Honesty

As many times as people mention honesty and how important it is in a marriage, I really don’t think they believe it. Too many times couples that are dating are blinded by the feelings they have toward each other, often leading them to hide how they really are. I just wish that couples would take the time to build a relationship before tying the proverbial knot. It is equally as important to love your mate as it is to trust them and the promises that they make to you. Sometimes promises are made before the marriage takes place, promises that are forgotten or neglected once the marriage is final. In cultures where marriage is a true bond, and not something recyclable, this can be particularly dissatisfying. Once you find out that you are living with someone you don’t really know, then it is really too late. Your marriage mate should be your best friend, it is important to be truthful and honest when courting. Be who you really are.

When you’re not the first…

Tying up with someone who had history of a previous relationship can be a real complicated thing. But you must also appreciate the fact that the person had the courage and honesty to tell you all about it. So be careful that the person you are getting involved with has been hurt previously, and you would not want to hurt that person’s feeling again by doing something which might be similar to his/her past experience.

That’s why, it is important that you two have a frank talk about this previous relationship, and try to understand the reason behind the break-up. Analyze if it was due to money related issues or differences over having children; family issues or physical abuse related worries. Developing a better perception of your partner’s past relationship and its curtailment will definitely help you in laying a stronger and more mature foundation for a much stronger relationship with him/her.

Virginity is a thing of past!

Virginity of a girl used to be a very sensitive issue in earlier times; and is still considered a great virtue in many traditional and orthodox societies. But in the context of the changing times where more and more women are now stepping out of the fore walls of their houses, this issue seems to be slowly taking a backseat in the psyche of unmarried men.

Today, men are more open in this regard as they themselves are indulging in pre-marital sexual relationships just for pleasure. And the same trend has been seen in young girls, who do not mind indulging in safe sex for pleasure now. And it also seems quite pertinent that once these young girls and boys decide to get into a serious relationship such as marriage; they would definitely have their past indulgences in mind vis-à-vis the flings that their perspective partners would have in their past life.

Making your own centerpieces

Weddings are getting ridiculously expensive these days. It is so easy to go overboard on simple things like flowers for the wedding and reception. My cousin spent about four thousand dollars on flowers alone!!! Have you ever considered making your own centerpieces?There are many benefits. One is that you will get exactly what you want, tailored to your personal taste. It is also a great option for a bride on a budget. I know it may seem like a daunting task, and it is time consuming, but it will pay off in the long run.

There are a lot of companies out there that can help with this project. You can go to stores like AC Moore, Micheals craft store, or even online stores that you can order in bulk from, such as Oriental Trading Post. These places offer vases, candles, rose petals, silk flowers, etc. There is something there for any type of centerpiece you can dream up.

How about a topiary? It is great for a budget and pretty much fool proof. Another awesome and unique centerpiece design that I have seen, and is also friendly for your wallet, is putting a beta fish in a bowl on your tables with a small plant inside. The beta fish come in many colors, and your guests will love watching them.

Wedding Day Jitters

There comes a time in every man and woman’s life when they feel some sort of anxiety. Just like wedding jitters, all married couples have experienced it at some point before the wedding or on the wedding day. It’s a natural reaction that happens automatically because you are getting prepared for something big that will change and make a difference in your life. A permanent life long commitment to a person till death do you both part.

In order to stop the jitters you’re feeling; it’s recommended to take a few minutes to calm yourself. Don’t over analyze what you’re feeling it can lead you to make and ask yourself questions you have no answer for. After taking some calming breaths, think positive. Think of how happy you are to get married to the person you. If you love this person then there isn’t anything to worry about. The jitters happen unconsciously and if it didn’t happen to you, then you are lucky to not have experienced it.

Tie The Knot

Next month we have three weddings to attend.When weddings come up, the first and most difficult thing is buying gifts. I don’t like to give money. I want to buy something which they use for lifelong.Or I would like to contribute money for the honeymoon which is a memorable trip.One of our friend’s daughter asked to contribute money for buying a new car and other friend’s daughter put Home Depot as one of the store in the gift registry,since they just bought a new house.When my daughter got married she got lots of pots and pans for gift.But she doesn’t cook that much, so most of the pots and panns are brand new and is not used.So it is better to buy something that they use very often

List of things to remember before wedding

When you’re getting married, all the planning you do before hand becomes hectic. You feel frustrated and hurried at some point and time. Taking notice of some last minute details will give you more time to relax.

- Have final payments ready and organized so you won’t forget them later.

- Bring a sewing kit for emergency stitching or repairing rips and tears.

- It might be handy to bring Tide-to-go if you accidentally spill or have stains.

- Know the schedule and how everything is suppose to be on the big day. You wouldn’t want to embarrass yourself by doing something wrong or forgetting your roles.

- Make sure to have everything for your honeymoon ready and prepared for your departure. You wouldn’t want to lose your passport.

- Lastly, don’t forget to send out invitations of the time and place of where your reception is going to be held. You need to keep your guests updated on these modifications.

A Soul mate at the click of a mouse button!

We are indeed quite fortunate to be living in the times of the super fast Cyber media called Internet. Our fathers and grand fathers were not that blessed. They didn’t have the privilege of chatting with their perspective life partners or sharing views and ideas over the internet. But you lucky 21st century fellow, you have the control of Internet in your hands, which makes it easy to date a desired partner with the click of just a mouse button

If you’re indeed preparing yourself to meet your soul mate, internet can help you take instant action now. Some of the best pairs that I know of, also made their dream come true with the help of this amazing world-wide-web; the internet. And what’s grand about this media is that you don’t need to confine yourself to national boundaries for finding your accurate match. You have the entire world in front of you to search your partner, share your thoughts and ideas with, talk about your dreams, your aspirations, your goals and so on.

Exchanging Vows

I really care for you…I really love you. You must have spoken these words many times with your lover. But once you make the decision of tying the knot with your lover, these words take a different meaning all together. The decision of spending the rest of your life together is a very big one, and you must be more realistic in making promises to your partner. It is not just about your dreams, your ambitions, your goals; now you also have to take into consideration your partner’s dreams, aspirations and desires also.

A married life is not just about the freedom of physical proximity; it also brings along responsibilities involved with moving in a new house, planning your family, budgeting your expenses, planning for a child etc. And all these responsibilities involve a straightforward and practical approach for chalking out feasible solutions in frank and open discussions with your partner.

Destination weddings

When people think of destination weddings, you usually think of being up on a high hill somewhere like Hawaii or the Carribean. I must admit, this does sound great to me! The warm breeze through your hair, the beautiful sounds and sights of nature all around you. But is there any other locations that you can think of? Any destinations that may be really special, but aren’t the first thing that come to your mind when you hear of this type of wedding? Sure there are. Here are just a few of the endless locations that we have available to us.

I never would have thought of this myself, but someone that my sister knew actually got married at a zoo! You heard right, A ZOO!! He was an elephant trainer, and actually had the elephant involved in the wedding ceremony. It is such an interesting location that I am positive not many people would think of.

Another wedding location that I personally would have loved is Ireland. Can you imagine getting married amidst the beautiful culture, and the rolling hills of Ireland. It may not be as sunny as the beach, but boy is it gorgeous!

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