finger foods catered.

Gourmet cheeses and crackers, some wine, canapes, petit fours, crab cakes and grilled vegetable foccacias make for a wonderful spread that is easily put together and does not require much in terms of reheating. Advice is a big part of the party. Especially if the bride is walking down the isle for the first time, many well-meaning ladies have oodles of ideas and tips on how to keep the marriage blissful. Usually a book is sent around to capture those pearls of wisdom, but how about trying a new twist? Instead of putting together a book, why not all each guest to write out their advice on a piece of parchment paper and then affix it to a bottle of wine. Both the wine and the advice can then be enjoyed together by the married couple and make for great conversation starters.

If the bride or groom happen to be teetotalers, the paper can easily be affixed to chocolate bars or any other food or drink item the couple will be able to enjoy together. So go ahead and allow yourself to enjoy the celebration of the bridal shower again. Revel in the changes, and allow your ideas to roam free, and no longer feel the obligation to follow in the footsteps of boring old games that are long past their prime. Have fun with the shower and during the shower! The bride will thank you for years to come for the thoughtful afternoon or evening you put together for her.

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With Your Loved one in Edmonton ~ A spectacular Affair

2010-01-26T19:36:00.001-05:00

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Edmonton, Canada’s fifth biggest cosmopolitan area is a vivacious, expansive city buoyed by Alberta’s thriving economy. Driving along with your loved one is the ideal way to explore the exquisite locations of Edmonton, such as the gigantic West Edmonton Mall and the royal North Saskatchewan River valley. In the midst of old and ancient homes in Old Strathcona, hip strip Whyte Avenue leads to the University of Alberta and attracts a vigorous, young crowd to its stunning bars and splendid boutiques.

Edmonton Attractions

Visit to the Whyte Avenue where one can explore the ancient ambience, prompting the province to give it Provincial Historical Area status in 2007. Watch out for the novel exquisite banners and interpretative signs. The area is very accepted among young and old people. The lanes are filled with fashionable, appealing boutiques next to major players like Chapters and Second Cup.

Fort Edmonton Park is one of Canada’s many history living villages. The staff working in the park wears period costumes. The massive park is divided into four parts.

1. Fur Trade Era represented by a modernization of the 1846 Hudson Bay Company’s Edmonton House which initially stood from 1821 – 1915.

2. The settlement era of 1885.

3. The next era is the urban era of 1905.

4. The state of Edmonton after the Great War is highlighted on 1920s street.

The Edmonton International Fringe Theatre Festival will really captivate the mind of the visitor which is held in mid August for eleven days. It is a grand festival of theatre held mainly in Old Strathcona. The Edmonton Folk Music festival which is a four day outdoor music show and attracts more than 80,000 thousand music lovers would be an another fantastic thing to explore.

One great day tour from Edmonton to Elk Island National Park will truly enthrall the mood of the visitor. There are numerous walking stretches ranging from 2km to 20km. There are open air picnic spots and camping is allowed in specific campsites. Elk Island is home to herd of bison which one can often see right from the highway.

Dining Option

Picco Lino Bistro restaurant will be the ideal place to dine along with your partner as exotic Italian cuisine is served which is very mouth watering.

Accommodation

Matrix Hotel will be the apt place to lodge along with your loved one as the hotel offers special discounts and cozy rooms.

Airport

Edmonton International Airport will be the ideal place to land in Edmonton with major international and domestic flights operating daily.

So, honeymoon travelers just pack your bag and move towards the picturesque Edmonton.

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Karaoke at your Wedding Reception ~ to Sing or not Sing ~ that is the Question

2010-01-24T15:45:00.000-05:00

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If you have a wedding coming up, you want it to be memorable. If you are considering adding a karaoke as a package option for your wedding reception because your DJ offers it, you are the type of bride and groom that really want your guests to have fun. Right? It is true. You may want to start of your marriage with something memorable, and karaoke could certainly be a way to do it. However, as Spidey once said, "with karaoke comes great responsibility." (Or something like that.)

First off, if karaoke is your selling point to choosing a DJ, you really need to check out your DJ to see what his actual karaoke background is. He could be a great wedding DJ, but not that cultured in empty orchestra singing performances. Has your disc jockey won best karaoke titles a number of times? Does he (or she) have good gear and current selections as well as the old classics songs that everyone loves?

While it is hard to exactly explain what it is that makes a DJ "The Best" in the eyes of his or her karaoke patrons, it probably has to with a combination of personality and fast pacing.

Personality. It is something your karaoke DJ either has, or doesn't have. There are no lessons for this attribute. You cannot learn this. The only way to really judge this, however is to see them in living color.

Ask to see them playing karaoke music at a public venue. The reason they may also get booked for a lot of weddings and sweet 16 birthday parties is by having potential customers come to public gigs and test them first. If they invite you, do it! You can see them in action, unannounced, uncensored and unknown. Then you can judge for yourself, without watching an edited video of only their best moments.

How do you know, if what you are seeing will translate well for you? They should be funny and fun and keep the party going, but not a spotlight hog themselves. (Some karaoke DJ's are unbooked musicians looking for an outlet to shine. Your wedding is not the place for this.) You don't need them to get on the mic and attempt stand up comedy. Your guests want to hear music, not speeches, but a little bit of quick mic work in the appropriate places after or before a strategic song can be classic. They should mix party DJ success with their karaoke, then they will do a great job at both for your reception.

Timing is everything. No dead air, is important. When it happens - PEOPLE CRINGE! Have you ever been on a dance floor and there is a space between songs? What do the dancers do? They either freeze and stand there like deer in headlights, or go and sit back in their seats. BOTH OF THESE OUTCOMES ARE NOT GOOD! Watch the DJ try their hardest to keep everything moving and leave no room to sleep for the karaoke audience.

Once you have chosen the right DJ who also has karaoke, consider these precautions.

1) SCHEDULED KARAOKE TIME - Not everyone likes karaoke, so limit it to either scheduled performances by a few key players, or open up say the very last hour. If you open it up for the entire reception, it will not be special and will become more annoying than anything else.

2) SET LIMITS - Do not allow multiple songs by one guest. Maybe one or two, but you do not want your wedding reception to become a a karaoke concert staring one or two key players.

3) SCAN SONG SELECTION - Make sure your DJ runs all the songs by you, if they could be considered questionable. Some songs out there have ridiculous amounts of adult content and just are not right for a wedding. (HINT - if there is cursing, or a song by the 2 Live Crew, beware!)

So that's it. Karaoke can really be a blast, but be careful. If you are, it can really add to the final flavor and make it a great night for everyone!

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Jewelry for Everyone

2010-01-22T16:58:00.000-05:00

The well-known object behind wearing jewelry is to look beautiful and elegant. Jewelry enchances the beauty of the person wearing ait becomes the centre of attraction. The jewelry also shows the status and richness in society. It symbolizes a person's wealth. In some cultures, jewelry is given as dowry to a daughter. Ladies wear some specific jewelry that indicate them as married. Men also wear jewelry to show there martial status.

Traditionally jewelry is made up of gold and silver. But not only gold and silver but expensive diamond and platinum jewelry is also in great demand. The price depends on the type of metal,design and style. Everyone is not rich enough to purchase these expensive jewelry.. Luckily, artificial jewelry is available which comes in affordable prices. So, everyone can enjoy the elegance of jewelry.

The jewelry available is enough to decorate whole body. Not a single body part is left. From toe to head a variety of jewelry is available in different metals, shape, size and design.

Anklets, bracelets, ear-rings, rings, chains and nose-pins are popular and in great demand, too. Not only ladies but among men. They also wear jewelry like chains and rings. Ear-rings are also in fashion.All diamonds hold a special place. It is considered a woman's best friend. Markets are flooded with jewelry and the customers are eager to purchase it. During the wedding season diamonds and bridal jewelry are in great demand. Inspite of a hike in prices people are still purchasing jewelry.

Jewelry is having its own attraction and value. No matter what purpose it serves jewelry is having a great significance in modern society. Since jewelry is available from cheap to expensive everyone can enjoy its elegance. All cultures are having its importance in several ceremonies from birth to wedding. So, hold a special position in heart and strong position in society.

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The Wedding Processional

2010-01-19T17:48:00.050-05:00

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One of the grandest part of any wedding ceremony is when the bridal party makes its entrance. The air is full of anticipation, and the groom anxiously awaits his first glimpse of his bride in her wedding dress. But do you know what order your bridal party should walk in? And who escorts the mother of the bride?

Different types of wedding processionals

The order of wedding processionals follows a general pattern, but varies according to religious traditions. For example, here is a Catholic wedding processional:

The priest, groom, and best man enter through a side door and wait at the altar.

The groomsmen and bridesmaids walk down in pairs, starting with the two who will stand farthest from the bride and groom, and ending with the best man and maid of honor.

The ring bearer and/or flower girl

The bride and her father, or other close family member. The bride walks on the left side. If the bride's escort is her father, he leads her to the front of the aisle, then takes his seat next to the bride's mother.

However, for a Jewish wedding processional, the order goes something like this:

The Rabbi and/or cantor

Grandparents of the bride, who are then seated in the first row

Grandparents of the groom, who are then seated in the first row

Groomsmen, walking in pairs

Best man

The groom, who is escorted by his parents.

Bridesmaids

Maid or Matron of Honor

Ring bearer and/or flower girl

The bride, escorted by her parents

And for a Protestant wedding, this is the traditional order of a wedding processional:

The mothers of the bride and groom are seated after all guests are seated, and immediately before the start of the processional music.

They are usually escorted to their seats by a brother of the bride or groom, or by another usher.

After they are seated, the officiant, groom and best man enter by a side door and wait at the altar.

Groomsmen may also enter by a side door, or can escort the bridesmaids.

Bridesmaids

Ring bearer and/or flower girl

Maid or Matron of Honor

The bride, escorted by her father or other close male family member or friend. At the front of the aisle, her escort can remain standing with her until the minister asks "Who gives this woman in marriage?" to which he responds "I do," or "Her mother and I do."

However, some people feel this tradition is old fashioned and sexist, and choose to forgo it. In such a case, her escort walks with the bride to the front of the aisle, and then takes his seat in the front row.

For a non-denominational ceremony, a secular ceremony, or a non-traditional ceremony, you can either borrow liberally from one of these traditions, or make up your own rules.

In all cases, the bride traditionally stands on the left, and the groom on the right. This dates back to medieval times when the groom might need to defend his bride in the middle of the ceremony, and wanted to leave his right hand, his sword hand, free. While few grooms even carry a sword anymore, the tradition has lasted.

A wedding processional using two aisles

People tackle the problem of two aisles in a variety of ways. You can choose to only use one aisle, but this means that many of your guests will feel far from the action.

I often advise couples to do the processional up one aisle, and the recessional down the other. Another alternative is to have bridesmaids walk up one aisle, and groomsmen up the other. The bride and groom can then each choose an aisle to enter through.

A wedding processional with a small bridal party
If you only have a few people in your bridal party, it's a good idea to send them up one by one. For example, if you had a best man, maid of honor, flower girl, and ring bearer this should be the order

Groom takes his place at the front

Best man enters

Maid of Honor walks up aisle

Ring Bearer

Flower Girl

Bride, with escort if she has one.

With such a small wedding party, it's probably not formal enough to warrant a formal seating of the mothers and grandmothers. However, if you still want to do this, let the best man seat the grandmothers and the groom seat the mothers as part of their entrances.

Don't forget to smile! It's a good idea to have either a coordinator, or a friend with a written list helping to line up the bridal party and telling each person when to go. They can stand just beyond where the guests can see them. They should also remind each person to smile when they're walking down the aisle!

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Ten Ways to Have an Irish Wedding

2010-01-17T16:14:00.000-05:00

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Honor your Emerald Isle heritage with traditions that are romantic, clever, and a couple that are downright strange. Uncover here how to fill your wedding with all things Irish save the Blarney Stone.

Harvest Knots

According to history, Irish men declared their intentions of marriage by giving their fiancee harvest knots of straw decorated with flowers or bells to wear in their hair or around their neck. Make a harvest knot to wear on your wedding day, or place one in your bouquet to symbolize your Irish heritage.

Ceilidh

The steps of Irish folkdances are called ceilidh. Treat your attendants to an Irish dancing lesson, and then "perform" a jig to traditional Irish music at the reception.

Lace!

A way to incorporate Celtic pride into your wedding attire (besides hand-beading four leaf clovers all over your gown) is to adorn yourself with beautiful Irish lace. Known for its intricate patterns and zenith quality, wear a veil or carry a handkerchief made of this intricate Irish decoration.

Playin' o' the Pipes

Infuse your ceremony with the strains of the Irish pipes. Although bagpipes have Celtic roots, they are traditionally Scottish. For a truly Emerald Isle affair, locate an Irish uillean piper to lead the processional or recessional.

Irish Wedding Feast

The customary wedding feast in Ireland was a potluck hosted at the bride's family's home. Each guest brought traditional Irish dishes such as soda bread, coddle, and stew. Even if you're having a more formal reception, you can still celebrate this Irish tradition by having a "feast" for your bridal shower or rehearsal dinner.

The Wedding Cake

Old custom dictates that the Irish wedding cake (usually a dense fruit cake with white icing) was cut by one of the bride's sisters or bridesmaids. Where would they cut it? Over her head, of course. The bride remained seated while the groomsmen held the cake over her head while her sister or best friend did the honors. Our only concern: this tradition works best and safest when the cake is NOT a four-tiered confectionary concoction. Eeeek!

