When you envision your honeymoon, you might think of a beautiful beach, a perfect sunset – with just the two of you being alone, no interruptions. Unfortunately, many of the popular honeymoon destinations don’t allow for this sort of intimacy because there are so many other couples looking to do the same thing. Big resort chains and popularity can make for a less than quiet honeymoon, but there is an alternative. Island honeymoons can be a perfect way to spend time together without having to worry about being interrupted or feeling like you are one of the herd.

One of the best areas in the world to find an island where you can be alone is the South Pacific. There are plenty of islands that cater to newlyweds, but do so on a much more personal basis. Privacy is the key to your honeymoon and nearly all of these honeymoon options cater to just that subject. You will not find yourself sharing walls with others or sitting on a deck with a couple hundred other…well, couples.

One such resort is the Yasawa Island Resort in Fiji. This resort, whose name Yasawa means “heaven” in Fijian, is a perfect place for your secluded honeymoon. There are 11 white sand beaches on the island of Yasawa and the resort only has 16 luxury bures (beach bungalows) on the property. That is practically one bungalow per beach! The Lomalagi Bure was specially designed for honeymooners with plenty of privacy, a secluded outdoor eating area and beach at your door front. You can enjoy such activities as scuba diving and other water sports, as well as having relaxing massages, all while not being afraid of running into crowds. Food here is typical Fiji – with many different light dishes and seafood being the typical dinner menu.

Another of the world’s greatest island honeymoon spots is Guana Island in the Caribbean. Part of the British Virgin Islands, this small island contains accommodations for just 36 guests and has seven different beaches. If you really want seclusion, however, this island can be just what you′re looking for because you can rent the entire island. Rates are steep, starting at $16,500 per day for the entire island, but it is surely one honeymoon you will never forget. For mere mortals, Guana Island still offers seclusion at a much lower price because of the small number of guests allowed at one time. Couples stay in their own private cottages. Accommodations include three meals a day, as well as massages and other amenities.

Island honeymoons are perfect for the couple who has a bit more money to spend and really wants to be alone. If you really want alone time and are willing to pay extra for it, spending time in one of these exotic island resorts can be just the honeymoon you are looking for.

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Finding interesting people to go out with can be a problem at any age, but if you are a senior, where can you go and what can you do to meet someone? Never let your age keep you from having a social life if you want one. There are plenty of people to meet who want to meet you. Here are some dating strategies for seniors that will get you started:

*Friends and Family

One of the best ways to meet people is through friends and family. It is through networking that you get invited to weddings, graduations, reunions, parties, funerals, celebrations, anniversaries, religious holidays, work-related events, and other gatherings. Don’t be afraid to let people know that you would enjoy meeting someone.

*Beliefs, Interests, and Hobbies

Attending your place of worship or volunteering for your favorite political candidate puts you in the arena of your strongly held values. People you meet in these places will hold many of the same convictions that you do. And what are your interests? Do you like to garden? Visit the home show or flower show in your area. Do you like to volunteer at the literacy center? Look for other interested people who do the same. Do you play tennis, swim, golf, or play bridge? You will find many like-minded people enjoying these same pursuits who may also be single and senior. What are your interests and hobbies? Look for clubs and groups that represent your interests. Follow that lead and it will take you to some new friends.

*The Internet

Having a computer is one of the most important connecting tools you will ever own. You can meet many, many other seniors who would like to chat, email, and meet you for a date. If you do not have a computer, you can use one at your senior center or at the public library. You can also find a used one reasonably priced in your local newspaper. If you need help learning how to use a computer, take classes for free at your local high school, college, religious group, senior center, or at your YMCA. Get a high school student, neighbor, friend or relative to take the time to show you how to use it. Ask around. Help is out there. Seniors can easily become isolated…especially if you are suffering any ailments. But the computer can keep you in touch with others. And it can keep you dating.

If you are a dating senior, you will find many people who are interested in meeting you. All you have to do is reach out and try. Don’t give up.

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Here are some tips to help you get going:

– Figure out the details ahead of time.

Making some decisions as to the theme and color scheme of the album will save you time and money.

First, you’ll need to decide whether this album will cover your entire wedding celebration - from engagement through honeymoon - or will you focus on just the wedding day itself? If you decide on the latter, you might want to choose a 6Ҷ or 8Ҹ album project for the bridal shower, bachelorette party, honeymoon, etc.

