Relationships . . of all kinds . . are like sand held in your hand. Held loosely, with an open hand, the sand remains where it is. The minute you close your hand and squeeze tightly to hold on, the sand trickles through your fingers. You may hold onto some of it, but most will be spilled. A relationship is like that. Held loosely, with respect and freedom for the other person, is likely to remain intact. But hold too tightly, too
possessively, and the relationship slips away and is lost. Kaleel Jamison
Saturday, March 31, 2012
Friday, March 30, 2012
March 30, 2012
Question from a Bride and Groom . .
What is the average age of a Bride? What is the average age of a Groom? And what is their average joint income at the time of their wedding?
Response . .
The average age of a Bride is 26 years old.
The average age of a Groom is 28 years old.
The average JOINT income of the couple is between $60,000 and $65,000.
What is the average age of a Bride? What is the average age of a Groom? And what is their average joint income at the time of their wedding?
Response . .
The average age of a Bride is 26 years old.
The average age of a Groom is 28 years old.
The average JOINT income of the couple is between $60,000 and $65,000.
Thursday, March 29, 2012
March 29, 2012
Thinking about about having a bridal tea party or brunch reception? Try "Apple and Oat Scones with Cinnamon and Nutmeg"
Fresh apples keep them moist, buttermilk contributes tenderness, and oats add a pleasantly texture.
Ingredients are flour . . old fashioned rolled oats . . light brown sugar . . cinnamon . . nutmeg . . baking powder . . baking soda . . salt . . unsalted butter . . Granny Smith apples . . buttermilk . . and turbinado sugar for sprinkling the tops.
Complete recipe can be found at MarthaStewart.com. This is a good recipe to try if you have never made scones before.
Fresh apples keep them moist, buttermilk contributes tenderness, and oats add a pleasantly texture.
Ingredients are flour . . old fashioned rolled oats . . light brown sugar . . cinnamon . . nutmeg . . baking powder . . baking soda . . salt . . unsalted butter . . Granny Smith apples . . buttermilk . . and turbinado sugar for sprinkling the tops.
Complete recipe can be found at MarthaStewart.com. This is a good recipe to try if you have never made scones before.
Wednesday, March 28, 2012
March 28, 2012
Looking for a family reunion and wedding weekend venue?
Try the Manasota Beach Club.
7660 Manasota Key Road
Englewood, FL
Your guests can park their cars and spend the weekend there and you can have a beach ceremony, a reception, and a honeymoon there.
For more information E-mail: Info@manasotabeachclub.com or call 941-474-2615
http://www.manasotabeachclub.com
Try the Manasota Beach Club.
7660 Manasota Key Road
Englewood, FL
Your guests can park their cars and spend the weekend there and you can have a beach ceremony, a reception, and a honeymoon there.
For more information E-mail: Info@manasotabeachclub.com or call 941-474-2615
http://www.manasotabeachclub.com
Tuesday, March 27, 2012
March 27, 2012
Scenario . . Bride was unemployed due to a recent layoff (the end of December). The Bride found out she was pregnant in January. A BIG wedding was planned for the end of the year (October). The Bride and Groom went to another state to get married secretly so the Bride could qualify for her husband's health insurance.
What would you do? Move the BIG wedding up? Cancel the BIG wedding? Keep the out-of-state wedding a secret as long as possible?
What would you do? Move the BIG wedding up? Cancel the BIG wedding? Keep the out-of-state wedding a secret as long as possible?
Monday, March 26, 2012
March 26, 2012
Need an or emcee and/or entertainer at your wedding reception? Renewal of vows? Party?
Contact Chuck Weirich . . Professional Trumpeter, Disc Jockey and Entertainer
813-425-2782 Tampa, FL area
877-352-3571 Toll Fee Call
E-mail: Check@Tampabaydj.com
I met this fine gentleman on February 8 at the Professional Wedding Guild luncheon/networking meeting at Flemings Steakhouse in Sarasota.
Contact Chuck Weirich . . Professional Trumpeter, Disc Jockey and Entertainer
813-425-2782 Tampa, FL area
877-352-3571 Toll Fee Call
E-mail: Check@Tampabaydj.com
I met this fine gentleman on February 8 at the Professional Wedding Guild luncheon/networking meeting at Flemings Steakhouse in Sarasota.
Sunday, March 25, 2012
March 25, 2012
A Native American Style Wedding ceremony is one that takes place outdoors, with Father Sky as the roof of the most sacred cathedral, and Mother Earth at your feet to hold you, and the trees and plants to surround and embrace you. The circle will be saged by the Minister.
