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fall
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giveaway
Your Video Romance
Story
This is a romantic story
that interviews the bride and groom about each other separately, their future,
their hopes, how they fell in love... Video is taken of the Bride and
Groom walking together, kidding around, hanging out and basically just being in love.
Everything is combined with music and photos of the couple growing up
and/or dating, and is then played at your reception! Courtesy of
Director's Cut Videography.
$350+ value
Draw Date: Nov. 30,
2004
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november's favourite things
favourite funky cake...
Jirina’s Bakery
favourite 'castle in the clouds'...
Best Western St. Jacobs
Country Inn
favourite bride-turned-movie-
star option...
Director's Cut Videography
favourite party-starter...
Magic Tunes
favourite cocktail hour menu...
H&M Catering
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A seafood boat,
smoked salmon, devilled eggs, mini quiche, chicken wings, shrimp in
batter, dipping sauces, veggies & dip, imported cheeses, fruits, crackers
pecan tarts, cheesecake bites, coffee and more…
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favourite outdoor ceremony spot...
The Pavilion at Bingemans
favourite traditional colour scheme
Kelly Greens Flowers & Gifts
favourite boys club pic...
Accent Studios Photography
favourite
added touch for your cocktail hour or reception...
Chocolate Fountain Canada-KW
favourite fairytale-inspired decor...
Now & Always
favourite luxury
SUV...
Brentwood Livery
favourite wedding dreamland...
Decorating Dreams
favourite candid pic...
barebonephoto
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k-w
reality wedding
stories:
season 1 cont'd...
 Meet
Kendra & Ryan, Erika & Gary -
"I am just so
happy to be engaged and marrying the man of my dreams, that I know this day
will be wonderful no matter what, but with help I know it can only get
better!" - Kendra
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k-w reality weddings: season 2
share your real-life love story
TheWeddingRing.ca meets Reality TV... on the
net! Reality
weddings give real local brides a way to share their love story while giving
K-W's bridal population an exciting, local example of how amazing K-W weddings
can be!
In the first
season, which is still being followed, The Ring told each couple's wedding
stories. In K-W Reality Weddings: Season 2, we want you to tell your story to
the local bridal community, in words, in photos, in person. Local brides can
share their reality wedding stories with other brides in The Ring.
Write weekly
or monthly diaries, show photos of your wedding day and more.
Share your K-W Reality Wedding story!
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 Concordia
Club famous for Oktoberfest & old
favourite for
weddings
Everyone knows that
the Concordia Club throws one of the biggest and wildest Oktoberfest parties in
town every year. But what you may not know, is that they can also throw an
amazing wedding reception as well. In fact, the word 'Concordia', is Latin for
harmony, friendship and unity.
Concordia Club has
been in Kitchener since 1873 (back when Kitchener was named 'Berlin'), and does
weddings of nearly any size or budget. Concordia Club offers outdoor ceremony
possibilities, a variety of menus, a professional chef, and most importantly,
that distinctly unique atmosphere created by their German-style architecture,
dark wood, exposed beams, and high ceilings. Every bride has her own style, and
many have a shoestring budget, so we have a feeling that this is going to
quickly become one of The Ring's most popular reviews! click for full story
Family owners bring
dedication &
quality to the forefront of the
tuxedo
market 
 With
a great Cambridge location and involvement in just about everything
wedding-related, you've probably seen Collins Formal Wear around town. If you
were at the Bingemans Wedding Dreams show, you've likely remember their various
tuxedos strutting down the runway on the backs of some GQ-looking models.
Collins carries an exclusive line of tuxedos by some of the best and trendiest
labels around. Many of these lines can't be found anywhere else in the area.
Some of these trendy labels include ecko unltd., Claiborne, After Six, Raffinati,
Perry Ellis and Oscar de la Renta, among others. But Collins doesn't just cater
to the norm. They also rent kilts, shoes, vests, canes, top hats and so much
more. If there is an idea or style that you are looking for, you can feel
confident that Lynda, Brad, Curt and their staff will be able to help you.
click for full story
 Custom-made
attire from flower girls to brides
allow
K-W brides to turn imagination into
 reality
If you were at the
last Welcome Wagon Show in Kitchener you will undoubtedly remember
the name Noccé. Pronounced
'NO-CHAY', the word was created to mean couture for
an elegant evening and that's what they offer to Kitchener-Waterloo brides -
only without the designer price. At the show, The Ring got to see the beautiful
custom creations that Noccé produces for their brides first hand... it only
made us want to find out more!
