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		<description><![CDATA[Don&#8217;t let being out of shape ruin your life. Take control! Given the options that are available to you today to look, feel, and be physically fit there are no more excuses. Just look around you, obesity is a growing epidemic that is devastating lives. Heart Disease, Type 2 Diabetes, Pancreatic and Intestinal Cancer are [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Don&#8217;t let being out of shape ruin your life. Take control! Given the options that are available to you today to look, feel, and be physically fit there are no more excuses. Just look around you, obesity is a growing epidemic that is devastating lives. Heart Disease, Type 2 Diabetes, Pancreatic and Intestinal Cancer are tearing our families, communities, and nation apart.<br />
If violating your arteries isn&#8217;t enough to make you stomach turn, I want you to think of the number 150, now I want you to think billion, and that&#8217;s amount the CDC estimates it&#8217;s costing America per year to deal with obesity.<br />
You&#8217;ve seen the diet commercials, you&#8217;ve seen the infomercials where you can buy a silly device attach to attach to yourself and expect the body of your dreams. I say &#8220;Dream On!&#8221; People don&#8217;t get ripped by miracles, or worthless gadgets, it takes commitment, dedication, and healthier life choices to mold true fitness.<br />
Many people who thought they were to busy, or to out of shape to join a gym are now seeing the benefits, and dropping the excuses. What is going to take to motivate you, to put being in the best shape of your life on the top of your priorities list?</p>
<p>If increased life expectancy, endless energy, skyscraping confidence is enough to make you say Yes! There are local gyms out there ready to motivate you through your challenge.</p>
<p>Done in a recent survey on active gym members in the U.S here&#8217;s the top 7 traits most people are looking for in a gym.</p>
<p>1. Excellent Customer Service<br />
2. Skilled Personal Trainers<br />
3. Clean Facility<br />
4. Low Wait Time For Machine Use<br />
5. No Contracts<br />
6. Friendly Atmosphere<br />
7. Great Location</p>
<p>There are great gyms all of the U.S but if you happen to live in Arizona, one of the best gyms you can join is Yuma Snap Fitness. They&#8217;re high on the list because they&#8217;re not only offering the top 7 traits you want, they&#8217;re also including bonus online training, nutrition, and wellness services.</p>
<p>The Yuma Snap Fitness gets an &#8220;A&#8221; for an amazing staff that&#8217;s friendly, and supportive of their members physical goals.<br />
Whatever gym you decide to join, always remember and never forget, it&#8217;s about you. Your health, your body, and your life.</p>
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		<title>Honeymoon Tips: 6 Steps For Planning and Saving Money!</title>
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Here are some honeymoon tips to help you get through your planning.
Most would consider  after  planning your wedding, the second biggest feat is planning your honeymoon. Don&#8217;t get caught up in the tradition of letting your future husband plan this alone. In the words of Julia Roberts in “Pretty Woman”: “Mistake, big mistake.”
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<h1><span style="color: #ff99cc;">Here are some honeymoon tips to help you get through your planning.</span></h1>
<h3>Most would consider  after  planning your wedding, the second biggest feat is planning your honeymoon. Don&#8217;t get caught up in the tradition of letting your future husband plan this alone. In the words of Julia Roberts in “Pretty Woman”: “Mistake, big mistake.”</h3>
<h3>Not that your hubby is incapable of planning it — certainly he can. But if you think of it logically, one person planning a trip for 2 people? Yep, things can get messy.  So ladies you&#8217;ll definitely want to be just as much a part of the planning as you possibly can, or just do like me and take it completely over.(I&#8217;m laughing inside right now, I am such a control freak).</h3>
<h2><span style="color: #ff99cc;">Honeymoon tips for when you should travel:</span></h2>
<h3>When? You can go whenever you want, but I definitely recommend pre planning this trip at least 6 months, really smart couples plan one year in advance. This is definitely going to help you save a serious amount of money and time this honeymoon tip also comes with occasional upgrades to tickets and services for booking so far in advance.</h3>
<h2><span style="color: #ff99cc;">Honeymoon tips for where you should travel:</span></h2>
<h3>Where? Don&#8217;t ask me, ask your spouse. Well I might be able to help out a bit. Do you long for the romance of Paris or Tahiti, the history of Rome, the art of Barcelona, the nightlife of London, the seclusion of some remote Caribbean beach, the glitter of Vegas, the charm of New Orleans? Or maybe your hearts’ desire is the Poconos in a rotating, heart-shaped bed. Even though none of my honeymoon tips can tell you where to go, this will tell you how to decide. The keyword here is mutual interest. The hubby has to like it too. If you need more help deciding, rent some movies on the travel destinations you plan on going before you go, just make sure it&#8217;s not from a travel company.</h3>
