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
A little bit of investigating can help make a confusing process, less so. Asking the right questions when scouting venues can help in the decision making. Here are some points to consider, based on experienced wedding planners and recently married couples:What are the duties of your wedding venue coordinator? Not everyone can afford to hire … Read more
We recently read an article about a city in New York state that has found an unconventional way of inspiring residents to pay their back taxes: Personal Notes Handwritten y City Officials. We are not kidding. Do you believe it?!?! The idea apparently stemmed from an experiment on late-tax payments, where the city of Syracuse … Read more
“Did you write your thank notes?” is a Southerner’s good morning. It’s like a mantra, ingrained in many a child’s psyche, from a very early age. Now, I say it to myself. Instead of OM, one wakes up and thinks: Did you write your thank you notes? If the answer is no, the writing of … Read more