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We’ve heard the same story time and time again, you’ve been with your significant other for years and now you’re scared that he will never ask that four-word question you’ve been dying to hear for so long. If you’ve been dating for a while and you two are clearly right for each other, you need to figure out what is holding him back and help him to see that you are The One.

Fear of commitment can definitely hold a guy back from settling down. It isn’t that he doesn’t love you, but that he is afraid that as soon as he settles down, he will meet the “perfect” women and regret his decision to get married. The best thing to do is give him time and avoid pressuring him. You don’t want to push him even further from the idea of marriage by making him feel you are trying to force him to marry you. Try to be understanding of his fear, but also let him know that it’s not realistic and fair of him to make you wait forever. One healthy way to do this is to just be yourself – be the woman he fell in love with. This should help him see that you are his “perfect” woman.

Many people hate or fear change as its affects can be so unpredictable. This applies to marriage too -some men really fear the changes that will come with life after marriage. He might feel like he’ll lose time with his friends and family after he ties the knot. If the two of you spend everyday together, try giving him more space and freedom to spend time with his family and friends. Help him too see that marriage will not rob him of the time he needs to explore his interests and spend time with his friends.

Aside from a fear of commitment, there is an opposite force at play too in some cases. A sense of chivalry. Even in today’s modern society, men still instinctively feel the need to provide and care for their wives and families. He might still be looking for his dream job, and may not think it would be fair to marry you just yet. However, if you know that with all his passion, intelligence, and skills there is nothing that will prevent him in securing his dream job, show him that you are in for the long haul, and that you want to work with him to overcome any of the obstacles that might get in the way. Let him to see that working with you to mold the future you both dream of will make the life you’ve created with each other so much more meaningful.

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One trendy post processing technique is called Texturing. The key to texturing is picking the right type of textures, and the right combination to give the photo a special feel.

Boe Lefebvre, of Pokedog Photography, utilizes a variety of techniques. For example, he says:

"I might overlay an image of a scuffed up cement wall to give the image depth, and then add a vivid image of green grass for color, and finally a blurred image of bright street lights to vary the tone and exposure. There can be millions of combinations and unlimited layers created to craft a work of fine art that a wedding couple could have printed on canvas to hang on their wall as a conversation piece, without feeling the need to pull it down after the one year anniversary."

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If you’re looking for bridesmaid dresses, you can’t afford to skip Wedding World. With the variety of colours, fabrics, and price points, you’ll be sure to find something that catches your eye. They carry children’s, plus size, and maternity gowns, so everyone on your party is covered.

I love these sky blue dresses with the gathered detail and simple belting. The simple, elegant cut is fun, formal, and can be worn again.

Wedding World also has a tonne of bridal gowns. Some of the brands available are After Six, Alfred Angelo, Jolene, Madison Collection, Alfred Sung, Dessy, and Pronovias.

Visit Wedding World’s Website

Visit the Edmonton Location:

5361 Gateway Boulevard Northwest
Edmonton, AB T6H 4P8
(780) 433-1622

I love these invitations! You can plant them!

Each sheet contains a variety of wildflower seeds, and yes, the entire sheet can be planted. Bird’s Eye, Clarkia, Black Eyed Susan, Poppy, Catchfly and Snap Dragon are some of the gifts each invitation could contain for your invitee.

According to Botanical Paperworks, all you do is place the sheet on top of a pot of soil or small patch of garden, and then cover with a thin layer or soil. This paper is made from 100% post consumer waste. In 6-8 weeks the seeds will begin to shoot up. Invite guests to pot their invitation, and bring it to the big day!

You can get these in Edmonton through Shauna Filtz at Special Day Specialties. Check out her website for fantastic invitations and wedding accessories.

Despite its name, The Drowsy Chaperone should keep audiences wide awake and entertained.
“It’s actually a musical within a comedy,” director Max Reimer says. “The (character) Man in Chair tells the story of a 20s musical (that) actually materializes before the eyes of the audience.”  According to Reimer, The Drowsy Chaperone is about a showgirl that is getting married but she and the groom are both getting cold feet. In fear of losing the showgirl in the entertainment industry, gangsters try to stop the wedding.

“There’s an intelligence behind it, and the more you know about musical theatre, the more you love it,” he says.

The Citadel’s production of the show also includes three local actors – Julien Arnold, John Ullyatt, and Susan Gilmour. Reimer has returned to the city where he says it all started.

Click Here to Read More at The Edmonton Examiner!

Congratulations! You’re getting married! Getting engaged is usually one of the most romantic, unforgettable events of your life. Excitement, tears, fears, congratulations, bridal jitters, and love abound but so does the reality of planning the big day. So how do you get everything looked after without getting overwhelmed? Bridal Fantasy’s The Wedding Planner is here to help.

Two Great Ways To Plan Your Wedding

Visit The Wedding Planner Online

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Part 2: The Bridal Shower

The first party held in the bride’s honor, is the bridal shower. This gathering is most often given by the maid of honor, but may also be given by other members of the bridal party, close friends, or even by some colleagues.

The shower itself can take several forms and range in its formality with everything from a casual lunch to a formal seven course meal.

Who to invite: any female who is on the guest list for the wedding may be invited, however to keep the party more intimate, invite only those who are closest to the bride. If you want to host a more contemporary event, you may also wish to include male guests.

Timing: Due to the busy schedule of the bride, it is best to hold this event 1 - 2 months before the wedding date.

For a great bridal shower game idea click here.

In Gwyneth Paltrow’s newsletter GOOP. there is a newly featured article on Relationships that shed’s some light on how to make & keep a healthy relationship. “What does it take to sustain a happy and successful relationship or marriage?” Tune in to hear what four very wise women have to say in response to this time old queston!

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