Keeping the kids involved

I have been a music therapist in schools and a camp counselor for years. I love kids and my reception wouldn't be complete without them. However, I don't want them to just sit around and get bored. I'm going to provide some quiet toys, books, coloring, etc. for them, but I also want to get them.... [Read more]

Are black and red too formal for a morning wedding?

Our daughter is getting married at 10:00 am in a park in Colorado. It may or may not be outdoors, depending on the weather. Her strapless, white satin gown with beading is what I would consider formal. Her 3 bridesmaids will be in black tea-length satin dresses, each of a different style, and they.... [Read more]

Groomsman can't make the rehearsal

Hello.

My brother, his fiance and their 2 year old child are all in my Wedding. However they live in Colorado and the wedding is in New Mexico. Suddenly they are have problems with the time frame of coming to New Mexico. My brothers fiance has to work Friday morning and that evening is the.... [Read more]

Personal Bridal Shower Theme

I recently received an invitation to a wedding shower that indicated it would be a "personal shower." We were given hints that the bride wanted books, lotion, clothes, etc. At first I thought I had mistaken what I read, but a friend confirmed that the bride wanted "personal" gifts because she.... [Read more]

Cake or pie

Our wedding is not until next year in November. I have done alot of planning already and I have a fiance that is willing to give ideas. We are paying for our own wedding and would like it to be different with a traditional feel. I have read in many bridal magazine where the cake is over-rated. We.... [Read more]