Next, you’ll want to choose a color scheme. The most popular choice is to work with your wedding colors. Consider setting off these wedding colors (or other colors you choose) by pairing them with a classic black or white cardstock background. I love the look of black-on-white in wedding albums. I also love mulberry flowers, ribbons, vellum and fabric. Deep reds and pinks accents are gorgeous, too, for simple embellishments.

Remember that elegance and simplicity tend to go hand in hand. The wedding scrapbooks that stand the test of time are timeless and classic.

You’ll also want to look at some simple wedding scrapbook layout samples or sketches of completed albums so you can see what kind of supplies you’ll need. At the very least, you’ll want to know how many pages the finished album will be before you go to the scrapbook store. The more detailed your plan, the less money you’re likely to spend.

– Go through your photos and memorabilia

For me, scrapbooking is about telling the stories of our lives, so I love to work with the photographs that really tell a story. You’ll want to choose only the best and most interesting photographs for your wedding scrapbook album. (The posed portrait-type photos can be framed and sent to family members.) Store the remainder of the photos in a companion photo album. Remember, simple is elegant.
It’s also a good idea to work with duplicates of your priceless wedding photos. You may find that you want to work with these photos again in the future, and you’re certain to feel more of a creative license if you know that the originals and intact and safe.

Memorabilia. I tend to go easy on memorabilia…maybe keeping the majority of it in a memento box along with my companion photo album and scrapbook, because I don’t like to detract from the story of the album.

Memorabilia you might want to include (either directly on the page or in a special pocket):

- Wedding and shower invitations

- Fabric from your dress or bridesmaid dress

- Receipts

- Honeymoon plane tickets

- Place cards

- Bridal registry

- Shower gift lists

- Napkins

Make a simple checklist of the kinds of things you’d like to include, but trust your inner artist to take the reins and let the story unfold.

– Don′t forget the journaling

The most powerful journaling comes not from the 5 w’s (who, what, where, when, and why) - but from the 5 senses. Specific details are more memorable and intriguing than generalities and the best way to vividly remember your wedding day is to focus on each of your senses. What do you remember seeing, hearing, thinking, feeling, tasting? How did you feel as you were standing at the altar? How did your wedding cake taste? What was the weather like? What stands out as the visual symbol of your day?

Ask the wedding party to contribute their thoughts via journaling, too. Ask for specific memories…”the most memorable part of my day was…” Coach guests and members of your bridal party to use their five senses, too.

Another trick that creates more powerful journaling is to start with a blank page and write “I remember″ at the top. Now, simply reflect on the day of your wedding and let your hand move across the page. If you get stuck, write “I remember″ again and keep writing. Your goal is simply to keep the pen moving across the page, without crossing anything out or stopping to think too much. Aim to complete two to three pages, and you′ll be amazed by the flood of memories this technique release - even if your wedding wasn’t in the recent past. These methods can create very emotion-filled journaling, so consider keeping private journaling tucked away in journaling pockets.

– Assembling the Scrapbook

Start the album with a dedication page. Tell why you created the album and a few details on why your wedding was such an important day in your life.
It’s a good idea, in wedding scrapbooks particularly, to avoid overly trendy design techniques. I’ve talked to more than one scrapbooker who now regrets cutting her priceless wedding photos into silhouettes or cutesy shapes. A wedding scrapbook is timeless, so - again - simple is most likely better. A simple design also tends to better draw attention to the photos and journaling - your personal love story.

Your wedding scrapbook will be one of the most albums in your home. Enjoy the process of creating it!

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One of the most romantic ways to propose to a woman is doing the classical fancy restaurant routine. All you do is you take her out one night to a fancy restaurant and when she asks why, tell her you have big news and that you want to celebrate. She would most likely think that you are getting a promotion at work or something, so she’ll get dolled up and arrive. Then, when it comes time for dessert, you land on bended knee and ask for her hand in marriage. That’s beautiful, huh?

Another one of the romantic ways to propose is to do it during something that you two do together. For example, if you both are basketball fans take her out to a game and have the arena staff flash the words “Will you marry me?” on the big screen. Right as she is reading it, you pull that box out of your pocket and nudge her elbow a little. She turns around to see a diamond ring and her face on the big screen.