A wedding basket is exchanged between the Bride and the Groom during the ceremony. A wedding basket is lined with cedar and covered with a red cloth. The wedding basket contains whatever is symbolically important to the couple. The items in the baskets can range from ears of corn to a branch of cedar.
When the Bride hands the Groom her basket she will say, "I provide these things to my Husband and home. They are a symbol that I will care for you and love you always."
When the Groom hands the Bride his basket he will say, "I provide these things to my Wife. They are a symbol that I will provide love to you and protect our family always."
From pueblopotteryme.com
A wedding basket is exchanged between the Bride and the Groom during the ceremony. A wedding basket is lined with cedar and covered with a red cloth. The wedding basket contains whatever is symbolically important to the couple. The items in the baskets can range from ears of corn to a branch of cedar.
When the Bride hands the Groom her basket she will say, "I provide these things to my Husband and home. They are a symbol that I will care for you and love you always."
When the Groom hands the Bride his basket he will say, "I provide these things to my Wife. They are a symbol that I will provide love to you and protect our family always."
From pueblopotteryme.com
Saturday, March 24, 2012
March 24, 2012
Wishing you . . A house full of sunshine.
Hearts full of cheer,
Love that grows deeper each day of the year.
Amen
Old Welsh Blessing
Hearts full of cheer,
Love that grows deeper each day of the year.
Amen
Old Welsh Blessing
Friday, March 23, 2012
March 23, 2012
Question from a Bride and Groom . .
We have been very fortunate in life. We do not need or want another toaster. In lieu of bridal shower and wedding gifts we would prefer helping others. Is there an easy way to do that?
Answer . .
Here's a gift with a purpose: Charity Choice cards let the recipient (you, the Bride and Groom) select a beneficiary (ies) from over 250 National and Global Charities including the American Red Cross and Susan G Komen Cancer Awareness.
http://www.charitygiftcertificates.org/
We have been very fortunate in life. We do not need or want another toaster. In lieu of bridal shower and wedding gifts we would prefer helping others. Is there an easy way to do that?
Answer . .
Here's a gift with a purpose: Charity Choice cards let the recipient (you, the Bride and Groom) select a beneficiary (ies) from over 250 National and Global Charities including the American Red Cross and Susan G Komen Cancer Awareness.
http://www.charitygiftcertificates.org/
Thursday, March 22, 2012
March 22, 2012
The grown-up thrill of really pretty paper and envelopes doesn't have to end with your wedding invitations. Show off your new names and/or your new address with a Desk Embosser.
A desk embosser can be found at http://www.paper-source.com/
A desk embosser can be found at http://www.paper-source.com/
Wednesday, March 21, 2012
March 21, 2012
Looking for a resort type venue for your wedding? Bentley's Resort Hotel can fill all of your needs. Bentley's has luxurious rooms . . live music . . several sizes or types of banquet rooms . . a breakfast, lunch, and dinner restaurant . . a coffee shop . . a pool area . . and a central location on a main highway (south of Sarasota and north of Venice).
Bentley's Resort Hotel
1660 South Tamiami Trail
Osprey, FL
941-966-2121
Renata can answer your questions on banquets, events, rehearsal dinners, and weddings
http://www.bentleyssarasota.com
Bentley's Resort Hotel
1660 South Tamiami Trail
Osprey, FL
941-966-2121
Renata can answer your questions on banquets, events, rehearsal dinners, and weddings
http://www.bentleyssarasota.com
Tuesday, March 20, 2012
March 20, 2012
Congratulations to Aniko Victoria Holdas and Aron Pall! Viki and Aron were married on Monday, March 19, 2012 at 4PM on the Siesta Key Beach, Siesta Key, Florida. Siesta Key Beach is the Number 1 beach in the USA. Best wishes to Viki and Aron!
Monday, March 19, 2012
March 19, 2012
The Bride and Groom were given a $10,000 budget for their wedding by her parents. The Bride bought a $5000 bridal gown which only leaves $5000 to rent, contract, or purchase everything else for the wedding. Do you think this Bride was being selfish in using half of the budget for her bridal gown?
Sunday, March 18, 2012
March 18, 2012
Met this gentleman at a recent Professional Wedding Guild luncheon/meeting.
A1 Foliage
Conrad Forler
Phone: 727-867-6861 727-470-4155
E-mail: A1Foliage@aol.com
Quality Plant Rentals for parties and special events . .
