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The Importance of Underwear

You’re probably wondering just where this blog post is going, based on the title. And it could obviously go in many directions. I only need to preface this by saying that I’m sharing this true story to give you a chuckle. I’ll assume you have enough sense to wear underwear to your own wedding. As . . .

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Wedding Rehearsal, Part Three – Conducting Your Own

You’ve decided that you’re confident in running your own rehearsal. Be sure to talk through the details of the ceremony, particularly the Processional, with your wedding officiant. Picture in your mind how you would like the ceremony to flow. When I work with a couple I give them as many ideas as they like on . . .

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Wedding Rehearsal, Part Two – Including Your Officiant

You want your wedding ceremony to come off without a hitch. And maybe you’re juggling the ceremony and the related festivities on a budget. How do you decide who runs your rehearsal? If you’re working at a larger venue there is likely an experienced staff person that will guide you through the rehearsal. While you . . .

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Wedding Rehearsal, Part One – Should I Have One?

When planning a large, traditional wedding ceremony you’ll inevitably include a rehearsal as part of your plans and include a dinner for the attendees. If your ceremony is to be a small, casual affair you’ll likely forego the rehearsal aspect of the festivities. In between these two extremes reside many of your weddings: small to . . .

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To Cry or Not to Cry?

Let’s explore smiles and tears. We usually experience both at a wedding ceremony. We often think of these as manifestations of opposite emotions. During weddings they hopefully both portray joy. Imagine a visitor from another galaxy visiting and us trying to explain this seeming contradiction to them! How would we define when tears are joyful . . .

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