Let me tell you, one of the hardest things about planning my own wedding was trying to write the wedding ceremony. I was not a fan of the traditional vows (I obey no one but myself thankyouverymuch) and really wanted to find something that reflected our concept of what we wanted our relationship to be. If you’re in the same boat but looking for alternative vows with a more literary lean lean – here’s some wedding vows inspired by Jane Austen!
Music: iPod Playlist for a DJ-Less Wedding Reception
A reader on my Facebook page requested a post about song suggestions for an iPod playlist for a DJ-less wedding reception. She likes all kinds of music (Top 40 on the radio with a mix of some late ’90s and lots of classics) but her fiance has the complete opposite taste in music. They’d really just like a variety of songs that will make everyone happy (from 20 and 30 somethings to the older crowd, too). In my experience, a collection of songs from the ’80s/’90s along with some pop-style country and big hits from the ’50s/’60s are the best mix for a wedding reception. Here are my suggestions:
12 Months of Fitness: Challenge #10 – Portion Control
Are you ready for your next 12 Months of Fitness (#12MoF) challenge? Check out the introduction to 12 Months of Fitness here. My testers have been tackling this challenge since mid-September and are sharing how they handled practicing portion control.
12 Months of Fitness: Challenge #9 – Make a Holiday Plan
Are you ready for your next 12 Months of Fitness (#12MoF) challenge? Check out the introduction to 12 Months of Fitness here. My testers have been tackling this challenge since mid-August and are sharing how they are planning to tackle the holiday season celebrations.
Partnered Post: Amazing Wedding Rings for Under $1,000 from Fragments
Located in Soho, one of the trendiest fashion neighborhoods in New York City, it’s no wonder that jewelry aficionados often fall head over heels for the bridal jewelry at Fragments. Fragments plays host to a huge roster of some of today’s most appreciated jewelry designers, and has been featured everywhere from People magazine and Vogue magazine, to Harper’s Bazaar magazine to InStyle magazine.
What’s great is that with Fragments, you won’t have to sacrifice style because of your budget. They have a TON of budget friendly bridal accessory options you are going to love.
Partnered Post: SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA BRIDES: 5 WAYS TO SAVE WITH REVOLUTION WED
If you are engaged in southern California, you probably already know that southern California and New York are the most expensive places to get married in the whole country. Thank goodness Revolution Wed, a southern California DJ and officiant service, offers local brides five ways to save.
12 Months of Fitness: Challenge #8 – Skip Dessert
Are you ready for your next 12 Months of Fitness (#12MoF) challenge? Check out the introduction to 12 Months of Fitness here. My testers have been tackling this challenge since mid-March and are sharing their experiences with skipping dessert.
12 Months of Fitness: Where Everyone’s At
Are you ready for your next 6 months of the 12 Months of Fitness (#12MoF) challenge? Check out the introduction to 12 Months of Fitness here and then take a moment to reassess how you’re doing so far. Don’t stress out if you’re having a tough time doing all the ones so far – this process is about finding what works for you.
Planning Your Dream Wedding On a Budget: The Cost (A Guest Post from Heather of On The Go Bride)
I won’t forget the excitement I felt the day my now-fiancé, then-boyfriend, finally proposed. We had met two years prior while I was visiting the USA for the summer from Canada. After spending one too many hours with the under 12 crowd (as a nanny), I felt the need to seek out local friends. Scott and I met online, and I won’t say it was love-at-first-sight, but certainly love-at-first-week! Tragic, for a pair who would be forced to part ways just 4 weeks later. We made a decision to make it work, whatever it took; to beat the odds. I had two years remaining in my bachelor’s degree and we would have to live apart for at least that long. Our decision was quick, but we were all in.
Partnered Post: Honeymoon Packing Do’s and Don’ts from Honeymoon Pixie
Packing properly for your honeymoon will minimize any stress caused by forgetting to pack an essential item or from having too many pieces of luggage to transport. Since adding more than one checked bag on most airlines is expensive, it’s a good idea to try and stick with one bag each. You can fit plenty of clothes and essentials in your luggage if you follow these honeymoon packing do’s and don’ts from the experts. Here’s what you need to know when packing for your honeymoon.
The Ranty Bride Takes on Unplugged Weddings
After reading this article on technology-free weddings, I was surprised at some of the backlash. (Though, I probably shouldn’t be, as every decision surrounding a wedding from napkin color to program protocol seems to be divisive.) We went no phones, no cameras at our wedding ceremony, and it was one of the best decisions we made that day.
12 Months of Fitness: Challenge #7 – Add One Serving of a Vegetable or Fruit a Day
Are you ready for your next 12 Months of Fitness (#12MoF) challenge? Check out the introduction to 12 Months of Fitness here. My testers have been tackling this challenge since mid-March and are sharing their experiences with adding one serving of a vegetable or fruit a day..
