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Photo by
Wayne E. Chinnock Photography
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We've heard from many brides and grooms who just
recently got engaged. First of all, we would like to
congratulate them all. Secondly, we would like to remind
them to stay cool, calm and collective when making their wedding
plans. Before you even start to make your wedding plans,
just sit back and enjoy the first few weeks. Don't rush out
and start your planning. There will be plenty of time for
that. Also, don't let people start pressuring you about what
plans you should be making first. Just revel in the fact
that he finally popped the question!
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After sharing the great news with your family and
friends, it's time to start your planning. The
first step is to decide on how long of an engagement you would
like. You may just want to wait for that special date (such as your
anniversary, etc.) or even come up with a date by figuring out just
how long you think it will take to plan your wedding. Most
engagements last from six months to a year. That's not to say that
you can't get married two years from the time you get engaged (or
even two months!). That decision is up to the couple.
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After deciding on a date, it's then time to
envision your ideal wedding. Do you want a more intimate
gathering or a big extravagant celebration? What season would you
like to get married in? Would you prefer fall foliage or spring
flowers? Does an outdoor wedding appeal to you? How you choose
your wedding date is going to depend on the following:
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How
much time is it going to take to plan for your big day?
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You'll
have to check for significant dates such as graduation, holidays,
Grandma's 100th birthday, etc.
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Do
you want your birthday to fall on a certain date such as the
anniversary date of the first time you met, a special holiday
(Valentine's Day or maybe... Groundhog's Day??).
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One
big factor is whether or not you can get the reception site and
ceremony site on the same day. You may just have to switch dates to
accommodate both the reception and ceremony site on the same day.
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Another factor is the time of year. Certain times of the year tend
to be more expensive than others. If you're looking to cut your
expenses, you'll want to set an "off season" date. You'll be able
to save some money this way.
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You
may have decided to wear your mother's wedding gown - which is made
of a very heavy material. You won't want to get married in the
summer with that gown on!
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So, as you can see, there are many factors to
consider when selecting a wedding date. So you must envision your
"perfect" wedding day and decide what would be the most important
factor for you. From there, things will go...smoothly?
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