Monday, November 25, 2013

MAKE IT YOUR OWN MONDAY --- A BOLD STATEMENT

MAKE A BOLD STATEMENT 
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So many times it seems that brides skip the formal wedding because of a fear of being their selves. 
I have noticed that in the bridal word there is a deep want to make every wedding unique. To step away from the cookie cutter version of weddings. I fear that brides are afraid to express their personalities because of the fear of being to bold. 
Do it 
Be a trend setter. 
Maybe it is with your dress or with your decorations. Show people your individuality. If there is one time in history when i think that you could get away with any thing remember now is that time.

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Saturday, November 23, 2013

Wedding Expert Friday - - - Don't Let Social Media RUIN YOUR WEDDING!!!!!!!

Don't Let Social Media Ruin Your Wedding

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 I get the opportunity to work with absolutely the best vendors in my area. Unfortunately I can not tell you who this expert is because i have not been able to get her permission this week. However this photographer gave me some advice that needs to be put out there ASAP!!!
It is a fact that thanks to technology we are able to share our thoughts and ideas almost as fast as we can come up with them. One of the advantages of this instant sharing is that we can also share pictures instantly. 
This instant sharing has come to ruin one of weddings most important traditions , The First Look!!!
If you are like many couples today you practice many traditions that have been around for ages. 
And many couples and their families go through great lengths to keep the bride and groom from seeing each other on their wedding day. This tradition goes back to the times of arranged marriages (but that is another blog).
Chances are that you and your soon to be husband / bride have many of the same friends on the social media. Some of these friends may be part of your wedding party. 
An exited bridesmaid or a joking grooms man can ruin the first look for you. Not on purpose but as a result of not knowing the importance of the moment. A picture posted online can allow your groom or bride to see you before the wedding. 
There is a very simple fix for this...... Just ask your wedding party and family to refrain from posting pictures until after the ceremony. 
Simple as that!!!  
Social media can make weddings fun but there is a time and a place for everything.

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Wednesday, November 20, 2013

WEDDING TRADITIONS EXPLAINED - WHY DOES A GROOM CARRY A BRIDE OVER THE THRESHOLD

WEDDING TRADITIONS EXPLAINED 
WEDNESDAY 
WHY DOES A GROOM CARRY A BRIDE 
OVER THE THRESHOLD? 
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So many of the traditions today have almost unbelievable backgrounds. 
Although in todays society we consider carring your bride over the threshold a picture opp, It actually has a very interesting origin. 
(The following was taken word for word from http://people.howstuffworks.com/groom-carry-bride1.htm
it was so good i just couldn't find a reason to change it.) 
Superstitious Western Europeans believed that a bride who tripped over the threshold of her new home would irrevocably bring bad luck to her home and marriage. Since the husband appears to have been immune from such happenstance, the groom carrying the bride into the home proved a good way to avoid such a mishap altogether [source: World Wedding Traditions]. This fear of tripping appears to have its roots in ancient Roman culture, which held a similar belief [source: Nickerson].
Pan-culturally, brides seem to be considered lightning rods for misfortune. In addition to being susceptible to bad luck, brides' bodies also supposedly provide great havens for unattached spirits. Spirit intrusion is the notion that the spirits of the dead or living can live on unattached to their physical bodies and are thus able to enter the bodies of others [source: Ember and Ember]. Once inside, a spirit can wreak havoc on the possessed, generating physical and mental illness.
Belief in spirit intrusion continues in some cultures today, although it was much more widespread in the ancient world. In many of these early cultures, the threshold of the home was thought to be rife with unattached spirits. A bride was considered particularly vulnerable to spirit intrusion, especially through the soles of her feet. By carrying her into their home, the groom was covering all his bases by ensuring his new wife didn't bring along any unwanted spiritual guests into the house [source: The Knot].
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Tuesday, November 19, 2013

Fun Fact Tuesday - This one would probably end a marriage now a days.

Fun Fact Tuesday

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Tuesday is fun fact Tuesday. Today we visit the tradition of ancient Egypt. 
 This tradition would probably end most marriages today.

Egyptian men thought it distasteful to deflower their new brides and gave the chore to a hired servant.

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Monday, November 18, 2013

Make it your own Monday - Ceremony seating. Make it memorable!!!!

Ceremony Seating 
Why not change it up a bit?
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This make it your own tip is all about sharing an experience with your parents. 

Life has its moments, moments that make life special. Your parents have spent your whole life knowing that one day this day would come. Make it extra special for them. 
Most of the ceremonies in the last couple of years have implemented the "pick a seat not a side" seating technique. We still place parents on the left for the bride, and right for the groom. 

