Read here as grandmothers dole out marriage advice that comes from decades of experience… Your happy marriage will be unique but there’s no harm in embarking on your marital journey fortified with wisdom from women who’ve married, raised kids, reconnected in empty nests, and are still going strong! “A healthy marriage takes a lot of … Read more
After months of planning, your wedding will flash by in hours, which is why photos are the best way to remember everything about your big day. But what moments will you most want to look back on? Don’t Forget to Capture the Emotion Weddings are gorgeous events and it’s very easy to get caught up … Read more
A step-by-step guide for the other important lady of the day. The mother of the bride traditionally plays a big role in the wedding, especially if she’s hosting. Guests will come to you before, during, and after the “I dos” for information and help. Consider yourself a manager with a slew of responsibilities, including those … Read more
You’ve put a lot of time and effort into planning a wedding day that friends and family will enjoy: You have flip flops for all the dancing ladies, you’re serving a diverse menu to appeal to many different tastes. So you’d be shocked if guests complained about any part of your day, right? To be on the … Read more
You finally got the wedding invitations addressed, stuffed, and mailed. Now you can relax. Oh wait, your childhood friend who you haven’t seen since middle-school graduation asked someone for your phone number and texted you, wondering why she hasn’t received her invite yet. Um, because we’re so distant you didn’t even have my phone number? You also hear the … Read more
You said “yes!”—and now it’s time to Instagram a ring selfie to let all of your friends know you’re officially engaged, right? Not so fast! Before you start spreading the news over social media or freaking out over wedding-planning checklists, here’s what you need to do first. CELEBRATE! Before you tell your family and friends, … Read more
No one wants to change the date of a joyful event, especially your wedding. But in these unprecedented times, your considerate notification will mean the world to your loved ones. Couples tend to worry as their special day approaches. Is it going to rain? Will the cake show up on time? But this season’s betrothed … Read more
In an effort to curb the spread of COVID-19, a novel coronavirus that’s currently impacting countries across the globe, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recently made a sweeping recommendation to cancel any events with 50 or more people for the next eight weeks. “Examples of large events and mass gatherings include conferences, festivals, parades, concerts, sporting … Read more
Most weddings feature vows, toasts, a cake, and flowers, but long after the wedding is over, it’s the clever, personal details that your guests actually remember. One way to make your wedding stand out from the rest is to add a unique touch to your dinner table. Be it through unexpected centerpieces, detailed menus, or … Read more
