This is part 3 of an eight part series - Reflections for a Bride The showers are over and your special day is almost here. You are excited about how the wedding plans are all coming together, and that you are able to check things off on your ‘To Do’ list. Everyone around you is full of anticipation for that moment when they see you walking...

You can feel the electricity in the air; you get to go wedding dress shopping! You have dreams of walking down the aisle and looking like the bride that you have always imagined. Then, suddenly a thought runs through you mind, "does your dream dress match today's fashions?" Do not fear! One of the biggest fashion trends is to select a style that...

Wondering what to wear to that upcoming wedding or special occasion this year? This season’s color palette ranges from shades of pink to soft celery greens, from vibrant dark purples and deep navies, to cool lavenders and refreshing light blues. And there’s always room for summer white, mellow yellows and classy gold. So have fun choosing a gorgeous...

The difference between a good picture and a great one isn't a perfect face or body – it's knowing how to work the camera. Get the heads-up on secrets only the professionals know, just in time for the holiday season! Whether you’re posing for a company portrait or just mugging for the family, here are tips the professionals use to make every...

I have recently become engaged – he was my childhood sweetheart and just came back into my life. He recently had to confide in me that, due to an accident, he was rendered impotent several years ago. He has informed me that he will not marry me if he cannot remedy the situation. Please guide us. Advice: Congratulations on your engagement! It's...

It was a lazy Sunday afternoon. The sun was bright and the sky was clear. Birds chirped back and forth as if they were sharing the happenings of the last week with one another. Out of the kitchen window, one could see a mother washing the family car as two neighbourhood boys sat nearby on the curb and lazily tossed small chips of gravel back and...

You're engaged. The date is set. The biggest, happiest day of your life is just a few months away. Bliss becomes burden as you feel the pressure of wedding planning. Your gown, formalwear, dates, deposits. Banquet hall or caterer? Band or DJ? Where to honeymoon? Who's in the bridal party? Flower selection, budget decisions, guest list. After...