If money is tight and you can’t afford those things, try to do something that you are good at for her. If you are a baker, bake a cake with the big question on it. If you are a mechanic, act like something is wrong with her car. While you are looking under the hood, you suddenly pop out and say “This is what was causing all that noise” and then show her an engagement ring. Good as gold.

As you can see there are many romantic ways to propose to the woman of your dreams. It doesn’t eve matter if you have a ring or not yet. Just asking is worth the thought. Remember that proposing is the easy part. Wait until she starts bogging you down with details on your wedding.

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1. You have a great time together… SOBER.

Sure, plenty of couples initially meet up at the bar or the club, but if three months later you’re on the love seat and still the beer is flowing, chances are he’s not the one for you. One of the biggest signs that you’re compatible with someone is if you like them just as much in the sober light of day as you do when you’re three sheets to the wind. Imagine, settling down and actually giving up the night life… now there’s something to shoot for!

2. You’re sexually attracted, but not TOO much.

If it’s been three months and you still can’t imagine doing anything else with your partner other than the horizontal mambo, something is definitely not right. A healthy relationship is a good balance of friendship, sexual attraction, mental affinity and emotional compatibility. “Passion marriages” might mean the most explosive sex of your life, but they also mean explosive arguments, and believe it or not, years of intense fighting and makeup sex is not nearly as fun as it sounds.

3. You laugh together… a lot!

Laughter is indeed the best medicine… especially in relationships! If you and your sweetie share the same sense of humor and can belly-laugh it up for hours, that’s a pretty encouraging sign. A year or so from now, when things aren’t as rosy as they were when love was new, it’ll be great to just shrug off the absurdity of life and have yourself some knee-slapping good times.

4. You′re alike… yet also different.

It’s common for people to be attracted to those who think, act, speak, emote and generally behave just like them. But image being with someone who was JUST LIKE YOU ALL THE TIME? That’s what I call Double Trouble, or too much of a good thing. Suppose you′re highly emotional and so is your partner… who’s the voice of reason in this relationship? Nobody! Having a couple of similar traits mixed in with some differences makes for the strongest and most balanced pairing.

5. You’d feel totally comfortable bringing them home to your family.

If you feel confident that your main squeeze would get along with, be respectful of, and even enjoy spending time with your family, then start writing out that wedding list… it doesn′t get much better than that. There is no nicer feeling than being totally at ease the first time you bring your special guy or girl home to meet the folks. Not to mention, hearing Mom and Dad saying great things about the guy or girl who means the world to you.

Does this sound like you and your honey bunny? I have news for you. You’re in LOVE. Congratulations!

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No more attraction the relationship really is overShe wants something more and this is her best move to get itThe first type of breakup there really isn′t anything a man can do to get her back.

When a woman decides she doesn’t like you it is game over.

The second type of breakup gives a man several different options to choose from to get her back, yet only one can ensure that if you do get back together the relationship will be better than it was before.

Your best option is going to be to simply move on with your life and act s if she isn’t going to be a part of it anymore.

When a woman breaks up with you because she wants something more, what she really is saying is;

You have had control of the relationship for long enough, now it is my turn.

However, when you act as if you are moving on with your life, you are telling her;

I will always have control and you can come back knowing exactly where you stand in this relationship, if I want you now!

Of course, some women will not come back because they want control of the relationship.

Trust me, those types of women end up to be nothing more than a burden to men who allow them to take control.

The good news is, women who do come back actually will find you more attractive than before and you can reap the benefits of that attraction for many years to come if you choose.

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The Invitation is the first taste your guests will get of the type of wedding to expect. Formal weddings will have the formal invitation and a more laid back wedding will have an informal invitation to reflect the setting and mood of the day. When ordering the stationary you should keep in mind how many invitations you need, order half of the number of guests with an extra 10-15 to provide for the single guests and any mistakes you make and maybe a few extra envelopes just incase. It is more costly to reorder another batch rather then order an extra 10 or so, remember the minister and the wedding party receives an invitation also.

