Ladies,   It was a sad commentary for marriage vows and commitments the other day when we heard on the news that 10 years ago, 71 % of people cohabiting were married. Today it hovers around 50%. Thus marriages are declining in our society, giving way to people living together without the bond or the [...]

Ladies, There is a lot more than meets the eye to finding the perfect wedding professional to help you plan your special day. Ask your friends and family for their suggestions as well as bridal stores, florists and of course the Internet. Set up an interview date and always ask for referrals to speak with [...]

We began our last post with where to start developing your own wedding style with your invitations. We found several important issues when creating your wording. Especially as later in life brides, which is who we are! Be certain to address clearly what your wish is for guests attire. Don’t assume that everyone will know [...]

My how times have changed in the wedding gift area from the 50′s. Do you remember when the standard wedding trousseau consisted of crystal stemware, flatware, vacuum cleaners, sewing machines, toasters, steam iron, pots and pans, electric broiler, pressure cookers and electric fry pan? Maybe you don’t remember, but I remember growing up with all [...]

What really is the definition of tradition? Traditions or “Talismans” as referred to in some cultures, can be very personal. Especially when they are connected  to a sense of community, family, place or time. Talismans are usually connected to a charm or object of significance. They  bring luck or good fortune to those who believe [...]

Wedding Party at McDonald’s! Ladies, What an interesting concept! Hugs, Elizabeth & Marsha www.marryinglaterinlife.com Wedding Party at McDonald´s | Consumer Goods Club – global business… consumergoodsclub.com Hong Kong will be the first city in the world to roll out McDonald’s nuptial packages for couples. The package has all the details to attract a wedding banquet. [...]

We now have confirmation ladies that buying a pair of shoes or something else pretty is good for our soul. This month in Oprah, Valerie Monroe confirmed that buying those outrageously expensive Manolo Blahnik shoes makes perfect sense. Read on from an excerpt in her article. Valerie Steele, PhD, director of the Museum at the Fashion [...]

  Just like we see life through the looking glass, We read a wonderful story in the OC Register yesterday about  a couple who were married with a gift  from a program called Wish Upon a Wedding. This non-profit group provides weddings to couples in difficult situations. The couple who married, wanted to do so [...]

Ladies, We would like to introduce an amazing new service for those of you thinking of marrying in England. Let us tell you something about it!Wedding UK has  launched the world’s very first interactive online wedding wizard that allows you to simply select the services you want and customise each one as you work your [...]

Ladies, Did you know that 17% of people who married in the last 3 years met online! We have several friends who have done so and are very happy. They would have never met each other otherwise. How fortunate we are to have this service available! Hugs, Elizabeth & Marsha www.marryinglaterinlife.com