Select the right wedding day ready room

Nothing adds to stress like not having what you need the moment you need it in an important situation.  Consider this list when selecting a place to get ready before the ceremony. 1. Access to the room with enough lead time before the wedding.  You may want to ensure you can have access to the… Continue reading Select the right wedding day ready room

The cheapest deal in town

I hear a version of this question all the time Do you know a baker, DJ, florist, photographer, etc that isn’t too expensive/has reasonable prices/is inexpensive/doesn’t cost too much/is low cost? It is easy to get sticker shock when doing research on what putting a wedding together actually costs.  I get that.  Letting price be… Continue reading The cheapest deal in town

Beware of the Wedding Tax

This is really a big deal Research shows that getting married is in the top 10 of the most stressful things you’ll ever experience.  Its right up there with getting cancer or other major illness, going to prison,  death of a close family member, and getting fired. Too much stress leads to: Bad decision making Irritability Risky behavior Forgetfulness Wedding vendors… Continue reading Beware of the Wedding Tax

Comparison, the Thief of Joy

Comparison kills dreams. Apps are great.  Facebook groups are great.  Online forums  are great.  There is value is hearing about the successes and mistakes of and frustrations of other brides. It feels good to commune with people going through the same thing as you.  There is a kinship there.  I get that.   But be… Continue reading Comparison, the Thief of Joy

5 Reasons to accept/reject a $25 engagement ring

The $25 Engagement Ring Have you heard about this?  Its all over the internet.  Apparently Kay Jewelers has caused quite an uproar. Over the holidays they were allegedly offering a diamond and sterling silver engagement ring for $25.   Whether or not this ad is a hoax or it is real, it has definitely uncovered a… Continue reading 5 Reasons to accept/reject a $25 engagement ring