Order all of your wedding stationary together, decide if you are going to order your placement cards and thank you cards also, this will probably get you a discount and it will save on the proofing. If you have any special features on the Invitations such as shells, feathers or ribbon buy it and do it yourself ask your family or friends to help, this could save you a couple of hundred dollars on labor. Keep in mind that using different color print can cost extra contrasting colors can look good but bump up the price, you can achieve the same effect by using different shades of color of the card its being printed on, maybe a gold print on a pale gold or yellow card can be just as stunning or take a few lessons in calligraphy and hand write the invitations adding a special touch.

The Facts about Flowers

Flowers that are in season cost less than flowers that are not, Orchids cost more than roses these are general facts, but did you know that flowers cost 20 – 30% more around the holidays including Mothers day, Valentines day, Easter and Christmas keep this in mind when considering a holiday wedding date.

Also low centerpieces cost less than high centerpieces so consider using a mixture of both, make sure to add luscious foliage to the center pieces this has a stunning effect and will cut the cost of extra flowers. Take advantage of the candles and other accessories offered by the reception venue, as it is a lot cheaper than hiring candles and extras from an outside company.

Do not over do it on flowers for the church. The church is usually presented beautifully enough on its own and you will be there for less than an hour so spend your money on the reception area and center pieces, as guests will be there for up to 5 hours.

Make your own table overlays instead of renting them. Ask a sewing relative to help. You can create some beautiful effects using organza or silk.
The bridesmaid bouquets can consists of several large blooms that are in season such as peonies in spring and hydrangeas in summer and add some pretty foliage, this will cut the cost of lots of expensive flowers.

This is okay for the bridesmaids but do not skimp on the bridal bouquet, this bouquet will be captured in all the wedding photos so each time the bride glances at that framed photo of her special day she should see the flowers she always wanted in her hands.

Merry Music

This will be a reflection of your own personal choice the cost will involve the number of musicians and the number of playing hours. Obviously a 12-person band will cost more than a stringed quartet. Once you decide on the type of music you want you need to decide how long you require the musicians there is usually a minimum number of hours they will play so decide if you wand to use them for the hour long ceremony and the pre reception cocktails as well. The number of musicians you require also bump up the price so make sure you only have what you need, sometimes musicians in the band can play an instrument also and if the reception area is small or if the acoustics are good you can cut down on some of the musicians in the band, this will lower the cost.

Consider using a DJ instead this would cost about $500 - $600 compared to the band which could set you back between $1000 and $1500 depending on the amount of musicians and how long they will be playing. Don’t be afraid to shop around you can find a cheaper band in your local collage costing half the price of the pro band, be sure to hear them play first, maybe go and see them playing a gig and if you like them why not hire them.

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There are many competent photographers, most will be able to record the day’s events successfully and produce a reasonably professional looking album. However, modern brides are now demanding so much more than just a series of posed formal portraits. Today’s approach is more relaxed, leading to more natural spontaneous pictures: ones that capture all the emotion and tell the complete story of the day.

Almost all leading professionals will only shoot with digital equipment. This enables the photographer(s) to use just the one camera and concentrate solely on the day’s events. Today’s contemporary approach means nothing can be forgotten, the wedding dress, shoes, table details - all these need to be recorded as they are intimate elements which are unique to just your day. Everything is taken in colour with images also being available in black & white as required. Many photographers will also offer sepia toning, bi-colour and other digital effects to further personalise your finished album.

Photographers will normally offer several types of packages to suit your requirements. These consist of a fixed amount of hour’s coverage, usually starting at home with the brides preparations and continue through to the wedding breakfast. Coverage can then be extended to include speeches, the first dance and all the evenings celebrations.

Engagement shoots are becoming more popular as couples look for more relaxed informal portraits. These are usually arranged about a year before the wedding and can take place at the actual venue or any romantic location more personable to the bride and groom. Ask your photographer if he’s willing to include this as part of your package and perhaps have the pictures incorporated into the wedding album. Another increasing trend is to have all the images put onto a DVD-Rom so you and your guests can view slideshows on TV and even print off their own pictures. You would need to obtain full copyright permission, especially for the full resolution files. Alternatively have a web gallery so that friends and family living abroad can view and purchase online.

Just as equipment technology advances, presentation has also evolved. Now albums are designed around pictures, enabling individual one-off bespoke masterpieces to be created. Particularly in-vogue currently are digital magazine style albums where multiple images are used and printed as a single page. As these are becoming increasingly popular prices will drop and they are no longer just the sole domain of the high-end customer. The best albums come from Italy and New Zealand, ask your photographer if he has client status with one of these companies.

