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There are a gazillion things to do and think about as you plan your wedding. You want the perfect wedding, the day you've always dreamed about. But let's be realistic here. You can plan everything right down to the smallest detail, but chances are that not everything is going to go as you planned. Inevitably something will go wrong. If you accept this possibility as you plan your wedding this will help to reduce the amount of stress you experience.

Try to remember that if something doesn't go exactly according to your wedding plans that it's not the end of the world. It will probably be something that you, your groom, friends and family members will laugh about for years to come. If you get it on tape you might even send it to America's Funniest Videos and win $10,000. There is always a bright side to most everything if you will just look for it. It is the bridezillas who fail to look for that silver lining in every cloud and make themselves and everyone around them miserable.

I saw a report on a national morning show recently about women who became very depressed after their wedding and honeymoon were over. After months of dreaming, anticipation, planning and shopping, the perfect wedding, came and went and there was a big let down. Realize that it's not the perfect wedding that is the most important thing, but the marriage relationship that you begin with the man you love.

Another matter for you to consider is how your family is dealing with your impending marriage and all the wedding planning. You won't realize until you are a little older how quickly time goes by. To your mom and dad it was only yesterday that you were their little girl. Although I'm sure they are very happy and excited for you as you begin a new phase in your life, they also can't help but feel a little sad. Of course, it you have been out on your own for a few years they have probably become accustomed to you being all grown up. Anyway, I say all that to say this, remember to be considerate of their feelings as you plan your wedding.

In this age of me, me, me, you might be shocked to learn that this day is not just about you. Include your family in helping you prepare, if they express an interest. You might just ask them if they would like to help you plan your wedding. Your mom will probably be thrilled! If she has a talent for flower selection and arranging, you might ask her to deal with the florist. Perhaps your dad could arrange hotel accommodations for any out of town guests. If you have brothers or sisters that are capable of helping out, by all means let them. If you have aunts that you are close to and can trust with a particular job, then ask them to help. Make it a family affair. You can never have too much help. The more help you have the less chance of you becoming bridezilla.

DO NOT PROCRASTINATE! Begin planning your wedding early, have your checklist of things to do and check them off as they are done, try not to micromanage everything and enjoy planning your wedding. So, to avoid being a bridezilla follow the above advice and try not to have any major last minute things that you have to do the week of your wedding. The less stressed and the more relaxed you are the more your wedding will seem perfect and the more you will enjoy your special day.





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Sheilah is a wedding planner/decorator and webmaster. Please visit us for more helpful information and advice on wedding planning including proper wedding attire at The Wedding Supply Store


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Wedding Insurance is something that many couples overlook when planning a wedding because they don't believe they will need it. After all, there is nothing romantic or exciting about wedding insurance and what could possibly go wrong. If you were to ask couples who had their weddings and receptions planned in New Orleans before Hurricane Katrina hit, what advice do you think they would give you. Now a hurricane is an extreme weather condition, but wedding insurance provides coverage for just such a weather event. Wedding insurance, however, will not cover a postponement of your wedding due to a rainy day.

Once you've selected your vendors and submitted your deposits, you have made a serious investment. Wedding insurance protects your investment throughout the planning process, and the event itself. Consider these events that are covered in your wedding insurance policy.

*the caterer or your reception venue
closes down
*your wedding photographs are damaged
or lost
*a family or wedding party member is
injured,becomes ill or dies
*lost or stolen wedding rings*
*your wedding attire (if your dress is
damaged or fails to arrive)

Sorry kids, you're out of luck if either of you gets cold feet. Wedding insurance does not cover a last minute change of mind.

Just like any other type of insurance, wedding insurance is offered in a number of different policies. When compared to the cost of the event itself, wedding insurance is relatively inexpensive and is as important to your special day as your bridal gown, wedding cake and flowers. Whether you are having a destination wedding or a large wedding in your home town, wedding insurance is a good idea and a small price to pay for peace of mind.

*Financial adviser, Suze Orman has this advice regarding insuring your rings:
“Your smartest move is to insure the ring through a floater/rider to your existing homeowner's or renter's insurance policy. Don't assume that your policy's existing jewelry coverage is good enough. Typically this covers you only if the ring is stolen. By adding coverage through a floater/rider, you will be covered for all risks. If you lose the ring or it's lost in a fire, flood, or other calamity, your policy will kick in. You'll even be covered if the stone falls out and is lost.”













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Sheilah is a wedding planner/decorator and creator of the online wedding supply store, http://www.allthatsclassy.com
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