Sorry for the lack of post lately but I just back from visiting my parents out of state.  I hope everyone had a great Christmas and New Year party with their friends and family.  However, I will try my best to keep everyone up to date and with more topic on wedding category.  I know everyone is anticipate for what I will post today so here is it!

Today topic is the wedding ceremony tip!

When two people get married whether in a civil ceremony or religious one, it is called a wedding; these days it is no longer required for the partners to be of the opposite sex. Whatever the background and history to marriage, it is still a legal union between two people; a legal document called a marriage license must be signed before the law recognizes a couple is married. The man getting married is called the groom or bridegroom to give him his full title and the woman the bride; once they are married they known as the wife and husband.

Church Weddings

Wedding traditions and customs vary greatly between cultures, ethnic groups, religions, countries, and social classes. Traditionally the church is the most popular venue, where the ceremony is presided over by a Christian priest. The traditional white wedding as we know it is really only a service that is popular in the United States, the United Kingdom, Ireland and some other Commonwealth countries.

Multiple Ceremonies

A rare type of marriage is where two separate couples decide to marry at the same time; typically, a person with a brother or sister might plan this type of occasion with that sibling.

Destination Wedding Ceremonies

These days it is easy for couples to arrange a wedding in another country and have the guests travel to them with the honeymoon continuing afterwards; destination weddings automatically conjure up exotic countries but it could just as easily be a themed wedding in Las Vegas to qualify for that title.

Activity weekend Weddings

Whilst it is quite normal for the Irish to have three day weddings, more couples are taking the hint and having theirs over a weekend which gives them more time to enjoy the occasion. Those with a themed element can also be very successful and the activity can be either built into the day or over the course of a weekend. This is quite a good idea especially if the bride and groom have similar interests as both they and their guests can stay at the same location.

Online Ceremonies

Still in the early stages of evolution is the internet wedding where the couple is married online; internet based specialists are already available to help organize your ceremony. An internet or online wedding can also refer to a situation where a couple may broadcast their marriage to friends and family in other parts of the world.

City Hall Services Elected and appointed officials can carry out a marriage ceremony which is usually called a civil wedding. These ceremonies do not normally make any reference to God as they are a legal ceremony only. Often, this type of service will take place in a judge’s chambers, town or city hall or any other specially designated place.

If you live in a Christian country then you will recognize many of these wedding traditions but there are many more types of ceremony available around the world.

I hope you enjoy the wedding ceremony tips that I posted.  Remember to take it easy and don’t put too much stress on yourself because it will only make you look worst during your best moment of your life time!  Have a fun time using the tips I posted above!

Just finished reading “The Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work” .  This was such an awesome book for all of you marriage couple out there.  In fact, I honestly think the principles mentioned in this book will work for everyone in relationship as well!  Definitely a must read book !

My Review On this book:

John Gottman, Ph. D. has a unique approach to helping married couples live happily ever after: he subjects them to scientific research! That’s right. Over the past few decades Gottman has invited couples to spend a weekend in a wired apartment (dubbed the ‘Love Lab’) where their conversations – even their heart rates – are monitored by a team of relational scientists. As a result Gottman says: “…I can predict a divorce by hearing only one discussion between a husband and wife.” (p. 40) Based on this research Gottman has developed seven principles (hence the name of his book) that when applied will help strengthen marriages. The seven principles are:

1. Enhance your love maps (know what makes each other tick).

2. Nurture fondness and admiration (appreciate each other)

3. Turn toward each other instead of away.

4. Let your partner influence you (especially for husbands).

5. Solve your solvable problems.

6. Overcome gridlock.

7. Create shared meaning.

Gottman includes his version of “The Four Horseman of the Apocalypse” that spell real trouble for any marriage: criticism, contempt, defensiveness, and stonewalling. Unfortunately, most couples will recognize one or more of these horsemen in their own marriages. The beauty of “Seven Principles” is that Gottman develops each principle and provides a series of exercises to help couples put them into practice. It is presented in a clear and direct way that makes it very accessible for couples to use on their own, with the help of a marriage mentor or therapist, or in a small group setting. If you’re looking for a book filled with biblical references you will need to look elsewhere. But if you’re looking for a fresh approach to marital health that is consistent with biblical principles then Gottman’s “Seven Principles” should be part of your tool kit.

You can Google this book or buy it on Amazon for those who are interested!

We all know that wedding can bring lots of stress into our head.  What am I going to wear?  What will my friends think of me? Will my future husband love me after married?  You have to stop if you are constantly asking yourself those questions!  Although, it is not a bad thing to worry about your future but it can turn your wedding preparation into a nightmare.  At time like this, you have to sit back and take thing slowly.  You have to know that; it’s completely normal and everyone stress out just like you did.  It’s just a matter of how you would manage your stress level.

In fact, watch this video and I am sure you will feel better.

