Give a Flower Gift with a Twist

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Give a Flower Gift with a Twist
by Kori Puckett

Okay, so you've waited until the last minute. Or you've
tried really hard but have drawn a blank and can't seem to
think of any good wedding anniversary gifts.

It's time to pull out that bag of traditional romantic
gift ideas. And this time you've decided to go with
flowers, maybe even roses. But that doesn't have to be the
end of it. You can still make an impression, big time.

Spice up those traditional wedding anniversary gifts (or
gifts for any occasion) easily. You can get romantic gifts
online that present a unique, creative spin to the old
standby bouquet of flowers.

For example, have your pick of a rose dipped in gold or
silver...or even chocolate. They won't cost you an arm and
a leg, either!

Sometimes it's not the gift you give, but the way you
present it that really sticks in the mind of the receiver.
Here are just some ideas on how you can use those
traditional flower anniversary gifts and make a lasting
impression...

* Take some flowers and break off the petals. Let the
petals fall on the floor around the room. Then light some
candles, take a spin around the room to their favorite easy
listening song, you get the picture.
You could also substitute scented, freeze dried flower
petals.

Make a crown of flowers to present to your King or Queen
for a Day.

* Give a flower from the bouquet one at a time throughout
the day. One in the morning when they wake up, one lying on
the bed waiting when they get out of their morning shower,
one waiting in the car when they go to work, etc.

*Have the flowers delivered by mail. Or at the workplace
instead of giving them at home. Not only will you make an
impression on your significant other, you'll make their co-
workers jealous!

Use your imagination. Even the simplest touch can make
traditional wedding anniversary gifts like flowers even
more special.

Kori Puckett is the web mistress of GoGiftGuides.com: gift
ideas, tips, and guides for creative and unique romantic
gifts. You can find more romantic gift ideas in
GoRomanticGifts at http://www.GoGiftGuides.com.

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No Kids at the Wedding Please - How to Say it Tastefully
by Robin Williams

As much as you love your nieces, nephews and even your own children, some of you know that an otherwise perfect day can be tarnished by a misbehaving little one. You don't want to hurt anyone's feelings, so what should you do? If you don't mind kids at your wedding, then this article is not for you. If your are in the other group, read on...

If you are reading this you are probably afraid of being labeled as selfish or a child hater, but this is your day. You planned for it, paid for it and deserve to have it the way you want. Even if you are being selfish, having paid a few thousand dollars or more says you have right to be!

Well enough of the pep talk. You must be open and honest from the very beginning. Waiting to long in fear of causing trouble will only make matters worse and leave you feeling even more "guilty" when some people were expecting to bring their little ones from the start. Most people will understand and some have asked it for their own weddings, but there are still a few that need to be told. Here are some of the ways to get the message across early:

1. Send it with the invitation. That right. You could put it on a separate card and make a reference to it being an adults only event. You may not want to say "no kids please" because the words "adults only" is less likely to be seen negatively.

2. Call each and every person who you believe is coming and be honest and upfront. Don't take too long with the small talk and try to end on a positive note. It would also be a good idea to have babysitters in a separate room at the wedding in case someone forgets or just had to bring little Mark.

3. On that same note. If you just don't want to feel like you are a kid-hater, just make a point to have babysitters at your wedding. This way no one will feel left out or "betrayed". You still have to contend with those parents AND children that have separation anxiety. You will have to make sure to tell them that if they plan to bring children with them, they must be placed with the babysitter you or they have provided, in a separate room, no exceptions. Having a room with toys and bright colors could peak a child's interest, but there is no gauruntee.

3. Use psychology. The statement, "This is a day to enjoy yourself too. Leave the kids at home (with our babysitter)", will definitely bring some of those not-so-understanding parents to your corner. The parents with the most misbehaved kids will be the first to identify with this statement.

If all else fails, just remember the important thing is that you are marrying the one you love and that nothing can change that!

Victoria Williams

www.nuptialparadise.com

Victoria Williams is the editor of the online magazine Wedding Planning From Wedding Dresses to Receptions - www.nuptialparadise.com

Written-Write.com simplifies the wedding speech challenge

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Written-Write.com simplifies the wedding speech challenge
by PRWEB

For the best man or maid-of-honor, finding the right words of praise for the bride and groom can be an agonizing process. Written-write.com, an online speechwriting specialist, has made it simple to find the right words through its pre-written, customizable speeches.

(PRWEB) July 23, 2004 -- For the best man or maid-of-honor, finding the right words of praise for the bride and groom can be an agonizing process. Written-write.com, an online speechwriting specialist, has made it simple to fins the right words through its pre-written, customizable speeches.

”Written-write.com was launched to fill a need that is often overlooked. Writing is something we all do, but it takes a special talent to do it well,’ said company spokesman Will Bergstrom. “Words, when written well, can form an image more vivid than any photo. The words you speak, whether a best man or a business man, will form a lasting impression.”

The site offers three high-quality, affordable speech packages, ranging in price from $7.99 to $11.99. Packages are downloaded directly from the web site after purchase, and each contains numerous (60 to 130 toasts & speeches, depending on the package) pre-written pieces covering a wide variety of needs – from the best man and maid-of-honor to the parents, or grandparents, of the couple.

