Planning That Special Day

By René Bédard

Every engaged couple dreams of a perfect wedding day. This book is a guide to help couples make those wedding preparations. Some suggestions might not apply to unique situations or to the type of day some couples have planned, but they might help. According to the author, although the suggestions to be discussed will cover more than a one-year period, a wedding can be planned in less time with hard work and some luck. Throughout this guide, readers will be given a wide range of ideas and suggestions. Suggested time frames will be given, which should facilitate planning and probably avoid mistakes. These plans start from the moment couples decide to get married to the final steps after the big day is over.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Xlibris US
• Release date: Oct 16, 2010
• ISBN: 9781453588338

René Bédard

Rene Bedard has been in the high tech industry for over 20 years. His organization and planning skills have helped his employers and friends save money on several events and projects. His methodical approach avoids last minute decisions and surprises. His philosophy of documenting everything and delegating tasks make following up easy and simple. Instead of constantly referring to his notes on planning a wedding, he decided to formalize them in a document. After several friends informed him that they would have paid for the information provided, he decided to publicize it in a book and help others plan their wedding day.

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Copyright © 2010 by René Bédard.

Library of Congress Control Number:  2010914564

ISBN: Hardcover    978-1-4535-8832-1

ISBN: Softcover      978-1-4535-8831-4

ISBN: Ebook           978-1-4535-8833-8

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Contents

INTRODUCTION

ENGAGEMENT

PREPARATIONS

BUDGET

Initial Steps

PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

IMAGINE

THE BRIDE

WEDDING PARTY

OTHERS

DECORATING

THE FORMAL INVITATION PACKAGE

WEDDING EXTRAS

THE INVITATION

ATTENDANCE

SECONDARY GUESTS

MASTER OF CEREMONY

THE MEAL

THE NIGHT BEFORE

THE REHEARSAL

DRAWS AND TRADITIONS

THE LATE LUNCH

HONEYMOON

THE DAY AFTER

CONCLUSION

INTRODUCTION

Making sure nothing is forgotten or goes wrong for the wedding day you have been dreaming of, or wanting, is probably the most frightening. Every couple wants their wedding day to be remembered as being one of the best weddings ever attended! Careful planning is the key to achieving that goal.

To begin with, what is the meaning of a wedding? Regardless of your religion, a wedding is a couple’s celebration of love for one another. It is a commitment made by the couple. This basic idea should not be forgotten during the planning stage. Keep in mind that anybody can have a party, and this is not just a party.

This book is a guide to help you make those wedding preparations. It is a helping hand along the way. Some suggestions might not apply to your situation or to the type of day you have planned, but they might help. Although the suggestions to be discussed will cover more than a one-year period, a wedding can be planned in less time with hard work and some luck!

Throughout this guide, you will be given a wide range of ideas and suggestions. Suggested time frames will be given, which should facilitate planning and probably avoid mistakes. These plans start from the moment you decide to get married to the final steps after the big day is over. You will also find some lists included for your convenience. These charts were included to help make things clearer and easier for you and also to give you a reference point.

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ENGAGEMENT

Congratulations and best wishes