<h2><span style="color: #ff99cc;">Honeymoon tips for sailing:</span></h2>
<h3>Sailing? Cruises are shooting up in popularity these days for couples eager to save some money while having a good time. If you both enjoy constant water view, exciting night life, being waited on day and night, this honeymoon tip might be a good choice for you. I personally love cruises because they fit almost every budget. If you’re interested in a large ship with lots of activities, take a look at Carnival, Princess or Royal Caribbean cruise lines. If you are looking for a smaller ship with a more intimate, romantic setting, think about Seabourn, Silversea or Windstar (which has four-masted sailing vessels). Prices can usually range from $75 per person per day to just under $300 per person per day. And if when you do go on your cruise please don&#8217;t go cheap on your cabin. Always choose the one that fits your budget, and never think, or even consider choosing an inside cabin. (You&#8217;ve been warned)</h3>
<h2><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-193" title="maldives-resort" src="http://affordableweddingnow.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/11/maldives-resort1.jpg" alt="maldives-resort" width="515" height="345" /></h2>
<h2><span style="color: #ff99cc;">Honeymoon tips for resorts:</span></h2>
<h3>What are some good honeymoon tips for resorts? Hmmm&#8230;. Some of the all-inclusive resorts like Sandals, have facilities throughout the caribbean, and conveniently help  you bring out the romance of your honeymoon. Some might be a little less all-inclusive in their offerings, but are more unique, private, and personable. The majority of honeymooners today are opting to split their time between the two different resorts. Yes, you will have some packing to do and moving halfway through your honeymoon, but I recommend it. One combination of resorts might look like this: try the romantic seclusion of Ladera in St. Lucia for, say, three days right after the wedding, followed by four days at Sandals Grande St. Lucian Spa &amp; Beach Resort for some fun and partying with other couples. Pricing for all-inclusive and exclusive resorts is comparable to pricing for similar cruises.</h3>
<h2><span style="color: #ff99cc;">Honeymoon tips for cost:</span></h2>
<h3>Cost? I definitely have some honeymoon tips for cost. This entire website is dedicated to saving money, but this is not the area I would pinch the most pennies in. You should remember you&#8217;re there to have fun and celebrate the moment. If you are planning on having kids, and you probably will if you planned this honeymoon right. This might be your last vacation together for the next 18 years! Is that scary or what? This honeymoon tip is not about pinching penny&#8217;s, but about knowing when to let them go.</h3>
<h2><span style="color: #ff99cc;">Honeymoon tips for insurance:</span></h2>
<h3>Insurance? Ok, listen to me, please buy travel insurance, for the same reason you buy any kind of insurance. You never know what&#8217;s going to happen, and your honeymoon is serious financial and emotional investment, plan safe like you would with any other part of your life. Some policies allow you to cancel for any reason — some even have a clause for cold feet. (But I know you&#8217;re committed!). Hope you enjoyed the honeymoon tips. Now go and plan a fantastic one.</h3>
<h2><em><span style="color: #ff99cc;">-Susan Wilder</span></em></h2>
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		<title>DIY Flower Arranging For Weddings &#8211; Save Money &amp; Do it Yourself</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[This need not be an expensive project and you do not have to be an expert to make a church look fabulous for the big day. Some of the best wedding flower arrangements are very simple and do not require many flowers. The bride and bridesmaids flowers are better made by a florist but the church can be made to look fantastic by anyone with just a basic knowledge of flower arranging.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-372" title="cut-cost-save-money" src="http://affordableweddingnow.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/07/cut-cost-save-money.jpg" alt="cut-cost-save-money" width="343" height="350" />This need not be an expensive project and you do not have to be an expert to make a church look fabulous for the big day.</p>
<p><strong>Some of the best wedding flower arrangements are very simple and do not require many flowers.</strong></p>
<p>The bride and bridesmaids flowers are better made by a florist but the church can be made to look fantastic by anyone with just a basic knowledge of flower arranging. I have done it!</p>
<p>This of course makes it so much cheaper and can be group of friends helping out another friend.</p>
<p>Firstly see what is required i.e. pedestal in the entrance, pew ends, pedestal and flowers on the altar, and last but not least windowsills. Next it&#8217;s colour scheme. This could depend on the time of year and the bride&#8217;s preference. Maybe green, white and yellow for spring, pink and cream for summer and the darker reds and orange for autumn and winter.</p>
