This time of year should be about peace and goodwill toward humanity, but ironically peace does not describe life before the holidays. Similarly, like the holiday season planning a wedding might feel like peace deprivation. Why does the holiday season seem like a mad rush when it should be a time for anticipation, reflection and joy? Can't we stop or slow down to catch our breath long enough to gaze at the December sky whispered with milky clouds, cool air and early dusk?
Once engaged many brides commence the gown journey with a new Pinterest boards, planning apps and appointments at boutiques. Instantly brides are immersed in the wedding industry's clutches. This is exhilarating, but often overwhelming and stressful.
I've heard or observed "the sigh" of a bride many times. This is when I know she's amidst the mad rush. When she's in the dressing room not able to make a decision between two gowns she adores, it's time to step away from the rush and breath.
The beauty in the fine details of the wedding are what should be relished. The hand stitched embroidery on your gown. Your favorite color palette woven through the day. The supple silky petals on your bouquet. The sweet embellishments on your invitations. The ethereal billow of your veil.... These are the treasures to behold and remember.
While taking that breath and break from the rush as you reflect on the glorious details of your wedding day, your blurry vision will begin to adjust with reprieve. It is then that the grip of the rush will release and you'll truly capture the true meaning of your betrothal. The quick beat of your heart will not be from stress, but from genuine bliss only a bride can reap.
Once engaged many brides commence the gown journey with a new Pinterest boards, planning apps and appointments at boutiques. Instantly brides are immersed in the wedding industry's clutches. This is exhilarating, but often overwhelming and stressful.
I've heard or observed "the sigh" of a bride many times. This is when I know she's amidst the mad rush. When she's in the dressing room not able to make a decision between two gowns she adores, it's time to step away from the rush and breath.
While taking that breath and break from the rush as you reflect on the glorious details of your wedding day, your blurry vision will begin to adjust with reprieve. It is then that the grip of the rush will release and you'll truly capture the true meaning of your betrothal. The quick beat of your heart will not be from stress, but from genuine bliss only a bride can reap.
