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Newlywed Anniversary Ideas

Wednesday, July 20th, 2011

Can you believe that you’ve been married for almost a year (or a few years)? Time truly flies when you’re having fun and enjoying married life! So what are you going to do for your up-coming anniversary?

Here are a few anniversary ideas sure to suit any couple celebrating any number of years of marriage:

Get Your Rings Engraved – If you didn’t have your rings engraved with a message before your wedding, an anniversary is the perfect time to add words of love or a special phrase to the inside of your bands. Try to think of something that will make you smile when you read it on your Golden Anniversary.

Dine At Your Wedding Venue- If it’s possible, it can be very romantic to have dinner in the very place you had your wedding reception. Find a little white dress and have your spouse spruce up for the evening too!

Renew Your Vows- If Heidi and Seal do it every year, why can’t you? Whether you throw a party to celebrate or simply read your vows to each other to remember the words that bind you together, this is a great way to commemorate your wedding day.

Watch Your Wedding DVD – It’s super schmoopy, but watching yourselves walk down the aisle is so much fun! Pour a glass of champagne and then settle in on the couch to watch two people on one of the best days of their lives.

Start A Tradition – Think of something you want to do to celebrate your anniversary each year. Whether you want to have breakfast in bed, read your vows or stay in the same suite, traditions are a great thing to get started as newlyweds!

Whatever you choose to do to celebrate your anniversary, just remember to enjoy the moment and recognized how blessed you are to have the person you love in your life. We’d love to hear about how you celebrate your anniversaries, so please leave a comment!

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Beat The Post-Wedding Blues

Monday, June 20th, 2011

Ever since you were a little girl you’ve dreamed about the picture perfect wedding and you’ve been consumed by the wedding planning process for months (or maybe even years)—and then it’s over! Many brides romanticize everything about their wedding day and honeymoon and feel overwhelmed by the reality of the ‘real world’ upon returning from their trips. Some of us don’t know what to do with ourselves following the wedding because we’ve focused all our energy on the seemingly never- ending wedding planning process and are left with what are known as the post-wedding blues. Women have been known to say that wedding planning was filled with some of the best, most stressful or even worst times of their lives! No matter how you feel about your experience, you may be left thinking that you have nothing to fill that void.

Some depression after your wedding day is normal as you’re transitioning into a new phase in your life; which can often be scary. Before your biggest worries were centerpieces, dresses, rings… and now you’re left thinking about buying a house, paying bills, having kids, and all of the major things that come to fruition after being married. The good thing now, is that all of these responsibilities are shared! So a couple weeks of feeling down is normal, but after that if you are still feeling frustrated or angry at your spouse, then you may want to seek out something new to occupy your time. Personally, I’ve found that the best way to get over post-wedding blues is to seek help by talking to friends and family about the way you are feeling. Recognize that you are still YOU and now just sharing your fabulous self with your best friend, and the one you have given your heart to!

Here are some tips on how to get yourself out of your post nuptial funk:

Gain Perspective: Your wedding was meant to last only one day, leaving you with a marriage to last forever! It’s great that you spent all of your time making your special day as picture perfect as possible, but now think about how you can make your new life wonderful, day-in and day-out. Share your goals with your spouse (whether it’s a vacation or plans to buy a house) and talk about how you will both work to reach those goals together.

Plan a Cocktail Party: You may be missing the planning aspect of your wedding, so why not plan a party for friends or family to come over and make use of the new dishes, bowls, etc. that you just received as wedding gifts?! Or plan a night out to dinner, or dancing with other couples or friends. You can be married and still enjoy night life!

Be Lazy: Now that you don’t have to worry about breathing, eating and sleeping all things bridal, you may find that you have some extra time on your hands. It’s okay to do nothing! That’s right—I said nothing! You can put on some comfy sweats, watch a movie and enjoy cuddling with your new hubby! Or take a bubble bath and enjoy a good book with a glass of wine!

