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the ideal setting for your Vermont Wedding. Nestled between the Green Mountains and Lake Champlain, The Essex is the Burlington areas only AAA Four-Diamond Resort, and you are invited to bring your own style to the festivities!
with over 30 years of hospitality experience, owner of Burlington Souzas Churrascaria, Founder and Head Chef Instructor of the world renowned Kids Culinary Academy of Vermont has assembled a team of seasoned staff to offer professional catering services like no other in Vermont. We service High End events to simple gatherings.
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as our wedding professionals guide your entire celebration. From the reception and rehearsal dinner to bridal party activities and stylish overnight accommodations, weve got you covered.
Vermonts Premier Caterer offering off premise and on premise events
with your bridal party, gathering between appointments to sip mimosas in your own private lounge. Updos and makeup? Of course! We will pamper you from head to toe with custom designed packages that will guarantee your picture-perfect wedding.
Weddings-Social Events- Corporate Rehearsal Dinners, Family gatherings. And any other holiday or wedding occasion. In our 6th year in Burlington.
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At Souzas you experience food in the traditional Brazilian style known as churrasco - meaning barbeque over wood, which we import from South America. Our style of service is rodizio - meaning constant service of great food. The servers continue to bring a selection of meats on giant skewers and vegetables to your table until you say enough.
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The Barn will be transformed by four seasons of celebration decor and ideas for planning the wedding day of your dreams. You will see exquisite floral arrangements, table decor, centerpieces, place cards, stunning photography, the latest bridal fashions, and so much more. Your senses will be wowed by the gourmet catered eats, decadent desserts, and signature drinks. Dress to the nines and enjoy music, dancing, and entertainment. Exhibitors will display their special talents and products in unexpected and spectacular ways throughout the Barn. The unique style of this bridal show will allow you to envision these creations as your own. This gala is meant for your future wedding planning as well as your evening enjoyment. We look forward to seeing you there! In honor of friends and family and Breast Cancer Awareness Month a portion of the proceeds will benefit The Breast Cancer Center of Vermont.
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40 Matts P.O.V. Matt Duffy 44 Your Wedding Your Way

Listening to Learn, Learning to Listen
Rev. Dr. Michael Caldwell
23 Dreaming at the Sunset Ballroom 26 Opposites Attract Karen Sturtevant 28 Whats Next? Teej Weems 28 Underrated Undergarments Dawn Karnes 42 Spotlight on Flowers: Rose

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Michelle (Barrett) & Calum Gardner
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85 Jewish Wedding Rabbi Howard Cohen 86 Vermont Brides Discusssion Forum 88 Bridal Resource Guide Summer 2010 90 Accommodations at a Glance 92 Vermont Bride Showcase
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65 Discover St. Albans 78 Are You Ready To Buy Your First Home?
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80 Budget Stretching Centerpiece Ideas 87 7 Steps to a Perfect Vermont Wedding

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Inside Vermont Bride: Staff Notes

What does summer in Vermont mean to you? Gardening, outdoor concerts, farmers markets and lush, green meadows are just a few delights summer brings. Lets not forget weddings! With all Vermont offers, its not surprising that couples near and far choose our green mountain state to wed. Well start by meeting three couples in Love Stories and see how love triumphs chance meetings, continents, and culture. Not only is love blind, its also unbiased as Karen Sturtevant shows that having a partner with different views can be refreshing in Opposites Attract on page 26.
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Music surrounds us all the time from the sounds of nature to our favorite CD. Wedding music sets the ambiance whether traditional, instrumental, or newage. Lisa Carlson, moves with the melody in Selecting Music for Your Ceremony on page 55 and offers time-honored marches to alternative pieces.
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Listening to music is effortless; listening to your partner can be challenging. Read Listening to Learn, Learning to Listen in Michael Caldwells contribution on page 44. Every couple disagrees; learning to listen with patience and understanding will turn these taxing times into times of growth and create a deeper understanding of one another. Mazal Tov! On page 85, Rabbi Howard Cohen shows us the ritual and tradition associated with The Jewish Wedding: Under the Chuppah. Hairstyle dilemmas? Drew Whitney knows what to do in Up do, Down do, What will YOU do? Think about accessories like headbands, hairpins and flowers and read all about the options on page 61. Sara Daly reminds us that Relaxation Takes Practice in Spa Corner. Take a deep breath and read all about learning to relax beginning on page 83. The Hampton Inn (page 18) in Colchester is the venue that has it all with an outdoor gazebo, quiet gardens, an attentive and accomplished service staff and wedding packages (which include the cake and floral centerpieces). The Hampton Inn staff pride themselves on their attention to detail and strive to provide an atmosphere of love and laughter for your family and friends. Dreaming of white picket fences and lace curtains? Mortgage consultant Jeff Teplitz asks Are You Ready to Buy Your First Home? See Jeffs practical advice on page 78. Realtor Gayle Oberg takes us through The First Steps to Home Ownership in her contribution on page 16 as we learn the importance of working with the right realtor. If roses are in your wedding vision, take a peek at Spotlight on Wedding Flowers on page 42, and sharpen your pencil to fill in the Wedding Word Scramble. Keep an eye open for Quick Quips, Matts P.O.V. (page 40) and read the answers to some popular questions in Discussion Form (page 86). Have a question? Send it to solutions@vermontbridemagazine.com. Wed love to hear from you.
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Pat Esden Michael Caldwell Lauri Boyden Karen Sturtevant Drew Whitney Sara Daly Matt Duffy Howard Cohen Vickie Isham Preseau Gayle Oberg Lisa Carlson Jeff Teplitz Elizabeth (Tobin) Eddy Hauyin (Leung) Kellogg Michelle (Barrett) Gardner
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Getting the most from a dollar is important when budget meets wedding planning. Pat Esden gives us pointers on Budget Stretching Centerpieces (page 80) that are inventive and original theyre affordable too!
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These I Can Promise Author Unknown I cannot promise you a life of sunshine;
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I cannot promise riches, wealth, or gold; I cannot promise you an easy pathway That leads away from change or growing old. But I can promise all my hearts devotion; A smile to chase away your tears of sorrow; A love thats ever true and ever growing; A hand to hold in yours through each tomorrow.
Two souls with but a single thought, Two hearts that beat as one. - Franz Joseph von Munch-Bellinghausen
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The First Step to Home Ownership

