by Danielle Ellis, Editor

Whether you’re in the throes of planning your wedding, or that day is decades and generations past, it’s always important to keep the courtship alive. Scientists will tell you how much a happy marriage improves your health and increases your life expectancy. Sociologists will tell you how much better you are in a happy partnership than any other way. Prophets will tell you that you are building a relationship that can go on through eternity. But you probably already know for yourself that wedded bliss is just plain old fun. So how do you keep the spark in your relationship? Here are a few ideas.

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by Dave Ellis

Now that it’s Bridal Issue time again I would like to give out my advice to the men for creating the perfect wedding – just do whatever she says so you won’t be skating on thin ice. Speaking of skating on ice, I took my family ice skating last month and I’d like to tell you about it. Sorry about the lame segue, but I’m kind of tired of having to come up with good transitions between topics. I sure love nachos!

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Once upon a time…

So begin the great fairy tales and love stories. Two people fall in love and suddenly all the world is hearts and flowers and valentines. And as the schoolyard version goes, “first comes love, then comes marriage.” So you’re planning a wedding…

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Is you’re basking in the glow of your new commitment to your sweetheart, consider the six most common mistakes in wedding planning. Plan your perfect wedding while minimizing your stress, frustration, and disappointment.

Not Taking The Time To Envision The Details Of Your Wedding.

It is your wedding, so take time now to think through the details. How formal will your event be? What do you want the feel of your day to be? Envision even the smallest details that will make your day exactly how YOU want it.

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White gold and platinum are leading the trends in bridal jewelry. Although the worldwide cost increases have driven up prices for 18kt white gold and platinum, they are still very popular.

White diamonds are always in great demand although browns, oranges, pinks, yellows, and blues are expected to be important for 2007. Diamonds can be purchased in any of these colors. Other natural colored gemstones are available and gaining in popularity as well.

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