It is truly what matters – the big picture. Try not to “sweat the small stuff”. In the end, you will be married to the love of your life. The cake, the colors, the flowers….all of that really doesn’t matter (don’t hate me! lol). Here is a little story that proves my point. Tom moved […]
I LOVE unplanned shopping trips like this – in the kind of store you fancy, not knowing exactly what you will find. Although it is a furniture store, there was plenty of decor to go with everything. Well, that decor used may just be PERFECT for your event – at a bargain price.Â
I think they are ridiculous. As a member of many different wedding related Facebook groups, I see multiple posts a day “Need help with my hashtag…”. It’s gets so crazy that a lot of groups only allow hashtag posts on certain days…”Hashtag Wednesdays” (which is so futile since the “rules” are not likely to be
A daily Dunkin Donuts trip for a year or a wedding disc jockey? What would you choose? Here is the quickest way to find out where your money goes and how you can save. Not without a long story…. A few years ago my husband and I were preparing to get pre-approved for a home
Centerpieces are a big deal. Or maybe not, to you. They are to me. I think that they set the ambiance of the wedding reception.  My favorite, because they are not as expensive as fresh flowers, are candles. Not only are they my favorite, cost wise, but candles add simple elegance. When you think of
You’re engaged!!! Congrats! The newly engaged time is so fun….the announcement to all your loved ones, choosing/asking your wedding party, showing off your gorgeous ring, etc. After the surreal time passes, the overwhelming future sets in. You have a big task ahead of you: to plan your dream day. If you’re like me, your mind
Make sure to take a few minutes with your husband and take in the moment. You have been planning this wedding for what seemed like eternity and now you are married to the love of your life….and the last 24 hours have felt like 5 minutes. Seriously, Breath. You did it. Hold each other and
Future Brides: for the love of god, please make sure you and everyone else has a comfortable chair at the reception. The ceremony chairs can be fancy or basic whether they are metal, plastic, wooden benches, log stumps, or whatever. Guest will be in the ceremony chairs for typically a half hour. Heck, I can
I want a retreat to celebrate life – solo trek to do some soul-searching and reflection. I had a bad fall almost two years ago that caused a lot of damage to my foot. I have not been able to walk normal since then. I’m hoping that this last surgery is my final step to
A refreshing and nice treat to add to your reception cocktail hour is beautifully displayed fresh fruit bar. Guests can get a glass of champagne from the bar then walk a few feet to an array of fresh blueberries, strawberries, grapes, cranberries, pineapple, etc. to drop into their glass. Also available on the display are