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Unity ceremony

The Unity Candle Ceremony is considered to be a symbolic part of the wedding ceremony. The lighting of the candles signifies the union of husband, wife and both their families.

The unity candle set comprises of two taper candles and a large candle that are placed in a candelabra. The largest of the three candles is called the unity candle. The couple takes one taper candle each and lights the large unity candle together symbolizing the unity of their new lives together. Before the ceremony begins, you need to ensure that your candles light. You might also want to keep the taper candles burning before the ceremony. You can also have both set of parents take part in the ceremony to symbolize the union of both the families. If you have children, they can also participate in the lighting of candles. It is a good idea to have your favorite love song play during the ceremony. After all it is your wedding. You can customize the ceremony as you want it. Just seek the approval of the pastor.

Posted on December 29, 2008

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The wedding ring

If it is a wedding ring, the most obvious choice is a diamond one. Diamond is the hardest substance on earth and so it is a good token of eternal love. Diamond rings are available in a variety of colors and cuts.

A single diamond can have as many as 57 facets. The whiter the color of the diamond, the more expensive it is. The price of the diamond also depends on the clarity of the stone. The most modern style uses platinum setting for the stone. Platinum is more expensive than even gold. This is so as platinum is hard to manufacture. It takes almost ten tons of ore to produce an ounce of platinum in comparison to three to four tons of ore needed to make an ounce of gold. Also there are very few platinum mines compared to gold ones. Thus, platinum setting diamond rings are so expensive. Before choosing a platinum diamond wedding ring, it is extremely important that you see the signage or engraving that says PLAT or PT950. This proves that the platinum is authentic and is almost 95 percent pure platinum. If these signage is there, you can be sure that the platinum is worth investing in.

Posted on December 25, 2008

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Wedding TV: First Episode

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Posted on December 20, 2008

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Marriage license

A marriage license is a formal document that you need to have in order to get married. Different states in America have different sets of conditions regarding the license.

However, the basic criteria remain the same. The person authorized to perform the ceremony must have a copy of the marriage certificate by law. The legal age for marrying in the UK is just 16. Scottish law does not need any parental consent unlike the laws in England and Wales. However, the laws in US are stricter. When citizens apply for a marriage license, then it is publicized in the paper. This way, they can verify if all the information provided are correct. The marriage license records are stored with the government for life. This helps in tracking down any particular individual if necessary. With the advent of the internet, you can even find out find your marriage license online. Thus, if you want your marriage to be legally registered, then you will need to have a valid marriage license.

Posted on December 18, 2008

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Having a professional wedding video

Your wedding day is the most important day of your life. So it needs to be captured in a video to preserve it for life.

When you become old, you can sit with your grandchildren and enjoy an evening seeing the video and remembering the good times. You will need to hire someone professional to capture all those precious moments. If he is a professional, then you will not need to mention the intricate details he needs to capture. He will already know what to do. A pro would know all the tricks of the trade that is required to make the video look sleek and attractive. He will know how to make it look elegant and creative. You can also ask one of your relatives to shoot a video for you but then you cannot expect it to be as good as the professional version. So it is suggested that you spend some money on someone professional rather than have it done by an amateur. After all, it is to be cherished for life.

Posted on November 30, 2008

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Tips for stress free wedding

There are certain things that you must keep in mind while sending your wedding invitation.

First and foremost is that you need to send out your wedding invitation with proper time in hand. If you send out your wedding invitation too late, then there may be guests who would not be able to make it to the wedding no matter how much they love it. Also ensure that the address is updated. Stick to near and dear ones. There is no need to invite everyone you have met in your life. Make sure you have a list of to do things chalked out. This way, there will be less chances of you forgetting what to do and what not to do. Draw up a budget and stick to it. Try and get the menu and venue details organized before hand. Any last minute rush is bound to create stress. It would be nice if you can try out your dress, makeup and hair at least once before the D day. This way, you will know what to expect.

Posted on November 18, 2008

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Looking good in your wedding photographs

Your wedding went without a glitch. But when it came to your wedding photographs, then you looked awful. So what can you do to ensure that you look good in your snaps? The first step is to hire a good photographer. Do not be stingy in that area. Wedding snaps are souvenirs for life and you should not compromise on that front. Do not opt for complicated or gawdy hairstyle and veil. You will be busy the entire day and will not have time to check the mirror. So if your hair style goes haywire, then you will not know it and your photographs will be awful. Make sure your mascara is waterproof or else they will start melting the moment you cry. You will definitely not want black eyes on your wedding day. Also avoid powder based eyeshadow. Avoid glossy lipstick as you will eat it up. You can use a matt shade and apply a coat of sheer lipstick atop. Make sure your make up is soft and natural. Too harsh makeup will make you look awful. Stick to soft shades of pinks and browns. Ensure that your foundation does not cake. Black and white photographs have a soft feel to it.