We sat down with
Ileana Poessy, designer and her daughter Axel to find out the in's and out's of
their custom design gown service. "What we like most about the business is the
fact that we are allowing someone to get exactly what they want, their ideal
dream dress," Ileana explains. Having someone take your description of exactly
what you are looking for and turning it into a reality - within a reasonable
budget - is a huge draw for K-W brides. If you have a photo or idea of a dress
you'd like to duplicate, can't find what you're looking for, or have unique
sizing issues, you'll love this option.
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Bingemans
still a top
local reception choice in the hearts of brides after 50 years of
 weddings
Bingemans
has got to be one of the most recognized names in KW's wedding industry. This
name easily and repeatedly makes it onto the 'short list' of top reception
halls.
 With your Bingemans
wedding reception, you don't have to worry about anything - not the service, the
quality of food or the details. Fifty years in the business of catering 'grand
events' can show you that.
Brides and wedding
experts all over K-W give glowing reviews on Bingemans' Wedding Specialist, Doris
Hauck. Corporate policy seems to provide brides with what they want and expect,
and didn't even know they needed. If Bingemans doesn't regularly provide a
service you need, they've likely got close ties with those who do (through
reputation and their Wedding Dreams shows). In a nutshell, you're taken care of,
and then some.
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bridal spotlight
Well I
can't believe that today is finally the big day. I'm excited, but
freaking out. Our jeweller screwed up my FH ring and
its a long story. I just
want
to get through the day with out anything else happening. Oh did I
mention that its raining out. (I was told that
it was good luck!) Well I'm
off to get my hair done and become a wife. I'll talk
to you soon!!!!!!!
Terri & Luke
Oct 30, 2004
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Well as of
yesterday my life smoothed out. Everything major is booked, a dress chosen
and all other outfits (except for tuxs) have been selected and purchased. We
are now heading into fine details with 10 months remaining... it will be a
breeze... although i am
sure i will be a disaster
closer to the day. Any
show/movie with weddings
in me tears me up already... and not the typical
tear...
Aimee
Sept 1, 2004
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My
Diary
Tue Nov 02, 2004
Ahead or Behind?
Sometimes I feel like
I am ahead with stuff and things are good and then other
times I wonder if I am
behind? I am the type of person who hates leaving things until the last minute.
I was wondering what September brides have done so far????????? Maybe you have done
something I haven't thought of yet! Thanks for your help! Hope your having fun
planning!
- Leeanne
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in
other words
it's all about giving brides what they want.
that's why The Ring polled brides to see what they liked best or used the
most @ The Ring
"How it brings brides
together from around
the same area." - Karen, Nov 3, 2004
"vendor reviews" - Esther, Oct 31, 2004
"all the info, a chance to get a way from
thinking of how to get ideas" - Dana, Nov 6, 2004
"the great reviews" - Melinda, Oct 29, 2004
"all the amazing info" - Jennifer, Nov 5, 2004
"quick links, lots of information" - Julie, Nov 5, 2004
"That it is local.. Love it.." - Amanda, Nov 1, 2004
"access
to local vendors" - Nicole, Oct 31, 2004
"that
it's local!!!" - Gillian, Nov 2, 3004
"ideas for songs" - Sandra, Oct 10, 2004
"the
ideas and inspiration" - Katie, Oct 30, 2004
"provides
information about resources in our community" - Tammy, Nov 3, 2004
"Vendor Reviews and Advice Chat Forum" - Alana, Nov 2, 2004
"All the information available just at your
finger tips" - Claudia, Nov 5, 2004
"EVERYTHING....it
is the BEST website" - Crissy, Nov 5, 2004
"everything." - Lisa, Nov 5, 2004
"Easy to use - so much helpful
information!" - Carollyn, Nov 3, 2004
"It's so real, gets down
to
the nitty-gritty of it
all,
good or bad!" - Charlene on Nov 10,
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 TUNES
for the 'wedding party dance'
Excerpt From: The Ring’s Wedding
Tunes Database...
16 Lists. 700+ songs. The most fun
ever spent on one project!...