<p>I always think decorating pew ends is very effective and they are very simple to do. Buy little plastic containers shaped like shovels from the garden centre, fasten in a piece of wet oasis and arrange your flowers. These are of course quite small but a little trail of ivy or ribbon really finishes them off and they are attached to the pew by threading ribbon through the handle of the container and tying it on.</p>
<p>Spray carnations are a good flower to use for this arrangement as they are small and with a little gypsophila look good.</p>
<p>Pedestals are easy to do. Just use a bigger piece of oasis, bigger container and bigger flowers! Lilies, spray chrysanths, carnations are very useful here because they fill the spaces quickly and last well.</p>
<p>Window sills are my favourite. A long container is required and a whole block of oasis. Insert flowers and foliage and the arrangement can be as wide as the sill if you wish by putting in foliage at each end horizontally.</p>
<p>When your work is finished just one more thing to do &#8211; spray each arrangement with cold water to keep fresh. You will be amazed at the result and what fun you have had doing it.</p>
<p>Do your own wedding flower arrangements, have fun and save a fortune:</p>
<p><a href="http://www.squidoo.com/wedding-flower-arranging" target="_new">WEDDING FLOWER ARRANGING</a></p>
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		<title>Red Weddings &#8211; Save in Style</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Red weddings have been a trend for many years now. It is a great alternative for the usual white or cream wedding that you commonly see in movies or in old wedding photographs. This type of wedding is popular since it brings along a perfect combination of fashion and style with a touch of elegance.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img class="alignleft size-medium wp-image-184" title="hawaii-honeymoon" src="http://affordableweddingnow.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/11/hawaii-honeymoon-300x240.jpg" alt="hawaii-honeymoon" width="300" height="240" />Red weddings have been a trend for many years now. It is a great alternative for the usual white or cream wedding that you commonly see in movies or in old wedding photographs. This type of wedding is popular since it brings along a perfect combination of fashion and style with a touch of elegance.</p>
<p>Here&#8217;s the thing-dreaming about grand red weddings is one thing and planning one is another. You have to make sure that everything falls into their right places-from the flowers, tuxedos, cakes, bridal gown down to the littlest things such as the tablecloth and wedding favors. Everything should be carefully planned for the big day.</p>
<p><strong>Why A Red Wedding?</strong></p>
<p>Since a wedding is supposed to be a chance to express yourself, red is a good choice because of its bold nature. Red wedding dresses have symbolisms behind them. In China, it means luck and joy. In Asia, it symbolizes happiness, prosperity and luck. In Europe, it is symbol for power, passion, lust and love. Aside from these, red is thought to symbolize sensuality and nurturing qualities of a woman. For some, a red gown is their choice because of cosmetic reasons; that these gowns stand out as a vibrant and warm color on their wedding day and that they look elegant in a red dress.</p>
<p><strong>Spice It Up With Red</strong></p>
<p>If red works for you, then you have no reason not to take it as your special day&#8217;s color. In red weddings, the bridesmaids can wear red (with a white ensemble perhaps), the bouquets can be made of red roses or tulips, the cake can be iced in red and decorations such as tablecloth can also come in red. Red will surely be a great motif that will be mutually enjoyed by both the bride and the groom.</p>
<p>You may also choose to wear a bright red bridal gown, which has been done by many brides in past red weddings. Celebrities have also embraced this trend, so there should be no hesitations on trying it out. Perhaps you can go with the traditional white gown accented with a red ribbon around the waist. It really depends upon your creativity and preferences.</p>
<p>Red weddings are great because they are unique and trendy. Whatever way you plan the wedding, you can always make it special by choosing the right things for the right mood. Even little things matter-the music, the food, the wedding favors and souvenirs. Everything should be carefully and perfectly woven for that special and grand event.</p>
<p>Shop now for your <a href="http://redwedding.info" target="_new">red wedding</a>. Red Weddings that romantic, passionate, bold and unforgettable. Visit RedWedding.Info for <a href="http://www.redwedding.info/red-wedding-store/category/red-wedding-invitations/" target="_new">red wedding invitations</a>, red wedding favors and more!</p>
