Entertaining Notes

Spring is in the air and wedding season is upon us, which brings up a very important question...

By Susan Mason
B&A Warehouse


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To See Or Not To See

Is it really bad luck for the groom to see the bride before the wedding?


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Creating a Wedding Program

As you begin to finalize details for your wedding ceremony, you will want to make sure to put "making a wedding ceremony program" on your to-do list.


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Gift Registry and Gratitude
Learn everything you need to know in five easy steps, plus thank you's too!
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Winning Idea
If your groom, family and friends are in love with football, don’t be left at the altar. Plan your wedding date around the Alabama and Auburn games. Here are their 2008 schedules.
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Avoiding Bridezilla Syndrome

Let's be honest: there are certain things that you do not want as part of your big day, and there are also certain things that you must have to make the day perfect. Does that make you a Bridezilla? Sort of...


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The Perfect Proposal
You know the “who.” Now learn where, when and how to ask for her hand in marriage.
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Engagement Etiquette
Share the excitement. And get off to the right start with your future family.
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Stepmother of the Bride
A Birmingham Bride-to-Be asks, "What is the role of a stepmother, who is not close to the bride and has standing issues with the mother of the bride?
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Wines To Be
For better or for worse, a couple will never forget the wine served at their wedding.
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The Gift of Charity

Wedding favors have practically become a required element of the wedding day, even though most guests won't miss or expect them.


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Managing the Guest List

Making out a guest list for your wedding can be a difficult, emotionally draining task for the bride and groom, as well as their families.


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Raising Your Glasses

So you have been chosen to give a toast at the wedding. Or maybe you just want to give one. But not just any toast -- a toast as unique as the moment itself.


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Naming Your Maid Of Honor
Choosing your Maid (or Matron) of Honor is a decision that can involve stress, tears, miscommunication and many hurt feelings.
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Wedding Speech Etiquette

The idea of making a wedding toast can make the entire wedding party want to throw back a few too many glasses of champagne. But showing up prepared will help you deliver a speech that will be treasured by the bride and groom forever.


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Making the Right Decision

Looking back on the most special day of their lives, many brides have regretted their choice of maid of honor once the wedding was over.


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Getting Involved-Tips for Grooms

You bought the ring, popped the question, and now it's time to sit back and wait for the big day to arrive, right? Wrong.


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Calling All Prospective Grooms
Planning to pop the question... but question where and how? 
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Bridal Show Tips

Bridal shows are one of the best ways to get ideas and locate vendors for your wedding because they connect you to a variety of vendors all under one roof, allowing you to compare products, services and prices.


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Writing Wedding Vows

Writing your own personalized wedding vows can be quite challenging, but it's not nearly as hard as it looks.


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Ask an Expert: Elopement Reception Gifts
My groom and I eloped but are going to have a reception with family and friends. Is it proper to include a card of where I am registered with the invitation to the reception?
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Mr. Right
Grooms have to do more than just show up on time for the ceremony. Here is the game plan.
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Saving the Day

You have an amazing vision of what your wedding day should be, and by hiring a personal bridal assistant you are ensuring that your unique vision will become a reality.


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Proper Planning
Make your wedding plans just as you will all the other life decisions ahead—together. And determining who pays and who is invited calls for communication and compromise.
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Bridal Luncheon
Bridal Luncheon At this girls only event, the bridesmaids are the center of attention. And it is a time for the bride to honor them and show appreciation for all they have done for her and her wedding.
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Rehearsal Dinner or Party
The big night before the big day includes a rehearsal dinner or party.
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Tipping Guidelines for Weddings

Who do I tip after the wedding?

By Meghan E. Cease
M. Elizabeth Weddings and Events


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