Get a New Hobby: Maybe you’re just bored because you have too much time on your hands right now. It’s the perfect time to start a home-improvement project or to get a new hobby. You and your spouse could work on the project together (or separate if you’d like) or you could each start a hobby of your own to keep some time to yourselves. Remember, just because you are married doesn’t mean that you have to do EVERYTHING together. Lets face it, you’re still individuals too!

Tags: Newlywed, Newlywed Tips, Post Wedding Blues
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Last Week to Win 100 Custom Embossed Notes!

Monday, May 23rd, 2011

This is the last week to enter to win 100 of the fabulous custom embossed notes pictured in this post as well as embossed envelopes customized with the winner’s new name or the first names of both newlyweds!

Expressionery.com is providing the chance to win this chic and unique thank you note set. Expressionery.com allows any newlywed to express her style in print with their exclusive collection of custom stationery. Whether your favorite look is classic, funky, casual or formal, their stylish array of stationery supplies & products can help you find the perfect gift to share or keep all to yourself.

Ready to win our marvelous May giveaway? Leave a comment on this, or any of our thank you note posts on Mondays this month and you’ll be automatically entered to win. Tell us how many notes you need to write or why you’ve been procrastinating on the project. The randomly selected contest winner will be announced on May 31!!^st If we don’t hear back from the winner within 2 weeks, we will randomly select a new winner to make sure someone ends up with this great goodie!

**If you tweet this giveaway by clicking the green retweet button below and then post a comment that you tweeted with your twitter handle, you’ll receive an additional contest entry!**

Tags: Giveaway, Newlywed, Thank You Notes
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Newlywed Love At Any Age!

Tuesday, May 10th, 2011

Have you ever wondered how old is too old to fall in love? I just ran across the amazing story of the world’s oldest newlyweds…he’s 100 and she’s 93! As newlyweds, we all feel lucky that we met the love of our life, and this couple is a great reminder that age isn’t a limit on love.

This couple is also a great example of what a wedding should be about…LOVE. I’m going to guess that this particular bride wasn’t obsessed with the very latest bridal fashion and makeup or how bikini ready her body was. She was just happy to marry the man of her dreams on his 100^th birthday. While you should look and feel fabulous on your big day, don’t let concern over the superficial overshadow your love story.

Do you know any older couples that recently got married or would you consider a marriage in you 90s? Please leave a comment…we’d love to hear your thoughts.

Tags: Age, Love, Newlywed
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Announcing Our Marvelous May Giveaway!

Monday, May 2nd, 2011

After any wedding, there’s a mountain of thank you notes to be written. Is there any way to make that process more enjoyable? Well, we thought that providing gorgeous custom notes to one of our newlywed readers would help her write with a smile on her face! We’re happy to announce that our May Giveaway includes 100 of the fabulous custom embossed notes as well as embossed envelopes pictured here, customized with the winner’s new name or the first names of both newlyweds! The winner will also be able to select the color of note card (white, ivory or pink).

**If you tweet this giveaway by clicking the green retweet button below and then post a comment that you tweeted with your twitter handle, you’ll receive an additional contest entry!**

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Your Married Name: To Change or Not to Change!?

Friday, April 8th, 2011

Although this is a difficult decision for some, and many women go back and forth on this, we can be thankful that changing your name after marriage is a choice! For some of us the answer is simple, while others will toy around with the idea for years! Some women choose to keep their maiden name for professional reasons, some feel as though by changing their name they’re losing a part of their identity, while for others, the decision relies heavily on family and traditions. Whatever the case may be, there are many factors that will affect your decision, and for many, that single most important factor is your spouse!

I already knew that I wanted to take my husband’s last name, but I also knew that he would’ve been offended if I didn’t. So for me the decision was simple, and friends from my younger years still refer to me by my maiden name, so I still get the best of both worlds!

We want you to share your decision-making story on your married name change with us! Did your spouse play a deciding role on your decision? Or, tell us why you simply chose to keep your maiden name!