Ficus trees . . adonidia palms . . ferns . . peace lillys . . areca palms . . plus spot up-lighting.
http://www.a1foliage.com/
A1 Foliage
Conrad Forler
Phone: 727-867-6861 727-470-4155
E-mail: A1Foliage@aol.com
Quality Plant Rentals for parties and special events . .
Ficus trees . . adonidia palms . . ferns . . peace lillys . . areca palms . . plus spot up-lighting.
http://www.a1foliage.com/
Saturday, March 17, 2012
March 17, 2012
Irish wedding traditions are all about bringing good luck. Whatever your ethnicity, take a chance on these customs . . .
Marry on the last day of the old year (December 31), so that you wake up to a fresh life together in a new year.
Ring a small bell just after your vows. Keep it in your household as a constant reminder of your promises to each other.
Carry a horseshoe in your bouquet. Since a real one would be too weighty, use a miniature horseshoes (try a charm from lollysmith.com).
Shower coins on your guests, who can throw them over a cliff or into a lake for luck. For landlocked parties, use a fountain.
Marry on the last day of the old year (December 31), so that you wake up to a fresh life together in a new year.
Ring a small bell just after your vows. Keep it in your household as a constant reminder of your promises to each other.
Carry a horseshoe in your bouquet. Since a real one would be too weighty, use a miniature horseshoes (try a charm from lollysmith.com).
Shower coins on your guests, who can throw them over a cliff or into a lake for luck. For landlocked parties, use a fountain.
Friday, March 16, 2012
March 16, 2012
Queen Victoria is believed to have started the tradition of including ivy in the bridal bouquet. After the wedding, the sprigs can be carefully rooted and planted as a living reminder of your bouquet. Green thumb Mothers in Queen Victoria's day would nurture the ivy so cuttings from the ivy could be put in their daughter's bridal bouquet.
Thursday, March 15, 2012
March 15, 2012
Irish Blessing . .
May green be the grass you walk on,
May blue be the skies above you,
May pure be the joys that surround you,
May true be the hearts that love you.
Amen.
May green be the grass you walk on,
May blue be the skies above you,
May pure be the joys that surround you,
May true be the hearts that love you.
Amen.
Wednesday, March 14, 2012
March 14, 2012
Question from a Bride and Groom . .
My Mother passed away and his Father passed away. Can we or should include those deceased parents on our wedding invitation?
Response . .
The invitation should only be extended by those who are hosting the wedding (or event). It's better to mention their names in the ceremony program or with a memorial candle placed in the background. It is appropriate to mention their names in a newspaper engagement or wedding announcement, it is NOT appropriate to mention their names on any type of invitation.
My Mother passed away and his Father passed away. Can we or should include those deceased parents on our wedding invitation?
Response . .
The invitation should only be extended by those who are hosting the wedding (or event). It's better to mention their names in the ceremony program or with a memorial candle placed in the background. It is appropriate to mention their names in a newspaper engagement or wedding announcement, it is NOT appropriate to mention their names on any type of invitation.
Tuesday, March 13, 2012
March 13, 2012
Bride's Emergency Kit and Needed Items
Marriage License (and if you have not met the officiant before your wedding day then you will need some type of photo identification)
Officiant's payment envelope (either you, the Bride, or the Groom should pass along the officiant's fee to either the Best Man or the Maid of Honor with the Marriage License. And if the officiant has gone "above and beyond the call of duty", then you should also include a "Thank You" gratuity).
Additional boutonniere pins, corsage pins, safety pins and a small assortment of thread ( travel or mini sewing kits can be found at fabric stores).
Cotton balls or cotton swabs for makeup touch-ups.
Aspirin or pain reliever.
Eye drops, backup contact lenses, and contact lense solutions.
Small comb, brush, bobby pins, and hair spray/gel.
Tissues and/or paper towels.
Band aids for blisters, blister stick can be found in the first aid area of pharmacies.
Basic makeup for touch-ups.
Chalk (can be used to hide marks on your wedding gown).
First aid spray.
A second pair of pantyhose and low-heeled shoes.
Marriage License (and if you have not met the officiant before your wedding day then you will need some type of photo identification)
Officiant's payment envelope (either you, the Bride, or the Groom should pass along the officiant's fee to either the Best Man or the Maid of Honor with the Marriage License. And if the officiant has gone "above and beyond the call of duty", then you should also include a "Thank You" gratuity).
Additional boutonniere pins, corsage pins, safety pins and a small assortment of thread ( travel or mini sewing kits can be found at fabric stores).
Cotton balls or cotton swabs for makeup touch-ups.
Aspirin or pain reliever.
Eye drops, backup contact lenses, and contact lense solutions.
