What is the purpose of a wedding?

purpose of marriage

Social media churns out juicy wedding controversies on a weekly basis. This blog ran across two recent stories that point to larger question than just wedding etiquette questions. The question is: what is the purpose of a wedding? Is it an excuse to have a party? No. Is it an excuse to raise money for…

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Embarrassing wedding guest etiquette blunders

wedding guest etiquette blunders

Most people have enough common sense not to pull the shenanigans I’m about to reveal. However, one person reading this (okay, maybe two) need to have their eyes opened to some real embarrassing wedding guest etiquette blunders that can irritate, incense, and even infuriate your wedding hosts. RSVP! Embarrassing wedding guest etiquette blunders begin with…

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Thank-you note etiquette

thank-you note etiquette

Thank-you note etiquette never changes, even with our culture’s growing menu of communication options. In other words, you should send your thank-you notes on personal stationary or nice thank-you cards. Emails, Facebook messaging, texting, and phone calls don’t cut it.  Each note should be personal.  Fill-in the blank notes are worse than sending no note…

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