I am not much of a vacation person. Actually, the vacations I have taken in my life are far and few between. And now that we have four kids, the thought of taking a vacation for an extended period of time seems like a luxury that I could not even dream.
So when my new bride and I were married last weekend, we had already decided that the most we could do was a “mini honeymoon”. This would encompass three nights and two days at the Hotel Monteleon in the French Quarter of New Orleans. ...
Archive for July, 2008
The Joy of a Mini Honeymoon
by TK July 31st, 2008
Honeymoon
The Wedding Engagement- How Long Should it Last?
by Patti July 30th, 2008
Planning
Traditionally speaking, the purpose of a wedding engagement is to give the happy couple the opportunity to get to know each other as well as they possibly can. There is no diehard rule on how long an engagement is supposed to be as society has dramatically changed over the years.
A wedding engagement allows the family members on both sides to become well acquainted. This is important because they will soon become in-laws. Some people refer to this as “house blending”. Many talks need to occur between...
A Girls’ Morning at Serendipity Day Spa
by Michele July 29th, 2008
For the Bride
As a bride-to-be, I decided to enjoy the indulgence of a pedicure and manicure. However, instead of bringing a best friend or my mom, I brought my daughter and daughter-to-be, as I was preparing for my second marriage. Searching for a spa that would pamper all three of us I found Serendipity Day Spa.
This beautiful spa is housed in an old farmhouse that is wonderfully appointed. Upon notifying the front desk of our arrival, we were offered seats in a waiting room filled with comfortable couches and chairs.
Within a few minutes our aestheticians arrived,...
Enlist the Help of a Wedding Planner
by Patti July 22nd, 2008
For the Bride,Planning,Weddings
A wedding planner is an individual who acts as a consultant of sorts when it comes to planning a wedding. A wedding planner works closely with the caterers and vendors that have been hired for the wedding. She looks after many of the details from the smallest to the largest.
A wedding planner can help a nervous and uncertain bride-to-be choose the right wedding dress...
