Wedding Every Boy Dreams Of

  • March 9, 2010 at 7:55 pm

Weddings are so lopsided that it boarders on complete and utter unfairness. It is all about the bride and almost nothing about the groom. Men might as well just turn into cellophane until it is time to say I Do. In a world of equality, the one thing that has not changed and shows no signs of morphing is the wedding.

Eve the nickname is feministic. The brides big day, give me a break; why not, the grooms big day? Men have been programmed into thinking, (Probably by our mothers and other female family members.) to think of it as a woman’s day. All the major decisions about your wedding are going to be made by the bride. I suppose it is their way of practicing for how they are going to run your lives for the next one hundred years.

Have you ever seen a man shop for a tuxedo for more than half an hour? You won’t because the man’s outfit at the wedding is just not that important. We have to wear one because some woman a couple of thousand years ago decided to stick the groom in a black suit and stand him in a corner until it was time to get married. Then they stuck that line about love, honor, and obey into the vows and winked at each other knowing that would give us the false sense of power that we would be carrying into the rest of our lives.

The bride makes all the decisions about the wedding including its location. What is wrong with having the wedding at our favorite pub? Hey, if it were up to the man, this is the way to go. You have a built in bar, plenty of chairs, a bandstand, food, a dance floor, and we could still put the game on the big screen. The perfect, money saving solution that will not even be considered by the bride. If you want the summer wedding favors and she wants the beach wedding favors, brother, wax your surfboard because you cannot win. It just ain’t happening.

They treat us like we have no taste or common sense when it comes to planning a wedding. It is almost as if they think we are just one generation removed from dragging knuckles and cannot make wise wedding decisions. Well, the fact of the matter is, we can make a wise wedding decision when we put our minds to it. (Hey, I was not joking about the pub location,) Why not get married on the field of the Steelers game at halftime? There would be plenty of witnesses, they’ve provided their own food, the entertainment is great, there is bound to be a preacher in the stands who will come out and marry us for free and if not, I think the head referee has the power to perform weddings. You know, “By the power vested in me by the state of Pittsburgh and the NFL, I now pronounce you, husband and wife.” Then he could blow the whistle to cue the marching band! What husband would not want dancing, half naked cheerleaders, you know, for moral support and spiritual guidance.

It is the ultimate wedding that every boy dreams about growing up. Do you think it will ever happen? Probably not, since we were programmed not to argue about it. I tell you what, stick me in a black suit and stand me in a corner somewhere. I’ll be ready when she is.

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Tips for Wedding Pranks

  • March 9, 2010 at 7:43 pm

When a man gets married, it is obligatory that his friends play a couple of practical jokes on him. That is, after all, what friends are for. Men look at this ritual as a kind of payback or punishment for leaving the pack to go out on his own with “a woman” who will now stand between them and their friend. The new wife is not deemed as the enemy, per say, but she is on the other side of a fence which they cannot cross. Gone are the days of all night rambles without repercussion.

There are many tricks and pranks that are standard procedure and are usually expected. The mystery of when is the only element of surprise left for these traditional pranks. The best man, however, is allowed one original prank before the invisible line is crossed. Only the best man or best friend of the groom is allowed this leeway and anyone else who attempts it — has crossed the line and will be severely chastised by the group. He becomes an outcast of sorts for an indefinite and unspecified period of time and the group knows only by instinct when that penalty period expires.

One of the traditional pranks is the greasing of the doorknobs of various dwellings owned or occupied by the husband to be. Large amounts of Vaseline are applied to the doorknob causing extreme difficulty in turning the knob to enter or exit. Another such original prank is the fake wedding favors, which could now be deemed as unique wedding favors as they consist of a package or condoms, a deck of naked lady cards and various other small items of a sexual nature all tied up in a nice little gift bag and placed before the bride and bridesmaids seats along with a fake invoice with the company logo of the original wedding favor supplier. This causes the bride to think that all the guests received these items and the shipper made a terrible mistake.

Toilet paper is another favorite prank when the friends of the groom get together and TP their buddy’s yard. In the wedding tradition, which differs from the Halloween trick, vast amounts of toilet paper are used and a thorough job is complete, usually late at night while their friend is asleep. This wedding prank can be carried out up to one week after the nuptials. Usually the TP party occurs while the couple is off on honeymoon.