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Newlywed Disaster

Thursday, April 7th, 2011

Imagine that you and your fiancé spend time and money planning your dream honeymoon/vacation. After countless conversations and daydreaming about how you’re going to have the time of your lives, it doesn’t go as planned. Well, that’s just what happened to a newlywed couple. I came across this article about a newlywed couple from Sweden who survived their honeymoon. I know what you’re thinking, isn’t that the goal for everyone/don’t we all survive our honeymoons? Well, yes, but most people’s biggest honeymoon nightmare is rainy weather, not a major snowstorm, a tsunami, 2 earthquakes, catastrophic flooding and a cyclone! Can you imagine it? You set off on what you think will be the trip of a lifetime (a 4 month long honeymoon) with your love to Germany, Bali, Australia, New Zealand, and Japan only to be hit with just about every natural disaster known to man! YIKES!!!

While a bad trip is hardly the worst thing that can happen in life, it made me think about marriage and how my husband and I, like all brides and grooms dreamed that married life would be perfect. There’s NO WAY that Swedish newlywed couple thought their honeymoon would be anything less than blissful! Newlyweds can be naïve or as I like to put it…overly optimistic! There’s nothing wrong with a positive attitude or outlook on life; however, you want to prepare yourselves for when something in your life doesn’t turn out as planned. If not, any negative situation will feel overwhelming like a ton of bricks on you and/or your marriage.

We all go through things in our lives that are certainly not what we planned or hoped, but we make it through and often times come out on the other side stronger, more passionate and better people. That happens in all marriages too! I’m sure you know at least 1 couple and have heard unpleasant stories about something that happened in their marriage or to someone they know (i.e. constant fighting, gambling, debt, illness, drug/alcohol problems, infidelity, or divorce).

It’s a known (and unfortunate) fact that not all marriages last forever, but that doesn’t mean that you and your spouse won’t have a long, happy and healthy marriage. You will have to work for it, letting your spouse know each and every day that he/she means the world to you (most importantly…be thankful for the little things). In our marriage vows we state that we will love one another “in good times and in bad,” so just remember that always. However horrible the bad times may be (whether it’s a bad honeymoon, an illness, loss of job, etc.) think about what brought you together in the first place and remind yourself of the love you shared on your wedding day. Reminiscing about the days you had butterflies in your stomach just being around each other and how far you’ve come will help you get through anything.

Do you have a nightmare honeymoon story…Or a tough marriage moment? How did you make it through? Share your thoughts with us…

Tags: Honeymoon, Newlywed, Relationship, Tough Times
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Hot Newlywed Sex: Yes Please!

Tuesday, April 5th, 2011

I just read a reporter’s request for feedback from women who have tried the “new trend” of having testosterone pellets implanted under the skin of their backs to increase their libidos. Who does that?! As newlyweds, we’re a blessed segment of the population when it comes to hot sex and its frequency. That being said, who doesn’t want a little boost in the bedroom? Here are few non-surgical ideas to try out the next time you’re looking for inspiration.

Steamy Movie Scene – Pick a favorite steamy scene from a movie you’ve both watched and try it out. Need some suggestions? Choose something from Jerry Maguire, Unfaithful, Pretty Woman (if you’re a die-hard romantic) or Eyes Wide Shut. I’m sure your hubby might be able to help select a scene too!

Body Paint – Get in touch with your artsy/sexy side with a chocolate body paint kit. You can decorate each others bodies and lick it off, or decorate your own bodies and surprise each other with the results. Arrows pointing to certain places can act as a sensual guide for your amour.

Raincoat Moment – This is a risky maneuver, but if you pull it off it will be something your spouse talks about for the rest of his life. If your man has his own office (with a lock), show up to take him out to lunch in a raincoat, a pair of heels and nothing else. Obviously you’re not going to actually have lunch! Please weigh the possibilities of being caught in the act and possible unemployment before trying this one.

Somewhere Different – You know how vacation sex is always a little more fabulous? Part of that has to do with “doing it” in new surroundings. Book a room at a boutique hotel or set up a romantic scene in your attic as a surprise for your mate.

Wig Out – This suggestion might not work for everyone, but consider purchasing a wig that is radically different from your normal hair. If you’ve got short black hair go for long and blonde and if you’ve got long brown hair, go for short and red. You’ll get to feel like a totally different woman and your husband will get to experience sex with a totally different you!

