Tag Archives: ceremony

writing the words

In an effort to pull some personal touches into my wedding ceremony sermon, I ran across this absolutely adorable version of  vows. Dr. Seuss inspired, it’s sure to keep you smiling all the way through (last part is my favorite) … Continue reading

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finding the music

I’ve had music on my mind since our second meeting with Darin of Entertainment Plus.  The second meeting, for those of you who don’t know, is when you pick out the all the music.  The songs that take you from your … Continue reading

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peace out antiquated trends + traditions

Engagement, it totally changes the relevance of weddings for you as a guest. All of a sudden you start scrutinizing the invitation of a dear friend, front to back, knowing exactly how much time and money went into it {Letter … Continue reading

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Victory #13 Pre-Ceremony Music

My uncle {dad’s brother} – a wonderful and talented musician – agreed to play his guitar for us, pre-wedding ceremony.  We’re including a cocktail hour {or rather, cocktail half hour} to allow our guests to dribble in, take photos for the … Continue reading

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Wedding Rentals & What You Should Know – from Party Palace

The further I get into wedding planning, and the closer it gets to the big day, I find myself Googling more for actual planning information, insider info, instructions, etc. and less the frilly, pretty pictures that started this whole wedding-blog-obsession.  … Continue reading

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Thrifting Bride

{ignore the writing on the blue bag – the pic was cute so whatev} I’ve definitely developed quite the thrifting skills since I’ve been engaged. For the past year and a half I’ve scoured the shelves of Value Village, Goodwill … Continue reading

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Flower Time

Well, maybe not quite yet, but I’ve been checking a lot of vendors off my to-do list in the last few months and florists are one area I still have to look into.  I have no clue where to start … Continue reading

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Life’s Details

“Art is beauty, the perpetual invention of detail, the choice of words, the exquisite care of execution.” Theophile Gautier I’m very detail-oriented and I find it severly irriates me when people fail to notice the little things – whether it … Continue reading

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Aisle Decor

I’m in love with this new tissue paper pom-pom trend going on right now – courtesy of the one and only, Mrs. Martha Stewart! The only catch is, I don’t want to force them into my decor to where it wouldn’t look … Continue reading

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another bouquet option?

Just when I thought I didn’t like colored bouquets . . . this little pretty walked into my life. I love how soft the colors are, they’re not loud but they do demand attention in a very different way.

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