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  • 16 Jul
    by Rosemary
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    Tips for writing your own vows

    Do you want to write your own vows? Beautifully personalized vows express what is in your heart. These are the words you have been waiting to hear from one another, the most important words that will ever pass between you.
    You might promise to be true to one another, loyal, hold each other’s confidences, [...]

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  • 1 Jul
    by Rosemary
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    Are you considering an unusual location for your wedding?

    Couples have been married on motorcycles, on horseback, while scuba diving, in hot air balloons, you name it and someone has probably done it! Many brides and grooms want to get married in a place that reflects their history as a couple.
    Here in the Phoenix area there are many beautiful sites [...]

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  • 17 Jun
    by Rosemary
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    The best weddings and receptions reflect the heritage, religious beliefs and family traditions of the bride and groom.

    Recently, I had the privilege of being the florist for the wedding of Beth and Wayne. When I arrived at the reception site to get things set up, I was struck by the way family and friends had helped them turn a very plain church cultural center room, into a warm, inviting space that spoke [...]

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  • 11 May
    by Rosemary
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    10 Mistakes To Avoid When Planning Your Wedding

    1. Blowing off your budget
    It costs a lot of money to throw a wedding. Excited brides sometimes start booking vendors and making purchases without having a real budget. You could find that you have spent all your money (or your parents’ money) and don’t have half the things you will need. Planning a [...]

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  • 16 Feb
    by Rosemary
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    Are you dreaming of a perfectly color-coordinated wedding?

    One of the first things a bride- to-be starts thinking about is her wedding color scheme! It can be a bit overwhelming, with all the beautiful choices available.
    In researching color trends, I came across this wonderful website; www.dessy.com/PANTONE. Pantone, the Worlds Color Authority, has partnered with The Dessy Group to provide brides with a collection [...]

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  • 16 Jan
    by Rosemary
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    A Day In The Life…

    One of the best things about being a part of the Association of Bridal Consultants is the on-going education we receive. In fact, you cannot be a member without proving on-going education each year. Our Arizona chapter meets once a month, and there are Bridal Consultants and excellent vendors to exchange ideas with and learn [...]

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  • 16 Dec
    by Rosemary
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    Preplanning—Wedding Basics Checklist

     You just got engaged!  The feeling of being on “cloud nine” is often quickly replaced by feelings of anxiety at the prospect of wedding planning.  Wait!  Take time to absorb the wonderful feeling of being engaged.  Once you have collected yourself and your thoughts the first step should be a pre-planning session with the one [...]

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  • 1 Nov
    by Rosemary
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    What will you do with the food that is leftover from your wedding reception?

    What will you do with the food that is leftover from your wedding reception?  Did you know that almost 50,000 children go to bed hungry each night in Maricopa County alone?  Did you know that here in the Phoenix area there is a great agency that will collect your leftovers and deliver them to your [...]

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