» engagement http://becomingmrsdial.com Mon, 23 Apr 2012 15:40:39 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1 Are you a Nashville bride? DON’T MISS The Smart Bride Boot Camp! http://becomingmrsdial.com/2012/03/are-you-a-nashville-bride-dont-miss-smart-bride-boot-camp/ http://becomingmrsdial.com/2012/03/are-you-a-nashville-bride-dont-miss-smart-bride-boot-camp/#comments Thu, 08 Mar 2012 13:38:54 +0000 Krista http://becomingmrsdial.com/?p=1340 If you’ve been following along with my blog…you know I’m a HUGE fan of Ashley’s Bride Guide. She’s inspired me in a number of ways. Not only as a friend, but as a business woman as well. In fact, it was all because of her that I got the hankering to start this blog! :)

Ashley’s Bride Guide, plus the network of amazing brides I connected with throughout our engagement, provided such amazing inspiration and support as we planned our wedding here in Franklin, TN.

Had she offered the event I’m about to tell you about during our engagement, I would have been ALL OVER IT. Okay…so drumroll, please…You’re invited to…

This event is a three-week series starting next Tuesday, March 13 and will run through the following two Tuesdays as well.

While bridal shows and magazines are fabulous for inspiration, if the couple doesn’t have a vision or budget in place, the inspiration can lead to frustration. (And I can speak for experience on this one!) That’s why Ashley has created The Smart Bride Boot Camp to educate and offer the inside scoop on setting realistic expectations to plan the wedding of your dreams on a budget you can afford.

Last year’s first-ever boot camp was life changing for the attendees. Many of them still email Ashley, letting her know that their wedding was completely different as a result of real talk about weddings.

So, will you join us? Each week we’ll cover a variety of topics that cover every aspect of planning – from keeping date nights to discussing money with the parents to managing guests lists.

I’m excited she’s asked me back once again to be on the panel, which will consist of newlyweds, other bridal bloggers and event pros.

Take a look at last year’s event recaps, which are chock full of helpful info even for those who are unable to attend -

Click here to register and comment below if you plan to be there! :) Hope you’ll join us!

Inspiring you down the aisle and beyond…

Krista

 

 

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I will be present and aware in the months, weeks, days, hours and moments throughout our engagement and wedding day. I will be true to myself and recognize my feelings and my emotions head-on as I prepare for our commitment.

Whether you’re a bride or a wife, you should read “The Conscious Bride”. You won’t be disappointed. I’m so glad I’ve read this during our planning. Stay tuned for more info! And thanks again to Liza of Maiden to Married for recommending!

]]> http://becomingmrsdial.com/2010/01/my-thoughts-on-being-a-conscious-bride/feed/ 1 I’m starting 2010 as a “conscious bride” http://becomingmrsdial.com/2010/01/im-starting-2010-as-a-conscious-bride/ http://becomingmrsdial.com/2010/01/im-starting-2010-as-a-conscious-bride/#comments Sat, 02 Jan 2010 01:22:01 +0000 Krista http://becomingmrsdial.com/?p=396 Happy new year everyone! Welcome to 2010…the year I will become Mrs. Dial.

Wow. Exciting!

Knowing we’re halfway through our engagement, you probably think I’m all aflurry between guest lists, decoration ideas, dress fittings, jewelry hunting, etc. While I am working on a few of those things, I’m nowhere near “aflurry” or stressed – mainly due to the fact that I am a conscious bride.

What does that mean? It means that planning our wedding is more than never-ending checklists that involve flowers, table linens, invitations, etc. We’re planning the ceremony and celebration of our love and life-long commitment to each other. That’s what truly matters.

When I say I’m a conscious bride, it means that Philip and I have started our planning by visualizing our wedding day. We’ve talked about our values and why we’re getting married. In all of our planning decisions, we’re comparing our options with the goals/vision/values we’ve set for our big day. The media and the wedding industry often focus on the materialistic, tangible objects of the marriage…but rarely does anyone urge the bride and groom to focus on the internal, intangible items.

Based on a recommendation from bridal coach Liza Hippler of Maiden to Married, whom I met at the Franklin Bridal Ball last May, I just started reading a fantastic book titled “The Conscious Bride: Women Unveil Their True Feelings About Getting Hitched” by Sheryl Paul.

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I can’t think of a more perfect way to start the year than by taking time to relax and enjoy this book. I’m about halfway through it and will keep you posted with final thoughts! Hope you’ve had a wonderful New Year’s Day!

]]> http://becomingmrsdial.com/2010/01/im-starting-2010-as-a-conscious-bride/feed/ 4 Philip and I are guinea pigs – for a study about engaged couples http://becomingmrsdial.com/2009/10/philip-and-i-are-guinea-pigs-for-a-study-about-engaged-couples/ http://becomingmrsdial.com/2009/10/philip-and-i-are-guinea-pigs-for-a-study-about-engaged-couples/#comments Fri, 09 Oct 2009 12:03:27 +0000 Krista http://becomingmrsdial.com/?p=306 A few days ago I received an email from a researcher at the University of Virginia who is doing a study about engaged couples. Looks like Philip and I are perfect guinea pigs. :) Check out the details below. Can you help too?

Engaged volunteers needed!


I am looking for volunteers for a study of attitudes towards marriage and parenthood among engaged couples.  The study consists of a 25-30 minute online survey. To qualify for the study, you must be 20-35 years old, live in the U.S., and plan to marry or have a commitment ceremony within the next 365 days. You and your romantic partner must not have children, and this must be the first marriage for both of you.


You can:


-Help a doctoral candidate;

-Increase the pool of scientific knowledge;

-Support research on marriage and families; and

-Spend some time thinking about your relationship!


I am working with Dr. Charlotte J. Patterson, a Professor of Psychology at the University of Virginia.  This study has been approved by the University of Virginia Institutional Review Board #2009025800.


If you and/or your romantic partner are interested in participating or want further information, please email me at survey.couples@gmail.com.  I will send you a link that you can use to access the study.


Thanks!


Cristina Reitz-Krueger

Doctoral Student

University of Virginia

(434) 243-8558

survey.couples@gmail.com

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