Noise Makers

A noisy way to ring in your nuptials with the luck o' the Irish is to have a recessional like those in Celtic history: instead of throwing rice upon exiting the church, men would fire rifles or other firearms into the air to signal that a couple is wed. Not your traditional exit (most churches would frown upon guns in the parking lot), if the men use blanks in their guns, and if you are getting married in an area without noise ordinances, then fire away, Irish style.

Giving the Claddagh

Two hands holding a heart underneath a crown is the Irish symbol for "Let Love and Friendship Reign". Share your Irish heritage with your attendants by giving them Celtic-inspired gifts marked with the claddagh. Give your maid of honor a candle gift engraved with the "faith ring", or jewelry made of claddagh. Buy claddagh wedding rings, or wear the Irish symbol around your neck on your wedding day as a reminder of your heritage.

Tokens of Hair

A more unusual Irish tradition is for the man to give the woman he loves a bracelet woven of human hair. Symbolic of acceptance, when the woman wears the circle of hair, she is linking herself to him for life. There's no mention of exactly who's hair it is, however, so if wearing hair jewelry gives you the heevies, see "Harvest Knots" for the same idea, using straw instead.

Lucky Dates

The traditionally superstitious Irish believed that the last day of the year is especially lucky, since the couple would wake up on the first day of their new life on the first day of the new year. Plan your wedding for December 31, the luckiest of Celtic days.

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Inexpensive Honeymoons

2010-01-15T15:46:00.000-05:00

Planning inexpensive honeymoons may only be one option to consider when preparing for a newlyweds special trip of a lifetime. Many couples are getting help with the honeymoon bill in a well planned and unique way.

Let me begin by saying that the number of couples getting married right out of high school have certainly decreased over the years. Women are placing career before marriage, and waiting until they are in their late twenties or early thirties before they marry. As a result of this, couples already have all the items a young couple usually receives for their wedding. So, what do you get the newlyweds that they don't already have?

One alternative that really seems to be catching on is The Honeymoon Bridal Registry. This is where the wedding gift can be the perfect honeymoon for the new couple. And you don't have to worry about being one of the couples planning one of those inexpensive honeymoons. You can find several of these honeymoon registry services online, and the results are usually great! On average $2,500 is gifted to the newlyweds to be used on their honeymoon.

How it works is the wedding couple creates a honeymoon bridal registry with all the special things they would like to do on their honeymoon, or destination wedding. Many suggestions and ideas are given on the site for locations of where to go, and what to do. This gives the wedding couple time to think about their most important trip of their new life together, and how they would like to spend it.

After the couple has registered, they need to let everyone know! They will need to count on the help of their parents, family, bridesmaids and groomsmen to get this word out about making this dream honeymoon happen. A wedding website will be created with the website address printed on the wedding announcements, direction cards, and shower invitations. You would also include a card that explained to the guests how the registry works.

The guests then have the option to put money directly towards the honeymoon trip, or towards any extra special moment the couple desired. Like limouzine service, champaign in their room, a romantic dinner, a special day trip, or any number of other options that could make their honeymoon extra special.

The newlywed couple then can access a detailed report of the list of givers following the wedding to help with the Thank You cards. Giving a gift of money is always nice to receive. But giving something the couple will remember the rest of their lives, the honeymoon of their dreams, is really priceless.

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A Beach Wedding is all About Location, Location, Location!

2010-01-14T10:01:00.001-05:00

One of the most memorable events in a couple's life is their wedding ceremony. The days when you were required to plan and organize stiff, formal, drawn out affairs are long gone. Today, couples have the opportunity to choose every aspect of their union, which includes the location. What a great time to think "outside the box". Why not go for a more casual ceremony? Perhaps a seaside ceremony with a stylish casual wedding dress.

The first thing to consider is location. Choosing the appropriate beach is crucial to the success of the day. Your dreams might include an exotic destination wedding on a tropical beach, or maybe a local beach closer to home. No matter where the beach is located, here are a few things to consider:

Privacy: Large beaches can be crowded with the public and other weddings. The smaller, less popular beach locations can offer more privacy for your ceremony.

Access: Many beaches are close to the main road, but others can be harder to find, especially if guests are from out of town or unfamiliar with the area. Also, don't make your guests walk a long way to the beach or ceremony location, which may be especially difficult for those with physical limitations (walking in sand is not always easy for everyone). Make sure there's adequate parking close by.

Facilities: Some beaches offer restrooms and shaded areas to help guests stay out of the sun. If your wedding will be short and sweet, or if it will just be you and your beloved, you may not need these amenities. But, if you're planning the reception there also, these things are important features to consider. You might think about providing bottles of water or hand-held fans if guests will be out under the sun for any length of time (you can get these custom designed just for your wedding).

Atmosphere: The tide will affect the cleanliness of the beach. Seaweed, jellyfish and debris may wash up and litter the shore, so be sure to check if the beach will be cleared before the ceremony. If not, you'll need to make arrangements to do this on your own. You don't want to trip over driftwood or have smelly, slimy seaweed ruining the day!

Terrain: All beaches are not the same. Some stretch on for miles; some have soft sand while others are more coarse (important if you are going barefoot); others have rocky outcroppings with cliffs in the background; and some have patches of grass. The size of your wedding and the accessibility for guests will help you determine which of these types of beaches you'll want to use for your ceremony. You could also choose a cliff location overlooking the ocean and skip being out on the beach with the crowds altogether.

Scenery: Consider the time of day for the ceremony and the backdrop of the location because these things will affect your photographs as well as the feel of the wedding.

Regulations: Different countries or states may have specific requirements or fees for beach weddings - not all beaches can be used for weddings or public gatherings. Make sure you check with the local ordinances before deciding on a location.

Don't set up your ceremony too close to the water's edge because the tide may move in on you. Make sure you have an alternative plan in case the weather turns bad unexpectedly on the day of wedding. If you'll be walking in sand, you might want to choose flip flops, wedge sandals or even bare feet for the entire wedding party. It's usually too windy out on the beach to wear a veil and it will just be a distraction and inconvenience while saying your vows.

Brides will want to choose a casual wedding dress that fits in with the natural setting and works with the weather. You should opt for a tropical wedding dress that's comfortable and in a lightweight fabric. Beach wedding dresses can really be anything you want them to be, from a traditional formal gown to a very casual beach wedding dress.

What a romantic vision - a ceremony performed on the sparkling sand, with you wearing flowers in your hair and an enchanting beach wedding dress.

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Wedding Ceremony Escort~ Walking Down the Aisle

2010-01-13T07:13:00.000-05:00

There are no set rules on who has the honor of escorting a bride down the aisle. Traditionally the father walks the bride down the aisle, but with modern non-traditional families this is not always an option.

Here are some ideas for non-traditional family situations.

Deceased Father or Absentee Father

You can walk down the aisle by yourself. Or you can ask your mother, stepfather, brother or a close relative/friend to escort you.

Whoever escorts you down the aisle will sit in the front pew after the precession. When the clergymember asks, "Who gives this woman in marriage?", your escort may respond. Even if your mother did not walk you down the aisle; she may still respond "I Do" from her place in the first pew.

Deceased Mother

You can ask a favorite aunt or grandmother to take your mother's place during the wedding. She should sit in the front pew with your father. It is even acceptable to have her join your father in escorting you down the aisle.

Divorced Parents - Mother Remarried

This can cause a sticky situation. Every family dynamic is different so there is no single solution. Here are some general guidelines you may want to consider.

Close to your natural father - If he has been a part of your life you may want to take the traditional route and have him walk you down the aisle.

There is no need to cut your stepfather out of your wedding - He can do a special reading during the ceremony, or dance the first dance with you.

Father and Stepfather on friendly terms - If you are torn between your father and stepfather you may ask them both to escort you (one on each arm). When the clergymember asks, "Who supports this woman in marriage", they both respond "We do".

Another idea is to have your stepfather walk you half way down the aisle and sit in the front pew as you take your father's arm to the altar.

Be sure to speak to your father and stepfather privately to make sure they are okay with your plans. If one or both father's seem kind of apprehensive with your plans, do not push the issue.

Absentee Father vs. Stepfather If your natural father has been distant and your stepfather has been there to support you, ask your stepfather to escort you down the aisle. The father who has supported you the most throughout your lifetime deserves the honor of escorting you.

Your natural dad may try to guilt you into choosing him but do not give in. He let you down many times before and probably will again. On the other hand, consider your stepfather's feelings. He helped raise you and loved you and would feel betrayed if you chose your absentee father over him. So be sure to choose wisely.

Cannot Decide

If you are very fond of both of your fathers and cannot decide who to choose; ask neither. Walk down the aisle by yourself or have your groom escort you.
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Wondering How to Plan a Wedding During this Recession Period?

2010-01-12T10:36:00.000-05:00

A wedding is a very special occasion in everyone's life. This one-time divine occasion must be celebrated at its best. Celebrations will be great if you have a great sum of money to spend. Unfortunately, things have changed a lot these days. In fact many people are finding it very hard to survive the worst economic conditions around the planet. Planning a wedding during this period will be a challenging task to accomplish. With all the wedding planning magazines and advices from your friends you will feel worried because of the very limited budget that you have. Thankfully there are a few ways which can make your wedding party grand but within your small budget.

Let me tell you in the start of the article itself that this article is not going to explain the wedding items that can be avoided and cut short the wedding costs. This article is all about some of wedding items that will be friendly to your wallet and will be appealing in the gathering. Just keep on reading to discover them.

No Alternative For Cheap Wedding Favors

The tradition of giving out wedding favors during the wedding reception has been around us for quite a long period of time. Thankfully these wedding favors come with very cheap price tags that anyone can afford. However, there are many articles which are spread on the internet who convince you to create wedding favors on your own. They claim to be cheaper than buying the wedding favors. The real fact is that creating wedding favors on your own will costs much more than buying them and they cannot match the quality and beauty of the cheap wedding favors available in the stores. Moreover, if you plan to make wedding favors by yourself, it will eat up much of your precious time. So it is always better to buy cheap wedding favors from the stores. This will save your money and precious time.

Buying Wedding Items In Bulk

You can claim huge discounts in anything when bought in a bulk. Things aren't very different in the case of the wedding items. Plan and calculate the number of people who will be likely to attend the wedding occasion. Once you get the rough figures about the number of people attending the wedding ceremony, you can start purchasing the wedding items as a bulk. With the bad market conditions around, the wedding item suppliers will welcome you with open hands and will warp you with discounts.

Making The Decorations With Old Used Items

Decoration of the wedding venue is a challenging task when it comes to a budget point of view. Remember the fact that the decorating items are just for one day and night. You should make use of the old decorating items available in your for decorating the wedding venue. The old items can be the decorating lights and items that you bought for Christmas and other occasions.

Plan the wedding based on the above mentioned tips and save a great deal of money. Happy married life!

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Wedding Speech for Father of the Bride ~ Emotional Moments for the Father of the Bride

2010-01-11T11:18:00.000-05:00

Wedding speech for father of the bride can be an emotional and sentimental affair. Often, the prospect of delivering a father of the bride wedding speech makes a father nervous and worried.

To turn this nerve wracking experience into a joyous and touching one, just read on the following tips:

Father of the Bride Wedding Speech - tips

Father of the bride speech is one of the most anticipated speeches in a wedding and it is supposed to be sentimental and moving.

However, that does not mean your speech has to be too long and boring.

While composing your speech, listen to your heart, use the experiences of your own life and the normal joys of marriage as your inspiration.

You can include in your speech stories and anecdotes regarding the first meeting of the bride and groom.

You may even recount the story of how you and your wife received your future son in law when you met for the first time.

A father of the bride speech has to be thoughtful, kind, sincere and above all welcoming.

It is best if you can balance the sentimental overflow with humor.

However, do not go overboard, either in case of emotions or in case of humor.

While delivering your speech, you can talk about your first impression of your son in law - the young man who will now take care of your daughter.

You can even include in your speech, a few details of the wedding preparations.

Basically the best speeches are those which are able to convey the joy and delight of a father at the happy occasion of the wedding of his daughter.

Do you want to make your daughter's wedding even more special?

If you want to make her special day even more special, the best way is to honor her with a touching and memorable father of the bride wedding speech.

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Bridal Headpieces ~ How to Find the Right Headpiece for Your Wedding Veil

2010-01-09T18:55:00.000-05:00

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Anchor your wedding veil with an elegant bridal headpiece, or let its sparkle make a style statement all of its own. Usually attached to your wedding veil, your bridal headpiece can hold it in place for the entire event or allow it to be detached through hooks or snaps. You can also wear your headpiece sans veil for purely aesthetic purposes. Here´s what to consider when choosing a bridal headpiece.

Style

When trying on headpieces, try to bring as much of your wedding day ensemble as you can (dress photos, accessories, veil, etc.) to get the best sense of which style complements your look. You never know what will or won´t work until you put it all together.

Cost

Bridal headpieces typically cost $20 to $100. Of course, you may find one for less, and you can always pay more.

Headpiece Style Guide

From a wedding tiara to a snood, here´s the lingo you´ll need to know to get started:

Profile (comb):
The profile is an ornamental comb (often featuring flowers, crystals or pearls) that is worn either on the top or side of the head, or underneath your hairstyle. Profiles can be worn with or without a veil and are a great way to accent a sophisticated updo.

Backpiece:
A backpiece is a barrette or comb (often decorated with flowers or beads), fastened to the back of the head, to which your veil is then attached.

Tiara:
A popular headpiece for brides who want to feel like a princess, wedding tiaras are a jeweled or beaded semi-circle that sits on the top of your head.