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		<title>Top Ten Wedding Saving Tips</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 10 Jul 2010 00:17:49 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[There are many things you can do to save money on your wedding. Some easy tips will help a lot without anybody noticing it. Here are ten great ideas.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Every girl wants to have her dream wedding either at a church or somewhere else. However, it usually costs too much that they have to cut some of the expenses. What they don&#8217;t know is that certain tricks will have the same grand effect with less cost. Here are top ten ideas you should know to have an inexpensive and beautiful wedding.</p>
<p><b>Have fewer guests.</b> Adding one more guest to your list would add to the cost of the wedding. Choose only your close friends and colleagues while not feeling obligated to invite the others. Also tell the invited guests not to bring company you&#8217;re not acquainted with. It could be their children or date.</p>
<p><b>Find cheap wedding clothes.</b> You can find good dresses at sales and on the Internet. The groom can also benefit with looking at discount stores. Cufflinks and studs might also be available where you will buy the dress. The best bet would be buying online because you can be sure there are lots of discounted items. It will save you lots of money.</p>
<p><b>Make your own wedding invitations.</b> You could always use your computer and look up some samples to copy. It will be much simpler and cheap. Forget about the intricate engravings which are easily forgotten.</p>
<p><b>Use budget-friendly decorations.</b> Don&#8217;t splurge too much on decorations. Simple things like balloons and white light will be elegant when used well. And borrowing decorations from friends won&#8217;t cost anything yet still look good.</p>
<p><b>Don&#8217;t overspend on food and drinks.</b> Find a caterer who could provide good food and not much money. You might also want to haggle to get a better price. Not having alcohol is also good for the budget. Sodas and sparkling water will be fine.</p>
<p><b>Get help from friends.</b> It&#8217;s okay to ask someone to help. If your friend is good at something, use it for your benefit like musicians and creative people. They might even be flattered that you asked them for their assistance.</p>
<p><b>Do your own favors.</b> Instead of hiring someone to do it, you can make something simple and easy on the budget. Food like chocolate and cookies or even a bookmark is enough of a favor. That way, you can save a bundle.</p>
<p><b>Find a cheaper wedding day.</b> Couples usually choose Fridays and Saturdays as their wedding day. Because of it, those days becomes more in demand and expensive. Choose a weekday or Sunday for your wedding.</p>
<p><b>Get a good and affordable reception area.</b> It could be the backyard of you or your friend&#8217;s house. Having it any other day than Friday and Saturday and months like October to April will be cheaper because of fewer demands.</p>
<p><b>Get a more affordable transportation.</b> You don&#8217;t have to go all-out for your car. You&#8217;ll only use it for a short time so limousines aren&#8217;t necessary. Use your own car and designing it will do. Hire a reliable driver; it won&#8217;t cost as much as a professional chauffeur.</p>
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		<title>Mass Wedding Savings</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 08 Jul 2010 23:55:58 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Want to really save money on your wedding? Consider a mass wedding.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>So you have found that special guy or gal and you want to tie the knot but funds are dwindling and you are not sure where the endowment will arise from. There are plenty of ways to save money on the actual wedding, but what if there was a way to pay nothing for the actual wedding or reception? There are ways, believe me, and if you are willing to tie the knot, or even renew your vows, amidst a crowd of couples then you are in luck.</p>
<p>Over the past ten years there have been thousands of trendy mass weddings hitting every state from every angle possible. The idea came from a Guinness world record. The record for most couples married at one time became an event that spread like wild fire across the world. Events like this are being orchestrated constantly; church organizations, antsy record-breaking channels, even radio stations have taken up the challenge. This may seem like a very unorthodox path in which to get married but when it comes to saving money and having a marvelous time you cannot beat the mass wedding concept.</p>
<p>Millions of people have been married in this fashion and from the stories told on mass wedding blog sites you may be surprised at the memories made and kept by the couples who attended these events. You may be wondering what the main expense is in this type of wedding and you may find it relieving to know that the marriage certificate itself is the most expensive aspect to a mass nuptial. The general cost of a marriage license is fifty dollars. Of course, if you plan to purchase a gown and tuxedo for the event then this will also add to the expense but consider the alternative cost of a full wedding and reception. The average tuxedo rental is also fifty dollars, and a bridal gown can be purchased for less than one hundred (gown rentals are available too). For less than two hundred dollars you can enjoy the luxury of a magnificent wedding, with reception included, and enjoy the presence of hundreds of other happy couples to share in your excitement. Can you imagine the dance-training at this reception?</p>
