Engaging: Evan and Carnell

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Our beautiful couple, Evan and Carnell met in college at Auburn and have been together ever since. Here are a few pictures of their engagement session with the awesome Jeremy Harwell. The couple will be married this summer! Their wedding will be filled with surprises for their guests. Stay tuned for details.
Photos: Harwell Photography

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How To Register Your Foreign Marriage in Malaysia

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How To Register Your Foreign Marriage in Malaysia is a Copyright post of My Wedding Planning Tips It is a global world we live in and as more and more Malaysian couples choose to register their marriages overseas, it is important to register your marriage in Malaysia too to ensure it is legalised there. I’ve [...]

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How to Engage Your Groom in the Decision Making
Process

post from African American Brides Blog on 21 June 2011 05:36:00 PM. © African American Brides Blog

- guest post by Samantha Dockery of Bliss By Sam Weddings

It is unfortunate that most people think of the wedding day as the bride?s day when in fact it is a significant day for the groom as well. After all, isn?t he the one that got the ball rolling by popping the question?
With that being said, it?s very unfair to not involve your groom when it comes to the decision making process for the wedding. We know that, in general, most men don?t care about what shade of pink the cocktail napkins will be; however, here are some key things you can do to ensure they enjoy the planning process and your wedding day just as much as you will:
1. Set priorities for the budget together. Talk about what is most important to each of you and ensure funds are allocated appropriately to that budget category.
2. Once you?ve completed Step 1, put him in charge of choosing the wedding professional for that category. Remember ? only impose on his decision if it goes against the grain for the entire theme of your wedding. Otherwise, sit back and relax. See, doesn't it feel good to delegate a bit?
3. Let him choose his attire. This is tricky because he most likely hasn?t seen your dress. The most important pieces of information you need to provide him with are the color of your dress (a swatch would be best because there are many different shades of white and cream) and wedding colors.

Again, swatches of linen would be great for him to use. Armed with these, the formal-wear shop will work with him to make a decision on what suit or tuxedo will best compliment your dress and formality of the wedding. If you want to go the extra mile, show the salesperson at the formal-wear shop a picture of your dress. They?ve done this enough that they know not to spill the beans!
4. Review the checklist of all the tasks that need to be completed for the wedding. Let him choose the ones he wants to be responsible for. Also, be sure that the time-lines for completion of each task is clearly denoted. If necessary, gentle reminders regarding upcoming due dates are a nice touch but don?t be overbearing. After all, this is the man you?re marrying. Don?t treat him like a child during this process.
Following the tips above will surely assist with smoothing over the planning process for your wedding. Congratulations on your engagement ? now get your groom engaged in the process!

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Bliss by Sam is one of the most sought after event-planning firms in Durham, NC and the surrounding areas. Samantha Dockery Sam and her team work with busy, discerning brides to reduce stress throughout their wedding planning process and on their wedding day, so they can relax and enjoy the moment. Their gorgeous work has been featured in everything from The Knot.com to Weddings Magazine, Southern Bride and Groom Magazine and Durham Magazine. Check them out at www.blissbysam.com or on their blog at http://daringdevoted.com

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Just Married! Natacha and Francesco

post from Italian Lakes Wedding Planner on 21 June 2011 05:10:15 PM. © Italian Lakes Wedding Planner

A vintage Fiat 500 was again one of the main character of a wedding on Lake Orta.
This is a special one…it has also a name Gigetta. Gigetta was the special surprise Natacha our bride wanted to give to Francesco just outside the church after the ceremony.

Natacha and Francesco reached Lake Orta from Switzerland.
They opted for a religious ceremony in the church of Maria Assunta in Orta village that was really moving. The reception party was held in Castello di Miasino on the hills above Lake Orta.

Have a look to Natacha’s bouquet.
This is an evergreen a round shaped one with all Vendela roses, classic but always wonderful!

We show you today the first pictures of the event taken by Piero Gatti the photographer that our bride and groom chose for their wedding.

We already introduced Piero Gatti who is specialized in weddings over Stresa and Baveno but sometimes he also like working on Lake Orta.
Piero Gatti was the the photographer of our first Just Married post in 2011: Cristina and Renzo’s wedding to Madonna del Sasso church.

We will come back again telling you about Natacha and Francesco’s wedding with many images of their wedding on Lake Orta but for now… all our best to the newly weds!

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Fourth of July Wedding Details!

post from Tickled Pink Brides - Orlando, Florida's Premier Wedding Planner on 21 June 2011 05:09:16 PM. © Tickled Pink Brides - Orlando, Florida's Premier Wedding Planner

In honor of Independence Day (my personal favorite holiday of the entire year!), here are some clever and charming elements that you could blend into your wedding day. And remember, you don't have to take the theme too far. Sometimes less is more... use accents of red, white and blue in a few key aspects of your wedding to create a tastefully patriotic day. Many of these ideas could be carried into any wedding!

I'm OBSESSED with these Anthropologie dresses for bridesmaids. Talk about being able to wear it again! The little red wedges are adorable as well. What a great touch that doesn't scream "theme" but still gives you that Fourth of July feel. Remember that if you do a print like this, keep the flowers neutral otherwise it can be a bit of an overload :)

For another trace of the holidays try incorporating the color into your invitations! What a cute way to get your guests excited about your wedding day festivities! These are from Zazzle... the price is sure to make you smile.

These fabric stars are great for a DIY bride and adorable to hang around the wedding reception. You could also use the smallest version as an option for your flowergirls to carry down the aisle!