Time of
your Life - Green Day
All My Love - The
Beatles
All My Rowdy
Friends Are Coming Over Tonight - Hank Williams, Jr.
Sweetest
Thing - U2
Thank You -
Dido
One Boy,
One Girl - Colin Raye
With a
Little Help from my Friends - Joe Cocker
Can You Feel the
Love Tonight - Elton John
Friends
Will Be Friends - Queen
Hero -
Enrique Iglesias
I Hope You
Dance - Leann Womack
I Turn to
You - Christina Aguilera
Oh How The
Years Go By - Amy Grant
more...
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bridal
DICTIONARY
LOVE 1. the
last, and most serious of the childhood diseases. 2. a strange feeling that
comes over a man when he keeps wanting to call his girlfriend by his last name.
KISSING a
method of getting two people so close together that they can’t possibly see
anything wrong with each other.
ENGAGEMENT a
word with two meanings - in war, it’s battle, in courtship, it’s surrender.
LOVE SONG a caress
set to music.
BRIDE a person
who is first to put her foot down after being carried across the threshold.
GROOM a man
who has lost his liberty in pursuit of happiness.
MARRIAGE LICENSE
the only permit taken out after the hunt is over.
MARRIAGE a
process much like a cafeteria - you carefully look over the choices, select what
looks best, and pay later.
HAPPY MARRIAGE
when a man knows what to remember and a wife knows what to forget.
SMART WIFE one
who makes her husband feel as if he is the CEO of the house, when in reality, he
is only chairman of the entertainment committee.
THEWEDDINGRING.CA
1. K-W web ring, online community, informal gathering of brides, bridal parties,
parents of brides, and service providers 2. collection of wedding-related
resources, supplies, and discussions 3. news source for local wedding events and
trends, see also: a bride's new best friend.
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 October's
Most Romantic Proposal
Posted: Wed Oct 06, 2004 2:16 pm by nichole & dan
Post
subject: My worst day turns into my best
It was a week before
my birthday and I was working on a Friday at a local bar thought wound up
getting robbed when I was there. Not a good way to start the weekend. So when my
sweetie comes to pick me up and I tell him what a horrible day I had he offers
to take me out to dinner, so I agree. We go to our usual restaurant and have a
good meal. Then he says that he has a surprise for me. I'm not someone who likes
to be kept in suspense but all he would say is we have to make sure we're done
by quarter to eight. So I assumed he was going to take me to a movie and when I
asked all he did was shake his head and laugh at me. So we get ready to leave
and we wind up going over to the community complex where he plays ball. I
thought he had a game and said that wasn't a very good surprise, and again he
laughed at me. When we parked he went over to
 the trunk of the car and
pulled out my ice skates he had
bought me for Christmas. He even remembered to bring me socks
because he knew I'd be wearing sandals (and he was
right). He said that he knew how much I loved skating when I was younger so he
rented the rink just for the 2 of us. So I thought that was my big surprise but
I was wrong. After we were done skating we went into the dressing room to take
off our skates and he offered to help me take mine off, and as I look up at him,
he was on one knee with a ring in front of him. He said I'm not really good with
words, but I was wondering will you marry me? Of course I said yes, in between
hugs and tears, and I think the best part was the fact that he even remembered
to bring me kleenex...
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Dear
brides & friends,
I
want to welcome you to November in The Ring and say a big Thank You for
joining us. Because of you, The Ring has truly become a 'backstage pass to
all things bridal' in K-W, with over 4000 visits to our K-W site last month
alone!
This
November you will be able to tell your own local wedding story, see season
two of reality weddings, get updates to our continuing season one, win free
wedding video romance stories, read lots of new reviews, look forward to
lots of upcoming reviews, and even get newlywed tips on buying your first
home with your groom.
Now and in weeks
to come,
you'll be
getting even more of tips, tricks, chat, research and reviews that you can't find anywhere
else. Survey says that it's the free access to difficult topics that keep you coming
back - i.e. who to hire, what to pay, what to expect, where to go, and all
of the local details that go into planning a K-W wedding.
So please, feel
free to hang out with us, use as much of our resources as you need, and have
fun being a valued part of the The Ring's bridal community. And remember,
it's just one more reason to love being a K-W bride!
There's
never a dull moment in The Ring!
Sincerely,
Jennifer
Goulden, Director & Editor
theweddingring.ca
&
kw.weddingring.ca
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