<p>All-in-all the point is to save you thousands of dollars in wedding expenses and in this manner you will succeed. Plus, this is a far-cry from eloping. Family and friends are generally welcome at the festivities and after party; the more the merrier. And the most amazing part is that you will have saved thousands of dollars that can be put toward your one-of-a-kind honeymoon. You can keep up with local events such as this by staying up-to-date with your local radio stations, local church organizations, and even non-profits. Stay involved in local activities and sponsorships and you are likely to find events such as this happening at least once a year.</p>
<p>For more <a target="_new" href="http://weddingsaffordable.com/">cheap wedding ideas</a>, visit the author&#8217;s website at WeddingAffordable.com</p>
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		<title>Flower Budget For A Wedding &#8211; Save On Your Wedding Floral Expenses</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 07 Jul 2010 23:49:00 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[The flower budget for a wedding really depends on the bride and groom. They average budget spent on wedding flowers for a wedding is about $1300 and can account for nine percent of your total wedding cost.    Remember the figure above is an average and does not have to be how much you spend.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The flower budget for a wedding really depends on the bride and groom. They average budget spent on wedding flowers for a wedding is about $1300 and can account for nine percent of your total wedding cost.</p>
<p>Remember the figure above is an average and does not have to be how much you spend. It could be more or less depending on if you are having the flowers arranged by a professional, but the other option is to do it yourself with the help of friends and family members.</p>
<p>It is good ideas to look through some bridal magazines and cutout any floral arrangements you may be interested in recreating. Also think of every physical location there will be floral arrangements and other places you may use floral design. Here is a list that is common in most weddings; reception and ceremony location, the centerpieces, flower girl basket and the bridesmaid bouquets, pew bows and also the corsages.</p>
<p>The Internet can also offer savings of anywhere from 20% to 40% if you decide to be responsible for the arrangements. Online you will be able to buy the flowers directly from the grower thereby cutting out the middleman and saving a good amount of cash.</p>
<p>A good idea to cut cost is to have your bridesmaids to carry one flower each, keep in mind that you want the bride&#8217;s bouquet to look the best for her wedding day photos.</p>
<p>The kind of flowers you decide to use on your wedding day also is a big factor on your wedding budget. I would suggest using flowers that are in season at the time of your wedding, if you are trying to save on your budget. These will naturally cost less because they are easier to grow during that season.</p>
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		<title>How Can Setting the Date For Your Wedding Save You Money?</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 06 Jul 2010 23:18:15 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[When you start planning your wedding, one of the most vital decisions you have to make is setting the date. This will take priority over shopping for your gown or even where you'll get married.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>When you start planning your wedding, one of the most vital decisions you have to make is setting the date. This will take priority over shopping for your gown or even where you&#8217;ll get married. The date you pick for your wedding could mean the difference of a few dollars to a few thousand dollars, so there are quite a few considerations when deciding on when to have the wedding.</p>
<p><b>Consider a Weekday Wedding</b> <br />Traditionally, couples get married on a Saturday. It&#8217;s the most convenient day of the week for people who work full time, people still in school, and families who have to travel to the destination.</p>
<p>But if you&#8217;re trying to save as much as possible and your family, the wedding party and most of your guests are cooperative, you may think about setting the date for a Thursday or Friday evening as an alternative. And if you&#8217;re not particularly religious and most of your guests wouldn&#8217;t mind, you may even be able to book the date for a Sunday afternoon.</p>
<p>After doing some research, visiting a few websites and making some calls, you may discover that there are several more available dates on Thursdays, Fridays and Sundays than Saturdays. You may save a good deal of money by having your wedding on one of these less traditional days or even get a discount from some venues that offer off-peak rates. If they don&#8217;t advertise a discount, however, it doesn&#8217;t hurt to ask.</p>