The coup de resistance, as it were, is the best man’s prank, which can be quite original. My personal favorite the cricket joke, as it is both funny and embarrassing for the happy couple. It is vital to know what vehicle they will be using providing they will use one at all to go on the honeymoon. During the wedding or ensuing reception, thousands of live crickets are placed in the vehicle. When the newlyweds get in the vehicle and drive off, they do so to the tune of crickets noisily protesting their new home. It is hilarious to see them pull up to a red light next to other cars or even better, a police car, with crickets chirping so loudly that they have to blast the stereo or endure the laughing stares of strangers.

When your friend gets married, take your time and come up with something really original and unique. He may act upset at the time, but as soon as you are together without the new wife, he will appreciate you for it.

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Relationships – Overnight Wedding Reception Ideas

  • March 9, 2010 at 6:36 pm

Some brides these days are turning wedding receptions on their head and creating super long receptions that run through the night and into the morning. If this is you, planning some activities for those long nighttime hours is essential. Generally, if an all-night reception is planned, it goes something like this: the wedding is held in the early evening and reception follows. By about midnight, many of the guests will have left and the group that is remaining (generally the younger guests, but not always) will continue to dance and party and revel into the early morning hours. At some point, breakfast will be provided and everyone will go home to crash.

The answer is simple. You want to keep people entertained through the nighttime hours, you want to keep them at the reception and not let them give in to driving home to crash and sleep and you want to provide them with a real party. Let’s face it: if they are willing to hang in with you for the duration, they deserve something for their effort.

First, you need to be fairly organized about the activities you plan. Consult with your DJ about these activities and leave it to him or her to keep things on a schedule. Do not plan to cut cake in the middle of the night. That activity should take place during the more traditional evening hours, so those not intending to stay all night can leave. However, if you’re determined to keep your guests all night, you could hold one activity back with the hope it will keep guests in the house longer. Depending on your guest list, you might hold off on the father-daughter dance until after midnight, or you could save a few toasts for the late night hours. In any event, having some other fun events is a great idea.

Fill it with a variety of goodies. Candy is always popular, but you could also fill it with silly toys found in the carnival section of the party store. Have the DJ play a spirited song and let everyone have a chance at the pi?ata. Do this on the dance floor and really let people have a swing at it. There should be plenty of room. Once the pi?ata breaks, everyone can enjoy a taste of sweet candy or can enjoy some silly little carnival game or toy.

People who stay for the duration of the wedding are going to need a rest. Plan a photo presentation or video viewing for this purpose. You could have someone who’s familiar with PowerPoint create a photo presentation or have someone put together a video of photos. Do this around 2 or 3 am and have it last a good half hour to 45 minutes. This gives everyone a chance to sit down and relax and also gives the DJ a chance to sit, have a rest and rejuvenate for the next round.

If the weddig is outside, you can provide inflatable mattresses and have some torches lit. If guests ant to sit down and relax, they can do so on the mattresses and still be part of the activity while resting. If it’s been a long day and someone needs to rest, those reception room chairs don’t seem the most comfortable. If the reception is indoors, think about providing large pillows for guests to sit on or create a corner with inflatable mattresses and lots of fabric. This can be a chatting area where people can go to rest but still be part of the fun. They can chat and catch up with other guests and then head back for more partying when they’re rejuvenated.

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How To Choose The Perfect Wedding Venue

  • March 9, 2010 at 5:47 pm

Organising a wedding can be a headache and one of your major considerations is your venue, whether you prefer a spiritual or civil setting to say “I do”, you will need to have somewhere to host a reception. The majority of couples will want a single site for the reception and evening party which can save a lot of time, money and effort.

Some of the most popular wedding venues are booked up to 18 months in advance and if you can’t budge on your dates and are determined to have your wedding on a Saturday, you will almost certainly need to wait. If you can be flexible this will increase your amount of potential venues.

Receptions can come in many forms; you may want a party of close friends and family, a casual buffet or a grand formal sit down dinner. This may determine your choice of venue and you should make sure the location lends itself to your particular idea.

If you are able to have your wedding and reception at the same venue this links the two together and helps guests move seamlessly from ceremony to celebration. If your reception venue is different from your wedding venue, try and keep the locations close by to ensure guests don’t get lost or stressed out.

You need to make sure the venue you choose works well with the number of guests you will be inviting, a large venue may seem overwhelming to your closest circle of friends but your back garden might not fit 500 partygoers. You may also want to check you have exclusivity of the venue and there won’t be another wedding there stealing your thunder.

