Giveaway: “How I Planned Your Wedding”
You’re going to love, honor and cherish… or at least really like this brand new book called “How I Planned Your Wedding.”
The happily-ever-after story is about a pair of real characters. NOT the dreamy couples co-author Susan Wiggs writes about in her bestselling romance novels– but a real life mother/daughter duo who are planning a wedding.
The saga is shared from the perspective of mom Susan and her daughter Elizabeth who overcome seemingly unsurmountable obstacles (flowers! favors! budgets!) to create an unforgettable wedding day.
It’s ALL here– the good, the bad, and the funny.
You’ll laugh, you’ll cry… you’ll probably relate! In addition to sharing their own recollections, authors Susan Wiggs and Elizabeth Wiggs Maas offer girlfriend grade advice on:
• How to choose and dress your attendants (and how to avoid Elizabeth’s own inelegant methods of inviting her friends to be part of her big day).
• Choosing and working with a wedding planner (it will save you money—honest!).
• Deciding on the right approach for you when it comes to invitations, flowers, photographers, videographers, and other wedding vendors is crucial. While some couples opt for digital invitations, others prefer the timeless charm of printed cards. The same diversity in choices applies to every aspect of wedding planning, from the choice of flowers to capturing those special moments on your big day. And of course, let’s not forget about the essential details like these womens wedding rings in Brisbane. Each couple’s journey in planning their wedding is unique and should reflect their personal style and preferences.
• Gift registries and the importance of sending prompt, heartfelt thank-you notes (especially to your mother’s friends).
• Why Mom says there must be cake (you want to sample how many cupcakes?).
• Surviving the big day (and rolling with the inevitable punches).
Sounds like a really fun read, doesn’t it?
mother & daughter on the big day
You are cordially invited to win a copy of the book!
Just become a follower of this blog through Google Friend Connect and tell me something memorable about a wedding… ANY wedding. It could be about the world’s worst bridesmaid dress, how your brother-in-law passed out giving the toast or in my case– the battle between the wedding cake baker and the florist.
Rules (slightly boring but necessary)
This giveaway will remain open until Friday February 4th at 5 pm Pacific Time. US entries only please. I will post the winner on this blog on Saturday February 5th. If I don’t hear from the lucky duck within 48 hours, I’ll draw again. For more info about “How I Planned Your Wedding,” visit the website.
But wait, there’s more. If you happen to live in western Washington, there are some “How I Planned Your Wedding” readings and signings coming up:
January 30th at 3 pm – Eagle Harbor Book Company, Bainbridge Island
February 7th at 7 pm – Third Place Books, Lake Forest Park
Disclamer-y Stuff: I received no money or goods in exchange for this review. All opinions expressed are my own.
This looks like a fun read even if you’re not planning wedding!
Fun! Looks like a hilarious book!!!
I am a subscriber! I love to read books!!
my husband and I had a private ceremony, just the two of us and our wedding photographer. I remember how much fun it was reading the vows that we wrote and then having a photo “shoot” afterwards with our photographer. It was such a peaceful and fun experience!!
Something memorable…. let’s see. The last wedding I went to was my brother’s in Boston. I had two kids at the time and we flew from Texas. We left the house at 7am and didn’t arrive at the hotel in Boston until midnight that night. Bags were lost, including bridesmaids dress. All’s well that ends well, but I won’t be forgetting that event any time soon! :)
How are you doing Malia? I’m so sorry I’ve been absent lately. things have been so busy and it’s been difficult to keep up with everyone. I hope you’re doing well!
My most memorable wedding ever was that of my Uncle Jorge. I must have been about 10 years old and all about staying under the radar but not that night. I was so into all of the activities that I made sure to be every where and with everyone. So naturally I was in front row center when the bride and groom had a huge screaming argument in the middle of this most joyous occasion. I do not remember what is was about but I think it had to do with the fact that she was pregnant but no one knew so hormones were high. It will always be the wedding to stay in my mind.
Aren’t they all?
we ran out of food at my daughter’s wedding- not good :) it was still a very classy, fun time- just a very sore subject with the bride :)
beth
I’m a new follower.
I found out that I was to be the musician at my mom and stepdad’s wedding about 10 minutes before the wedding started. There was no rehearsing no nothing…yikes! I guess I did ok because no one is talking about it 13 years later.
My cousins wedding had so many bad things but the one that sticks out is the fact that they were charging for beverages. Which were given to them for free. That is/was so bad.
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