Posted on November 12, 2008

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Your wedding vows

Writing your wedding vows all alone can be a tough job. It is better to sit with your partner and let your ideas flow together.

The best way to start is to think of the weddings that you have attended and the vows that were taken. That will give you a starting point. It is best for you to discuss why you are getting married. That will give you good ideas. Think about what both of you mean to each other and how you feel for each other. This is a good place to start. Try and express your feelings to each other. This way, you will have enough ideas for the vows. The wedding vows can consist of your fears and hopes and dreams. It can be anything that you wish to say to each other. The only criteria are that, it should flow from your heart. Once you are ready with what you want to write, you m ust document your feelings so that you do not forget it. Wedding vows are extremely important. They define how your life together will be. So you must give it utmost importance.

Posted on November 04, 2008

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Honeymoon destination

Maui and Hawaii are the most popular island destination in US, according to surveys. You can choose them for your honeymoon destination.

Maui is often called the "Valley Isle" as it is located between two volcanoes. The island is a popular choice among honeymooners. The weather is pleasant all the year round. It is better to book it with a local travel agent or online. You can stay on the either side of the island. The western side has most of the resorts locate there. The eastern side is quieter. And you can see rainforests and waterfalls. You can visit the historic town of Lahaina. You can swim and snorkel at Wailea beach. You can also opt for whale watching or join a fishing cruise. Evenings can be left to enjoy the river cruise and dinner and music. It is a perfect romantic setting for the honeymooners. After coming back to the island you can either relax in the open air bars or watch a fire dance. If you are fond of art, then you can visit the art galleries and buy something for home. You will also find souvenirs that you might want to get for friends or familiers.

Posted on October 24, 2008

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How to properly prepare for a wedding

A wedding needs to be perfect. It usually happens only once in a lifetime, and everything needs to be in its proper place, or else a wedding can be ruined.

In order for a wedding to go off smoothly, proper planning needs to be done. Whilst planning a wedding, one of the first and most important factors to come into play is the budget. Although it is hard to stick to a certain budget, it is important not to exceed it by too much either. This budget needs to be broken up into several segments such as catering, transportation, entertainment and accommodation to name a few. After the budget is broken up, a lot of choices have to be made like where the wedding venue will be, what band to hire for the wedding, which caterers will supply what kind of food, how the wedding cake will be and so on. The list can go on and on. All this can be taken care of with proper and diligent delegation of duties. Once people have been assigned duties, it is important for a responsible person to oversee the entire process of the wedding. This way, one can make sure that everything goes off smoothly and as planned.

Posted on October 16, 2008

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Weddings and how to delegate duties

A wedding is the time for joy and celebration! Everyone looks forward to a wedding, as it can be a lot of fun! Most people also love to lend a helping hand, and this is one offer nobody should refuse.

Taking all the responsibility one’s shoulders is definitely not a good idea, as this is something that will wear a person down. Delegating duties at the time of a wedding is an important task. It takes a lot of responsibility off the shoulders of the person organising the wedding. If one has the resources and budget it would be a good idea to hire a professional wedding planner. But a wedding can be an expensive affair as it is, and everyone cannot afford to hire a professional wedding planner. This is when one should take help from close friends and family, who will no doubt, be more than willing to lend a helping hand. Any successful wedding has to be planned properly, and responsibilities can be divided into various segments from food and beverage to transportation, accommodation to invitations. There are many more segments, and it will help if each of these is allotted to a responsible person. This way, things will go smoothly, and everyone can enjoy a peaceful and wonderful wedding!

Posted on October 14, 2008

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How to prepare for a hassle free wedding

Weddings are a time for celebration, but that does no mean that they are completely stress free. One has to take care of several things, and if even one of those things goes wrong, it could lead to a complete catastrophe.

In order to have a wedding run properly and smoothly, one has to be extremely organised and diligent. Lists have to be made and executed to the finest detail. It is a great idea to delegate duties to others, as taking everything is one’s hand is not really possible and could lead to a lot of strain on both the body and mind. It is also extremely important to try and maintain some sort of budget. Although this budget will invariably be exceeded, one has to try not going overboard, as a wedding can be quite strenuous on the wallet. Even the budget needs to broken up and allocated accordingly. People also need to be paid in time, or else things may get delayed and block up the whole process. All in all, if a wedding is planned properly, everything will definitely run smoothly, and everyone can enjoy this joyous event without worries or troubles.

Posted on October 12, 2008

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