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Greek Wedding Tradition….. OPA!
Greek Wedding Tradition… OPA!
Greek Orthodox weddings are very theatrical. One thing that may surprise you is that in a tradition Greek Orthodox wedding the bride and groom do not exchange vows. Tradition dictates that the bride and groom meet outside the wedding ceremony location (the church) and enter together. The church sees the standing before the priest as a serious commitment and thus no need to exchange vows. They enter the church with the guest following. Yes the guest wait outside the church waiting for the couple to enter first, and take seats where ever they like, there is no brides side or grooms side in traditional Greek weddings.
There are several parts to the wedding ceremony the first is the Rites of the Betrothal. This is the beginning of the ceremony, the priest stands before the bride and groom and ask the bride first do you wish to marry this man, and then ask the groom do you wish to marry this women. After the answer the priest then says a prayer, the “Crowning” takes place the priest holds two wreaths over the bride and grooms heads. The wreaths signify how much give and take a marriage must have, as well as symbolizing that they are now king and queen of their own kingdom.
The couple then drink from a single cup of wine, symbolizing that in marriage all things are [Read more…]
How to throw a party without breaking the bank
On A Budget? Check Out These Cost Saving Party Tips
Not everyone has an expendable budget for elaborate party décor and fancy party favors, I included. So, the social butterfly and single college student that I am, I must make my dollar go a long way when it comes to party supplies. Through the years I have come up with some money saving tips that will surely help you stay on budget when preparing for your next event.
- If you’re able … make it yourself. Do it yourself projects may take time, but to some, [Read more…]
Hummer Limos: A Bit Less Traditional But Full Of Luxury and Style
Remember the good old days when you only had two choices of wedding transportation–white limo or black. We now have a many choices in wedding vehicle styles and choices. My personal favorite is the Hummer Limo.
The reasons why I love Hummer limos are endless, but I will share my top reasons with you.
Reason 1: Hummer limos hold large numbers. You can get Hummer stretch limos that can comfortably seat up to 26 people, maybe more depending on how cozy you wanna be.
Did I mention it hold lots of people? Because they are so large they can easily handle your [Read more…]
Consideration Is Key When Planning a Destination Wedding
Destination weddings are very popular these days. After all, who wouldn’t want to tie the knot on a beach at sunset in Maui, Jamaica or Bermuda? There are many great destinations for your nuptials but, deciding which destination is only a small part of the wedding planning. When considering a destination wedding you are faced with who to invite and who pays for what. Here are some destination wedding etiquette tips that should help planning your destination wedding easier.
Who Else Wants Unique Wedding Decoration Ideas?
I always find things that are done differently than the standard so interesting and exciting. Weddings in particular usually have a pretty standard decorating regiment: flowers, candles, centerpieces and ice sculptures. Though using these items to decorate for wedding festivities can be beautiful, quite frankly, it just gets a little boring sometimes. I went to a wedding a few weekends ago that blew me away. Not with the elaboration or amount of money that was spent, but by the unique beauty of the atmosphere that was created for this ceremony.
There was not a flower in the place except for the ones the bride and her bridesmaids were holding. [Read more…]
Applicable Marriage Laws By State
Understanding the marriage laws in your state will save you time, effort, and money in the long run. There are many laws that could throw a wrench in the wedding plans of which many brides are unaware. Need examples?
- Planning a destination wedding? Make sure that the state that is hosting your wedding ceremony will recognize the union. For instance, you must be a resident of Indiana to be legally married there.
- Hate needles? Let’s hope that your wedding ceremony location is in a state that does not require a blood test.
- Taking a honeymoon trip right after the wedding? Make sure that you’re back in 10 days to file your marriage license if you were married in Oklahoma.
These and many other laws exist to protect the couples and make their union as special as possible. To understand the applicable wedding laws in your state, simply browse the table below!
| State |
Age Req.