On the bright side, that wedding will be remembered forever!  Definitely, don’t get a clumsy man to be your wedding best man =)

Anyone has anything fun to do this weekend?  What weekend wedding plans does everyone have? I really would love to hear. I have some tempting Sweet Treats for you this week.  Anyway, here are my little daily news and thought for this week on the Wedding Blog =D   This week I present to you the beauty J Crew bridal dress!  And it’s not just a simple wedding dress but a combination of stuffs you will get for your wedding ceremony =)  The following are what you will get and my little thought on it:

1. As you can see in the picture, I cannot get enough of J Crew’s new wedding line. It is definitely bridal and beyond for every bride out there.  It’s just so gorgeous!

2. Simple, understated elegance. Your shoes will thank you for these little beauties from Linden Lovebirds.

3. These dainty and feminine earrings will complete any bridesmaid or bride’s ensemble by the talented Armelle designer.

4. The Best Chocolate Cake Ever. No seriously it really is the best from I am baker. What a cute name she has!

5. Bethany Lorell has a silver and gray toned  hair piece that brings and added touch or modern glamour to any attire. Love it!

I hope you guys enjoy my post this week =)  Don’t forget, you should aim for at least this much for your wedding.  Do whatever it takes to get your future husband to do this for you!

We can not think of a better way to start Monday off than with a glamorous giveaway from one of our fabulous preferred wedding vendors, One World Designs! Specializing in high quality bridal hair accessories and jewelry for all your wedding needs.

2 lucky readers will each win a $150 gift certificate to One World Designs. You can spend it however you wish on yourself, your bridesmaid or perhaps even your soon to be Mother In Law.

I was surprise at first to see this contest on One World Design website but hey they are a very famous wedding vendor out there, so there is no reason for not to trust them!

NOTICE: Sorry the contest is over!  Congratulation to JessiLuve@gmail.com and BrianaTh15@aol.com for winning the gift certificate.  The Vendor will contact you shortly for more information.  Congratz once again!

For all of those who didn’t win, please keep checking back for more contest later on.  I will keep posting more once I found some good deal!

Thanks all for participate

Nothing is more personal than offering your husband a homemade treat made with love on the morning of honeymoon!  You can bet that he will enjoy it.  Don’t trust your cooking skill or don’t know what to make?  Don’t worry, that is why I am here to help you =) How about making some delicious strawberry jam with pancake for your husband to enjoy? Even though winter is rapidly approaching there does not seem to be a shortage of Strawberries and the market.   It’s a quick and easy breakfast that everyone will enjoy.

At most weddings these days the bubbly is flowing and the bar is open. Guests are dancing the night away and having a grand old time. Sadly some of your guests the next morning will not feel 100% and trust me those hangover feeling sucks real bad especially when you had such a BLAST last night.  Worry no more, if your guest needs a little help to sober up, you can use Zaca Life patch to help them!

The Zaca Life Patch that is filled with Organic Ingredients to help fight the effects of alcohol. One of the key ingredients is The Prickly Pear Cactus a natural herb which, many doctors recommends to use it as a hangover cure. Don’t take my word for it, Why not give it a try for yourself?

Wedding is a very special moment of every couple’s lives.  A most important thing that is always adopted a wedding Invitation card. In reality, the wedding invitation cards give the appropriate information about the wedding programs and wedding invitation cards become first sight of your wedding.

By the assistance of the Wedding Invitation cards, wedding guests of you, come to know about the big day and could expect what will be decided on big day. To select wedding cards invitation, many people search many shops and choose their favorite design and layout for their invitation cards.

These are just so gorgeous and have an elegant feeling to it, don’t you think.  YET, its very affordable and available at most wedding vendors.

I was very surprise to read a beautiful news this morning.

A blind date ended up being a match made in heaven for Ingrid and Tim. Soon followed by detailed filled yellow and teal wedding at Rancho Los Cerritos and the Virginia Country Club in Long Beach. Since Ingrid is an art teacher, the wedding was overflowing with clever details.

Ingrid hosted a craft day with her closest women family and friends prior to the wedding.  They crafted for 8 hours together making handkerchief programs, toss cones, parasols, tissue poms, terrariums, escort cards and more. If it was not for the help of those crafty ladies, she would not have been able to pull off all the lovely details. If you love Ingrid and Tim’s bride and groom sign you can personalize yours for free by clicking here.

A special thanks to Sweet Monday Photography for sharing this delightful treat with us.

You never knew what destiny has in store for you =)

I was lucky enough to attend a wedding from a friend of mind.  To be honest, I didn’t know her that well but she invited me anyway to her party.   I have to fly all the way from California to Texas for it.  However, its completely worth it.  Texas weddings always seem to be filled with charm and good old fashioned elegance. Cassie and Sam’s rustic wedding is definitely not an exception. They chose a fantastic Texas venue filled with country flair and rustic charm, The Vista West Ranch.

They chose a romantic and classic color palette of soft pinks, whites and creams. To complement the country feel of the venue, Cassie incorporated rustic touches. The table numbers were brass house numbers placed in the centerpieces and flowers were arranged loosely in vintage glass vessels. Wendee from Lucie’s Events custom designed the distressed window frame

Congratulation Cassie and Sam