If you are hosting your party at a large venue such as a hotel and many of your guests are travelling, you may want to choose somewhere that can accommodate them; many large hotels will provide plenty of room and will usually offer a discount for group booking combined with venue hire.

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Choosing Crystal Wine Glasses

  • March 9, 2010 at 5:22 pm

Crystal wine glasses are created from glass that holds lead oxide. Lead oxide is added to the glass to increase the density and when the density is increased, the glass becomes more reflective and shinier. Crystal wine glasses often reflect a brilliant array of color.

The number of colors that are reflected from the glass depends on the amount of lead that is added to it. Crystal wine glasses are heavier than glass wine glasses because of the lead content. The amount of lead added to the piece determines the weight of the crystal.

Hand created crystal wine glasses often have seed bubbles that are visible in the glass. These bubbles are made when tiny pockets or air get trapped inside the glass. That is why, a lot of people wonder why they find imperfections in their crystal pieces. This is because the process of making the glass itself.

Other imperfections include chill marks and slightly cloudy places. Imperfections are found on even the finest hand crafted crystal wine glasses. These imperfections are often only seen by holding the glass up to a light. They are not a sign that the glass is faulty, but they are more likely a sign that the glass was made by hand.

Since crystal is a soft glass, it is easily scratched. So proper care of your crystal wine glasses is very important if you want them to last for a long time. Crystal glass can be scratched by small particles of dust, sand and dirt.

Here are some tips for your crystal wine glasses:

* To prevent the crystal glasses from being scratched, try to not carry a handful of crystal glasses at one time. It is better that the pieces do not touch each other or other items as well.

* It is also very important that you do not use harsh cleaners such as ammonia if you need to soak your crystal glasses. Instead, stick with a solution of mild dish soap and warm water.

* Most experts will tell you never to put your crystal stemware in the dishwasher. If you do decide to put it in the dishwasher, it is best that you use the gentlest cycle.

Giving crystal wine glasses as a gift is a fantastic idea. They make a beautiful addition to any collection. They also make great keepsake to hand down to future generations. With proper care, they will last for many years!

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Top Wine Glass Rack Reviews!

  • March 9, 2010 at 4:23 pm

Buying wine glass racks for your restaurant or for your home should not be a stressful task. As a matter of fact, if you are willing to do a little research before hand, finding the best wine glass rack for your home or restaurant should be very fast and easy.

Firstly, you will want to decide how big of a glass wine rack you will need.

Next you will also need to decide how much money you can afford to spend on your wine rack as well as you decide what style wine rack will work best in your home or restaurant.

When it comes to wine glass racks, you will find them in many different sizes. A lot of wine racks can accommodate a very large amount of wine glasses, while others do not hold as many.

If you are thinking about purchasing a rack for your home, then you will, most likely, want to purchase a smaller wine rack. Large wine racks are often used in bars and restaurants.

Wooden racks look very good and can match almost any decor. When it comes to wine glass racks, you will find many different colors and styles.

Should you want a wine rack that is a lot more modern, then maybe you should consider getting a metal wine glass rack. Not only are metal wine glass rack stylish, but they are also lighter than the wood racks. Besides that, this can often make the metal racks a lot easier to install.

Some wine glass racks come with hardware to install them over a bar or kitchen island. Other brands are made to hang vertically on the wall. It is also important that you think about how you will hang your rack.

You may want to consider getting a cabinet with a built in wine glass rack if you do not have wall space for hanging rack. The cabinets are very nice since they are very often having a place to store a few wine bottles as well as a corkscrew, too. None of these types of racks is better than the other; it is mostly just a style preference.

There are some less expensive models on the market. Wine glass racks can vary in price. The average price on the internet for these racks is around $80.00. Therefore, when you are choosing a style, it is important that you keep your budget in mind.

You want to find a rack that is sturdy and that will hold up for many years to come. Therefore, it is important that you do not sacrifice quality for a good price.

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The A-Z’s of the Wedding Cake Topper World

  • March 9, 2010 at 3:36 pm

So you are in the process of getting a wedding cake topper to sit on top of your wedding cake. Wedding cake toppers are certainly a hot wedding accessory these days. As an example, consider the following keywords that all sorts of people are typing directly into into the various search engines:

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Do you know what wedding cake toppers are? What a great question. Not many people know what wedding cake toppers are, but they are those tiny “figures” or “statues” that exist on top of a wedding cake. They seem to scream out “Notice Me…I’m Something Fantastic…I Matter!”. From their extremely humble beginnings there is a tremendous variety of toppers available today. Let us spend a few moments learning their story…

Where Did This All Begin?

