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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - The marriage test
- Love should not blind a couple to the realities of their legal status of husband and wife, for they are bound by an unwritten contract of marriage governed by the laws of the federal government, the state they live in and the decisions of the judiciary. Every bride and groom must learn that the state is at the altar with them.You would never sign a contract without reading it or seeking an ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - How optimism can help ? or hurt ? your marriage
- Beth and Tom were happily married for over 25 years ? no small feat in today's world. At first, their friends could not understand how their marriage succeeded, due to numerous perceived shortcomings.However, closer scrutiny of their marriage revealed that it was their thinking patterns ? the ways they explained and interpreted their partner's behavior to themselves ? that strengthened, rat...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - The planning of a bridal shower!
- Planning a bridal shower? Maybe a dear friend or even sister is getting married and you are in charge of planning the bridal shower? Bridal showers are customary and traditional. They aren't all about the bridal shower gifts though! They are a way to welcome new family members and celebrate a new beginning for the couple. But, they can also be fun if planned to be.Start with the bridal show...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Are wedding decorations waiting in your future?
- If there are wedding bells in your future, then surely there are wedding decorations as well. Or, maybe you are looking for Easter decorations, baby shower decorations, or even prom decorations? For some good ideas on any party decorations, just check online!When you are planning a party, no matter how big or small you will want to use decorations to make the atmosphere what you want it to ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Planning a special wedding shower
- The wedding shower is a traditional party of the marriage process. Often times the bridal party, or the people who have been asked to be in the wedding, will through the party for the couple. Or, other times, friends or family members will hold it for them. Making a wedding shower memorable starts with planning. First, you need to decide if the party will be formal or relaxed and laid back. Often ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - The maid of honor ? remember, it?s all about the bride!
- The term and role "Maid of Honor" is sometimes confusing, and desperately needs some clear definition! When a Bride is choosing who will be her MOH, she needs to think about who will offer her the support, the helping hand, and the positive attitude she will need on her wedding day and the months leading up to it.Traditionally, a MOH was a female, a sister or close girlfriend of t...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - A wedding shower checklist
- Bridal showers are one of many pre-wedding parties and are great fun. They are known as parties with a purpose. The purpose of a shower is to assist the couple in equipping their new home or for the bride to assemble a trousseau. Not only that, but they are a good excuse for the bride to get together with her friends and family to play hilarious games and to enjoy the food and wine.Did you ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - How to plan a cheap wedding
- There's no doubt about it, weddings can be expensive. The average cost of a wedding today is $20,000 ? $25,000, and weddings are estimated to be a $25.3 billion industry. But don't worry if your budget cannot stretch for the most expensive custom-made gown, elegant invitation cards, or the top photographer, it doesn't mean that your wedding will be any less unique or special than anyone else's....
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Organising your wedding stationery
- Of all the things you need to do, buy and organize in preparation for your wedding, wedding stationery is something that must be planned ahead. After all, you need to let your guests know well in advance of your forthcoming big day. Your wedding invitation and accessories set the tone for your special day firmly establishing your style and taste. It is the first official message about your wedding...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Planning a wedding? tips on how to attend a bridal show
- If you're getting married, a Bridal Show is a great place to get started. Since 1996, I have attended or participated in over 150 Bridal Shows, and I thought I would pass on some tips to you, to make your trip a little easier. You can find local Bridal Shows being held anywhere from malls to hotels, convention centers and wedding facilities. You can expect to see anywhere from 10 to over 100 weddi...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Let your wedding flowers speak the language of love
- Congratulations! You have found the man of your dreams and are getting married. What a wonderful time in your life ? full of promise, hope, and happiness. Can you think of a better way to express these emotions than through flowers? A wedding would just not be the same without wedding flowers.The Tradition of Wedding FlowersCarrying flowers by the bride is not something new; it actua...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Living in love : remembering why you married
- The kids are yelling, the dog is barking, and you just found out that your spouse forgot to do the one thing that you needed them to do today?again! This scenario may sound typical for your family, or your scenario could be worse. Maybe you and your spouse are arguing more and more, and connecting less and less? You may have even asked yourself, "Is this marriage a mistake?". Though you ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - When to order and send your wedding invitations
- Wedding Invitations should be ordered when you have all the details of your wedding set? place, time of ceremony and reception as well as your guest list. Plan to place your invitation order at least 3-4 months in advance, some companies may require 4-6 months. Especially, if you are ordering custom made invitations or handmade invitations and coordinating ensembles. Depending on the intricacy of ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - June weddings
- From the book Spider's Big CatchAs June wraps its arms around us like the warm hug of a favorite aunt, I begin to think about weddings. I've been a musician for thirty years, and I've played at scores of weddings and receptions, sometimes more than once for the same person. It was a way to make a living-the money was good and there was usually decent food.As a wedding soloist, I'd si...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Marriage counseling tips: 7 ways to handle conflict in marriage
- How do you handle arguments that lead to heated exchanges with your spouse? Do you value being right over preserving the quality of your relationship? And how long do you stay angry after you've had a fight?How you answer these questions offers a clue into how secure your marriage is. Unfortunately, too many married couples let unbridled confrontations tear the fabric of their relationship....
