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10 Reasons To Love Your Man

ClaireB — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 13:00:10 +0000

Because he is a man.
Because he does quirky things that drive you mad.
Because he leaves his clothes lying about the place.
Because he doesn’t always rinse the shower or the bath out.
Because he leaves toothpaste in the basin.
Because he brushes his teeth.
Because he makes you tea.
Because he likes to eat.
Because he is your man.
Because you chose him.

[Image by Stéphane Lavoie. Sourced via Flickr Creative Commons Images]

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For Brides, From A Groom: Advice You Have To Hear

ClaireB — Tue, 29 Nov 2011 16:27:46 +0000

I was speaking to a groom recently. It was three days after his return from honeymoon. He said that if he could do it again, he would give his bride, and every other bride out there, this advice:

1. Don’t take it so seriously.

Factor a few laughs in along the way. The details and all the miniscule arrangements can make things leading up to the big day very serious.

2. Negotiate every cost.

Wedding suppliers know that you are willing to pay the very best price to get just what you heart desires. In most other cases you would not be willing to spend so much money. Shop around, ask for discounts, haggle like a good Irish girl should.

3. Make time for yourself.

Every body will try and grab a piece of you leading up to the day. Be firm about your alone time. You need the breather to take the pressure off of yourself. Mr Groom admits that this is a protective request for himself. He usually ends up getting the brunt of the pressure building up inside of you. So do it for you, and for him.

{Image sourced via creative commons on flickr, courtesy of Dirk O’Neill}

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Clarity On Your Big Day: Laser Surgery That Works

ClaireB — Wed, 16 Nov 2011 11:30:43 +0000

For many people, perfect vision doesn’t come naturally. Short- or long-sightedness is very common, and while easily remedied with glasses it’s not ideal. Certainly on your wedding day you’ll want to see clearly. Having laser eye surgery before the big day could be something worth investing in; it’s long-lasting, very convenient, and gives you 20/20 vision for your big day.

Few brides will want to wear glasses on their wedding day. You’ll want to look your best and chances are you’ll have spent a fair bit of money on having your hair and make-up done, there is no sense in spoiling the look with glasses.

There are various alternatives out there:

Contact Lenses

Obviously, contact lenses are a more subtle alternative to glasses, and can be a better option for your big day. However these might be uncomfortable if you’re not used to wearing them, and they can make your eyes feel dry. Then there’s the issue of remembering to take them out at the end of the night after drinking and dancing at the reception. This is a fiddly process, and it’s not really something one wants to have to think about on their wedding night!

Laser eye surgery

Laser eye surgery is the most convenient, confidence-boosting option for clear vision on your wedding day, not to mention continually for the rest of your life. There is a huge amount of information available on the actual process available here so you can fully understand what the treatment involves. The procedure is quick, non-invasive, and can be done in a lunch hour. The cost these days is very affordable with laser eye surgery offered from as little as £395 per eye. Clear vision is certainly worth investing in.

A range of vision issues can be treated with laser eye surgery. At the very least many clinics such as the Ultralase Clinics in Ireland offer free consultations to help you decide whether it is right for you. This consultation will involve the well know vision chart test, but will also involve your eyes being mapped to get a complete understanding of your lenses. This will enable the optometrist the knowledge to advise you for the best course of action for your vision correction.

Your wedding is one of the most important and memorable days of your life and feeling confident will make all the difference on the day. Being able to see clearly, without contacts or glasses can be positively life changing.

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Wedding Shoes: A Picture Gallery of Inspiration

ClaireB — Mon, 14 Nov 2011 07:00:59 +0000

wedding shoes, a gallery on Flickr.

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Gifts For Him: Personalised Cuff Links

ClaireB — Wed, 09 Nov 2011 07:00:58 +0000

Not sure what to get for your groom for the big wedding day? Consider getting him a pair of personalised cuff links. Birthday Cuff Links recently launched and produce classic coin cuff links with your groom’s date of birth on. Like this? You might also like:Something Old: Heritage Cufflinks Engagement Gifts: Frame it! Bridesmaids Gifts: In read more...