Remember that your photographer will be with you throughout probably the most important day of your life. It is therefore important that you develop a special relationship which will be key to producing natural, relaxed pictures on the day.
If you approach a large studio, rather than an individual professional, ask to speak to the actual photographer who will be covering your wedding and see examples of his work, including a complete recent wedding.

About a month before your wedding you should again meet with your photographer and go through all the details and timings of the day. It is vitally important at this stage they know the exact style and coverage you require.

David Blackshaw is a leading professional wedding photographer based in Essex, UK. His relaxed contemporary style is much sought after by today’s modern brides. Visit davidblackshaw.com davidblackshaw.com to view his portfolio and find out more about the various wedding photography packages available.

A. Your husband is obviously taking advantage because you are unhappy about your situation but appear mainly to be blaming him, while you reinforce his actions by allowing him to get away with his behaviour. Naturally, you will find someone else attractive in this instance because you are not getting much at home. But you need to sort home first before another relationship.

If you want change, you have to change YOURSELF first. You will not get change in your husband any other way. So, start off by telling him calmly that you have ended up doing everything and you need some help if you are to continue bringing in the money. Then you make a schedule of everything you both do, and clearly mark out what he has to do each week, if he wishes to stay at home. Tell him that the marriage is in danger if he does not play his part. Then put it on a trial for a couple of weeks, no more. When he completes his schedule, praise him for everything he does because it sounds as though he is not getting much affirmation just now with you being resentful of his behaviour. There is nothing for him to feel proud of and staying in bed is his way of shutting out your success and controlling the situation.

If nothing happens from his side, you then have to do something drastic to show him you are serious, otherwise you will simply end up getting more of the same forever and ever. After all, who wouldn′t please himself if he had someone to not only look after him through working, but come home and look after him there as well? I’m afraid you have to stop blaming him and give him some ultimatums instead. Blaming might make you feel temporarily better, but it resolves nothing at all except to make you out to be the bad guy, the opposite of what you really want.

I think your husband has problems of low self-belief an self-esteem and so takes the easy way out by letting you get on with it. But you should not have put up with this behaviour beyond the first 3 months otherwise, it simply continues as he thinks you’ll always accept it so as not to upset it. Time for a change, Carla. It’s not easy to break a marriage but any man worth his salt would see that his value to his family lies in at least contributing. You really don’t have a husband if he contributes nothing. You might as well be living on your own.

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1. The couple is of different faiths and wants to combine several religious traditions, or it is not possible for the wedding to take place in either faith.

2. The couple is spiritual but not overtly religious and does not want a traditionally religious ceremony.

3. The couple wants a secular ceremony, but wishes for more than a cut-and-dried pronouncement before a civil officiant.

4. The couple wants to celebrate their unique personalities, lifestyle, outlook, etc. with a ceremony that is written especially for them.

5. The couple wants to include children, not only in the wedding party, but as an integral part of the wedding.

It is possible to have a wedding ceremony that meets all of these needs. Certified Celebrants, who are trained in ritual and ceremony construction, can create a unique, personalized, deeply meaningful ceremony and perform it at the location chosen by the couple.

Certified Celebrants are trained by the Celebrant USA Foundation in Montclair, NJ. They receive a seven-month course in the foundations of ritual and ceremony, interviewing, and writing. Celebrants create questionnaires to learn as much about the couple as possible, and will write and revise as many times as necessary to achieve a final result that the couple is happy with.

Celebrants do not discriminate against couples of any religious faith or sexual orientation. They perform wedding ceremonies, commitment ceremonies, funerals, pet memorials, adoptions, mother blessings, and any ceremony for any milestone event.

Celebrant wedding ceremonies have added value, since the Celebrant also attends the rehearsal, and coordinates the ceremony script with other professionals such as the wedding planner and musicians. The Celebrant also provides a keepsake-quality copy of the wedding ceremony script. Celebrants are legally qualified to perform marriage ceremonies, usually through ordination as interfaith ministers, and will sign the marriage license and submit the necessary paperwork.

For those who dream of having a unique, deeply meaningful, personalized wedding ceremony, a Celebrant wedding can make their dreams come true.

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