Crown:
A crown is a full circular headpiece that sits on the top of your head and is usually decorated with stones or beads.

Headband:
A headband is a band of fabric that extends from one temple to the other. This classic look can range from simple to elaborate, and is often made of satin, lace, or any fabric to match your dress

Bunwrap:
As the name implies, the bunwrap is a circular band that wraps around a bun or updo.

Juliet Cap:
A Juliet cap fits at the crown of your head and can be accented with pearls, beading or stones. You can wear a Juliet cap alone or attach your veil to it.

Snood:
A snood is a net that encases a bun at the back of your head and can be made from a variety of fabrics and embellishments. You can attach a veil to the bottom of this headpiece.

Wreath (or Garland):
Wreaths wrap all the way around your head and often feature organic materials such as flowers, greenery or twigs. This headpiece creates a natural, romantic look.

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Remarriage, Blended Families & Blended Stuff ~ Create Opportunity from Challenge

2010-01-09T08:19:00.000-05:00

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Remarriage. It's the "blend" setting on the Cuisinart of life. The kids, the finances, the friends, the pets, the former in-laws-all a breeze compared to blending your stuff into the same home-sweet-home and learning, up close and personal, why it's said, "One person's treasure is another's junk."

You've both got a house full of furniture, art, knickknacks, and--'fess up--a ton of crap that by any standard belongs in a garage sale at best, more likely in the trash. But it's your crap, thank you very much, and you're attached to it: the molded-to-his-backside recliner with cup holder and duct-tape-repaired rip...the tattered-but-beloved bed canopy your great-grandmother crocheted in the previous century...the paint-by-number landscape your grown-up son did as a ten-year old...the ceramic frog collection you started as a kid that now occupies an entire bookcase. It's no small task to find a place for all that stuff let alone tastefully mix early American milk glass with contemporary chrome 'n glass. Here's the kind of conflict you can face:

When my ex and I married, I moved into his house. We did okay until it came to what was the ugliest painting since men began sketching on the walls of caves. It was hung where seen within seconds of walking through our front door. A gift from a favorite uncle, my ex had a sentimental attachment to it. Now, if the uncle were prone to dropping by unannounced, was obscenely wealthy, and my ex was the sole heir, I suppose I could have learned to love it. No such luck. The uncle lived 2,000 miles away, was infirm, and of modest means. Nothing I said persuaded my ex to get rid of it until I had a stroke of brilliance. I refused to invite people to our home. As I explained to my ex, I did not want people to think I had the bad taste to display that so-called art. My ex wanted to "compromise" and move it to another room. I preferred a bonfire. We settled on the garage.

Believe me, my hubby Dale became twice as attractive when I learned he lived on a boat and possessed neither a recliner nor "art." When we got married, he had nothing (I'm not kidding, nothing) to move into my house that I had happily decorated to my precise taste. All he wanted was about 3 feet of closet space. With a little pushing and condensing, I squeezed out just about that much. Oh, the joy!

I suppose the perfect solution is to move into a new house where you each have your own room to display the can't-let-it-go stuff and hire a decorator for the rest of the house. But that's impractical, not to mention ridiculously expensive. Most of us are stuck negotiating what to do with all that stuff.

Remarriage. Yep, it's a challenge. It's enough to make one seriously contemplate Katharine Hepburn's approach. She said, "I often wonder whether men and women really suit each other. Perhaps they should live next door and just visit now and then." I dunno, Katharine. Sharing the nest with your sweetheart is pretty darned nice. So, think of all that stuff-blending as an opportunity to score points (or what my hubby and I call Frequent Foreplay Miles). If you do, you'll find yourselves each giving in a little and before you know it, you'll have your cozy nest just the way it should be, recliner, ceramic frogs and all.

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2 Reasons I Say I Do to the Groom ~ I Don't to the Fat

2010-01-06T19:29:00.001-05:00

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Saying I do is making a commitment. Committing to never give up even when you may not agree. Saying I do is binding yourself in a vow to someone and taking on the responsibility and accountability of doing your best in the relationship.

You should also be loyal to yourself in order to be loyal to the person you're saying I do to. Saying I do doesn't mean that things will always be easy but it does mean that you are committing yourself to the relationship during easy and/or hard times.

Sadly to say, those words are taken quite lightly these days because most people don't want to remain committed when the hard times approaches. They don't realize that when they make it through the hard times together, their relationship is strengthened.

When you are in front of the person who will perform your wedding, you anxiously and nervously wait to say your vow to the one you love. You should say I do to the groom because:

Love

This should be the first and main reason that you say, "I do". However, take the time to learn one another first. It may eliminate some problems in the future and you won't be to upset when you find out that he really does squeeze the toothpaste tube in the opposite place that you do.

Commitment

This is an important reason to say, "I do" to the groom. Remember your vows in months and years to come just to remind yourself of your commitment. When you're committed to yourself first, it is easier to be committed to someone else.

Energy

Just as it takes a commitment to say I do to the groom, it also takes commitment to say I don't to fat. On your wedding day you want to look the best that you possible can. It's not all just about how you look, but it's also about your health. When you have extra fat to deal with, your energy level drops. Excess fat decreases your energy.

Heart Health

Losing fat improves heart health. Losing just 5 to 15 percent of your weight can lower your chances for developing heart disease or having a stroke. Weight loss also improves blood pressure, as well as triglyceride and cholesterol levels.

When you say, "I do" to the groom. Make a commitment to yourself and say, "I don't" to fat. Make a commitment to improve your health and to be the best that you can.

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Engaged ~ What next??

2010-01-02T15:56:00.010-05:00

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Beautiful ring on your finger ~ floating on cloud nine!! Where do you start planning for that "wedding of your dreams?" Now it's come true, but you don't know what to do next.

Where to start? Sit down with your husband-to-be and the family to discuss your plans. Get yourself a notebook, separate by dividers into different categories such as ~ guest list, budget, bridal attendant attire, reception ideas, brides's wedding gown, transportation, flowers, wedding cake and miscellaneous. Record all the ideas and post in the correct file.

Next choose a date or dates (probably two or three) that will work well for you, your finance and both sets of parents. Fall, Winter, Summer, Spring? Over a holiday weekend? Local wedding or a destination wedding such Hawaii or the Caribbean?

Write a guest list. Ask your finance, your parents, future-in-laws and of course guests you might want included. Keep in mind it might be impossible to include everyone, unless money is not an issue.

Set a realistic budget!! Discuss how much money is being contributed by you, by your parents? Are you and your fiance paying for the entire wedding? Or are your parents paying? Any money being contributed by your future-in-laws? Don't go into debt!!!

Start looking for a ceremony and reception site. If you belong to a church and attend regularly, you'll probably have the ceremony there. A church hall? ~have the reception there and likely save some money. If you're planning a destination wedding, it would be easier to hire a wedding planner. A bit expensive, but she knows the area and could probably find some good deals. Don't forget some sites are booked a year or more in advance.

Start deciding what colors you enjoy. Lovely pastels for spring, autumn hues for fall, reds & greens for Christmas, black and white.

Speak to your friends or relatives about being in your wedding party as soon as possible.

Start thinking about your vendors. Checking their sites is a great way of narrowing down your options for booking a photographer, videographer,caterer, florist, at the 10-month mark. Inquire of friends and relatives which vendor they used recently. Ask for interviews with vendors to see if you would be satisfied with their service and prices.

It's never to early to start looking for your "dream wedding gown" Probably 7 to 10 months in advance. Need time for ordering and alterations.

Out of town guests? To save guests from the stress of finding hotel rooms, you can check a hotel to see if you can block off some rooms for them. Try to find several hotels in a variety of prices. Most hotels will give you a discount for blocking off a number of rooms.

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Bridal Earrings for Your Wedding

2009-12-25T17:15:00.003-05:00

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You dream of your big day your entire life and adding final touches to your wedding look is one of those fun decisions you get to make us a bride. There are many accessory options out there from big bold necklaces, chunky, illusion and multiple strand bracelets, but when it comes to earrings - you can't go wrong. Take a few of these ideas to help you decide on your wedding day earring selection.

First consider the color gown you are wearing. With more fashion options to brides, dresses aren't just white any more. Whether you have a white, ivory, pink, or non traditional color bridal gown, choose materials that have the same color tones. If your dress is white, ivory pearls will not match perfectly with your gown, stay true to your colors.

Next consider your gowns embellishments. If your bridal gown has pearls, crystals or rhinestones on it, then pairing it with jewelry that uses those materials is the best way to coordinate your jewelry with your gown. There are many bridal jewelry designers out there that use quality pearls and crystals that will last a lifetime and become a true heirloom.

Once you have determined a color palate and the right materials, finding the right pair of earrings to finish your look is easy. There are a wide variety of styles available to brides. Chandelier earrings, cluster earrings, drop style, stud and chain are all some of the varieties of bridal earrings available on the market. If you love to wear big and bold jewelry, than a chandelier or cluster style earrings would be perfect. These earrings add a dramatic flair to the ears and draw attention to the face. For the bride that loves a simple, classic look there are simpler designs available including drop style, post and tiny earrings that have a small dangle.

There is a non-traditional method of mixing new with old. Most brides do the something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue. A great way to incorporate the old with the new and possibly the borrowed, is to take a piece of heirloom jewelry you love from a family member or close friend and incorporate that jewelry into a new piece. Whether you take an older broach from grandmas jewelry drawer and have a jewelry designer take it and make it into a hair piece with some additional gems to spice it up or you transform a pendant from a necklace into a unique new necklace. There are special ways to incorporate your heirloom jewelry into your bridal look.

Lastly, whether you choose a fancy chandelier style earring or a drop style earring, do not pack your jewelry away. While your bridal gown, tiara and veil may have to be packed away after the big day, your jewelry doesn't have to be. Keep your bridal jewelry and bridal earrings out and in your jewelry box for safe keeping. When your anniversary or another special occasion come up, that's the perfect time to select that special wedding day jewelry and remind you of your special day.

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Wedding Sponsorship ~ A Way to Save Big Money on Your Big Day

2009-12-23T15:41:00.005-05:00

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With the average cost of a 150-guest wedding fast approaching $30,000, savvy couples are embracing the idea of wedding sponsorship to defray their wedding costs. They have become intrigued with the idea of receiving complimentary goods and services for simply giving the sponsoring businesses recognition for their contributions. Weve found that there are couples who can afford to pay for their dream wedding, but still seek wedding sponsorship. They do so because they want to save a ton of money and theyre aware of the benefit to the sponsoring companies, says S. Owens, wedding retailer and author of A Sponsored Wedding: The Complete Guide to Having Your Dream Wedding For a Song. It just makes good sense.

Those who have never attended a sponsored wedding are under the impression that there will be corporate banners and logos strewn about the ceremony and reception sites similar to those displayed during a professional sporting event. "The acknowledgment that you give to your sponsors doesnt have to be nearly as in-your-face as a TV commercial. There are ways to effectively yet subtlely promote your sponsors to maintain the dignity and intimacy of your wedding", says Owens. "It's also important to keep in mind that you're not asking for a handout from sponsors. Couples who have the most success in securing sponsors are aware of the benefit to the sponsoring companies and emphasize the benefits in every contact with the company."

If set up properly, sponsorship can actually give your wedding star status. Your guests may wonder what connections you have that made the sponsors want to do this for you. Sponsors historically desire to connect themselves with attractive events. A perfect example of this is the "sponsoring" of couture evening gowns on the Oscars Red Carpet. Designers provide gowns to A-list actresses with the hope that the actresses answer to the question, Who are you wearing? will keep the designers names on the minds of their target market.

It's important to keep in mind that a sponsored wedding is not a corporate event nor is it a commercial starring the newlywed couple. It's a way to save thousands of dollars on your dream wedding by simply acknowledging those who provided products and services. In a non-sponsored wedding, if guests are impressed with certain elements of your wedding, they'll ask about the vendors or request contact information. You can provide that information without them asking and benefit from it as well.

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33 Best R&B Songs for Your Wedding Reception

2009-12-20T12:19:00.013-05:00

If you're looking to set a sensuous vibe at your wedding reception, look no further than a playlist full of R&B wedding songs. With smooth bass lines and sultry lyrics, R&B songs of love and devotion are perfect for moving, grooving, and romance on the dance floor. But with decades of songs to choose from, the only hard part is narrowing your playlist down. Consider this list of the best R&B wedding songs your starting point .

R&B Wedding Songs

These passionate R&B wedding songs have fitting lyrics and sultry melodies that will suit every component of your wedding from walking down the aisle through to the last dance.

Never - Jaheim
Forever My Lady - Jodeci
Sweet Love - Anita Baker
Caught Up in the Rapture - Anita Baker
Spend My Life with You - Eric Benet & Tamia
Nice and Slow - Usher
You Got It Bad - Usher
Ribbon in the Sky - Stevie Wonder
You Mean the World to Me - Toni Braxton
Always and Forever - Heat Wave
On Bended Knee - Boyz II Men
Never Let Go - Faith Evans
Angel of Mine - Monica
For You I Will - Monica
The Sweetest Thing - Lauren Hill
No Ordinary Love - Sade
You - Jesse Powell
The Cool in You - Babyface
By Your Side - Sade
I Swear - All-4-One
Make it Last Forever - Keith Sweat
Here and Now - Luther Vandross
Every Beat of My Heart - Brian McKnight
Back at One - Brian McKnight
Saved the Best for Last - Vanessa Williams
Crazy Love - Aaron Neville
All My Life - K-Ci and Jojo
Suddenly - Billy Ocean
No One - Alicia Keys
Hello - Lionel Richie
Saving All My Love for You - Whitney Houston
Everything - Mary J. Blige
Family Affair - Mary J. Blige
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Makeup Mistakes that Brides Make

2009-12-15T15:05:00.004-05:00

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They say that you are never fully dressed without a smile, and how better than to show off that happy smile than with the perfect makeup? That said, the right makeup can enhance, but the wrong makeup can look artificial and just plain bad. These are some of the most common makeup mistakes that brides make, and how to avoid them.