Small comb, brush, bobby pins, and hair spray/gel.
Tissues and/or paper towels.
Band aids for blisters, blister stick can be found in the first aid area of pharmacies.
Basic makeup for touch-ups.
Chalk (can be used to hide marks on your wedding gown).
First aid spray.
A second pair of pantyhose and low-heeled shoes.
Monday, March 12, 2012
March 12, 2012
Looking for a ceremony site and/or reception location with an historical background? Or a small chapel?
Please consider Old Florida on the Bay - Historic Spanish Point
333 North Tamiami Trail
Osprey, Fl (north of Venice, south of Sarasota)
Contact Gilly Francis at 941-468-0611 or Gilly@oldfloridaweddings.com
http://www.oldfloridaweddings.com
Please consider Old Florida on the Bay - Historic Spanish Point
333 North Tamiami Trail
Osprey, Fl (north of Venice, south of Sarasota)
Contact Gilly Francis at 941-468-0611 or Gilly@oldfloridaweddings.com
http://www.oldfloridaweddings.com
Sunday, March 11, 2012
March 11, 2012
What would you do if you saw your best friend's fiance flirting with another woman in a restaurant? Would call this cheating? Would you call this his last fling? Or would you confront him at the restaurant with the lady present? Or would you just take a picture of him and the lady with your camera phone and show it to your best friend (who is about to get married in two weeks)?
Saturday, March 10, 2012
March 10, 2012
Met this lady at a recent Professional Wedding Guild meeting in Sarasota, FL on February 8, 2012
MMD Events
More is More
Specializing in custom wedding & event florals . . speciality lighting . . and draping.
E-mail: Info@MMDEvents.com
Phone: 813-443-5235
MMD Events
More is More
Specializing in custom wedding & event florals . . speciality lighting . . and draping.
E-mail: Info@MMDEvents.com
Phone: 813-443-5235
Friday, March 9, 2012
March 9, 2012
How to "Walk Down the Aisle"
Even if your heart is racing, you want to be a vision of calm when you walk the walk. The classic step-touch, step-touch technique can look mechanical, but you'll need a device that will force you to walk slowly (nerves cause many brides to rush up the aisle). At your rehearsal, count the number of steps to the altar; on your wedding day, count off this number to yourself as you walk. Practice at home wearing your shoes and gown (on a clean floor), so you can get used to the weight of the dress while breaking in the heels (rough up the new slippery soles with sandpaper or a cement sidewalk). Balancing a book on your head works: it keeps you back straight and your shoulders hunch-free.
May/June 2005 Brides.com
Even if your heart is racing, you want to be a vision of calm when you walk the walk. The classic step-touch, step-touch technique can look mechanical, but you'll need a device that will force you to walk slowly (nerves cause many brides to rush up the aisle). At your rehearsal, count the number of steps to the altar; on your wedding day, count off this number to yourself as you walk. Practice at home wearing your shoes and gown (on a clean floor), so you can get used to the weight of the dress while breaking in the heels (rough up the new slippery soles with sandpaper or a cement sidewalk). Balancing a book on your head works: it keeps you back straight and your shoulders hunch-free.
May/June 2005 Brides.com
Thursday, March 8, 2012
Wednesday, March 7, 2012
March 7, 2012
A Bride and Groom want to know . .
What is a Reaffirmation of Marriage?
Response . .
When a couple is married in a civil (non-religious) ceremony and then later seeks a religious blessing of their marriage. While reaffirming your marriage is a time for celebration, it is NOT a wedding. Most couples limit the guest list to a their immediate family and a few close friends. It is appropriate to have a party or dinner afterwards but this event should not resemble a wedding or wedding reception. Your guests can be invited to this event either by printed invitations or handwritten invitations or by telephone. The Husband should wear a suit and the Wife should wear a nice dress, wedding attire should not be worn.
What is a Reaffirmation of Marriage?
Response . .
When a couple is married in a civil (non-religious) ceremony and then later seeks a religious blessing of their marriage. While reaffirming your marriage is a time for celebration, it is NOT a wedding. Most couples limit the guest list to a their immediate family and a few close friends. It is appropriate to have a party or dinner afterwards but this event should not resemble a wedding or wedding reception. Your guests can be invited to this event either by printed invitations or handwritten invitations or by telephone. The Husband should wear a suit and the Wife should wear a nice dress, wedding attire should not be worn.
Tuesday, March 6, 2012
March 6, 2012
Things a Thoughtful Bride Should Not Forget . .
