Christine McGrath

Why my husband and I didn’t exchange gifts on our wedding day
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Why my husband and I didn’t exchange gifts on our wedding day

Other ways to celebrate each other without breaking the bank. Bridesmaids gifts? Check. Groomsmen gifts? Check. Parents gifts? Check. My soon-to-be husband’s gift? Nope. Whether you have help paying for your wedding or you’re paying for it yourself, there’s no doubt when it comes time to buy gifts for others, you’re probably tapped out. So, […]

“It Breaks My Heart.” Wedding Warehouse to Close
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“It Breaks My Heart.” Wedding Warehouse to Close

The wedding industry took a hit with COVID-19, including this well known wedding boutique shop. As COVID-19 put lives on hold in 2020, it struck the wedding industry especially hard. From venues and vendors, to the boutique shop in Bohemia that many brides have come to rely on. Wedding Warehouse  will be closing at the […]

Honeymoon destinations that won’t break the bank
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Honeymoon destinations that won’t break the bank

Yes, it’s possible to go on a romantic getaway without going broke! You’re so wrapped in wedding planning, budgeting for your wedding and everything else related to your wedding that when it comes to planning your honeymoon, you may be at a loss. Perhaps you’ve had to pay for your own wedding, or maybe you […]

Wedding DIY While Stuck at Home During Coronavirus Pandemic
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Wedding DIY While Stuck at Home During Coronavirus Pandemic

Make the best use of your time – while still planning your wedding. Whether you’ve had to postpone your wedding due to this coronavirus pandemic, or your wedding is months or even a year or two away – with the mandate to stay home, now is a great time to channel your inner Martha Stewart […]

4 Venues Offering Takeout During Coronavirus Pandemic
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4 Venues Offering Takeout During Coronavirus Pandemic

Support these businesses while getting a chance to sample the food. These are weird, upsetting, stressful and trying times. And we’re living in a time where we have to social distance or just stay home. Everything is on hold – including weddings. While you take this time to process this and change your plans, remember […]

How Covid-19 Affected My Wedding
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How Covid-19 Affected My Wedding

Brides of Long Island share their stories After the glow of engagement fades, most brides begin to plan. They plan the trials and tours and dress fittings. The tastings and guest lists. And importantly, the contingency plans: How to move the outdoor ceremony inside if it rains. Where to take pictures if the permits can’t […]

7 Movies on Netflix to Stay Positive During Coronavirus
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7 Movies on Netflix to Stay Positive During Coronavirus

These films will take your mind off COVID-19 putting life on hold. Life is on hold right now. Which means, as devastating as it is, your wedding and your wedding planning are on hold right now, all due to coronavirus. But there is plenty for you to do while at home, practicing your social distancing, […]

How my wedding changed my life
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How my wedding changed my life

Other things change besides your name. Wedding planning is an emotional roller coaster for many. Others may feel cool as a cucumber, loving every minute of it. But once the wedding is over – it can leave you with a mix of emotions. Besides the obvious change after your wedding (that ring on your finger […]

4 ways to lessen tension between divorced parents
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4 ways to lessen tension between divorced parents

Yes, it’s possible to get along for one day! It’s no easy task trying to please everyone and make sure your big day is one that you’ve always dreamed of. And if you throw in you or your future husband’s divorced parents, it could be very stressful. There are endless scenarios and situations involving divorced […]

Not having a bridal party? 7 reasons why that’s awesome!
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Not having a bridal party? 7 reasons why that’s awesome!

Can’t choose between your BFF or your cousin? You don’t have to! How did he propose? Did you pick a date yet? Have you started looking at venues? Will you have a summer or fall wedding? You’ve been engaged for a hot minute – and these are just a few of the questions that come […]