Dazzled to Frazzled and Back Again : A Bride's Survival Guide

by Kolbaba, Ginger

• ISBN13: 9780800758639
• ISBN10: 0800758633
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2004-03-01
• Publisher: Revell

Summary

"Brace yourself for a tumultuous emotional journey from elation to panic to doubt to elation to fear to insanity to elation." But don't panic. You're not alone, and you are normal. Guest lists, invitations, decorations, your mother, your future mother-in-law -- the list of serious stress inducers is long. The emotional roller coaster that comes with planning a wedding can be quite an unexpected (and unwelcome) twist to those dreamy wedding plans. With hilarious frankness, Ginger Kolbaba shares true stories from brides who have been there and lived to tell about it. She offers encouragement to expect (and gracefully accept) the unexpected and to overcome the pressures and stress of organizing your big day. Discover how to successfully plan, survive, and -- most importantly -- enjoy your wedding day. Book jacket.

Table of Contents

Introduction: Welcome to Club Wed!	7	(8)
Part 1: Your Engagement
1. You're Engaged! Now What?	15	(15)
2. First Things First	30	(15)
3. A Family Affair	45	(9)
4. Friends, Face-offs, and Free Advice	54	(8)
5. Harnessing Your Inner Bride	62	(5)
6. Details, Details	67	(12)
7. Countdown to the Big Day	79	(13)
8. Sex and the Single Girl	92	(19)
Part 2: Your Wedding
9. "AAAAAhhhhh! I Need One More Day!"	111	(7)
10. Last Moments of Being Nearly-Wed	118	(7)
11. Walking the Aisle	125	(12)
Part 3: Your Honeymoon
12. Fun Things to Do on Your Wedding Night	137	(13)
13. The Honeymoon Hiatus	150	(9)
14. What Do You Mean the Honeymoon's Over?	159	(14)
15. Keep the Joy Alive-You're Married!	173	(10)
Great Resources	183	(2)
Notes	185