One of the most typical makeup mistakes that brides make is not to wear enough, or any at all. Even the most natural and earthy bride needs a little makeup to look her best on her wedding day. If you are unaccustomed to wearing makeup on a daily basis, work with a makeup artist (either in a salon or at a department store) who understands how to apply makeup with a light touch. A very sheer foundation, sometimes called a tinted moisturizer, topped with a light dusting of sheer powder will give your skin a flawless finish that will photograph beautifully.

Finish off your natural looking wedding makeup with a coat of mascara to bring out your eyes in the pictures and a medium toned lipstick in a satin finish, which is neither too matte nor too glossy. It will be just enough to ensure that you look as beautiful as you feel on your wedding day. When done right, this natural effect will look like you are not even wearing makeup; everyone will chalk up your glowing face to bridal radiance!

Another makeup mistake that brides often make is to wear way too much makeup. An overeager makeup artist or mother talks these poor brides into wearing something akin to stage makeup, which always looks artificial, especially when seen at close range ("Just so you have a face in the pictures, dear"). If the first thing that jumps out is your makeup, it is too much. The goal of wedding makeup is to enhance your features, not to take over your face.

I once knew a gorgeous bride who was wearing a custom bridal gown with very delicate hand beading on it. Her mother talked her into wearing a full face of heavy pancake makeup with bright red lipstick and heavy eye makeup, as well as very heavy looking bridal jewelry. What she needed was a soft romantic look with delicate bridal jewelry to bring out the beauty in her face and her gown, but what she got was makeup so overpowering that it was all you saw when looking at her.

Something else that can go wrong with wedding makeup is forgetting to take conditions into account. On a hot day, the wrong foundation can run or get cakey, so keep it as light as possible. An older bride will find that certain types of foundation or eyeshadow will settle into the creases on her face after a few hours, which is never flattering. Too much shimmer or highlighting can make a bride look oily instead of dewy fresh.

The best way to ensure that you avoid these wedding makeup mistakes is to practice, practice, practice. After a few times of wearing your wedding makeup, you will discover what holds up over the course of a long day, and what photographs well or does not. By the time the day of your wedding rolls around, you will know exactly how to wear your makeup to look your absolute best.

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Wedding Napkins ~ 7 Important Locations They will be Needed at Your Wedding Reception Hall

2009-12-14T18:17:00.017-05:00

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Wedding napkins are a useful but often overlooked accessory to any wedding reception. Here are 7 important locations wedding napkins will be needed at your wedding reception hall to add comfort and style to your wedding day.

Location #1: Cocktail or Refreshment Bar - Cocktail napkins are used to place under a beverage to absorb condensation or soak up a minor spill. The bartender will hand each guest a napkin with their beverage. Paper cocktail napkins are available in a wide range of colors to match your theme.

Location #2: Hors Doeuvres Table - Cocktail and luncheon napkins should be placed at the hors doeuvres table with the plates and utensils. Guests will normally pick up one or two napkins with their plate as they approach the hors doeuvres table for appetizers.

Location #3: Buffet Table - Buffet-style dinners are popular wedding reception venues. As with hors devours and appetizers, plates, utensils and napkins are placed at the beginning of the buffet table for guest to pick up as they approach. Luncheon napkins are typically used for buffets as they are larger than a cocktail napkin and smaller than a dinner-sized napkin.

Location #4: Dinner Table - When guests are being served a formal dinner at their table seats, dinner napkins should be placed with the silverware at each place setting. Dinner napkins can be folded with silverware placed on top of the napkins. Dinner napkins can also be wrapped around the silverware and secured with a napkin ring, decorative ribbon, or adhesive bands.

Location #5: Cake Table - The wedding cake table should be stocked with cocktail or luncheon-sized napkins to present with a slice of cake to each guest. Often, the napkins used at the dinner table have been discarded after the main course and guests will need another napkin when enjoying their cake.

Location #6: Dessert Table - Dessert tables can be arranged at the end of a traditional buffet or stationed in a different area of the reception hall. When providing desserts separate from a buffet it is a good idea to provide napkins for the same reason as the cake table. Guests will have used their dinner or luncheon napkins during the main course and will need a fresh napkin for their dessert.

Location #7: Bathrooms and Restrooms - The most overlooked location for adding a personal touch to wedding receptions and parties is the bathrooms or restrooms. While these areas typically have stocked paper towels or air dryers, disposable paper guest towels can be used to add a bit of color to the bathrooms and pamper your guests as well.

Wedding napkins are useful accessories that can add flair and character to your wedding reception. For a more personal touch, you can have your napkins personalized with a monogram or a design and several lines of text celebrating the bride and groom or thanking family and friends for attending your special day. Guests will admire your attention to detail and appreciate your thoughtfulness and careful planning throughout your wedding reception program.

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How I did Lose Weight for my Wedding ~ Simple Eating Tips

2009-12-11T09:47:00.013-05:00

It might be hard to believe, but if we only change a few things on our diet or eat just a little different food when in difficult situations, it can lead us to natural weight loss!

Eating tips that helped me to lose weight for my wedding:

Manage my nerves

Preparing for the wedding might be a hard time. Every time I got nervous, I used to eat. And this is not a bad thing - the bad thing is I used to eat bad food. This was anything like ice cream, chocolate, junk food or cake that I could grab. I used to eat spontaneously, and never assumed this had such a huge negative impact on my weight. This is about chewing actually not about being hungry! As soon as I realised this, I switched to a few apples, oranges or a banana, maybe even some pumpkin seeds or sunflower seeds, as soon as I felt I needed something to calm down. This was the first step I took to lose weight for my wedding.

Stop lazy eating!

Lazy eating is the second worst thing. I started to prepare my own meals - did not buy already prepared. This kept me away from chips, fast food, cookies and all the bad things on the way. Not being lazy to buy prepared food helped me a lot on my way to lose weight for my wedding - and this actually changed my daily habits, so it is easier now to maintain my current weight.

Add something 100% healthy

To lose weight for my wedding, I did change one of my daily meals to something very healthy. Just one time per day, I had a plate of fresh fruits, a yogurt with berries, or a fish and vegetable salad - anything that was 100% healthy and natural. I was amazed at what an effect it had on my weight loss journey!

Enjoy my meals

This one is so simple! Eating with pleasure made me eat slower , and this resulted in eating less food! I found myself getting full much quicker and eating less than I typically did!

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Festive Jewelry for Holiday Wedding

2009-12-09T07:30:00.003-05:00

Get into the spirit of a holiday wedding with festive jewelry! Special earrings, bracelets, and necklaces with a holiday twist are the perfect way to set the stage for a Christmastime wedding. Unique jewelry with a holiday theme is ideal for everyone from the bride to the bridesmaids to the flower girl; read on for suggestions on how to pick the perfect pieces for your wedding.

Let's face it, there is just something magical about a Christmas wedding. Everyone is in the spirit of the season, and will be feeling especially cheerful as you tie the knot this December. Special holiday inspired bridal jewelry is a wonderful way to embrace the joy of the holidays as a part of your wedding celebration.

One fantastic idea for holiday wedding jewelry is pieces which have been handcrafted with Swarovski crystal snowflakes. The carefully shaped crystals twinkle and glimmer, just like a frosty winter day. They are perfect for anyone in the wedding party (or for the wedding guest looking for a festive pair of earrings to complete her outfit for the big event). The Swarovski snowflakes are so intricate and beautiful that they look best in a simple design, such as on a pendant or as the main decorative element on a pair of drop earrings. They make fabulous bridesmaid jewelry gifts, and are also wonderful for the bride and the mothers of the bride and groom. Best of all, you will be able to enjoy a set of Swarovski crystal snowflake jewelry all winter long.

If you are planning a true Christmas theme wedding, complete with poinsettias, holly, amaryllis, and evergreen boughs, you will want equally traditional holiday themed jewelry. A marvelous idea is Swarovski crystal earrings which are handcrafted to look like tiny perfect Christmas trees! They are absolutely unique, and will be a real conversation starter. Green crystals are layered to form a "tree", and then finished off with a crystal trunk and a red "star" topper. These precious earrings make ideal gifts of jewelry for a bridesmaid, junior bridesmaid, or an older flower girl. They would be spectacular with red or green bridesmaid dresses.

Everyone loves a snowman, and that is another fun motif for winter wedding jewelry. Little snowman earrings are great for a wedding in any winter month, not just December. They are handcrafted in either Swarovski crystals or pearls, complete with black crystal "top hats". Unique snowman earrings are not only wonderful for the wedding party, but they also make sweet thank you gifts for anyone involved in your weddingal shop owner to your wedding coordinator.

If your wedding is close to New Year's Eve, a very sparkly all crystal look is gorgeous. Bridal jewelry sets which are created with dazzling Swarovski crystals will help you to celebrate your New Year wedding in high style. Especially fabulous are long drop crystal earrings with a teardrop shaped crystal topped with a ruffle of round crystals; they look amazing with a bridal gown with a ruffle detail. Have fun choosing festive jewelry for your winter wedding. These special pieces will help to make your entire wedding party get into the spirit of your holiday wedding. Best of all, holiday theme jewelry can be enjoyed over and over each holiday season.

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Family Style Wedding Reception

2009-12-07T15:53:00.011-05:00

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One of the more popular ideas for a wedding reception is to serve the food family style. At this type of party, all of the food is placed on the table in large platters that are passed around, rather than having a waiter serve each guest an individual plate of food. Family style service can be less stuffy than traditional plated dinners, and yet more gracious than a buffet. Here are some ideas on how to arrange for a family style wedding reception that your guests will love.

Family style catering ties in with the trend favoring fewer long reception tables over many small round ones. The idea is that this type of set-up is more relaxed and convivial, allowing for a welcoming and intimate reception. It is almost like everyone just happened to stop by your house for an impromptu gathering over good food and great conversation. Sort of like what happens at the end of that show "Everyday Italian" on the Food Network, where all of Giada de Laurentiis' friends and neighbors show up for a casual yet elegant feast in her backyard.

This type of party is especially popular with brides who trying to create a casual or rustic elegance for their receptions. You picture the bride in a flowing gown with simple handmade wedding jewelry and loose wavy hair walking around the long tables, chatting effortlessly with her guests as they enjoy her hospitality. In my personal mental picture, the reception is taking place outdoors in a vineyard or a meadow, but certainly family style service works well in indoor locations too. The idea is that the more relaxed feeling will help to get conversation flowing more readily among strangers, and will help all of the guests to feel as though they are part of one big happy family.

Certainly, there are some occasions when family style service might seem out of place. For instance, if you are planning a black tie wedding, with everyone in their most formal attire and special handmade wedding jewelry, the more traditional plated dinner service would be much more appropriate. Family style service also tends to limit your menu options more than a buffet or food stations, so that is another consideration.

The types of food that work best for family style service are generally the ones that most families like to eat together. Italian is a very popular choice. It is easy to get good Italian food, it is not particularly expensive, and almost everyone likes it. Italian cuisine is also a great idea if you will be having some vegetarians at your wedding. It is quite simple to have one platter with a meat-free pasta, and another with meatballs and sausages for those guests who enjoy meat. One tip: when serving Italian food at a wedding reception, stay away from the messiest choices like spaghetti that are most likely to splash and stain.

Comfort food is another fantastic option for a family style wedding reception. Your guests will be delighted to be served classics like homemade mac and cheese, slices of meatloaf, and bowls of yummy veggies. For this menu, you might even want to have wedding pies instead of a formal cake. This would be especially nice for an autumn wedding.

Family style wedding catering has many things to recommend it. The relaxed and friendly atmosphere that it creates will be a wonderful way to celebrate the start of your new life together. When you are looking for a way to unite your friends and families into one big happy group, you might just find that family style service at your reception is the perfect answer.

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5 Things to Consider when Choosing Your Reception Space

2009-12-07T07:10:00.004-05:00

So you're getting married and now it's time to plan your big day. This might seem like a daunting task but with a little bit of pre-planning it can be a lot of fun. Here are some things to consider when you start to search for the perfect place to hold your wedding reception.

1. If these walls could talk: Big venues often hold more than one event at a time, so find out what's happening on your target date and where. You don't want your guests to be shouting over the sounds or another band or seminar speaker next door.

2. Size Does Matter: Get a ballpark idea of who's invited and round out that number to help target your search for the perfect space. Remember, the space may look roomy now but it will fill up fast with a band setup, buffet, tables, chairs and decorations.

3. Hell is other people: If you want something intimate, don't hold your event in a public spot like a park or garden unless you rent it. Strangers may walk by and look, or even make comments.

4. Room with a view: Give your guests a little feast for their eyes. Pick a location that offers something visual such as a city skyline or a sunset overlooking the ocean. If you choose a historic building or museum, look at the architectural details, wall hangings and floor coverings.

5. Praying to the parking Gods: If you are having a city wedding, look for a lot nearby and negotiate a flat rate to validate your guests' passes. Opting for a bus or trolley may be a solution to inadequate parking facilities.

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What is a Groom's Cake?