After the description a brief history is next. Although no accurate records exist of the very first time that someone put a tiny little model on top of a wedding cake, a number of traditions do exist. One of the most popular traditions around states that a woman was engaged and getting married, and she was trying to determine some way in which she could depict the love that she and her husband to be shared for each other. Her father happened to be the town baker, and she gave him the assignment. Because he was a baker he without a doubt baked a wedding cake, but he went ahead and added a little statue to the top of the cake. He put a figurine of his daughter and her future husband on the very top of the cake. This was to display the extreme love that these two young people shared for each other as they started their new life together.

Is this an actual story? Perhaps. Is it fictional? Perhaps. Does it foreshadow the prominence that the cake topper would have on not only the wedding cake but the big day? This is a given. This humble baker probably had no idea what a revolution he had begun. The wedding day would never be the same again…

What comes to mind when you think of the 50’s? Elvis and Rock & Roll right? Well wedding cake toppers were about to become much more popular than ever during these years as those soldiers returning from WWII started to settle down and have a family.

Hotter Than Ever

In the world today we see that cake toppers are very popular. Styles have changed somewhat to reflect the times, but they are still popular none-the-less. In this world in which we live you can get wedding cake toppers that depict mixed race marriages, as well as same-sex marriages as well. Many traditional wedding toppers are being sold these days. One model in particular depicts the bride grabbing her hapless groom by the scruff of the neck…preventing him from getting away. Another depicts her dragging him back to the minister after he has escaped. Some cake toppers even show the things that the happy couple can enjoy together.

To Sum Up…

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What In The World Is A Wedding Cake Topper?

  • March 9, 2010 at 3:33 pm

So you are planning on buying a wedding cake topper for your unique wedding cake. Wedding cake toppers are certainly a popular wedding accessory these days. In regards to an example, consider the following keywords that most people are typing into the various search engines:

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Just what are wedding cake toppers anyway? That’s a fair question. Not many people know what cake toppers are, but they are those petite “figures” or “statues” that sit on top of the traditional wedding cake. They seem to scream out “Notice Me…I’m Something Special…I Matter!”. From their extremely humble beginnings there is a tremendous variety of cake toppers available in the marketplace today. Let’s spend a few minutes learning their story…

Now that we are done with the description, let’s turn our focus to the history. Although no precise records exist of the first time a person put a tiny little figure on the precise top of a wedding cake, a number of traditions do exist. One of the most popular traditions out there these days states that a young woman was getting married, and she was trying to determine some way in which she could show the love that she and her boyfriend shared for each other. Her father happened to be the village baker, and she gave him the assignment. Due to the fact that he was a baker he obviously baked a wedding cake, but he one step further and added a little model to the extreme top of the cake. He positioned a model of his daughter and future son-in-law on top of the cake. He did this to display the extreme love that these two young individuals shared for each other.

Is this story factual? Perhaps. Is it fictional? Perhaps. Does it foreshadow the prominence that the cake topper would have on not only the wedding cake but the big day? This is a given. This humble baker probably had no idea what a trend he had started. What we now call the wedding day would never be the same again…

What comes to the top of your mind when you think of the 1950’s? The King (Elvis) and Rock & Roll right? Well wedding cake toppers were about to become much more popular than ever during these years as soldiers returning from the war started to settle down and develop a family.

In today’s world we see that cake toppers are as popular as ever. Styles have changed somewhat to reflect the times, but they are very popular none-the-less. In this world in which we live you can get wedding cake toppers that depict mixed race marriages, as well as same-sex marriages as well. Many extremely funny toppers are being sold these days. One model in particular depicts the lovely grabbing her hapless groom by the collar…preventing him from getting away. Another shows her dragging him back to the minister after he has run off. Some cake toppers even show the various hobbies that the happy couple can enjoy together.

