14 Bridal Guide 2009
Realize the wedding of your
dreams with planning
Metro Newspaper Service each task – and they can feel a sense of Book a reception site
accomplishment and relief each time an
T
here are a few things where After securing the ceremony location,
weddings are concerned
item is ticked off the list.
couples will have peace of mind knowing
that cannot be predicted or
Decide on the wedding date
they can now book the place where their
controlled. What Mother Nature will do party will take place. This may be a
Couples should select a date for their
on the day is one of them. However, there catering hall, hotel, cruise ship, or even
wedding soon after becoming engaged.
are many items that are well within the someone's backyard. Sometimes the
control of the bride and groom; proper
After all, it is the countdown to this day
ceremony site is also the reception site,
planning can help ensure the wedding of
that will help organize and determine
as is the case in many second weddings.
their dreams.
planning schedules.
Catering directors are typically on hand
One of the best ways to ease wedding-day
Reserve a ceremony location to talk about pricing and options. They
nerves is for the couple to get organized
will work closely with the couple to plan
Traditional weddings take place in a
and begin planning their event the
and execute the reception.
house of worship. It's best to meet with
moment the engagement period begins.
a pastor, rabbi or other officiant to see
Select a photographer
The earlier preparation starts, the better
if the ceremony site will be available for
Photographers tend to book very
the chance vendors will be able to provide
the wedding. This person will also help
quickly, particularly if they are well
what's needed, or changes can be made
guide couples through any religious
recommended. It pays to research and
when unforseen events pop up.
requirements needed prior to getting choose one early in the wedding-planning
By making a list of things to do, couples married there, as well as any rules and process. Every photographer has a
can allot time in their schedules for regulations for the ceremony site. different style. The couple should select
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