The time that you spend planning your wedding is part of an exciting and likely stressful part of your life. There is so much to think about and plan for this monumental event that will include your closest friends and family. One of the aspects of wedding planning is putting together a wedding registry so that your guests will be able to purchase items of your needs and choosing to celebrate and support you and your spouse in your new chapter in life. A wedding registry assists your loved ones with getting you exactly the right items and removes the mystery of the gifting process. It also reduces the…
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An anniversary is an annual celebration of the time you have spent with your partner, which is a pretty big deal! Maybe it has been a quiet year, or a year filled with ups and downs and new challenges, or somewhere in between. Either way, it is so important to take this time to be with your partner and do something special in honor of the past 365 days you have spent together. If you have an anniversary coming up, it is time to start planning something special to do! Since celebrating your anniversary is a once-a-year event, we have put together some great suggestions for you…
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Before making your commitments that mean forever, it’s important to make sure you and your partner are on the same page about the most important topics. A great way to do that is simply to have conversations where you both ask and answer the questions we have listed below to start a dialogue about your most important topics. You may already know the answers to some of these questions, which is great! But make sure that you still go over them with your partner. Sometimes, over time, the answers to these questions can change, which brings us to an important tip: Revisit these questions throughout your marriage! It’s important as…
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As the leaves begin to change and the temperatures begin to drop, you might be looking for a change in location for you and your partner. Summer travel is long over, but the holidays are still a while away, so what better thing to do than plan a romantic fall trip for you both? Taking a trip in the fall is a great way to see destinations in the country that are known for their luscious foliage. It’s also an excellent way to experience places in warmer climates where a summer trip would be unbearably hot. So, have a conversation with your partner and start flipping through some travel guides.…
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Fall is such an idyllic time of year. The summer winds down, and the leaves begin to change into a beautiful assortment of warm colors. The temperatures begin to drop, and flannel and thick socks return as wardrobe staples. And most importantly, there is a whole slew of new date ideas that are perfect for the season! Whether you are looking to go out or stay in with that special someone, we have got some fun and romantic suggestions to check out below. From festivals to hikes to scary movies, there are some great fall date ideas that you will want to start planning for yourself and your partner! …
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Pumpkin spice is back on the menu, and the temperatures are dropping. Depending on where you live, you may already see the leaves changing from shades of green to red, yellow, and orange. Fall has arrived! With the changing of the seasons, we always love switching up our homes a bit to reflect entering a new time of year. Accenting your home with décor doesn’t have to be a difficult or expensive project. If fact, it can be quite easy and affordable to decorate your home with fall décor! We’re here to recommend some awesome tips that will keep this project fun and won’t break the bank. A lot of…
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Your wedding venue is one of the most integral aspects of your wedding. It is the place your wedding is held. It hosts your big day and your closest friends and family. It provides a background to all your wedding photos and video. Choosing your wedding venue is such an important decision when it comes to wedding planning, so we are here to go over some things to consider when making your decision. We will also dive into some cool wedding venue types and what they each provide in terms of location and style. When it comes to choosing a wedding venue, it is important to do your research and…
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The official beginning of fall is just around the corner. And with the change in seasons comes a change in weather. Soon, we will enjoy some colder weather and see the trees begin to transition. Cooler days and the leaves changing mean a new perspective for local walks and hikes. Plus, it is a great excuse to snuggle up with a soft throw blanket, a good book, and some hot chocolate. Autumn produce, pumpkin spice, apple picking, and fall festivals are all happening soon enough as well. We are here to recommend some fun activities to do with your kids this fall. From crafting to baking to outdoor walks,…
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You might feel deterred from leaving your house when you see rain clouds rolling in. The crummy weather usually equates to staying indoors. Maybe you had a date with your partner planned that no longer seems feasible because it was supposed to take place outside. Maybe you’ve already had a few days of rain and are starting to feel cooped up at home. Either way, we’re here to suggest some awesome rainy day date ideas that will get you and your date out to some cool places where you can have fun and stay nice and dry! Pack your umbrella and/or raincoat, but once you reach one of the fun…
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A lot of people spend a long time planning their wedding. Months of stressful decision-making, plans for wedding showers, bachelor/bachelorette parties, rehearsal dinners, and finally, the wedding and reception. This is a busy period where you are often surrounded by your closest friends and family, celebrating love and a new life to come, so it is no wonder that once it is all over, newlyweds may feel a little empty or blue. The wedding has consumed so much of your time and energy over the past months that you may be left wondering what comes next. This phenomenon of emptiest or grief after your wedding has a term: post-wedding blues.…