In Conclusion

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A Fully Functional Business Center Can Be Found In Hotels In Charleston West Virginia

  • March 9, 2010 at 2:28 pm

For the traveler there are many opportunities that are available when they find themselves visiting Charleston West Virginia. If you are in town on business many of the hotels in Charleston West Virginia offer their guests the resources they will require in order to complete their business successfully. If you are in town for pleasure many of the hotels in Charleston West Virginia offer you close proximity to major Charleston attractions such as Charleston West Virginia Downtown and the many outdoor activities available in Charleston. Regardless of the purpose of your trip the hotels in Charleston West Virginia can accommodate all of your needs, your selection only comes down to the resources you will need during your trip.

There is a great deal of business that occurs every day in Charleston so the needs of business travelers are ready to be fulfilled by hotels in Charleston West Virginia. Many of the hotels in Charleston West Virginia offer the ability to access the internet from each room, a tool important in the business life of the corporate traveler. As both a tool for regular business communication and access to vital information needed in real time the internet has risen as one of the number one tools of the business world. Another feature that is helpful in hotels in Charleston West Virginia can be found with a fully functional business center.

When a person is traveling it is often discovered how important it is to have a functioning office with all of your business needs. When a business person has access to a fully operation business center within the hotels in Charleston West Virginia they have the opportunity to access an on-the-road office that helps smooth the transition of business on the road. The last measure that hotels in Charleston West Virginia cover for the traveling business individual is the option of space available through conference rooms for a business individual and their clients. Going to the office of a potential client gives them the home field advantage and meeting in a restaurant is strangely unprofessional. When you conduct business in conference rooms of hotels in Charleston West Virginia it provides a neutral ground that business can successfully be developed in.

For the traveler seeking pleasure the hotels in Charleston West Virginia can offer them a comfortable stay with close proximity to the top attractions. Charleston West Virginia downtown is the center of shopping and dining in the city of Charleston. Through Charleston West Virginia Downtown and individual can enjoy a day of shopping to be concluded with a great meal in one of the many restaurants found in Charleston West Virginia Downtown.

If your pursuits fall more towards the athletic ventures available in Charleston the hotels in Charleston West Virginia can get you close to many of the great outdoor experiences available. These locations offer scenic biking and hiking trails along with locations for picnics with handy features such as barbeques, covered seating and electrical access. Regardless of your pleasure needs the hotels in Charleston West Virginia can offer you a comfortable stay and close locations.

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Enjoy Business Success With Hotels In Charleston West Virginia

  • March 9, 2010 at 2:28 pm

During these economic times the search for economically smart solutions are growing in popularity. As individuals try to save money the demands in life and business play a large role in finances in the image of both expenses and potential revenue. The hotels in Charleston West Virginia give a person the luxury of a top of the line hotel with the financial comfort of cost-effective solutions for the person traveling for pleasure or business.

When you are on business the object is to make money, not to spend money so the low prices found with hotels in Charleston West Virginia can help you in maintaining low expenses to save money and impress your employers. If you are traveling on business with your own dollar the economical solutions provided by hotels in Charleston West Virginia allow your company to save money when the potential of your trip is to increase your streams of revenue.

Having knowledge of the town you are visiting is vital to concluding business as well as entertaining your clients, therefore location is key in all business endeavors. There is a strong possibility that your business will sooner or later land you in this proximity and Charleston West Virginia Downtown is the hub of the entertainment industry in Charleston. The hotels in Charleston West Virginia that are located directly in Charleston West Virginia Downtown offer the best level of location however their immediate location also results in the higher rates that many business individuals and companies are looking to avoid.

For the financially savvy individual the greatest opportunity is to find hotels in Charleston West Virginia that are in close proximity to Charleston West Virginia Downtown without being subjected to the high costs found in being directly in Charleston West Virginia Downtown. The money that you save will help you in your ultimate financial goals as well as assist you in being close to your clientele and their entertainment demands.

Comfort and price are both important features to consider when you are looking for hotels in Charleston West Virginia. Although, what is more important than catering to your own needs is to find the opportunity to cater to your potential clients needs. Being close to Charleston West Virginia Downtown to celebrate your new business venture is important but it is more important to first close that business deal. When you are searching for hotels in Charleston West Virginia make sure that they have the accommodations that you will need in order to maximize your business opportunity.

In the course of seeking new opportunities to expand your business having basic requirements such as Wi-Fi access and a totally efficient business center will assist you in sustaining your business. Hotels in Charleston West Virginia which have conference rooms where you can make your presentation to clients in a professional atmosphere will impress your clients and therefore help your business. Business is often considered a business of presentation where you need to capture the attention of a potential client in order to receive their business.

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