Make it your own. Why not seat the bride's family on the right and grooms on the left. Why would you do that? It simple when you are at the altar and you are saying your vows your family is looking at the back of your head. Now I am not saying that your groom is not important to your family. What I'm saying is, how much more special would it be if your family could see your face as you were vowing your love. It's a twist on tradition that can make the day that much more special for the parents of both sides. 
Remember to make it your own. Just because it has been done one way doesn't mean it is the only way to do it. 
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Saturday, November 16, 2013

IT'S YOUR WEDDING DAY - - - TIME TO BE A MAN!!! (FOR THE GUYS)

TIME TO BE A MAN
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OK  So it is time for some one to talk to the Grooms. There are a trillion forums, blogs, and tips for the bride. I think it is time that we talk to the grooms about a small problem at weddings. 

Some times the problem is the groom!!!

OK  . . . Let me explain myself. I am a wedding entertainer (DJ). I get the opportunity to be a part of so many couples lives every year. I do my best to help them with planning their perfect party. I also get the chance to provide audio for the ceremony of many of these couples. I can not tell you how many times ,I have sat across the table from a couple and explained that the lapel mic will be concealed by the tux. Only to hear the groom grunt,  and the bride say "he wont be wearing a tux". 
So here we go. Guys I think that we have a false understanding of what the wedding day really is. To most of us it is just a day when we will be paraded in front of our friends, love ones and people you have never met. Where you will have to dance,  eat food, and take pictures. Right? Wrong!!! 

Now lets go back to when you were a kid. I am willing to bet that you never played groom as a child, unless you had an older sister. A vast majority of women have been dreaming about this day for longer than most will admit. 

You have now dated for a while, and you decide that this woman is the one that you have to share your life with. You do the most cheesy thing you can imagine and get down on a knee. You ask a 4 word question, and she accepts your proposition. This is where it gets tricky, the planning for a celebration begins. Decisions start to be made, and for the most part, it doesn't matter to you whether it is a pure white or off white invitation. Then you start killing the dream! "I will not wear a penguin suit" "I will not take Dance lessons" "I will not take engagement  pictures" and so on. 
Let me explain something to you. If they could have the wedding without the groom, some would, and some have tried. Your bride, not wanting to scare you right out of the gate, will compromise with you. You will then feel as if you have some control of the disaster that this has turned into. All you wanted was a party!! 

Guys, It's time to be a Man. This woman is about to dedicate her life to you. She will stand behind every stupid business idea you have. She will give you kids. She is going to be the rock by your side. Now, don't you think that deserves one day?? You are going to be in front of your friends and family proclaiming your love for her, why not do it in a tux. You see, to a bride one of the most important things is to see the grooms reaction when she steps out. Why not look just as good for her? At the reception they are going to make you dance, just the two of you, for about 4 minutes. Forget the world, focus on the woman in front of you. Use the dance moves you learned from that weird guy you have told all your friends about. 
Men, when people tell you to choose your battles, let me suggest that you go with the flow and, help your wife, fulfill her dream. So many times I see Boys who hold a wedding hostage with the whole My Way or the Highway attitude. Chances are that you WILL have a say in the wedding. You will become a music expert by the time of your reception, not to mention the many wineries that you must visit to make sure the guest have good spirits. As a man it is your responsibility to help, not hinder your bride. You have told her that you are going to do your best to make her happy. . . show her.  Plus this is practice for the day it is your responsibility to give your little girl her dream wedding. 
It is time to be a Man, Show her what she really means to you. 
It is a tip that will help you now and down the road.

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Friday, November 15, 2013

Wedding expert Friday - Not Sure if You Need a Wedding Planner? Simply ask the expert

Tips from the Experts 
Do You NEED a Wedding Planner? 

Naturally, Spending time at so many weddings you get to meet a number of Wedding professionals. We are contacting only the best in the area and asking them what is something that brides need to know about your field of work.

Todays Expert is 
Ester Gonzalez -Wedding Planner 
Company : A Sense of Bride 
Contact:325 668 6819
Facebook: Facebook.com/weddingsbyester
Blog : http://weddingsbyester.blogspot.com/

The question we asked Ester was, Do brides really need a wedding planner? 
You might want to ask yourself is a wedding planner an accessory or a necessity? Wedding Planners have become  indispensable today to many brides and grooms, who find their service well worth the expense. A wedding planner guides you through the planning process and the wedding day itself , assisting in whatever capacity you need. He or she can help you refine your ideas, connect you to the appropriate vendors and suggest ways to use your budget wisely.  A good wedding planner will help you every step of the way making sure nothing is forgotten. Just like you shop for a wedding dress or the best caterer so should you shop for a wedding planner that has your vision and a passion for detail.

Ester Gonzalez
A Sense of Bride
325-668-6819

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