This plating design just gives a tiny hint of the Fourth! I could even see this in a more formal venue like a hotel ballroom or reception hall.

To expand the holiday to your Grand Exit, check out the navy blue getaway car below. Your white dress against this bright blue would make for a great photo opp!

What would a Fourth of July wedding be without sparklers??

If you want to go all out for your Fourth of July bash... prepare to be inspired by the room below. I'm loving the damask print with pops of blue and very clean cut white! So chic yet still festive!

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Unique Wedding Centerpieces for Non-Traditional
Brides

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Fabric flowers in EVERY style for your whole
bridal party from Make Believe'N

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Competition winner A Alicia accessories

post from English Wedding Blog on 21 June 2011 02:55:47 PM. © English Wedding Blog

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A Super Cool Camper Van Irish Wedding Ivor & CJ

post from OMG I'm Getting Married UK Wedding Blog | UK Wedding Design and Inspiration for the fabulous and fashion forward bride to be. on 21 June 2011 01:46:32 PM. © OMG I'm Getting Married UK Wedding Blog | UK Wedding Design and Inspiration for the fabulous and fashion forward bride to be.

I am super pleased to be sharing with you this summertime cool campervan wedding, shot by the lovely Hector and Charlie of We Heart Pictures! CJ and Ivor were married in July of this year at St John’s and the Londonderry Arms in Carnlough, N.Ireland. A family friend, Fr Gerry Cassidy, said the mass making it super [...]

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Summer Fun! {And Ilah is 17 Months Old!}

This post will be two-fold....it will highlight the fun that Ilah and I had in the pool yesterday, and it will also note her 17 month milestones!

Earlier this month I prepped for the fun summer days ahead that would be spent at the pool and bought this pool/beach bag. It is the perfect size for everything that I need to put in it to make a trek on down to our subdivision's pool. It might be hard to see in this photo but there are pockets in front that make it super accessible to grab sunscreen, the cell phone, or Ilah's sippy cup, etc.
At the end of summer last year, I bought this floating canopy at Target....
And scored it for just $3.24!

So summer is here and it's time to live it up! So yesterday we ventured to the pool. It doesn't matter if we're getting ready to leave the house for hours, or just walking down to the pool in our neighborhood, the same amount of time and energy goes into both tasks. Ha! I got Ilah dressed in her bathsuit - and then followed by about 99 other things {I know you mom's can relate}, we were finally out the door...
Ilah, you turned 17 months old last week! You are becoming such a big girl! You are up to a lot of things.....
You have started to purposely walk on your tippy-toes. It's so cute and makes us laugh!

When we ask you how old you are, you hold up your index finger to show us that you are ONE!

Mommy taught you how to fold your hands and pray...every time you hear the word "pray" you clasp your hands. Such sweetness.

Your Abuela taught you how to praise the Lord...when we ask you to show us, you raise up your hands! Melts my heart! You love bubble and now can blow them on your own!

You slide down the stairs on your bottom now.

You are eating more with a fork.

You have a big appetite - and are starting to become picky with what foods you will eat.

You "thumb through" your books with paper pages.

You now imitate all the actions that you see Dora the Explorer {and other cartoon characters} doing! Ha Ha! For several months now, you have known all your major body parts {hair, eyes, ears, nose, mouth, tummy, feet} and can point to them. We started teaching you additional things, and now you can tell us where your knees and teeth are and where your tongue is.

You have started to pronounce your words more clearly.

You have started sleeping with a pillow {which started last month when you had a cold and it was advised by your pediatrician to prop a pillow under your head to help with nasal drainage} - we kept it in your crib even after your cold passed; you love your pillow!

I thought that you had transitioned to just one nap a day but some days you still do two.

Mommy bought you a stool a few weeks ago that allows you to sit down and play with some of your bigger toys, rather than standing. You love it!

Speaking of stools...I also got you a step stool last week but it will be a little while before you will begin using it. I bought it for you because it was too cute to pass up!

You have started to cross your arms across your chest! What?!

You enjoy playing with your Melissa & Doug animal puzzle - you have started to know which animals go where and put them in their right place.

You are growing, growing, growing....into a size 7 shoe. You have started to put your fingers in your ears as if something is too loud. But you do it just to be goofy!

Recently you started lifting up your leg and reaching it to the very top of your crib rail. Mercy Ilah. Please keep yourself in that crib!

You try to climb up on to the couch but haven't mastered that just yet. As with everything....soon enough you will.

You have started to remove our clothing...and I'm not talking about socks. You started doing that when you were just months old. A few weeks ago you took off your pajama top while in your crib. Your daddy saw that you were shirtless on the monitor and told me, "look at this girl!"

You love to brush your teeth.

You help mommy pick up your toys and put them away.

This week mommy was cleaning up some water that spilled and you followed me to the kitchen, where I handed you a paper towel...and on your own you walked over to the spill and cleaned it ALL UP with the paper towel!

And yesterday.....you went inside of a pool for the first time!!!.......
And you looked SO cute in your little bathing suit!!!
Notice the "No Diving" sign and check out Ilah's pose! ....

We had so much fun at the pool yesterday. And surprisingly I discovered that relaxation can still be had even with a 17 month old at my side.
Daddy wished that he was with us but it was just you and me Ilah, as daddy had to work : ( But I sent him pictures of all the fun that you were having! Which only made him wish that he was with us all the more.

How cute is a baby's bathing suit hung up to dry over a shower curtain rod!?!....
Ilah, you make every day a fun one! I just LOVE being your mommy and I am so happy that YOU are MINE!!