2009-12-06T18:53:00.003-05:00

The groom's cake is one of the peculiarities of modern weddings. As a trend, it has really picked up in recent years when the couples are more adventurous and want to try something new. However, the groom's cake is a tradition that dates back to the American south, where it was common to have it at weddings. Like all old things, this is again making a comeback in the modern wedding scene.

So what exactly is a groom's cake?

A groom's cake is simply a second, smaller cake. It can either be designed by the groom himself to bring a little bit of his personality into the wedding, or it can be designed by the bride and meant as a surprise for the groom. The whole idea is to give the groom something to take away from a day that is, well, largely about the bride.

The themes that the groom's cake is built around can range from his personal hobbies, interests, or ambitions. Sometimes, couples like to go really wild with the groom's cake to inject some spice and chutzpah in a day that can be quite sedate and dull.

Thus, if the groom was a college quarterback, a cake with a football themed design would be an appropriate choice. If the groom has a certain fascination with a particular piece of pop culture (say, a particular movie or book), you could have a cake designed around that. How about a groom's cake that shows both the bride and the groom's love for a particular rock bank? We all have to agree that a KISS themed cake would be just too interesting to pass up.

Groom's cakes were an integral part of weddings in the years past. Today, they are used primarily by brides to do a little bit for their husbands-to-be. Because of its size, theme, and flavoring (groom's cakes are usually in dark chocolate or spice), the groom's cake serves as a nice counter-balance to the traditional wedding cake. If you want to add a little bit of extra to your wedding, a groom's cake would be a very fun way of doing something for the groom.

To conclude, the grooms cake is one of the most wonderful wedding trends that has emerged in the past few years. Weddings have too long been dominated by the bride, and for once, the groom actually has a say in the entire wedding ceremony.

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Reviewing Online Wedding Vendors

2009-12-04T07:23:00.007-05:00

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When it comes to planning the perfect wedding, many people today are opting for online wedding vendors. Not only do they save you time, money, and gas, but they can be very helpful when it comes to viewing things by style and looking for exactly what you want without driving to a million different places to find it. Many people are even turning to online bridal shops to completely plan their wedding, not simply to supplement it.

Whichever the reason you are using to go to online wedding vendors, it is very important you know what you are looking for in an online wedding shop or bridal shop. You need to know what to look for and which places to get it.

When I went out in search for the perfect online wedding shops, I found a number of important things that I had not always realized were so important to look at. I was not exactly sure how difficult reviewing the various online bridal shops like House of Brides and One Wed would be until I set out to do it.

What I liked about some of the more popular online wedding vendors like House of Brides was that they offered great support. When purchasing wedding dresses and various other items for your wedding, it's so reassuring and comforting to know that you can easily reach the staff and customer service for that website with any questions or concerns you have, and you can even track your order which made me much more lenient on spending so much money over the web.

You have to admit after all that spending thousands of dollars online is a little scary sometimes, and it helps when you can be reassured and see where exactly your purchases are at. I was not pleased with how a lot of sites had no way to reach them other than email. Some even lacked a phone number or live chat, which was disappointing and made me not want to spend much money there at all.

When I visited some of the more popular websites however, I enjoyed how incredibly easy it was to browse through the dress styles and product types; they give you options to browse by categories like brands, sizes, and even colors. This made the task of finding what I was looking for much simpler and even gave me some insight into newer styles I thought could be interesting to integrate into my original wedding dress design plan as well as having the chances to completely change my mind while still staying in my budget.

That was both convenient and fun to do all together. I didn't like though how some online dress stores were so overcrowded that I could not find exactly what I wanted with ease, it actually ended up taking a lot of searching to figure out where to find what which was both time consuming and annoying. It made things not only frustrating but downright tiring, I was in no way prepared for all the work it took me to shovel through that site and their various designs. It was a shame that it was so overcrowded too, as some of the design ideas sounded interesting. However, I was not about to sit there for three hours trying to find one simple dress idea. So make sure before sticking with one online wedding vendor, you look for something well organized and simple.

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Gracious Ways to Manage a Wedding "B" List

2009-12-01T15:15:00.015-05:00

It is a fact of life: when you are planning a wedding, you can rarely invite everyone that you would like to. Either the budget is too small, the venue is too tight, or your family is just too big. One way that some couples handle this dilemma is by grouping their wedding guest lists into "A"s and "B"s.

In a nutshell, the "A" list is the group of people that you will definitely be inviting to your wedding. This group usually includes your immediate family, attendants, close friends, and the random people that your parents insist on inviting to your wedding because they are paying for it. The "B" list will typically be people that you would like to have, space permitting. "B" lists are generally populated by people such as more recently acquired friends, old college chums you haven't seen in a while, and your co-workers.

The way to create the "A" list is to add up everyone that you must have at your wedding, and then keep going with names from your extended circle until you have hit the limit of either your venue or budget. Do this as if every single person on the list will actually be coming (which of course, they won't). In other words, if your venue can only seat 110 people, then your list should have exactly 110 names on it - and don't forget to include the bride and groom in this head count! You know have your "A" list.

Anyone who did not make the initial cut is now officially on your "B" list. Okay, so far, so good. As the R.s.v.p.s start to roll in from the first set of invitations, you can invite one person from the "B" list for each declined invitation. From here on in, things can get a little trickier. The wedding invitations need to be sent out to the "A" list well in advance of your wedding date, usually at least 8 weeks, but sometimes even more. Where it gets dicey is that you have to finagle responses from all of the guests on your "A" list much earlier than usual - four weeks before the wedding at the minimum. If people ask why you need to have your answers so early, blame the caterer; whatever you do, never let on that you have a "B" list waiting in the wings.

Let me repeat: no one should know about the "B" list (though some may suspect, based on the timing of the invitations). It is not improper or poor etiquette to have an "A" list and a "B" list, however it would be terrible if any of the "B" listers were made to feel like they were your second choice guests. This means that when you are sending out the invitations, you must do so based in part on the social and familial circles of your invitees. You can't invite your friend Sally eight weeks before the wedding, but send out a last minute invite to her sister Margaret. If people are going to talk, put them both on either the "A" or "B" list together to avoid hurt feelings.

Some people find the idea of two separate guest lists to be highly offensive. If you feel this way, then there are a few other paths that you can take. One of the nicest things that a couple can do is to scale back on the luxury of the wedding to be able to include everyone who is near and dear to them. Maybe you have to have your reception in a mid-range hotel instead of a ritzy private club, but in the end, you may find that who you have at your wedding is more important than where you have it.

Other couples will find other cost-cutting solutions to be able to expand their guest list. For instance, you can have a brunch instead of a sit-down evening reception. Another way to cut expenses is to order your bridesmaid jewelry sets online. You can find truly beautiful handcrafted bridesmaid jewelry sets made from Swarovksi crystals and freshwater pearls - they will look like a splurge, but can actually be very affordable bridesmaid gifts. Some other things that you can order online to save on costs include wine (depending on the laws of your state), invitations, and wedding jewelry for the bride.

Whether you decide to have a two part guest list, or simply to cut your expenses so you can expand your guest list, the key is to be gracious. If you do have an "A" and a "B" list, be careful to keep that piece of information private. As long as you make all of your guests feel welcome and wanted, your wedding is sure to be a fabulous success.

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How to get a Loan to Pay for a Wedding

2009-11-29T12:13:00.002-05:00

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These days more and more couples are paying for their own wedding, and they are turning to lenders for loans so they can have the wedding day of their dreams.

Step 1 Taking out a loan for your wedding can be good for your marriage. There is no better way to find out about your partner’s spending habits and your compatibility about financial matters.

Step 2 The actual process of taking out a wedding loan is easy – the difficult part is figuring out how much you need and how much you can afford.

Step 3 Loans for weddings usually start around $10,000 and run into the six-figure category.

Step 4 Before you approach a lender, decide together what you want to spend on your big day. The cost of an average wedding in the United States is almost as high as the average annual household income...and rising.

Step 5 Make a list of what you’d like at your ideal wedding and, if the final figure makes either of you uncomfortable, start paring down.

Step 6 One way to get a handle on costs is to list the expenses as necessary, unnecessary but desired, and frivolous extras. You certainly will need a venue, but do you really need to splurge so much on flowers and ribbons.

Step 7 You should also consider what you can afford to pay back each month on your loan before you get one. You don’t want your wedding loan to become a burden for the rest of your lives together, so don’t borrow more than you can repay in 3 years.

Step 8 Make sure what you decide about the scale of the event and what it will cost is a unanimous decision. That way you will avoid any future ill will or resentment. You’re in this for better or worse and you’ll be paying for your loan together.

Step 9 Wedding loans exist in 2 forms-–secured and unsecured. To secure a loan you can use your home, car, or an alternative form of security like stocks and bonds. Unsecured wedding loans require no security.

Step 10 Interest rates are reasonable on wedding loans, but that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t shop around. Wedding loans do not usually have any fee or pre-payment penalties. Do your research to find the best rates and terms.

Step 11 Compare options like refinancing an existing home loan and other loan options to determine if a wedding loan is the best choice in terms of what you will have to repay.

Step 12 Even if you have bad credit it’s likely you’ll still be able to get a wedding loan. Get your credit report before you apply for the wedding loan so you’ll be able to make a good impression with your lender by alerting him to your situation.

Step 13 Ask friends, family and co-workers for referrals to a good lender, just in case they got good deals in the past. Most likely, however, you will end up shopping for your wedding loan on the Internet.

Step 14 If you choose an online lender you will be required to fill in a few simple forms on the lender’s Web page, giving details about your occupation and income, before the process begins in earnest.

Step 15 Before you formalize the loan you will probably be asked to produce some if not all of the following: Copy of deed to any property; Last 2 years' W-2's, tax returns and current pay stub, or two years' tax returns if self-employed; Proof of income from alimony, child support, lawsuit settlement or other income sources; Copies of your last 3-6 bank statements and a list of all open credit accounts (account numbers, payment amounts, and balances). Make sure you have all of the items in hand before you talk to your lender, as it will shorten the loan approval process.

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Don’t run up your credit cards to pay for your wedding. Wedding loans offer far better interest rates. If a lender rejects you, ask for reasons why and what you need to do to secure a wedding loan approval on your second try. Sometimes paying down some credit cards can increase your credit score just enough to qualify for your wedding loan. Don’t mortgage your future happiness by spending more than you can afford for what will amount to one day’s fun.The Federal Trade Commission warns against using lenders that encourage you to falsify your application to get the loan

How to Marry a Coworker

2009-11-28T06:15:00.011-05:00

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Long hours at the office can mean little extra time for dating and romance in the real world. Rather than lament the lack of time to find a soulmate, turn your attention to your coworkers. There is significant opportunity to get to know them during meetings and lunches. Make sure your employer has no policy against coworkers dating. You may find companionship and a life partner to marry.

Step 1 Get to know the fellow employee who caught your eye. Invite the person along for group lunches and casually sit near him. Take these innocent opportunities to learn more about his personality and interests outside of work.

Step 2 Discreetly start flirting with your coworker by the copy machine or when passing by her desk. A sultry look when you see her in the hall or prolonged eye contact during meetings should pique her interest. Step it up slightly when you notice her flirting back.

Step 3 Do lunch together—-alone. Turn a lunch for two into your first date. Continue your flirty banter and he'll get the idea quickly. After a few lunches, take your dates outside of working hours with a dinner or movie outing.

Step 4 Discuss the nature of the relationship. Inquire about whether your coworker is seeking out a long-term commitment or a casual dating situation. Talk about being professional while working together by developing a strategy to keep your personal relationship out of the workplace.

Step 5 Separate your work relationship from your romance. Once love has blossomed, fight the temptation to carry out your courtship at the office.

Step 6 Maintain discretion at work and build your relationship on your own time. If the relationship grows and the possibility of marriage exists, wait a minimum of six months to ensure it doesn't interfere with your employment.

Step 7 If you are able to keep a healthy balance between work and personal life. Set a date and get married. Good luck!

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Thanksgiving

2009-11-26T11:10:00.004-05:00

Happy holidays to everyone !

"Be thankful for what you have; you'll end up having more.

If you concentrate on what you don't have

you will never, ever have enough. " Oprah Winfrey

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Winter Wedding Centerpieces

2009-11-24T11:42:00.003-05:00

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Time for snowflakes, lovely red poinsettias against crispy white, pine cones,
adorable mistletoes, roaring fires, romantic bells, or santas hat… what a great season for getting married! It is so easy to get your imagination going and find absolutely great winter themed wedding centerpieces!

The flowers in season for this occasion are poinsettias, camellias, snowdrops, hyacinth, lisianthus, lilacs, nerines and irises.

Decide on the color and theme for your winter wedding. Red will give you a lively and festive mood, while icy blue will provide that magical wonderland theme. And white, well, what can I say, white is always so elegant and simple! White flowers just work every time!

Flowers and candles also mix really well when creating your winter wedding centerpieces. Just make sure the candles are unscented, as we don’t want them to overtake the lovely scent of the flowers. Add ribbons to the candles and tie them together in pairs.

Sometimes you also want to think about artificial flowers. They go really well in the winter as it is not the usual blossoming time of year. Use lovely frosted glass vases to hold your candles; you can choose to have a variety of colors.

What about confetti shaped as hearts, or stars, all around your wedding centerpieces? They sure add a festive feel to the occasion!

Natural elements are a great addition to your winter theme. Mistletoe, holly, berries and pine cones they all convey that traditional winter feel. Use them in your arrangements; don’t stick just to the traditional flower centerpiece. Berries, pomegranates, ivy, eucalyptus, evergreen…. And the one element you do not get in any other season: snow.