Speech packages also include additional pieces, from one-liners to bible verses, to help you tailor the words to your audience. Custom-written original speeches are also available through the site.

For additional information, please visit www.written-write.com

Save the Date Etiquette Everything You Need To Know

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Save the Date Etiquette Everything You Need To Know
by Edna Renskers

Save the Date Cards, what are they, do I need them, how do I word them, and when do I send them? I'll answer these questions and more, to help you make an knowledgeable decision.

Save the Date Cards are announcements that inform your guests of your future wedding in order to keep your special day free. They are essential in the following situations: if many of your guests are traveling to your wedding, your wedding takes place on or around a holiday, you are planning a faraway destination wedding, or your wedding will take place in a seasonally busy or tourist locale, where the flights and hotels perhaps book up early.

They are generally sent at least 4-6 months prior to your wedding but, if you are planning a destination wedding, for example Hawaii it is strongly recommended that you send them 12 months in advance if not longer. For seasonally busy and tourist locales or on or around a holiday it is best to send them 9-12 months in advance. Your guests will then have ample time to make all the necessary arrangements needed to be a part of your special celebration and may even extend it into a vacation of their own.

Use your imagination, Save the Date Cards are not meant to be formal. There are many design options available. You can have them match your wedding invitations, magnets, brochure style, post card size, multiple layers, booklet style, you can add a picture of you and your fiancé, or embellishments to add a personal touch.

Here are some guidelines on what your cards should state, your names, date of wedding, city or town and state of where wedding will take place. Also, because Save the date Cards are a recent trend and many that have not attended a wedding recently may mistaken them for the actual invitation be sure to include something along the lines of, “Invitation to follow”, “Invitation and details to follow”, “Invitation will follow” this is usually placed at the bottom of the card. For more wording suggestions visit www.verseit.com. If you have a wedding website don’t forget to include the address for your guests to view.

If you need to keep your guest list to a minimum, make a list of close family and friends whom you want to make sure will be able to attend and mail them a Save the Date Card, you do not need to send Save the Date Cards to everyone you are inviting but, every guest that receives a Save the Date Card must also receive an invitation.

We recommend providing your guests with additional information to help facilitate their planning such as airline, car rental, hotel, information on things to see and do in the area and surrounding areas, special events, theatrical shows etc. Go the extra mile and acquire group discounts by calling specific companies and seeing if they offer group discounts.

Edna is a professional wedding invitation designer.
http://www.EdnasSweetAnnouncements.com

WhereBridesGo.com—A Marketplace for Brides and Wedding Professionals

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WhereBridesGo.com—A Marketplace for Brides and Wedding Professionals
by PRWEB

WhereBridesGo.com, an online retail storefront featuring bridal accessories and gifts, is integrated into wedding portals in 20 cities nation-wide thereby providing a marketplace for brides and local wedding professionals. MSW Interactive Designs LLC (MSW-ID) owns and operates WhereBridesGo.com.

Washington, DC (PRWEB) August 27, 2004 -- Brides find local wedding professionals and nationally available merchandise at WhereBridesGo.com
MSW Interactive Designs, LLC (MSW-ID) launched the specialty bridal storefront as the newest component of the Weddings Division which consists of wedding planning portals that operate in 20 cites and 8 states across the country. The WhereBridesGo.com storefront is integrated into each portal and features a variety of bridal accessories and gifts that can be ordered online.

WhereBridesGo.com not only introduces a new retail avenue to these portals, but also increases traffic across all wedding sites, which benefits the local wedding professionals that advertise on these sites.

“WhereBridesGo.com benefits our customers, wedding professionals and brides, by providing greater content and traffic to our wedding planning portals,” said Sandra Waggett, Owner and President. “In addition, the MSW-ID staff gained first-hand knowledge of operating and promoting an eCommerce site, experience that will be an invaluable asset to our small business web design clients.”

Weddings Las Vegas Popular Ceremonies

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Weddings Las Vegas Popular Ceremonies
by Randy Wilson

Are you looking for a las Vegas chapel to make your wedding dreams come true? Chances are you will find it here with Weddings Las Vegas and its many exciting options and packages to choose from. From a simple ceremony in your hotel room to a lavish affair at one of these dynamic locations, your exchange of vows will become permanently etched in the memories of everyone present as a thing of beauty that lasts forever.

Start by consulting a wedding guide to find out more about Nevada marriage laws and Las Vegas courthouse hours of operation. You also will need to know something about proof of age and identity as well as fees. Planning your wedding a couple of weeks ahead of time can provide a wide range of options for time, place, and style. Yet there are also opportunities to marry without waiting when you arrive in the Wedding Capital of the World.

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For an outdoor wedding, arrangements can be made for the Grand Canyon, Valley of Fire, or Mountain Air packages. Each of these allows you to enjoy the natural beauties of this scenic area along with the peaceful solitude away from city life. Or you can opt for a traditional Catholic wedding performed by an authorized priest who will meet with you before the ceremony to personalize your service.

