The Man Thursdays - Groom Speech Success

Source: www.groomgroove.com

Hey fellas! It's that time of the week, 'The Man Thursday,' where the focus is all on you - the groom to be. Today we are here to help you out with the always anticipated, sometimes dreaded groom speech at the wedding reception. The groom's speech can be a very entertaining and touching moment or it can be a pure disaster. Don't fret, we will be providing you with some tips that will help to make your upcoming speech an experience to be remembered - in a good way:


1. Keep it Short.
Make sure your speech does not exceed 5 minutes. Public speaking can be daunting for anyone. Your nerves can sometimes get the best of you and cause you to ramble on and on and on. We suggest that you come prepared. Like the saying goes 'practice makes perfect,' so try practicing your speech in front of the mirror or a trusted friend. Jotting down some major points on a notepad will be very helpful, as well. Remember, people have a short attention span, so keep your speech short and sweet.

2. Lighten up!
Your wedding day is supposed to be fun, so make sure to loosen up. If you have great timing and funny stories to share, why not try a humorous approach. Everyone loves to laugh and this will be a great way to share some details about you and your bride. So if you can pull it off, crack a joke or a few. Your guests will definitely enjoy it!

3. Flattery goes a long way
Who doesn't love to hear nice things said about them? Your groom's speech is the best time to say some complimentary things about your wife, in-laws, and other guests of honor. No need to overdo it, but a few simple words and even just a 'thank you' can do wonders. This is the perfect platform to show your gratitude to all whom you care for, so flatter away.


If you prepare yourself and make use of these tips, you will be well on your way to having a successful groom's speech. Most importantly, remember to Enjoy Yourself!


Happily Planning,

Your Big Day
http://www.yourbigdayllc.com/
info{at}yourbigdayllc{dot}com
908-206-4107

Terrific Find Tuesday - Cold Stone Creamery in South Orange, NJ

So we were hired to plan a surprise party for our client's sister (such a great gesture).  We only have a month to plan so we have had to work overtime to make this day great.  Today, we went cake shopping.

We started out at a "traditional" bakery as directed by the venue.  Its a well know well respected place that does produced really great cakes( I even use them personally) after meeting with the cake designer and noticing that we would be coming in a little over budget, I recalled a tip that my client shared about the guest of honor, She liked a specific cake from Cold Stone Creamery.  So I went to check them out and ended up at the Cold Stone Creamy that what was closet to our office located at 3 Sloan Street  South Orange, NJ 07079, by the train station.

Well BOY was I in for a treat!  The staff  was super helpful in answering all my questions & proved me wrong in a good way all at the same time.  I went in kinda doubtful thinking I was only going to be able to get a square or round plain boring cake... WAS I ever re-educated.  Instead the staff brought out books and photos of a awesome looking cakes, I was amazed!!!! Tiers, heart shapes, and even wedding cakes.  Anything you can imagine from a standard bakery cake they can do it with Ice Cream from Cold Stone.  They even deliver!!!! 

I was able to choose a cake style & discuss a design  that I know the client will love, all at a price that will fit my clients budget with the Cake Designer. Yes, they have a professional cake designer on staff just for people like us!  Can you say over joyed?

Here is a sneak peak of the design idea we have.  I can't wait to show-off the real deal in a couple weeks.

All and all so far I have had a great experience with this Cold Stone Creamery.  I urge you to check them out the next time you are looking to have some cake and eat your ice cream too.


A Couple of tips before deciding that ice cream cake is for you:

1) Time of year - In the heat of summer ice cream cake for a more formal function wedding or outdoor function may not be so wise.  If you choose to go with ice cream make sure that the place you purchase is not really to far from your venue.  Know that you may not be able to fully display the cake at your event like you would a traditional cake.

2) Advanced Prep & Planning - Ensure that your venue can support the hosting of an ice cream cake BEFORE you order.  Make sure they will have the freezer capacity to keep the cake cold until shortly before served.

Other then that GO for it!

Cold Stone Creamery
3 Sloan Street
So. Orange, NJ 07079
973-762-1835

Happy Planning,

Ingrid M. Williams
908-206-4107
http://www.yourbigdayllc.com/
info@yourbigdayllc.com

Matrimony Monday - Whisper Sweet Somethings!

Today's Matrimony Monday Tip is simple and to the point.  Pick a day out the week where you only praise, speak highly of, encourage, and think positive thoughts about your significant other.

A kind word lives on forever.  The day to day stress of supporting a family amd meeting your responsibilities at work can sometimes take a total on a person.  Reserve one day or more out the week to be thankful for your other half.  Don't just do it in silence.  Let your partner know exactly how you feel ALL day.  Watch how fast this one practice becomes a habit.  Pretty soon  you will only be speaking good things about your Sweetie at all times

UCLA

“The way you see people is the way you treat them and the way you treat them is what they become."

- Johann Wolfgang von Goethe

Happily Planning,

Ingrid M. Williams
www.yourbigdayllc.com
908-206-4107
imwilliams@yourbigdayllc.com