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Waiting Period
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Blood
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Validity
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Residency
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| Alabama |
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None | None | $25 | 30 Days | None |
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| Alaska | 18 | 3 Days | None | $25 | 90 Days | None |
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| Arizona | 18 | None | None | $50 | 1 Year | None |
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| Arkansas | None | None | None | $30 | 60 Days | None |
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| California Article |
18 | None | None | $50 – $80 | 90 Days | None |
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| Colorado | 18 | None | None | $20 | 30 Days | None |
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| Colorado | 18 | None | None | $20 | 30 Days | None |
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| Connecticut Article | 18 | Varies | Varies | $35 | 25-35 Days | None |
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| Delaware | 18 | 24 Hours | None | $30 | 30 Days | None |
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| District of Columbia | 18 | 3 Days | Yes | $35 | Indefinitely | None |
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| Florida Article |
18 | 3 Days | None | $56-$88.50 | 60 Days | None |
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| Georgia | 18 | None | Yes | $40 | None | None |
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| Hawaii | 18 | None | None | $50 | 30 Days | None |
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| Idaho | 18 | None | None | $28 | Indefinitely | None |
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| Illinois | 18 | None | None | $15 – $20 | 60 Days | None |
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| Indiana | 18 | None | None | $18 | 60 Days | Yes |
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| Iowa | 18 | 3 Days | None | $30 | None | None |
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| Kansas | 18 | 3 Days | None | $50 | 6 Months | None |
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| Kentucky | 18 | None | None | $34.50 | 29 Days | None |
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| Louisiana | 18 | 3 Days | None | $25 | 30 Days | None |
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| Maine | 18 | 3 Days | None | $20 | 90 Days | None |
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| Maryland | 18 | 2 Days | None | $55 | 6 Months | None |
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| Massachusetts Article |
17 | 3 Days | Yes | $25 | 60 Days | None |
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| Michigan | 18 | 3 Days | Yes | $20 | 30 Days | None |
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| Minnesota | 18 | 5 Day | None | $70 | 6 Months | None |
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| Mississippi | 21 | 3 Days | Yes | $21 | 90 Days | None |
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| Missouri | 18 | 3 Days | None | $50 | 30 Days | None |
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| Nebraska | 19 | None | Some | $15 | 1 Year | None |
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| Nevada Article |
18 | None | None | Varies | Indefinitely | None |
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| New Hampshire | 18 | 3 Days | None | $45 | 90 Days | None |
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| New Jersey Article |
18 | 72 Hours | None | $28 | 30 Days | None |
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| New Mexico | None | None | None | $25 | Indefinitely | None |
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| New York Article |
18 | 1 Day | None | $20-$30 | 60 Days | None |
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| North Carolina | 18 | None | None | $40 | 60 Days | None |
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| North Dakota | 18 | None | None | $35 | 60 Days | None |
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| Ohio | 18 | None | None | $45 | 60 Days | None |
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| Oklahoma | 18 | None | Yes | $25 | 10 Days | None |
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| Oregon | 18 | 3 Days | None | $60 | 60 Days | None |
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| Pennsylvania Article |
18 | 3 Days | None | $25-$40 | 60 Days | None |
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| Rhode Island | 18 | None | None | $24 | 3 Months | None |
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| South Carolina | 18 | 1 Day | None | $25 | Indefinitely | None |
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| South Dakota | 18 | None | None | $40 | 20 Days | None |
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| Tennessee | 18 | None | None | $31 | 30 Days | None |
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| Texas | 18 | 3 Days | None | $36 | 30 Days | None |
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| Utah | 18 | None | None | $40 | 30 Days | None |
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| Vermont | 18 | None | None | $20 | 60 Days | None |
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| Virginia | 18 | None | None | $30 | 60 Days | None |
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| Washington | 18 | 3 Days | None | $52 | 60 Days | None |
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| West Virginia | 18 | None | None | $23 | Indefinitely | None |
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| Wisconsin | 18 | 5 Days | None | $50-$60 | 30 Days | Yes |
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| Wyoming | 18 | None | None | $25 | Indefinitely | None |
The Proposal That Got Me Hook Line & Sinker
We’d been dating for just over a year when my fiance surprised me one Christmas with a marriage proposal. It wasn’t our first Christmas together so I wasn’t expecting anything major.
We were playing “Dirty Santa” with my family when Josh asked me to trade gifts. We hadn’t opened them but he seemed to know what was in the package that he held. I agreed to trade because he seemed really adamant about it.
I opened the package and laughed out loud. Inside was a big-mouthed bass. [Read more…]
Throwing A Fun Gingerbread House Decorating Party
There’s nothing quite as festive and entertaining during the Christmas season as entertaining friends and family with a fun party. Sometimes the trick to great hosting is having the unique party theme that stands out from the others. Well you have that this year thanks to a great gingerbread house decorating party!
Grab your friends together or invite your children’s friends over to make a gingerbread house using delicious gingerbread cookies, colorful icing, candy buttons and other sweet treats. You might end up covered in icing and cookie dough crumbles, but it’ll create a multitude of fun and photo-worthy stories.
So what goes into this party theme? Well, lots of [Read more…]
Organize Your Big Day to Keep Stress Away
When planning a wedding—whether large, small or in-between—a great wedding planning tip is to have an organizer to keep track of all the details—and I’m not talking about your wedding planner. Although even If you’re working with a wedding planner, it’s important to keep your own record of what you discuss and agree upon. Don’t fall into the trap of thinking you have it all in your head and can remember all the details. The true is as the big day approaches and the stress builds, some of those “little” details may slip out of [Read more…]
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