Wedding Planning: Reception
A Gorgeous Hawaii Wedding: Romance Awaits
Posted on Aug 06, 2005
Almost every girl dreams of a beautiful and romantic wedding for most of her life. Now that your time has come and you're planning your dream wedding, what could be more beautiful or more romantic than a dream wedding in Hawaii? With the costs of so-called destination weddings dropping into the ranges of affordability for more and more people and resort hotels and airlines offering attractive packages at reduced and combined rates, now is the perfect time to arrange an incredible and exotic Hawaii wedding!
Beach Wedding Themes
Posted on Jun 30, 2005
If you are considering a beach wedding, the ideas are as endless as your imagination! One thing about choosing a beach wedding theme is that it allows you total creative freedom. Depending on the time of day, the beach can set the mood. At sunrise or sunset, it is a place of serenity, beauty and romance. Mid-day, it is the hub of excitement, activity, and fun.
Mountain Weddings
Posted on Mar 17, 2005
When most people think of having their wedding out of the area they live in they picture a beach or tropical island setting. Today, more and more couples are choosing Mountain Weddings. Mountain weddings offer a change of pace, stunning settings, fresh air and the opportunities for gorgeous photographs. A beautiful mountain setting makes for a spectacular outdoor wedding.
Planning an Outdoor Wedding
Posted on Sep 18, 2004
When a bride is selecting an outdoor location for her wedding, what do you suggest to her regarding a bad weather back up plan? There are many lovely outdoor wedding locations--beach weddings, lake front weddings, forest weddings, mountain weddings, garden weddings...the options are endless!
Wedding Speech Tips
Posted on May 04, 2004
Did you know that a recent survey discovered that public speaking is the number one fear in a person's life and rated above death? Well I have to admit that I used to belong to that group, but nowadays I have started to enjoy public speaking due to some simple tips I will share with you, and of course because of much practice I have had these last years. I still get butterflies in my stomach right before I start talking, but once I start, I forget all about it.
Affordable Wedding Reception Ideas
Posted on Jan 20, 2004
Wedding receptions don't have to cost a fortune. Many families are on tight budgets these days, limiting the parents' ability to contribute financially and placing much of the burden of wedding expenses on young couples who are just starting out in life and on limited budgets themselves.
Outdoor Wedding Ideas and Decorations
Posted on Dec 08, 2003
Can you remember when you were just a child and you had thought of just how your wedding day would be? You envisioned exchanging your vows on the sand with the waves crashing behind, as the wind blows gently against your gown. The aromatic smell of the salt fills the air. The sun sets over the hills as the gleaming stars fill the night sky. A day you could only imagine in a dream; a day to end all days and a day to begin the rest of your life.
Writing a Wedding Speech to Toast the Bride & Groom
Posted on Dec 01, 2003
Over the centuries, many romantic situations have been enhanced when one of the parties to the affair was able to augment his meager words with those from one more articulate. During the event of a wedding, there are numerous opportunities for the use of custom-written speeches and toasts. In many instances this can turn an ordinary event into an extraordinary one!
Serving Alcohol at Your Wedding Reception
Posted on Oct 06, 2003
Providing alcohol to your guests is strictly a decision for you and your fiance to make. Just because other couples allow alcohol at their weddings doesn't mean you must follow their lead. If you are uncomfortable with the extra expense, responsibility, and obligations that come with serving liquor, you should consider substituting champagne and wine with sparkling grape wine or a mixed punch. Many brides & grooms have chosen this simpler path.
Cash, Open, or Limited Bar for Your Wedding Reception
Posted on Sep 22, 2003
Your caterer or licensed liquor dealer will be responsible for setting up the bar at your reception. You must determine how hard the liquor should be as well as if you prefer your guests to pay for drinks themselves.