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Nothing Like A Little Bit of Nooky: 10 Charts About Sex

ClaireB — Mon, 31 Oct 2011 11:20:13 +0000

Sex: that unspoken of element on the wedding day. How much thought have you put into it since the day the question was popped? What do you want from your sex life? Can you communicate what you want? oktrends share 10 interesting charts on sex. Like this? You might also like:Real Life Proposal – Don’t read more...

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Celebrate Your Boy. Celebrate Your Girl.

ClaireB — Thu, 29 Sep 2011 07:00:56 +0000

It is easy to get lost in the craziness of wedding planning. Take time out today to celebrate each other.

My list for today would be:

His smile
The fact that he is growing his hair for me
The way he sleeps so soundly
The fact that he is camera shy
The stubble that grazes my skin
The grumpiness that starts when he is tired
The fact that we cook together at night
His sweaters that I love to crawl into
The thought of our honeymoon

What is your list?

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Wedding Proposal – don’t try this at home!

Ciara Crossan — Wed, 13 Jul 2011 13:54:49 +0000

This guy gave his girlfriend the fright of her life when he proposed to her in a most unusual way!!

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Brides Video Blog: Episode 17 – Suit Hire

Ciara Crossan — Wed, 02 Mar 2011 08:30:12 +0000

Tom Murphys Suit Hire in Cork city is the location for this weeks video blog from our blogging bride! Liz talks us through her experience getting her groomswear for the wedding….

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Botox for the Bride?!

Ciara Crossan — Mon, 07 Feb 2011 23:53:29 +0000

Planning for your wedding? Venue: Check. Flowers: Check. Hair-do: Check. Botox?! The” Botox Bride” phenomenon may be big stateside, but has it reached our shores?

Naturally, there are lots of things you need to prepare in advance if you want your wedding day to be perfect, and many brides are now including cosmetic dental and beauty treatments as part of their wedding plans. We have all seen the teeth whitening treatments available to buy at wedding fairs up and down the country – but are you part of the growing number of people who are looking for something more drastic than a tube of gel for to brighten your pearly whites?

If something about your appearance has been bugging you for a long time, the approach of your wedding day may be the impetus to finally do something about it. Our friends over on WhatClinic.com told us about the treatments which prospective brides are investigating in advance of their day. Unsurprisingly, the most common treatment which brides enquire about is Teeth Whitening, and for most, this is the first time they have considered the treatment.”Most mention that they want to have the best possible smile in their wedding photographs” says David Roe, product manager at WhatClinic.com. “Over half of our customers who mention their upcoming wedding have never had teeth whitening before. Dental Veneers are also popular, but many more also enquire about orthodontic work and dental implants.”

For these more extensive treatments you really need to plan several months in advance. Complex dental work should never be rushed. For example, dental implants can take between anywhere from three to six months to complete, depending on the number and position of the implants and on the condition of your teeth.”In addition to the time taken for the dental work to be completed you will also need leave enough time to research which clinic you want to visit as well as any lead time needed for the treatment. You can hurry some preparations for your wedding, but not a treatment. So if you intend to have some work done, plan well in advance.”

Cosmetic beauty treatments proving popular with brides-to-be include Botox, dermal fillers, skin peels and hair removal. Of all the cosmetic treatments considered by brides though, tattoo removal is surprisingly the most common. And it’s not only the brides but many grooms too who seem to repent of their trendy tattoo as their wedding day draws near. Again, the best advice is to plan well in advance and research the different options available to you before making any treatment decisions.

So, if you’re thinking of getting a little work done before your big day, go ahead, but be sure to leave yourself lots of time. WhatClinic.com is a search engine for health clinics worldwide that has recently expanded into UK Dentist and UK Plastic Surgery markets.

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