What are you steamy secrets for keeping newlywed sex hot? Share a PG-13 comment with our readers today!

Tags: Happiness, Newlywed, Sex
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Ahh, Never a Dull Newlywed Moment!

Friday, April 1st, 2011

So you fell in love with your spouse for so many different reasons, and at this point you’ve been together long enough that nothing should come as a surprise to you, right?! You’re married, and have already proven yourself to be this incredible wife (which you knew you would be)… however, were you prepared for the unspoken duties that were to come?!

Life is full of surprises, and not all things are easy and enjoyable. In fact, some things in life may even become repetitive and somewhat annoying, specifically for me, its household chores! So, let me begin with this disclaimer: I am so in love with my husband, and to his defense, he often times will help out with responsibilities around the house which I’m so thankful for! However, (not that I’m keeping track), but here is a list of…Are you kidding me moments…that I hope other wives can commiserate with:

1. Have you slowly started finding yourself picking up the empty dishes around the house, finding the scattered socks that never made it to the hamper, or the dirty tissues lying on the coffee table like it’s now the trash can?

2. Tell me you see the crumbs on the counter from the sandwich you just made…or should we get your eyes checked?!

3. We’re women, and when we’re sick we go to the Dr., right? Men- don’t go to the Dr. unless you give them an ultimatum, and/or schedule an appointment for them and drive them there! It is in your best interest to schedule this appointment sooner rather than later, as most men don’t seem to handle sickness quite like women do!

4. Hello, toilet seat!? OK, I’m not even going to get into this one!

5. My hubby helps me with some cleaning around the house so no complaints there, and I actually enjoy doing the cleaning myself, except for the bathrooms of course, so please tell me how does one manage to pee on the back of the toilet seat?!

6. Shaving cream goes on your face (for the most part) right? So how does it always end up splattered across the bathroom mirror?

7. Please check your pockets for gum, pens, etc…before giving me your laundry?!

Remember, life wouldn’t be half as interesting if all things were perfect, so be thankful for the small things in life that keep you on your toes, and make you the fabulous wife that you are! Now, here is your chance to let it all out, so please share with us the things that really grind your gears!

Tags: Chores, House, Husband, Newlywed
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Kissing: Not Just a Newlywed Past Time

Wednesday, January 12th, 2011

Think long and hard, when was the last time you and your spouse really kissed? I’m talking about a passionate smooch-a-roo, not just a peck on lips before you leave for work or when you get home. Kissing is a wonderful way to connect with each other and can make you feel like a love-struck teenager! Nothing says I love you as much as a kiss out of nowhere, not to mention it could help keep your relationship young and fun. A great kiss can lead to a full on make-out session and some steamy heat in the sheets!

According to Hilda Hutcherson, M.D. author of What Your Mother Never Told You About S-E-X, for some women, “Kissing is more intimate, than intercourse.” You may be asking yourself why? Well, science tells us that kissing causes our bodies to release endorphins much like exercise, chocolate and other things that make us happy individuals. In a recent Redbook Magazine poll, 79% of readers said they don’t kiss their husbands nearly as much as they’d like; 58% said they don’t kiss as much as they used to and 14% said they’re lucky to do it once a day. Wait, what?! Come on ladies and gents, brush those teeth and get to kissing! It’s a fact that our busy lives can cause stress and strain in our marriages, however; making a conscious effort not to allow life to get in the way of our relationships is the best we can do.

So, try this: Always kiss your spouse good morning, goodbye before work, when you come home, while you’re watching tv, before you go to bed… in bed. You get the idea, sneak in a kiss any time anywhere (within reason) as full on PDA could make others feel incredibly uncomfortable (i.e. when children are around or getting a wee-bit too touchy feely). WebMD has a great article called Kissing: The Hot Love Habit That Makes You Both Happier full of giggly, fun, hot and sexy experiments for the 2 of you to try. Believe me, they will keep the sparks flying like fireworks!

Tell us: Did this post make you realize it’s time to for more K-I-S-S-I-N-G? Did you try any of these experiments and how did they make you feel as a couple?

Tags: Kissing, Newlywed, Newlywed Advice, Romance
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