A Ladies' Room Amenities Basket. To be placed in the powder room at the ceremony and/or reception site. Think hand lotion, gum, hair spray, mini combs or brushes, mints, mouth wash, mints, etc.
A Ladies' Room Amenities Basket. To be placed in the powder room at the ceremony and/or reception site. Think hand lotion, gum, hair spray, mini combs or brushes, mints, mouth wash, mints, etc.
Monday, March 5, 2012
March 5, 2012
Looking for a convenient place for your guests to meet and stay during your wedding weekend?
Please consider the lovely Best Western Plus Ambassador Suites
400 Commercial Court
Venice, FL
The Best Western is located right off Exit 193 of Interstate 75 (Sarasota is to the north, Fort Myers and Naples is to the south).
Phone 941-480-9898
Please consider the lovely Best Western Plus Ambassador Suites
400 Commercial Court
Venice, FL
The Best Western is located right off Exit 193 of Interstate 75 (Sarasota is to the north, Fort Myers and Naples is to the south).
Phone 941-480-9898
Sunday, March 4, 2012
March 4, 2012
Are your "over the top" wedding plans a result of trying to outdo someone else's wedding? The Groom's former girlfriend's recent wedding? Your cousin's wedding?
Saturday, March 3, 2012
March 3, 2012
Met this lovely lady, Gayle H Hill, at the Perfect Wedding Guide Luncheon/Meeting on February 8, 2012 at Flemings Steakhouse in Sarasota, FL
Beautiful Me
We ask ourselves,
Who am I to be brilliant, gorgeous, talented, and famous?
Actually, who are you NOT to be?
Pictures With Purpose
Gayle H Hill
813-892-2545
Gayle@BeautifulMePhoto.com
http://www.BeautifulMePhoto.com
Beautiful Me
We ask ourselves,
Who am I to be brilliant, gorgeous, talented, and famous?
Actually, who are you NOT to be?
Pictures With Purpose
Gayle H Hill
813-892-2545
Gayle@BeautifulMePhoto.com
http://www.BeautifulMePhoto.com
Friday, March 2, 2012
March 2, 2012
Question . .
What will happen if we do not obtain our Marriage License in time for our wedding day?
Response . .
Your officiant should inform you of when and where to obtain your Marriage License but it is your, the Bride and Groom, responsibility to apply for it within the required time period. If you do not have a VALID Marriage License on your wedding day your officiant has the option of doing two things . .
He or she can refuse to conduct any ceremony. And they, the officiant, can also insist on being compensated for at least fifty percent of their fee because they met their contractual obligation by preparing the ceremony and coming to the ceremony site.
He or she can conduct a commitment ceremony. In a commitment ceremony the words husband, wife, and marriage are eliminated. If the officiant decides to conduct a commitment ceremony, he or she must inform the guests that the ceremony that they are about to witness is not a legal marriage ceremony and that the couple will not be legally married at the end of the ceremony. It is illegal to conduct a mock ceremony in Florida.
What will happen if we do not obtain our Marriage License in time for our wedding day?
Response . .
Your officiant should inform you of when and where to obtain your Marriage License but it is your, the Bride and Groom, responsibility to apply for it within the required time period. If you do not have a VALID Marriage License on your wedding day your officiant has the option of doing two things . .
He or she can refuse to conduct any ceremony. And they, the officiant, can also insist on being compensated for at least fifty percent of their fee because they met their contractual obligation by preparing the ceremony and coming to the ceremony site.
He or she can conduct a commitment ceremony. In a commitment ceremony the words husband, wife, and marriage are eliminated. If the officiant decides to conduct a commitment ceremony, he or she must inform the guests that the ceremony that they are about to witness is not a legal marriage ceremony and that the couple will not be legally married at the end of the ceremony. It is illegal to conduct a mock ceremony in Florida.
Thursday, March 1, 2012
March 1, 2012
According to Good Morning America (February 10, 2012) the wedding gown trends for 2012 are . .
Long Sleeves (a Kate Middleton influence)
Slits on Skirts
Unusual headpieces (remember what some of the female guests wore at Prince William and Kate Middleton's wedding last April)
Pants / Pant Suits / Jumpsuits (for the Bride who is not comfortable wearing a skirt or wants to wear something non-traditional)
Color (more solid colors)
Long Sleeves (a Kate Middleton influence)
Slits on Skirts
Unusual headpieces (remember what some of the female guests wore at Prince William and Kate Middleton's wedding last April)
Pants / Pant Suits / Jumpsuits (for the Bride who is not comfortable wearing a skirt or wants to wear something non-traditional)
Color (more solid colors)