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5 Things Every Bride Should Know:

The engagement ring is on your finger and the wedding is finally here. What are the most important things to know as a bride?  

1) Music Matters
Music sets the mood at a wedding, so don’t under estimate the importance of a good band. Go ahead and invest in a band or DJ that knows how to get the party started. There’s nothing more horrific than your uncle’s band playing wretched Dolly Parton covers the entire evening. Sounds awful!    

2) There Will Be Guests You Don’t Recognize
Don’t freak out if you don’t know everyone at your wedding. There’s a good chance your mother has invited great-aunts you’ve never even met; your husband may have colleagues whose names you have forgotten. Don’t worry about it or take it too seriously! Just have fun, smile and spend your time with your close friends and family members.

3) It’s O.K To Cry
Weddings are emotional. Bride’s often cry out of joy or overwhelming emotions. It’s perfectly normal to cry while walking down the aisle or during the ceremony. You may even find yourself tearing up while slow dancing with your new hubby. Don’t hold back your tears; experience the moment exactly as you feel it. Remember, it’s your wedding, so cry if you want to!

4) No One Notices What “Goes Wrong”
Don’t sweat the small stuff. No one will notice if the center pieces are 2 inches shorter than you wanted or if a . Keep things in proportion and remember that your special day is about so much more than flowers, buttons and catering crises. As long as you’re surrounded by loved ones, your wedding is sure to be a special event.

5) Hydrate, Hydrate, Hydrate!
Brides often don’t realize how much running around they do during their wedding. Make sure to drink lots of fluids so as to avoid dehydration and headaches. Make sure you have plenty of water bottles available so that you can take a water break whenever necessary.