Use fake snow to decorate your centerpieces. The white in the background will help other colors spark to life. Arrange with pine cones and ever green tree. Add candles to the theme. Sprinkle confetti, flower petals or loose individual pine cones. Bells add a brilliant touch to your wedding centerpieces. Tie them together with rich colored ribbons; red or green are perfect for the occasion.

You can go all cozy with a Christmas theme. Have different sized Christmas trees on the tables to make them individual. Have bigger Christmas trees placed in the reception area. That sure will give you that lovely and warm winter feel!

If you have money to spare, another great idea is to have ice sculptures tailor made for your wedding. Have one big one made for the main table, and then ask the sculptor to create smaller ones that would be placed on the individual tables. They sure will impress your guests

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Specialty Wedding Bands

2009-11-24T07:07:00.025-05:00

Happy Holidays !!!

Be thankful for what you have; you'll end up having more. If you concentrate on what you don't have, you will never, ever have enough. Oprey Winfrey

Ever since I saw the specially designed wedding ring, Will Smith's character gives to his new bride on Independence Day, with two diamond encrusted dolphins. I've always thought that it would be a great thing to give my wife something special, something that very few other people would have as a wedding ring.

What I ended up buying her was a ring with five rows of 10 diamonds each. It cost enough, but what was special about it is that there were no other rings like it. Well, they were close; there were many rings with 3 or 4 rows, but a woman has to have long fingers to be able to pull off 5 rows, which my wife has. To this day, we've never seen anyone else with a ring like hers, which means it's still a very special style.

Many brides end up with diamond rings with one large raised diamond, which is nice enough, but fairly common. These days, designers of wedding rings are putting together both traditional and non-traditional rings for their customers, giving a diversity of choice for everyone to make.

Even designers such as, of all companies, Disney, are getting into the game. Disney recently came out with six wedding ring designs based on some of the characters in their movies. The designs are named for Cinderella, Snow White, Sleeping Beauty, Jasmine, Ariel, and Belle. There wasn't much attempt to match up the rings to what these brides wore in the movies, since there wasn't that much attention given in the movies. Still, the rings range from one that looks pretty traditional to one that has three segments on it, with the middle one having the largest diamond and the two on the side matching each other. They range in price from around $3,500 to $5,200, which is well within range of the average price of wedding rings.

Rings can be channel set as well as being open, but it takes some time and dedication to decide to buy a ring that doesn't conform to the norm. These days, some wedding rings have other stones in them that can make a ring stand out from the norm. Something else that's growing are people looking for rings that might be a throwback to the past, such as rings old Hollywood stars might have worn, or rings that might come from European history.

In any case, it comes down to two things. One, having an eye for something different that still maintains its elegance. Two, price. If you can afford it, you can have it, even if you have to have one put together. It doesn't cost as much as you might think, especially in a weakening economy. Jewelers are ready to make good deals with you; give it a shot. Your bride is worth it.

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Cuff links take a Spot in Men's Jewelry

2009-11-03T11:13:00.007-05:00

Men's Accessories and Jewelry

David Beckham is one of the stylish men who provide great influence in men's fashion. Rock stars and other athletes as well have been spotted sporting some men's jewelry. Among these are watches, bracelets, and cufflinks.

Such pieces never made them look traditional or fatherly but instead gave them a more modern edge. More and more men are now beginning to transform into fashion forward metrosexual. White metals mixed with diamonds, silver, gold, and rubber are now being used as accents to their outfit.

Cufflinks are now taking a spot in the top men's jewelry staples. Why is this so? It is simply because cufflinks add structure and dimension to their formal or even semi-casual look. Men of today appear to be accepting of the fact that they need such jewelry pieces in order to look not just good but better. You will see modern cufflink designs flaunted on their wrists along with bracelets and necklaces. And because of this trend too that more and more women are giving cufflinks as gifts to the men in their lives.

The most popular choice for men's jewelry is cufflinks made of steel. This is a good choice not just because of its manly structure and look but also because it is durable and scratch-proof. Being stainless and solid looking, it's good for both formal and informal events.

Some men also prefer cufflinks made of tungsten carbide. It somewhat has the same density as platinum and the same characteristic as titanium. It is a hard metal in a slightly darker color; it is also scratch-proof. Titanium is a popular choice too. Perhaps because of its modern and "cool" look, younger men prefer this metal for their jewelry piece. Advanced technology has been applied to this metal thus producing titanium in various colors, including black.

Men indeed are now open to creating a whole new look for the fashion forward age. Their sleek and well-designed choices of jewelry pieces truly make them more manly yet stylish and neat. There aren't any men who wouldn't want to look like Beckham, right?

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How to Make Your Own Bridal Bouquet

2009-10-22T10:27:00.009-04:00

Bridal Bouquets

If you are getting married soon, you will have already realized how expensive the whole process is. However, there is one thing you can try and save money on - your bridal bouquet.
Learning how to make your own bridal bouquet is easy and as long as you can be a little creative while using your imagination, you will have no problems.

Bridal bouquet ideas are vital in this task and the best way to get your hands on plenty of ideas is to look through some bridal magazines that are available. You can get bridal bouquet ideas to match your color scheme, size and shape, as well as price estimations. You can then use these as a combination to come up with your very own bridal bouquet design.

By making your own bridal bouquet, you ensure that not only will it save you money, but it will be one of those unique bridal bouquets that leave everyone talking! You can have the exact design that you want, whether it's a simple or extravagant one and you also save a small fortune in the process!

Once you have some ideas for your bridal bouquet design, you'll need to decide on the following things: color, size, shape and what you want to spend. Having a budget is vital otherwise you will end up paying a small fortune and you probably could have ended up getting it cheaper ready-made! You must also decide whether you want your flowers to be real or synthetic. When making a bridal bouquet remember that even though real flowers may look and smell better, synthetic ones will last longer and can be a wonderful memento of the day!

Once you have made your decision on color and shape etc, all that's left is to make the bridal bouquet and if you look online, you'll find hints and tips on keeping it together and making it look as good as possible. Once this is done, you will have unique bridal bouquets that will simply make a for a great wedding photo!

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Can a Justice of the Peace Marry You? ~ Not in Australia

2009-10-21T06:35:00.006-04:00

In Australia a Justice of the Peace is a volunteer, a member of the community who plays a vital role in the administration of justice and who receives no remuneration for that.

A JP can witness signatures on statutory declarations, certify that copies of documents are a true and accurate copy of the original, can issue summonses and police search warrants. A JP is one of the short list of categories of people who can witness a bride and groom's signatures on the Notice of Intended Marriage, the document which, in Australia, a couple is required to lodge with their marriage celebrant (wedding officiant) or clergy person a minimum of a clear month before the wedding can take place. This document serves the same purpose as the marriage license required in many other countries.

All marriage celebrants and clergy authorised to perform marriages (not all clergy are licensed to perform marriages) can also witness your signatures on the Notice. Generally speaking an Australian JP will be asked to witness the signatures where the couple is making arrangements for a destination wedding at a distance and it is therefore not possible or convenient to meet with their chosen celebrant for this purpose.

What a JP can't do, is perform the actual marriage ceremony.

There are a number of reasons for this.

History and tradition - marriage ceremonies historically have been performed only be people authorised under the Marriage Act, including clergy, marriage officers attached to each Registry of Births Deaths and Marriages, and, since 1973, Civil Marriage Celebrants appointed by the Australian Attorney General

In Australia marriage falls under the jurisdiction of the Commonwealth because the Marriage Act is a Federal Act. Justices of the Peace, however, are appointed by each State.

Your civil marriage celebrant can witness statutory declarations relating to your marriage, and, indeed is required to witness the Declarations required to be made on the back of the official marriage certificate in which you declare that you are free to marry.

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Top 5 Bridal Jewelry Must-Haves

2009-10-20T14:40:00.003-04:00

Brides are too busy preparing for their wedding. Their focus is primarily on the printing of the invitation cards, listing of the entourage, finding of the respective locations for the wedding ceremony and reception, fitting of the bridal gown, hiring of a catering service, and others. They list down things from their wedding calendar; tasks that should be accomplished month-by-month. But, there is one thing that is missing on the to-do list: the choosing and buying of bridal jewelry.

Jewelry plays a key role in making the bride look elegant and attractive. It should not be missed by the bride. These pieces of shiny items even add glamour to the wedding. This is the reason every bride would wish to wear the best pieces of jewelry during her wedding. Speaking of wearing the best, what kind of jewelry should a bride have for this special occasion? Check this list of top five bridal jewelry must-haves:

Necklace

In choosing a necklace, consider the style of the gown. More often than not, the gown style, particularly the neckline, dictates the need for this piece of jewelry. However, necklace makes up the top five bridal jewelry must-haves because most of the bridal gowns are off shoulder, which requires necklace (or else, the neck of the bride will look bare). Moreover, the length should also match the neckline of the gown. Be careful about this.

Earrings

Keep the earrings simple if the gown is already grand in itself. What is important is to make the shape of the earrings complement the face of the bride. A button earring matches a round face, while dangle earring broadens a thin face and a squared earring fits a long face. If the bride will not wear necklace anymore because of the style of her gown, it is best to wear bigger earrings.

Tiara

Tiara makes a bride feel and look like a princess. Becoming a princess is a childhood dream of every girl; thus, it is not surprising that the bride wishes to become a princess in her last day of singlehood.

Bracelet

Bracelet enhances the gown of the bride, as well as her well-manicured hand. It also complements the other jewelries.

Ring

The ring should be included, though it is worn by the bride after the exchanging of vows. In fact, it is the required piece among the set of jewelry. It symbolizes love, oneness, and a happy journey of the groom and the bride toward building their family.

It does not matter if the bride is having gold, sterling silver, diamond, pearl or Swarovski for a wedding jewelry. What is important is that she is showing elegance and beauty, which should be the case because it is her day, anyway. Also, it is not necessary if the jewelry is real or fancy, or if it is cheap or expensive. What matters is it brings a lovely look to the bride. Who has seen bride jewelry-less? No one has because it is a must-have.

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Wedding Favors that Complement Your Wine Theme Wedding

2009-10-19T06:16:00.015-04:00

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There are all sorts of wedding favors that complement your wine theme wedding. Planning your event can be a very time consuming task. It can also become overwhelming, but it doesn't have to be. If you're planning a wine theme wedding, you can find just about any kind of favor that you want for your event, no matter how big or small. Wine theme wedding favors are plentiful, and as varied as the people who are looking for them. Since wine is a popular theme for weddings, finding the keepsakes you need isn't a complicated part of the planning process, which will give you one less thing to worry about.

You can find all different styles and designs of gifts that complement your wine theme event. Barware sets, bottle openers, bottle stoppers, and wine glasses are just a few of the most popular items that are out there. You can purchase as few or as many of the keepsakes that you need, and you can customize most of them with your event date, or even the names of your guests. Butterflies, seashells, numbers, and hearts are just a few of the options that you'll have for bottle openers and stoppers, but there are plenty more to choose from.

It doesn't matter if you are working with a budget or not, because the items that you will find are generally priced well so that you can afford to pamper your guests and show your appreciation for them. Also, whether you need 20 favors or 200, you can purchase as many as you need. For large weddings, you'll be pleased to know that the more you buy the more money you'll save. Gifts that complement your wine theme wedding don't have to be expensive in order to impress your guests.

When planning your event, you don't want little things like wedding favors to become a big issue. That's why it's important that you get the keepsakes you need and want at a cost you can afford. The quality of the gifts is important, also, so you want to be sure to buy from a reputable company. They are usually a secondary concern compared to other aspects of planning a wedding, but sometimes it's the small things that make the biggest difference.

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How to Find Great Deals on Platinum Engagement Rings

2009-10-16T10:58:00.001-04:00

Platinum engagement rings look gorgeous on anyone's hand and those who are about to propose know this fact. That is why shopping for a platinum style engagement ring is on the mind of many men who are searching for that one perfect ring for their future fiancé to wear on her hand. With that said, many individuals these days are on a tight budget and spending a great deal of money on an engagement ring may not be possible for most. Therefore, searching for a great deal is an ideal notion and one which appeals to many men. The following will provide some details on how to find great deals on an engagement ring comprised of platinum.

When searching for platinum engagement rings, the first place to look so that you may find a great deal on this item is at your local jewelry store. Shop the sales counter at the store and also ask the jewelry store sales associate which platinum rings are on sale and how you can get the best deal on a ring of this type. See if there are any financing opportunities if you were planning to put the item on a store credit card such as no interest for a certain period of time or a certain amount of money off of the price of the purchase. However, if you were not planning to open up a new credit card with the company and had other means of paying for the ring then perhaps credit card incentives of this type would not be worthwhile.

You can also ask the jewelry store which you are shopping at, whether it is a large retail store or a small jewelry boutique, what types of sales they are offering at the moment. Since platinum rings, especially those with diamonds in them, can be pricey, shopping for a ring which is on sale at the moment is a worthwhile venture. If you are going to propose around the time of a certain holiday you may be able to find great holiday sales going on which will get you exactly what you want in a platinum ring and be affordable all at the same time.

Those who like to shop for items and gifts online may find that purchasing a diamond engagement ring made of platinum over the World Wide Web is a good choice. Not only does this way of shopping provide convenience to the man who is going to propose but it can also yield great deals as well. Many online retailers stock these and with a little bit of searching around on the Internet you are sure to find some favorable price tags attached to the rings.

So when you are ready to make a marriage proposal you should have no problem obtain this type of ring for a good price. Platinum engagement rings are sure to put a smile on the face of all the women who receive such a beautiful piece of jewelry.

