The Mother/Son Dance
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Figuring out what to dance with mom at the reception can be difficult if you make it that way. Pick something that she will like and relate to not what you will relate to. So your favorites like “Pop that Coochie” and “Lolipop” won’t work here. So do some research and ask around. Include your sibling and father for suggestions, they do come in handy. If they don’t, here is a list of songs you can dance to with your mom at the reception for the mother son dance.
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Toasting: Tips for the Maid of Honor
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Today’s maid of honor steals the spotlight from the best man to dazzle the crowd with a toast of her own.
Maid of honor, we salute your decision to grab the microphone from the best man at toasting time. After all, your inspiring words need to be heard, too. Here’s your complete guide to the maid of honor’s toast — what to say, when to say it, and how to get rid of those nervous butterflies.
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Groom Basics: Real Grooms Tell All
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How do guys really get involved in the wedding planning process? How about dealing with a planning-crazy bride? And how do they relax leading up to the wedding? Here, recent grooms dish their best tips and advice.
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The Grooms Best Man, The Brides Best Friend 
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Wedding Songs: Trend Alert! Morning-of Wedding Playlists
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Fill up your iPod with a playlist of songs to listen to the morning of your wedding — you know, while you’re excitedly getting your hair and makeup done with your bridesmaids.
Here’s a list of song ideas to get you started creating your morning-of playlist.
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Happy Valentine’s Day!
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Long before Valentine’s Day became synonymous with generic, mass-produced mementos, this special occasion was typically celebrated with an exchange of handwritten notes and handmade tokens of affection. The tradition started in the early 1700s, but not until the end of that century—due to improvements in printing technology—did mass-produced cards become the norm. We have the Victorians to thank for the style of modern Valentine’s Day fare—they liked their paper goodies dolled up with lavish images of lovebirds, cupids, and flowers. But your local drugstore’s offerings are bound to be dopey imitations, so this year, let’s return to tradition by creating handmade Valentine’s Day gifts and greetings that are as romantic—and authentic—as it gets.
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Bachelor Parties: 10 Surefire Ideas
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You know it’ll be a night to remember, but not sure what to do? Here are 10 ideas to get you started in your quest for the perfect bachelor party experience.
There’s nothing tough about planning a good bachelor party. It just takes a little organization (draw up a guest list, schedule a night), a bit of luck (hope everyone can make it, stay out of jail), and one really excellent idea. Here are 10 that can’t miss.
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Wedding Music that Will Get Your Guests Dancing
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Wedding music is perhaps the most important element of making your guests go home saying, “Man, that was a fun wedding.” If you want to ensure that your guests are dancing and having fun all night long, here are my tips for great wedding music.
Variety is Key in Wedding Music
What appeals to your high school friends is not going to be exactly the same as what appeals to your business colleagues. So mix things up and play some of each. If you do it right, the guests who come to the floor for KC & the Sunshine Band will stick around for Beyonce.
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Wedding Flower Checklist
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Before you talk to your florist, put together a list of wedding flowers you’ll need. It will help focus your discussions, and help you stay within budget! (keep in mind that this is only a general checklist.
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Guest List: Can We Trim My Parents’ List?
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My parents want to invite the whole world to our wedding. They’re willing to pay for the extra guests, but we’d rather keep things small and intimate. How can I rein them in?
Parents and their children often have very different ideas regarding the fundamentals of weddings, and disagreements are part of the planning process.
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What Type of Wedding Reception is Right For You?
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When envisioning your wedding reception, do you see the beauty of early morning light dancing through the trees or an all night, all-out party? There are so many different types of wedding receptions, there’s going to be one right for your style, AND your budget.
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