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - 10 secrets to a successful stress-free wedding
- Your wedding is supposed to be the most important day in a your life, and yet for many, just getting there in one piece is harder than fitting stilettos on an elephant. Why is it so difficult? The biggest problem is stress and how the interplay of all the different participants at your wedding adds or subtract from that stress. Here are some wedding ideas to have a truly successful and happy weddi...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - How a marriage counseling secret can save your marriage
- How do you react if your spouse announces "I want a divorce" or something similar? With shock? Surprise? Outrage?If these are your reactions, you've got plenty of company. Thousands of spouses each year have this same experience. Many surprised partners in this situation begin to grill their unhappy mate with questions like "What in the #%& do you mean you want a divorce? Aft...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Control issues that cause marriage problems
- Have you ever been irritated because your spouse does things differently than you do? Do you get upset if he or she has different opinions and makes different choices than you would? If so, you have bumped up against some of your own personal control issues and triggers in your marriage. Here are three important points to consider:1. Fear underlies control issues.Control issues cause...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Ten beliefs that can contribute to an unhappy marriage
- Have you ever wondered why your marriage isn't happier? If so, you're not alone. Numerous spouses are struggling with the same question.At least part of the answer may lie in the words you use in your self-talk and in what you say to your spouse. And what you believe, the lies you tell to yourself or to your spouse, and what you deny or rationalize will all affect your marriage intimacy and...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - How to keep hope alive during a marriage crisis
- During a marriage crisis, you can feel like your whole world is falling apart and all of your dreams are being shattered. Hearing the words "I don't love you anymore," "I want a divorce," or "I don't know if I want to stay married" can leave you reeling from the shock.Many feelings surface after the initial stunned reaction: anger, fear, anxiety, confusion, res...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Wedding cake - bakery tips
- Wedding cake bakeries will have a cake portfolio to look at and that will help you decide if they are able to make the cake you want.Have an idea of how many guests you will have at your reception, this will help determine the amount of wedding cake you will need or number of cupcake wedding cakes. The pastry chef/cake decorator may ask how many invitations are being sent to how many people...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Marriage: where is the fairy tale?
- "Presently, 40% of all first marriages in this country end in divorce. 60% of all second marriages and 75% of third marriages fail as well." ?Dr. Gary ChapmanCommon sense leads us to believe that we should learn from our mistakes and the percentages should decrease with each new marriage. Do you think individuals get worse at being married? Do people give too easily or don't they ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - All you ever wanted to know about wedding officiants
- Tracking down a wedding officiant can be a little intimidating. Perhaps you remember a time when it was hard to get one if you weren't among the "regularly churched"! But times have changed, and hiring an officiant for your wedding is now standard procedure.Basically, brides-to-be find themselves in one of two camps: Either they have a regular church and a favorite minister, who might be a ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Are you fully present in your marriage?
- "Presence is more than just being there," states Malcolm S.Forbes. How true!Have you ever been talking with someone and felt that they were miles away even though they were sitting next to you? They might have appeared to be listening, but you could sense that they weren't really mentally and emotionally present in the conversation.We all have moments when our mind wanders and we los...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - How to have a dream wedding on a budget
- No one wants to pay more than they have to for anything, especially something as costly as a wedding. And if you're like me, and you had to foot your own bill, then you certainly want to keep costs down. I was afraid it couldn't be done, especially since my husband and I live in one of the most expensive regions of the country. But my wedding is proof that it can be done, and here's how:Rec...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - All that glitters?something old, something new...
- Brides through the ages have accessorized with wedding jewelry to add a finishing touch to their bridal attire; however, many brides who don't wear jewelry in everyday life jump at the chance to wear it on their wedding day. Is it the special occasion or the chance to play dress-up that prompts these brides to don the unthinkable-jewelry?Those brides too practical to care about jewelry in r...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - How you answer this question can change your marriage
- Imagine the following scenario. Your spouse has given you an important letter to mail and is counting on you to mail it on your way to work. But you slip up...you forget all about it until you're on the way home. "Oh, #$@!!" is your first reaction. You know the spouse will be upset.You frantically search the car and your briefcase for the letter, but it's gone. You can't find it anywhere. N...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Wedding day hair styles - a top ten checklist
- The big day is fast approaching, and the energy of the moment sweeps you up. But does it carry your hair along too? Use the following checklist to ensure your wedding day hair is everything you dream it will be:1. Which stylist? Make bookings for consultations with more than one stylist well in advance and decide on the one you feel most comfortable with. You should be able to express your ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Basic tips for planning a wedding
- Planning a wedding should be fun and exciting. However, if you don't do the proper research and stay within your budget things can go bad in a hurry. What you need is to keep things well organized and simple. Here are some tips to help make sure your weeding plans go smoothly.1. The first thing you should decide is how big and complex you want your wedding to be. Do you want a small wedding...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Cultivating spiritual intimacy
- When two people - destined for each other, come together, there is often an incredible amount of combustibility. Combustion occurs when two or more substances react chemically together, resulting in the giving off of heat and light; often called burning. In the same manner, two people joined together by God can spiritually set each other on fire.However, after being married a while that sen...