FIND A KEY PERSON

I can hardly believe the wedding season is upon us again.  Where did November through January go?  I've been busy getting ready for all the weddings coming up this spring, summer and fall.  It's going to be a busy time, but a very enjoyable one!  I've started putting together a book that shows pictures of pieces of weddings that show different types of decorations, programs, etc.  So that the brides that come to our church can get an idea of what to do.  I am also very crafty and offer my services to assist with invitations, programs, and table centerpieces.  It's a fun time of year for me and something that I totally enjoy doing!

I met with a couple today who will be married in March. I always meet with my couples one month before the wedding.  We meet at the church to refresh memories of "what was where" when they first visited.  We talk about the details and what is needed for the big day.  I love these meetings!  It is so fun to see the excitment in the eyes of the bride as she looks at the sanctuary and dreams once again of how it will all look. 

I encourage the brides to be sure to have one key person that everyone can go to with questions.  That one person should know everything that is going on, whether it be a family member, a friend, or a wedding coordinator, be sure that person is available.  That individual should be responsible to handle every question, and if they can't, they are the only person that approaches the bride.  Why do I suggest this?

There was a time when I was a bridesmaid in a wedding where the bride was bombarded with one question after another as she prepared for her walk down the aisle.  Unfortunately there were so many last minute questions and decisions flooding her that she was in tears before she even got to step foot in the sanctuary.  It was at that moment that I knew I never wanted that to happen at my wedding; nor do I wish it on any bride!  The bride that I spoke with today was so grateful for that suggestion. 

Weddings can be stressful emotionally due to nervousness and excitment all bundled up in a time capsule, waiting to explode!  Don't allow added stress the day of your wedding.  Making sure someone is introduced to everyone the night of the rehearsal will make your wedding day enjoyable, and it should be, it's one of the most momentous days of your life!  Take in every moment that you can!  If you leave for the evening with a tired face from all your smiling and happy tears, you will know it's been a great day and you have had time to enjoy it!