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Funny Love Poems

2009-10-14T06:48:00.016-04:00

When most people think of love poems, they think of serious and soulful expressions of passion. Long sonnets by Shakespeare or romantic poems by Browning and Lord Byron are the norm for love poetry. However, funny love poems can be good for a laugh. They may not be romantic, but they do give your friends something to enjoy.

Some of the best funny love poems are limericks. Limericks started in Ireland and follow a standard form of five lines and a rhyme scheme of aabba. Here are a few limericks written by anonymous authors:

There once was an old man of Lyme
Who married three wives at a time
When asked "Why a third?"
He replied, "One's absurd!
And bigamy, Sir, is a crime."

There was a young fellow named Hammer
Whose had an unfortunate stammer
"The b-bane of my life"
Said he, "Is m-m-my wife
D-d-d-d-d-d-damn ‘er!"

She made friends with a young undertaker;
Her last boyfriend had forsaken her.
But she started to curse
When he turned up in a hearse.
She said next time I'll date a baker!

There was a young lady named Constance,
From boys she wouldn't stand any nonsense.
If her partners grew deft
She would lead with her left;
The results would not weigh on her conscience.

My sweetheart and I are just wed.
Already I wish I were dead.
Two weeks she's been spending.
It was time never ending.
We are thousands of pounds in the red!

Limericks are fairly easy to write if you can rhyme well, so you might try writing a limerick yourself that includes the name of your friend or loved one. This is a good way to make a funny love poem that is personalized.

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Wedding Hairstyles ~ One of your Major Wedding Decisions

2009-10-09T08:12:00.028-04:00

Your wedding date is coming soon and you are facing the predicament of sorting through a lot of various wedding hairstyles to come across the proper one for you. You will be weighed down with all the creations you will find, and you'll also have to make your mind up whether you would like to have your hair down or up.

Your wedding is an momentous day in your life. A day that you wish to appear your absolute best. There are a lot of considerations when you are searching for wedding hairstyles. Do you want it to remark favorably on your eyes, your dress and your face? Would it turn out to be uncomfortable through the course of the day? Maybe you wish to appear completely different?

These days hairstylists are able to produce the impossible. They're capable designing a large selection of wedding hairstyles and ideas. Using color, extensions, and accessories you truly can be altered.

Even though you might desire to be striking and appear completely unique on your wedding day, it's smart to keep in mind that you are in any case, you. Fairly often brides choose wedding hairstyles that are completely dissimilar to how they would usually wear their hair. When they look back at their wedding album, they have disappointedly thought "that doesn't look like me."

While examining wedding hairstyles, attempt to imagine the day itself. If the occasion is to be held outside, it would be smart to consider wedding hairstyles which entail your hair being upswept. Consequently, if it's windy, or it rains, your hair won't be whipped about and appear unsightly in your wedding photos.

The majority of hairdressers should suggest to you a test in which you may test a diversity of various hairstyles prior to the big day. They can furthermore present you some type of conversation to counsel you of what wedding hairstyles will be appropriate for you. It's usually a useful idea to bring a picture of your wedding dress to any tests you may do. Bring in any accessories such as tiaras, veils, and hairpieces so that the hairdresser may produce a style for you and integrate these trimmings.

Make inquiries for references when searching for an appropriate hairdresser for your special day. Even better, use somebody you've used previously and can be honest and open with. Don't ever accept something that you're not 100% certain about and be sure to ask if there are any price cuts if the mother of the bride and bridesmaids get their hair done at the same time.

While selecting wedding hairstyles, never assume that a particular style won't suit you. The majority of wedding hairstyles will appear completely different on you compared to a magazine photo, so therefore always try out different hairstyles 'til you hit upon the correct one!

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Bridal Jewelry ~ Fulfilling your Wedding Tradition

2009-09-30T18:43:00.027-04:00

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'Something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue.' This is a saying that many brides take to heart when considering their wedding trousseau. From wedding gowns, accessories and motifs, brides from all walks of life throughout the years have tried their best to stick to this formula. It's interesting to note that bridal jewelry can follow this adage, too.

'Something old' could most often be a piece of Bridal Jewelry that is a family heirloom. Sometimes the groom would give to his bride a ring or another piece of jewelry that had once been owned by his mother, grandmother, or past brides in his family. Maybe the bride would wear her own mother's antique jewelry or some other gem that has been handed down to brides in the family from generation to generation. One thing is certain, wearing such bridal jewelry would reinforce a sense of family, tradition and continuity in a wedding ceremony.

'Something new' hardly needs any explanation. Thousands upon thousands of bridal jewelry stores, both the Internet e-commerce sites and bricks-and-mortar stores, offer a dazzling array of accessories to make the bride shine on her wedding day. The would-be bride can choose from among various jewelry pieces one or several items that she would wear at the ceremony and which she could treasure and keep as a memento of that most special day.

At first thought, 'something borrowed' doesn't seem applicable to bridal jewelry. After all, a bride would most probably want to wear her own jewels and not have to borrow and then return them. But for women who want to add to the accessories that they will be wearing on their wedding day without having to spend thousands of dollars more to buy new ones, renting jewelry offers a practical solution. Many establishments rent out antique or estate bridal jewelry, including necklaces, bracelets, and earrings, and only the rental fee plus a refundable deposit need to be paid.

Finally, for that 'something blue' in a bridal jewelry ensemble, there are several gemstones that fit the bill. Depending on the shade of blue that she wants, a bride can opt for a necklace, bracelet, or earrings that are accented with sapphires, aquamarines or blue pearls. Hair ornaments or tiaras with other blue-tinted stones such as agate and topaz are also beautiful accessories for the bride.

The bride is the belle of the ball on her wedding day and it is important for her to look her best on that special occasion. Bridal jewelry, chosen tastefully and worn properly, will complement her wedding dress and make her look as radiant and as beautiful as any bride should be.

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5 Ways to Find Cheap Wedding Gowns that Look Anything But

2009-09-28T12:02:00.037-04:00

By Cori Russell

Your wedding gown is arguably the most important garment purchase in your lifetime. No other dress comes with more anticipation – and will be more photographed - than this one. But that doesn´t mean you have to spend like royalty to look like a princess on your wedding day. With these smart strategies, you can still walk down the aisle feeling like a million bucks (without having to spend just that).

Something Borrowed
Today, anything retro screams chic. So consider donning your mother´s wedding gown. You´ll not only honor a family legacy, you´ll save a pretty penny too. With vintage lace overlays and crystal embellishments making a comeback, you won´t have to worry about looking dated. With a few simple (and inexpensive) alterations, you can make it your own.

Avoid Added Adornments
Beading, pleating, stitching, embroidering…all of these trimmings add up and are going to cost you extra. Consider a dress that is simply embellished, yet still elegant.

Shop Savvy
Be on the lookout for sample sales, trunk shows, and outlet bargains. Bridal shops are trying to rid their racks of the previous season´s styles to make room for new ones in the late-summer/winter months. Get ready to brave the crowds for super savings.

Don't Name Drop
Sure, designer duds are nice – but if you´re on a budget – you may want to skip the sought-after label. The good news is that you won´t have to sacrifice on style. If you find a look you like from a high-end dress designer, you can almost always find something similar by another name in your price range.

Be Honest
Just because your wedding dress budget doesn´t match your elaborate vision doesn´t mean you have to sacrifice the look you want. Approach this shopping decision with an open mind. When stepping into a bridal boutique, tell them exactly what you can realistically spend, and let them take care of the rest. They are the experts, and you might be surprised to see what they can come up with—the perfect wedding gown exists at every price point.

Think Outside Traditional Tulle and Lace
There´s no written rule that says your wedding day attire has to be an official bridal gown. The look you are going for is often available through another avenue. For instance, many bridesmaids´ dresses come in white or ivory, offering a less expensive, less fussy alternative to the traditional wedding dress.

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Maid to Perfection ~ Favorite Tips for Managing Your Beautifully Bewitching Bridesmaids

2009-09-24T18:37:00.026-04:00

By Terrie Needham

As a highly evolved, yet completely realistic, woman, I'll be the first to admit that when you place 10 females in a room, you'll wind up with 25 different opinions.

That's the dilemma each of us faces when we plan our weddings. As we peruse bridesmaids' gowns, jewelry and accessories, each 'maid will not be shy about sharing her own favorite colors, personal preferences and style agenda. In addition to a wedding gown, you may want to invest in a striped referee's shirt! After all, you're the umpire-but how can you stay in charge, while also keeping the peace as you prep for the most important day of your life?

Here are some of my favorite tips for managing your beautifully bewitching bridesmaids.

Don't Worry, Be Happy
Bridesmaids will often complain that they're spending a lot of money to be in your wedding party, so they believe they're entitled to a say in all fashion decisions. Your best bet? Listen politely and respectfully. Thank them for their input. Tell them you'll be taking everyone's suggestions into consideration-and then seize the reins.

Remember: Each pretty 'maid in the row agreed to be in your wedding. If you do your job with finesse and provide sufficient compliments, they'll be delighted to wear what you've picked out. This includes dresses, jewelry and accessories.

Some brides provide jewelry sets as a gift to their 'maids during their bachelorette bash or bridal shower. This is a great way to thank your bridesmaids for participating in your wedding, as well as to exercise control over what they'll wear-especially if you want each girl to have that "Supremes" look: same theme, slightly different jewelry. You can choose the same lustrous pearls or dazzling cubic zirconia. Slight variations in style are fine, as long as the look is relatively consistent.

Be sure to verify who has pierced ears. You'll need to purchase pierced earrings for the majority, but clip earrings are required for the few 'maids with virgin earlobes.

Practice Good Coordination
Be sure to match bridesmaids' accessories to the color of their gowns. Whether you're thinking a necklace or a choker, there are several dozen pearl and cubic zirconia shades available. Regardless of dress color, you're sure to find a complementary hue.

Also pay close attention to gown details. If bridesmaids' dresses are adorned with crystals, beading or pearls, you'll need to select jewelry with similar accents. Don't mix and match like a wild woman! Keep it simple and elegant.

If you've asked your 'maids to wear similar hairstyles, make sure earrings complement their 'dos. Updos like topknots, chignons and French twists call for drop earrings to accentuate facial features and add just the right amount of sparkle. If hair will be worn curled and loose, chandelier earrings fit the bill. For 'maids with short hair, all is not lost: Pixie cuts and short bobs are best accentuated with studs and button earrings. You can still achieve a consistent look by asking everyone-regardless of hair length, texture or style-to wear the same type of jewels, be it pearls or cubic zirconia.

To avoid bloodshed, never ask a bridesmaid to color or chop inches off her hair. That's an extreme makeover, so don't go crazy with Bridezilla power!

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12 Elegant Bridal Hairstyles for Your Weddings

2009-09-22T11:49:00.003-04:00

Dallas is known for its class, affluence, and style around the world. Many brides living in Texas decide to get married in Dallas proper for its reception facilities such as the Dallas Museum of Art, The Nasher, Merchanson, and other large and elegant buildings with the ability to host 100s of people.

Just like for all brides, when the big day is approaching, of course there is so much to remember and so much to do to prepare for it-to make sure your wedding day is as perfect as possible. Since all eyes will be on you as the bride, it is only natural to be stressed out over your gown, your makeup, jewelry, and your hair. It will all come together with time and planning, so try to relax. That said, let's take a look at some of the more elegant bridal hairstyles popular in Dallas you can choose from to help you complete the perfect look and shine on your wedding day as the beautiful bride you were meant to be. Whether you have short or long hair, there are a variety of options you can use for bridal hairstyles for your wedding in Dallas.

1. Upsweep: One of the most common ways to style your wedding hair is to choose an upsweep of hair. While this particular hairstyle can refer to a variety of different styles, for our purposes, it is the simple upsweeping of hair at the base of the neck. This is a very elegant style in its simplicity and grace, and can be accented with either delicate or demonstrative hair combs. Moreover, it can be as loose or tight as you prefer.

2. Down: Though often overlooked as a style, wearing your short to long hair down can prove quite elegant, despite the informality usually attached to it. There are a variety of things a woman can do with her hair if left down-curled, waved, or left straight. Whichever you choose, make sure your hair is well groomed so that the beauty of your hair can be accentuated while down.

3. Half up: Half up is another popular choice for brides to be, as it shows off the face, while leaving some hair down for femininity. Your hair can be swept from both sides evenly and secured with a barrette or other decorative bauble, or affixed on the side of your head. In either event, it is a beautiful way to combine two different hairstyles in one delicate wedding hairstyle..

4. Braided: Whether you choose one simple braid, a French braid, or still smaller braids entwined in your hair-all of them are elegant choices for a wedding day hairstyle.

5. Bun: Though seemingly simple, a bun at the nape of your neck or back of your head can add a beautiful and sophisticated elegance to any type of gown and jewelry you choose, and makes for an easy to maintain wedding hairstyle.

6. French Twist: A fresh twist is a bit dressier than a bun and less simple, but still demonstrates a simple classic hairstyle for any wedding day.

7. Curled: Perhaps you would like to add curls to your hair or define the ones you already have. Whichever you choose, soft wavy curls can add a romantic look to any wedding gown and bride.

8. Straight: If you are looking for a sleeker look-and you have curly hair, you should try the sophisticated elegance of straightening your hair.

9. Ringlets: A very popular choice for many brides-whether they opt to wear their hair up or down, if they have short or long hair is to have ringlets put in. As long as the ringlets are soft and not tight, the look is very romantic and old fashioned.