Other cultural themes and elements can be added to the ceremony if time permits. Celtic hand fasting to unite the couple, the Spanish arras involving thirteen silver coins showing the groom’s ability to support his wife, and Hawaiian leis that join husband and wife are just a few of the many types of symbolic gestures you may wish to consider for your ceremony. Central American, Mexican, and Jewish customs have found a place in some of the more memorable wedding services performed at this las Vegas wedding chapel.

Not every wedding chapel in las Vegas is so accommodating. Some have a set service that runs a certain number of minutes and cannot be amended. Other las Vegas wedding chapels prefer to follow a prescribed format that is based on tradition. Yet many las Vegas chapels go out of their way to personalize a service for the special couple, as this one does.

Check out the many fine services offered by this great site before making your final decision on where to have your once-in-a-lifetime wedding. You can visit this chapel online at www.WeddingsLasVegas.com.

© Copyright Randy Wilson, All Rights Reserved.

Randy is owner of www.WeddingsLasVegas.com. Randy owned and operated a very successful storefront/mailorder business from 1988 to 2003. Currently full time owner/operator of several online businesses.

A Call for International Marriage Laws

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A Call for International Marriage Laws
by Kemisola Yusuf

I recently watched a CNN programme which centred on “kidnapped daughters” (from multicultural marriages) who were unwillingly given away in marriages in Islamic states by their fathers. Usually, the fathers were from these Islamic states. While pondering over why some states still refuse women their rights to choose whom to marry, the key question I am also trying to answer is “Which international law governs inter-country and inter-religious marriages?”

The real issue is whose belief overrides in an inter-country and inter-religious marriage. Should the father dictate the beliefs of his daughter till she is 18 or should the mother? Whilst love still stands as the basic foundation for a successful marriage, marrying a foreigner with a different religion/beliefs needs a more concrete foundation – such as a signed agreement.

Some women marry male foreigners without fully understanding his background, his beliefs …and most importantly, the beliefs of his people. Some may argue that when they married their husbands, he was a free thinker. This is true especially of westernized men. However, this most likely changes when the man has to return to his roots – his people and their beliefs….and they often return home.

So, which law protects children from inter-country and inter-religious marriages? Which written law states that the man cannot take his daughters back to his roots and marry them off to whoever he wishes? Which law states that a father cannot forbid his daughters to go home and visit their mother? Which international law states that a woman forced to have sex with a husband she was unwillingly married to is pure rape? Which international law states that a woman who has her passport seized by her father is denied her rights?

As the world becomes truly global, perhaps it is time the United Nations begun to look at International Marriage laws which protect the children from inter-country marriages. However, can these children truly be protected despite the political obstacles that prevail?

The obvious answer remains that the end to “kidnapping” is the establishment of international marriage laws which countries can be held accountable for. Whilst couples await these laws, it may be expedient to sign agreements in a court of law to protect unborn children. The question, then, is “whose court of law?”

Kemisola Yusuf - A Consultant who has a passion for supporting the Black Woman...
kemisola_yusuf@hotmail.com

Adventure Travel Company Expands to Satisfy Honeymoon Trend

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Adventure Travel Company Expands to Satisfy Honeymoon Trend
by PRWEB

Outdoor Travel Adventures, a leader in adventure travel, announces a new division called Adventure Honeymoons. A recently launched website and a staff of honeymoon specialists help couples arrange unique, adventurous, and romantic honeymoons. The emphasis is on personalized service and custom itineraries for the trip of a lifetime.

(PRWEB) April 27, 2004--Outdoor Travel Adventures, an innovator and leader in providing adventure travel since 1996, announced the launch of a new division, Adventure Honeymoons. The new Honeymoon division specializes in creating an itinerary sure to exceed the expectations of the adventurous honeymooner.

With the growing trends of adventure travel, Adventure Honeymoons fills the often-neglected honeymoon market by focusing solely on helping couples plan a romantic getaway. Offering everything from luxury resorts with unique activities to exotic safaris, Adventure Honeymoons can customize a trip to the exact interests and budgets of the couple. This style of travel is perfect for those looking for a little more than cushioned lounge chairs in a sun soaked setting. While Adventure Honeymoons certainly provides that, they also offer numerous adventure excursions sure to bring the couple closer together and deliver a truly unforgettable experience.

The Adventure Honeymoons website offers a great selection of sample itineraries. What about sailing and snorkeling the Great Barrier Reef? Witnessing the amazing wildlife of Tanzania? Wandering the jungles and beautiful shorelines of Costa Rica? Or traveling the Classic New Zealand Wine Trail? Adventure Honeymoons offers these, plus many others from which to choose. Working with one of their experienced consultants, a couple may build a trip based on their specific interests. Roseann Iovine, President of Adventure Honeymoons, said "One of the reasons couples choose Adventure Honeymoons is our unique ability to combine expertise in adventure travel with our interest and knowledge of honeymoons".

Adventure Honeymoons is a full service travel agency staffed with specialists who have traveled extensively worldwide. In addition to normal business hours, couples can talk to a representative during the weekend or evening hours by appointment.

Visit the website at www.adventure-honeymoons.com or call toll free (877) 682-5433 to learn about the honeymoon you have always dreamed of.