Helpful Tips for Planning Your Own Wedding

Now that Christmas, New Year's and Valentine's Day have past, there are more than likely tons of newly engaged couples out there thinking, "Ok, now what?" Since most of us are not wealthy enough to have a wedding planner do all the thinking, finding, pricing and stressing out for us, the task falls squarely on our shoulders. And let's face it, most grooms-to-be just want to be told what to wear and when to show up on the big day, so girls, it's up to you!! I wanted to pass along some of the more helpful tips that I incorporated into planning my Big Day, but I must warn you, if you are not interested in saving money, stop reading now. I also need to preface this advice with the fact that the wedding I was planning was only for about 75 guests, and was done in about 6 months time. Terry and I got engaged in November, 2001 and were married the following May. In a way, six months was not enough time, but then again, it forces you to get things done, and does not allow you time to spend all of your nest egg in the process. This is how it worked for us, and if you are trying for the 7.7.07 wedding date, it just might help you, too.