10. Beading: Once you have decided upon the style for your wedding day hair, you may want to consider beading to intersperse and accent it.

11. Ribbons/headbands: Another option for both formal and more informal looks are weaving and tying ribbons and headbands into your hair for a subtle accent.

12. Flowers: Many brides choose to accent their upsweeps and half up hairstyles with both real and faux flowers. The flowers add a romantic and earthy accent to any wedding gown, and are suited best to outdoor weddings that are less formal.

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The Way to Lose Weight Fast

2009-09-17T08:56:00.017-04:00

Most of the people around the globe want to lose weight fast. The main reason behind it is their obese bodies. They are the ones who are overweight and now realize that their normal lifestyle has been hampered due to overweight. They begin to avoid social situations and they find it difficult to buy clothes because they have to struggle to get the right size of clothing that fits their body. This is their plight. In such a situation they try all types of ways to lose weight fast. There are various methods and techniques to lose weight fast. But the easiest and the powerful technique to lose weight fast are through hypnosis. Self hypnosis tends to interact with the subconscious or unconscious mind. Thus, it basically conditions the mind to alter wrong food pattern habits or wrong attitude towards a certain opinion in life that leads to obesity.

Hypnosis has also helped to reduce and even eliminate free radicals that can cause premature aging of tissue and individual cells. It also helps by decreasing average heart rate and aiming at healthier levels of blood pressure. Hypnosis has also assisted in improving the memory and increasing the ability of self-actualizing. One can get a higher feel of mental rejuvenation and vitality. All this helps in eliminating stress and thus you begin to lose weight fast. A lot of people fall into the category of “obese” or “overweight”. It is mainly due to wrong food habits. Our eating habits should be checked. People try every reasonable approach in order to lose weight fast. They even go to the extent of using potentially harmful weight loss drugs. However, the most simple and safe method to lose weight fast is through hypnosis.

Hypnosis can act as a powerful tool to lose weight fast. Through hypnosis, the patient’s desire to lose weight is reinforced. Thus he actively suppresses appetite and thereby remains a healthy person by eating rightly. At times negative associations are given to dangerous fattening foods. So that the patient will no more feel tempted to eat fattening foods. Our eating habits have been formed by our traditional ways of society. The moment we want to celebrate a happy occasion in our life, we lavishly start eating. This is how we gain weight and then run for ways to lose weight fast.

We can lose weight fast once we know how to tackle our subconscious mind. This is done through hypnosis. Whether we are on a regular diet or exercising and eating regularly we must focus on our mind in order to lose weight. Hypnosis uses the untapped power of our subconscious mind to guide us to the life we dream of. Hypnosis can speak directly to the subconscious and re-construct our state of mind. For example, your mind can be programmed to reinforce the desire to lose weight and remain healthy by eating food in the right manner.

You can lose weight fast through hypnosis and there are no side effects attached to this technique. Irrespective of your background, hypnosis will work for you. In order to lose weight on a permanent basis, you need to change your entire lifestyle rather than depending on certain diet programs that are difficult to maintain. Thus, according to my opinion, the best way to lose weight fast is through hypnosis.

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Wedding Invitation Lingo

2009-09-15T17:34:00.013-04:00

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The style of your wedding determines the type of invitation you choose. For a formal wedding the invitation is usually on white paper with black printing. For less informal weddings, you can have it any way you wish ~ pastel paper to beads to lace matching the bride's gown. It's your choice!!

The following is a short list of lingo for printing invitations.

Blind Embossing: Blind embossing is a printing method where an image is pressed into paper resulting in a raised design.

Bright White: This shade is the ultimate in white, very crisp, pure and bright!

Deckle Edge: An uneven, feathery edge on a piece of paper is called a deckle edge. This edge is most commonly found on parchment invitations;

Die-Cutting: The process of using sharp metal rules to cut shapes and designs into paper. Die-cutting includes cutout shapes and sculpted edges.

Embossing: is a type of printing which uses ink or foil on the raised area to add drama and dimension.

Foil Stamping: is achieved when colored foil is hot-stamped onto paper such as napkins.

French-Fold: A sheet of paper folded twice to create a four-paneled invitation .

Liners: This term refers to the decorative paper used to line the inside of an inner envelope or a single envelope.

Panel: A panel is the center section of your invitation .

Parchment: Translucent paper made to look like original parchment.

Pearlize: A process that applies a luminous pearl-like finish to part of an invitation.

Short-Fold: A short-fold is created when a sheet of paper is folded once, not exactly in half, forming an invitation with a short front panel and longer back panel.

Tri-Fold: A tri-fold is created when a sheet of paper is folded twice to form a three-paneled invitation.

Vellum: Vellum is a paper with a rich, smooth finish paper.

White: This shade is a soft white, like wedding gowns. It is a delicate hue.

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Wedding on a Budget ~ 12 Months Before Your Wedding Day

2009-09-14T15:02:00.004-04:00

By: Alicia McWilliams

When planning a wedding on a budget you have to lower your requirements just a bit. For example, you can't try to have to filet mignon if you are throwing the wedding on a fish stick budget. I have broken down the various aspects of the wedding planning to the last details so that you will get a better idea of what I mean.

Ideally, you would want to have at least a year to plan the wedding, but that is not always possible or desired. For the purposes of this guide, I have set up a 12 month wedding timeline that will certainly make it a little bit easier to host your wedding.

12 months before your Wedding day- Announce the engagement
- Set your wedding date
- Create a budget
- Hire a Wedding Coordinator (optional)
- Create your guest list
- Start brainstorming ideas and themes
- Reserve your Ceremony spot
- Book an Officiate
- Make reservations for your Reception area
- Book a Photographer and Videographer
- Book Caterer, Florist and Music (Band, DJ, etc.)
- Look for a Wedding gown and Tux, allowing time for alterations and fittings
- Register for gifts
- Select and call the bridesmaids and groomsmen.
- Agree on a date to order bridesmaids' dresses and groomsmen's tuxes
- Choose a destination for your Honeymoon
- Apply for passports, if required

6 months before your Wedding day
- Finalize your guest list
- Decide on the timeline and details of Ceremony and Reception
- Order/make invitations, and thank you notes
- Make airline and hotel reservations for the Honeymoon
- Choose a caterer, a florist and place an order for the wedding cake.
- Book Transportation (Limo, Antique Car, Etc.) for wedding day
- Shop for any Party rentals

3-4 months before your Wedding day
- Mail out/hand deliver invitations
- Confirm wedding details and contracts with all wedding vendors
- Choose gifts for your attendants
- Set a date and time for the rehearsal dinner
- Help make travel arrangements for any out-of-town guests
- Make final alterations and fittings for the Wedding Gown and Tux

1 month before your Wedding day- Apply for the marriage license
- Buy your wedding bands
- Finalize music list and no-play list with band or DJ
- Attend showers
- Make insurance arrangements

1-2 weeks before your Wedding day
- Schedule the rehearsal a day or two before your wedding day
- Make an appointment with a Beauty Salon for day of wedding
- Send a wedding announcement to the local newspapers (optional)
- Make necessary arrangements for name & address change, if any.
- Discuss final details with the reception Site and the Caterer
- Pack for honeymoon
- Write out all checks needed for wedding day
- Send reminders to the rehearsal dinner attendees about the location & time
- Discuss final details of the ceremony and reception with family and bridal party
- Wedding day or day before
- Visit your Beauty Salon for manicure and pedicure
- Host the rehearsal and dinner.
- Make sure the ushers have the final guest list

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Beach Wedding Guide Tips

2009-09-08T07:16:00.027-04:00

Beach Wedding Guide Tips

by Dushan Vaithilingam

The Beach Wedding Guide can help your day go smooth. Beach weddings have become very popular in recent years and one of the most romantic ways to exchange your wedding vows. But just like a traditional church wedding, your beach wedding takes some planning, too.

First, you need to decide on a location. If you’re staying local, you will want to check on fees and/or guidelines for having a wedding ceremony.

Next, you want to check with the providers in your area, i.e., photographer, caterer, DJ, rental companies for chairs, tents, etc. It’s important to make sure that the photographer you choose won’t mind spending the day at the beach or that the caterer has no problems bringing the food to the beach. Your minister or person performing the ceremony will also have to be chosen. Depending on the location, clergy sometimes have restrictions on distance, or they may charge extra to perform a ceremony on the beach.

Now, let’s take a look at your guest list. Will your beach wedding be accessible to all of your family and friends? Will everyone be able to reach the destination, will anyone need special accommodations, and will they be comfortable?

What about your dress? When planning a beach wedding, you may not want to wear a long white gown with an expansive train unless you plan to change immediately after the ceremony. Think about it. You’re going to be out in the hot sun all day, so you may want to choose light material or even perhaps something a little less formal. Think about your bridesmaids and the groom’s attire as well.

Now, the next thing you need to do is pray for wonderful weather on your special day and have a back up plan in case the odds are not in your favor.

ASHLEE HINT ~ Never plan your wedding on a travel day, unless you are arriving by cruise ship!! You want to feel exuberant, not tired!!

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Country Wedding Theme - 3 Fun Ideas For Your Wedding

2009-09-07T15:17:00.012-04:00

Choosing a country wedding theme for your big day can be a lot of fun. If you are a country girl at heart, you will enjoy researching and planning your big day.

There are many great options for this type of wedding. From your dress to your flowers to your wedding cake, you can turn your wedding day into a fun country event.

Choosing a location is an important first step along with choosing the season that you are getting married. Getting married in the spring or summer allows you to take advantage of great flower choices, and fall also has a lot to offer.

Below are three ideas for a country wedding theme.

Country Western Theme

A western theme wedding starts with what you wear. You can wear a western wedding gown, complete with lace and cowboy boots, and your fiance and groomsmen can wear cowboy hats along with their boots.

For your centerpieces, consider unique western containers for your flowers, and try to think of other western-themed items that can be used as decorations.

Of course the entertainment you choose will be important. A good country western band can make your reception one to remember, and there are many DJs that specialize in this type of wedding.

Garden Theme

A garden theme wedding allows you to be a little creative with your planning. Have your ceremony in a garden surrounded by beautiful flowers or under a floral wedding arch.

Depending on the season of your wedding, you should have many nice options for flowers. Use flowers in all aspects of your decorations including your cake and guest tables.

For wedding favors, give your guests small potted plants or flowers. Another option is to send them home with cookies shaped like flowers.

Sunflower Theme

Narrowing your theme down to one flower is another nice option. Sunflowers make the perfect fall wedding theme, and they definitely fit in with any type of country wedding theme.

The rich colors of fall foliage create the perfect backdrop for a sunflower wedding, but a summer wedding is also an option. Work with a good florist to find out when sunflowers are easiest to get in your area.

Sunflowers can be used in your wedding invitation design as well as your centerpieces and other places where a little color is needed. Find wedding jewelry and accessories decorated with sunflowers to finish off your wedding day attire.

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Add Texture to your Wedding Flowers with Dried Natural Elements

2009-09-02T11:14:00.006-04:00

Everlastings - Natural Displays With Dried Flowers: Over 140 Gorgeous Step- By- Step Projects

When you are designing your wedding flowers, the first thing that probably comes to mind is fresh blossoms. It is true that fresh colors are wonderful, but they are not the only thing that can be used to create interesting and beautiful centerpieces and bridal bouquets. A fantastic way to add texture and visual interest to your wedding flowers is to incorporate dried natural elements.

There is an abundance of different dried elements that can be worked into wedding arrangements. Any florist will certainly be able to access a wide variety of dried seed pods, vines, branches, and more, but will the bride who wants to make her own centerpieces and bouquets. These items are widely available at craft stores and on the internet, along with the instructional materials to show you exactly how to work with them. This is great, because it can allow you to design floral arrangements for your wedding that are one-of-a-kind pieces, whether you work with a professional or make them yourself.

Many of the dried natural elements are found in soft shades of brown, wheat, and pale green, but not all. Even if you are not interested in a rustic color palette, you can still create wonderful displays using dried materials. One of the prettiest things to try is large bundles of dried lavender. It carries a lovely relaxing aroma, and has such a chic French country style. Large bunches of lavender can be arranged in tall blue and white porcelain vases to accent entry areas and the gift table for an elegant wedding. If your style is more relaxed, simple galvanized pails can be used to hold the aromatic dried flowers. This would be a nice detail to line the aisle for an outdoor wedding in the country.

More and more brides are finding the appeal of wedding details which have been handmade, whether it is their gown and jewelry, the invitations, or their bouquets. And yet, it can be intimidating to think about making your own wedding bouquets, so many brides who attempt it will end up creating very basic arrangements. However, dried natural elements are so easy to use that almost any bride can learn to incorporate them into her bouquet. For autumn, you could make a wonderful bouquet using mums in shades of russet and orange, combined with dried preserved mini-sunflowers and stalks of natural wheat. So simple, yet so pretty and autumnal.

Dried natural elements can be wonderful accents for an outdoor wedding. Not only can they go into centerpieces, but they can be strung in trees, on barn rafters, and formed into sweet wreaths. A simple wreath made of dried grapevine would be a nice welcoming touch at the ceremony of a bride wearing a linen dress and unique handmade wedding jewelry. Or create your own arbor using grapevine and bark covered wire. Add in some fat garden roses or wildflowers for the perfect background in which to exchange your wedding vows.

There are also dramatic dried lotus pods, pine cones, dried rose petals, and all sorts of other natural elements just waiting to be included in your wedding. These interesting dried pieces give your wedding centerpieces and bouquets a wonderful natural earthy quality with fantastic visual appeal.

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