<p>Setting the date on a Thursday, Friday or Sunday afternoon could possibly earn you a discount from other wedding vendors like the DJ, photographer or caterer if they offer discounts for off-peak wedding dates as well. And again, it doesn&#8217;t hurt to ask for a discount if you book the date for an off-peak day.</p>
<p><b>The Time of Day</b> <br />Probably one the best ways to save on your wedding when it comes to setting the date is to consider a Sunday afternoon event and opt for small luncheon sandwiches, snacks and desserts instead of a full course meal or a hot buffet. Check with some local hotels and banquet halls that have outdoor settings or quaint banquet halls and you may be able to negotiate a discount for a Sunday afternoon wedding and reception.</p>
<p><b>The Time of Year</b> <br />The time of the year can also have an affect on your budget. Spring and summer months are the most popular, as you&#8217;ve seen with local and national bridal fairs and shows, which are mostly held in January and February each year in preparation for the busy spring and summer wedding season.</p>
<p>But why not consider setting the date for a time between October and March instead? And again, since this is an off-season time of year for a wedding, you may be able to negotiate discounts with your vendors.</p>
<p>And if you combine and off-season wedding with an off-peak weekday or Sunday date, you could really save some money in the process!</p>
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		<title>Plan A Cheap Wedding &#8211; Save Thousands On Your Wedding</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 05 Jul 2010 22:30:40 +0000</pubDate>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>A wedding is probably the most expensive occasion you will ever have to plan for; to put this into perspective, a regular wedding will cost as much as six months salary for an average worker on 50,000 dollars per year. There is no need for you to spend this amount on your wedding when other options exist; planning a cheap wedding just means there are ways to reduce costs and not the enjoyment. By using some imaginative ideas, money can be saved; this could make it a reality for less than you think.</p>
<p>Hand Me Down Brides Dress</p>
<p>Almost never considered are the costs associated with the hand made wedding dress; many brides sell their dress soon after they are married and this is a sensible way to reduce the cost. Selling previously owned wedding dresses is an area which is becoming more popular; when a bride-to-be realizes she can have a quality handmade dress for half the cost of a new one or even renting it for the day, this begins to make sense.</p>
<p>The Reception</p>
<p>The bulk of the budget will be swallowed up by the wedding reception; you may need to reduce the number of guests attending, when planning your cheap wedding, because this is where most savings will take place. Try and keep your guest list to a minimum: ask yourself if you really need to invite family members you haven&#8217;t seen for years; instead, opt for a three course meal or a hot and cold buffet.</p>
<p>If you intend holding the wedding reception in an expensive hotel then stop and look at the available options; consider holding it at a club perhaps or even book a restaurant where you can keep an open bar to a minimum by only serving beer, wine and soft drinks.</p>
<p>Images of the Wedding</p>
<p>As far as the photographer is concerned, why not just hire one for the service; most guests take cameras and will be happy to take photos at the reception and of course you will have plenty to choose from. Although it may sound like an unusual idea, you always have the option to not use a professional photographer at all; there is no reason why the photos can&#8217;t be taken by your guests and you will find yourself saving many hundreds if not thousands, of dollars.</p>
<p>Print At Home Personalized Stationary</p>
<p>When looking at other areas where money can be saved, do not overlook wedding stationery; invitations for example, do not have to be taken to a printer when they can be produced by anyone reasonably competent with a home computer. Many people are now competent enough to produce near professional quality work; problems and errors can be corrected quickly without regular visits to the printers.With sophisticated customization tools you&#8217;ll be able to enter your own text and preview it before you print; so as not to make any costly mistakes, all from the benefit of your probably underused PC.</p>
<p>The Wedding Flower Arrangements</p>
<p>Florists and flower arranging can be very expensive, especially for special occasions; why not buy them direct and arrange them yourself or enroll a friend to do this for you. Many people have friends who are very capable cooks and love to bake so why not let them bake a two or three tier wedding cake; this can be made from sponge or even a chocolate cake which tends to be favorite amongst people these days.</p>
<p>The Transportation</p>
<p>One last suggestion relates to the limousine which could easily be a beautifully decorated car belonging to a friend; this is not actually that uncommon.</p>
<p>If you use this advice your cheap wedding is possible; providing your guests enjoy it, that is all that matters!</p>
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