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Urgent -Need Weddings, Part Two: Health Insurance and Immigration

Part Two of my article on urgent-need weddings....

Urgent-Need Weddings: Health Insurance and Immigration

Hope it helps.

Elizabeth Oakes, National Wedding Examiner, Examiner.com

Added by Elizabeth Oakes on October 5, 2009 at 5:52pm — No Comments

Urgent Need Weddings, Part One; Illness and Hospitalization

A hospital wedding today prompted this column about urgent-need weddings and how to get a marriage license when one party can't appear.....

Urgent Need Weddings Part One: Illness and Hospitalization

Hope you never need this info, but maybe you'll be able to pass it on. Thanks.

Elizabeth Oakes, National Wedding Examiner, Examiner.com

Added by Elizabeth Oakes on September 27, 2009 at 6:26pm — No Comments

Why Everyone Hates Wedding Rehearsals

(....mostly because there's no cake, in my opinion.)

Why Everyone Hates Wedding Rehearsals

Elizabeth Oakes, National Wedding Examiner, Examiner.com

Added by Elizabeth Oakes on September 20, 2009 at 8:38pm — 1 Comment

The PayPal Wedding Invitation and The Problem Of Money Vs. Tact

Is making your guests pay for your wedding just practical, or a violation of the purpose of a wedding? And what if you put up ad banners all over your wedding venue, is that bad too?

The PayPal Wedding Invitation and The Problem Of Money Vs. Tact

(By the way, this space is not available.) :) Enjoy!

Added by Elizabeth Oakes on September 13, 2009 at 7:53pm — No Comments

Video: "My Waffle-y Wedded Wife"

New WeddingExaminer post:

Man states wife is waffle-like during wedding vows. She laughs. And laughs. And laughs.....

Video: "My Waffle-y Wedded Wife"


Enjoy! Elizabeth Oakes, National Wedding Examiner, Examiner.Com

Added by Elizabeth Oakes on September 4, 2009 at 7:56pm — No Comments

The Spice Is Right: Scented and Savory Autumn Wedding Ideas

Fall's almost upon us! Here's my latest Examiner post on how to make your fall wedding a feast for the senses:

The Spice Is Right: Scented and Savory Autumn Wedding Ideas

Enjoy!
Elizabeth Oakes, National Wedding Examiner, Examiner.Com

Added by Elizabeth Oakes on August 31, 2009 at 8:10pm — No Comments

Fun DIY Wedding Stuff: Photo Booth and More!

My latest Examiner article:

Do-It Yourself Photo Booths, T-Shirt Wedding Dresses, and Colorful Cake!

Enjoy (and send cake)! Elizabeth Oakes, National Wedding Examiner, Examiner.Com

Added by Elizabeth Oakes on August 27, 2009 at 12:43pm — No Comments

Do I Invite My Officiant To The Wedding Reception?

Changing times require a new look at old etiquette protocols:

Do I Invite My Officiant To The Wedding Reception?

Enjoy!

Added by Elizabeth Oakes on August 23, 2009 at 11:31am — No Comments

Examiner.Com: Wedding DJ Beat Up By Bedouins

That's what you get for playing Pet Shop Boys:

Wedding DJ Beat Up By Bedouins


Makes you glad you live in the USA, huh?

Elizabeth Oakes, National Wedding Examiner, Examiner.com

Added by Elizabeth Oakes on August 17, 2009 at 7:34pm — 3 Comments

Wedding Websites, Stealth Marketing, and What Couples Need To Know

Getting mysterious marketing emails after visiting a wedding website? Not hearing back from vendors you contacted via an online listing? Here's why:

Wedding Websites, Stealth Marketing, and What Couples Need To Know

Enjoy!

Added by Elizabeth Oakes on August 13, 2009 at 2:06pm — No Comments

The 411 on Proxy Marriage

Yes, you can get married without being there--sometimes:

The 411 on Proxy Marriage

Hope you find it helpful!

Added by Elizabeth Oakes on August 9, 2009 at 6:49pm — No Comments

Wedding Music, Morality, and Food for Thought

Richard Wagner's PR peeps are going to call me out on this one!

Wedding Music, Morality, and Food for Thought

Take the poll, and enjoy!

Added by Elizabeth Oakes on August 3, 2009 at 8:11pm — No Comments

Light-Up Wedding Dresses and More!

Some fun ways to lighten up at your wedding:

Light-Up Wedding Dresses and More!


(warning: article is punny.) Enjoy!

Added by Elizabeth Oakes on July 29, 2009 at 1:01pm — No Comments

How Do I Choose My Wedding Vows?

My new Examiner article on the basics of wedding vows:

Weddings 101: How to Choose Wedding Vows

Drop me a line if you have questions or feedback, and enjoy!

Added by Elizabeth Oakes on July 23, 2009 at 9:10pm — No Comments

Getting Married 101: Where Do I Start?

My latest for the Examiner "Info 101" project:
Getting Married 101--Where Do I Start?
Pass it along if you get asked that question, and hope it helps!

Added by Elizabeth Oakes on July 21, 2009 at 8:31pm — No Comments

Before the Wedding, Prepare Your Heart

My latest Examiner article about the ultimate bridal beauty tip (and it won't cost a dime): Before The Wedding, Prepare Your Heart
Enjoy!

Added by Elizabeth Oakes on July 14, 2009 at 2:41pm — No Comments

Inside The Mind of "The Bridezilla"--Part Two

Here's the second half of my article on Bridezillas--advice to help you identify and deal with different types of Bridezillas, necessary information for any bridal professional (or bridal party/family member!)

Inside The Mind of "The Bridezilla"--Part Two


Enjoy, and thanks for reading!

Added by Elizabeth Oakes on July 3, 2009 at 3:30pm — No Comments

Inside the Mind of "The Bridezilla" (Part One)

Is she possessed by demons, or just frustrated? Funny how it can be hard to tell a stressed-out bride from a real, dyed-in-the-scales Bridezilla: http://tinyurl.com/m5ygzg

Enjoy!

Added by Elizabeth Oakes on July 1, 2009 at 11:23am — No Comments

How To Spend Millions On Your Wedding!

If you're tired of all the press about saving money on your wedding, here's an article you'll find refreshing: a selection of history's most expensive weddings ever, and helpful tips to help you spend like a billionaire too!

How To Spend Millions On Your Wedding (or, The Priciest Rite!)


Enjoy!

Added by Elizabeth Oakes on June 25, 2009 at 8:24pm — No Comments

An iPod Wedding: Should I or Shouldn't I? (part two)

The rest of my thoughts on ceremony and reception sound, and the pros and cons of iPods, laptops, DJs, and bagpipers: http://tinyurl.com/nf25jq

Enjoy!

Added by Elizabeth Oakes on June 19, 2009 at 10:34pm — No Comments

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