reblogged: Thanksgiving Day Thanks

original: http://marriage.about.com/b/2013/11/28/thanksgiving-day-thanks.htm

By Sheri & Bob Stritof

If you are celebrating Thanksgiving today, I hope you have a wonderful day. Consider sharing with one another a list of the things you are each most thankful for. And remember the importance of saying thank you to your spouse on a daily basis.

Dr. Terri Orbuch: "How important is it to thank your beloved? Consider this: In my long-term study of marriage and divorce, couples who expressed frequent gratitude to each other were the happiest in their marriages by a significant margin.

Source: Dr. Terri Orbuch. "Improve Your Marriage With One Little Word."HuffingtonPost.com. 11/22/2011.

When I reflect on my life with Bob and read how others show their appreciation for their spouse, I am so very

• ... thankful for our loving, affirming, and supportive nearly 50-year marriage to one another.
• ... thankful for very dear friends who gave so much of themselves to both of us during Bob's final days.
• ... thankful for our tremendous four children.
• ... thankful for our two wonderful daughter-in-laws.
• ... thankful for our sweet four grandchildren.
• ... thankful to still have my delightful mom in my life.
• ... thankful for the many moments of laughter, comfort, tenderness, and support I had from Bob.
• ... thankful for my understanding and helpful friends as I learn to live alone.
• ... thankful that I live in such a beautiful locale.
• ... thankful for the home that Bob put so much of himself into.
• ... thankful for caring and qualified medical professionals in my rural area.
• ... thankful for the Internet which allowed us to work together and from home.
• ... thankful for you, our loyal readers.
• ... and thankful for apple pie!

reblogged: 5 Questions To Ask Your Wedding Photographer

original: http://www.mywedding.com/articles/5-questions-to-ask-your-wedding-photographer/

Your wedding photos are one of the most important parts of your day – and the part that you’ll treasure forever as the documentation of all the details and emotions in your celebration. While photographer’s rates and availability are very important (for obvious reasons! Like that budget you’re working so hard to meet.), there are other questions you should certainly consider before signing any contracts. Here are five of the most important.

1. Ask your photographer: if he or she is willing to work with a list of “do” or “don’t” shots. As a professional, your photographer will know how to capture the special moments in your wedding day, but if there are any shots that you must have (did you hand-make incredible centerpieces? Have a favorite family member the two of you want a photo with?), definitely let her know!

2. Ask your photographer: to see the photos from a complete wedding and for references. You want to see the full span of your potential photographer’s work, not just the best images in his porfolio before you make a decision.

3. Ask your photographer: how he or she will share your photos with you after they’re edited and complete. Will you receive a disk with full rights to the images? Access to proofs online? Or an album from which to select prints. It’s also good to know how soon the two of you can expect to see photos after the wedding day.

4. Ask your photographer: what she charges for overtime. This is important to know in case your wedding runs longer or later than planned, and so you can be aware of any potential extra charges.

5. Ask your photographer: to set up an engagement session! This is a perfect way for the two of you to get to know your photographer, as well as gain some level of comfort with being in front of the camera.

reblogged:5 Wedding-Worthy Looks To Steal from the AMAs

original: http://blog.theknot.com/2013/11/25/ama-american-music-awards-2013-wedding-fashion/

By: Heather Hall

We can always count on our favorite celebs for fashion inspiration and last night’s American Music Awards did not disappoint. From Miley’s chic pant suit to Katy Perry’s Webster Dictionary clutch here are some of our top wedding-worthy looks from the red carpet that you can steal too.

Lovely Lapels

Photos: Kurt Wilberding/The Knot, Jason Kempin/Getty Images

We all know Miley isn’t afraid to go against convention, but she looked perfectly polished in a cropped, white pant suit (pre-performance). If you have a strong sense of style, a feminine pant suit for your wedding is a classic choice for your intimate city hall ceremony.

Pant Suit by Alfred Angelo

Gilded Gold

Photos: Nordstrom/The Knot, Frazer Harrison/FilmMagic

Glam up your wedding day look with metallic pumps or glittery accessories like Artist of the Year winner Taylor Swift. Plus, you’ll totally be able to wear them again (think New Years Eve party).

Sleek Sleeves

Photos: HoughtonNYC/The Knot, Jason Kempin/Getty Images

Christina Aguilera showed off her curves (and more than a hint of skin), in her white dress last night. But what we loved about her look was the comfortable fabric and slimming sleeves.

Dress by Houghton NYC

Haute Halters

Photos: David’s Bridal/The Knot, Jason Merritt/Getty Images

Red carpet host and singer Jordan Sparks looked fierce in a studded leather bodice and thigh-high slit. If you like this, get a similar look for your bridesmaids with an edgy dress they’ll love.

Artful Accessories

Photos: Kate Spade/The Knot, Jason Merritt/Getty Images

Katy Perry looked radient in a flirty floral gown. Our favorite part? The Webster Dictionary clutch she used to complete her look. Some may say “nerd alert,” but we think this clutch is the ultimate accessory.

The Age of Innocence book clutch by Kate Spade

Mermaid Wedding Dress

“Her hair is green as seaweed

 Her skin is blue and pale

 You can love that girl with all your heart

 But I tell you now before you start

 You're just gonna love the upper part

 You're not gonna like the tail”

Whenever I heard the Mermaid Song,I would like to give free rein to my imagination. I dreamed that I became the mermaid and found my prince. Well, Mermaids have been a popular subject of art and literature in recent centuries. They have also been depicted in operas, paintings, books, films ,comics and even clothes.

Do you want to be like a mermaid on the wedding ceremony? Then a mermaid wedding dress can realize your wish.Proper cut of the mermaid gowns can highlight the tall and slim body figure of bride. For the bride who have good body proportions and curves,mermaid is a good opportunity to show the body figure. 

New Trend of Being Like A Royal Member on dressv.com

see more on http://www.dressv.com/ball-gown-wedding-dresses-c103388/

The color, style, ceremonial importance of a gown are often influenced by the religion and culture of the wedding participants. A ball gown is the most formal female attire for social occasions. Thus a ball gown wedding dress is the most traditional and royal-style of all. Dressed in a ball gown wedding dress, you must feel like a princess in old royal castle waiting for his prince. The ball gown dress gives people a feeling of elegant. Want to be a lady? Choose a ball gown wedding dress!

A ball gown is traditionally a full-skirted gown reaching the floor, made of luxurious fabric, delicately and exotically trimmed. Most versions are cut off the shoulder with decollete necklines. Such gowns are typically worn with a stole, cape or cloak in replace of a coat, "good" jewelry and and opera-length gloves. Standard accessories are dancing shoes and a clutch style evening bag. 

One of the latest fashion trend of wedding dresses is ball gown wedding dress. Dressv.com will offer you the best choice at the most reasonable price. We have various styles for you to pick up. If there's no one that suits your likeness, a special one that is tailored for you is also possible.