By Gayle Oberg, Realtor Congratulations on your wedding! As you settle into life as a married couple, home ownership may be something you decide to consider. If you are thinking of purchasing your first home, here are some ideas that may help you begin planning.
Purchasing a home will be another decision in your life that is one of the biggest you will ever make. The key to this adventure is to become educated about the process and the options.
A Realtors* most valuable contribution will be educating you about the process and the market. This is a complicated and important process that you will go through, on an average of once, maybe twice in your lifetime. It is important for you to fully understand the process. Your first two steps in purchasing a home should be to contact a lender and a Realtor. There is no obligation to either professional and you do not have to sign anything. It is never too early to begin this process. It often takes years to position yourselves for your first purchase. A lender will assist you in assessing your financial situation and let you know if it makes sense for you to consider purchasing at this time, or how to plan for a purchase in your future. If your lender gives you a three year plan, and you stick to it, time will fly by and before you know it, you will be shopping for your first home. One word of advice here: between the two of you, it is always important to know what your financial situation can handle. Tip #1: Before you see a lender, calculate your monthly income and determine how much of that you are comfortable committing to a real estate purchase. Your lender will assist you as you determine what you can afford for mortgage, interest, insurance and taxes. This is the same as rent for you. Your other monthly expenses should remain the same, car payments, grocery expenses, health insurance etc. Tip #2: I strongly suggest you always leave room for recreation & entertainment. If you purchase your first home and budget yourselves so tight that the last penny of your income is allocated, you will increase the stress on your relationship and financial situation to extreme levels. You need to be able to take a night out now and then. A Realtor will be happy to sit down with you and discuss the purchase process. Once you have determined that you are in a position to consider purchasing your first home, find a Realtor you are comfortable with and confident in. You should not be pressured into signing anything. A good Realtor will explain what is involved and how to go about finding your first home. Be prepared to spend a significant amount of time in this process. Again, it is a huge decision and it warrants time and energy. Take the time to look at everything that meets most of your criteria. You never know when a specific property will have just the right feeling. You want to have a connection to the property.
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Weddings in Vermont Stress Free Planning
he world is so fast paced today days fly by in moments. Your wedding day should be that one day that effortlessly flows in and around each and every one of those moments. Surround yourself with professionals who have infinite knowledge of the importance of your wedding day and you will have treasured memories filled with the love and laughter of friends and family. If you are looking for an uncomplicated way to create the perfect celebration with all of the personal touches that celebrate you, selecting a site that has it all will make the road to your wedding day nothing but stress free. Shouldnt you enjoy this time in your life? An outdoor gazebo is surrounded by tall trees and quiet gardens; the perfect spot for a ceremony or for the cocktail reception. Why worry about Mother Nature when the peaceful flow from the gardens to the ballroom makes allowances for any surprises she may have up her sleeve!? Up to 250 guests leisurely make their way to a Ballroom basking in candlelight and filled with all of the personal touches that make the day yours and yours alone. The Hampton Inn has one of the most accomplished service staffs in the region and everyone will notice the attention to detail and the welcoming air as your guests are caught up in the joy of the day. Refreshing beverages are prepared by professional bartenders with any eye for the next guest before they arrive.
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Crisply uniformed servers pass a myriad of ever popular delights: chilled shrimp cocktail, hefty scallops wrapped in smokehouse bacon, mushroom caps stuffed with fresh vegetables plus a host of unique hors doeuvres you wont find anywhere else.
From artfully prepared plated meals to overflowing buffets- the Executive Chef and his team create meals that delight guests every time. Couples have the opportunity to avail themselves of all of our food, beverage and service while bringing in their favorite vendors or they may choose the relaxed simplicity provided when choosing a Package complete with a wedding cake and fresh floral centerpieces. Our vendors are the absolute tops in their fields and can meet with you directly of you can work through our coordinator to get all the details perfected.
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Wedding packages are for a minimum of 100 guests and start at $34.60 per person. Packages include use of the ballroom, a small hors doeuvres tray, the complete meal, the beautiful wedding cake, the fresh floral centerpieces, candles for the tables, an overnight room for the Bride & Groom and all taxes and gratuities. 187 guestrooms are available so your guests can make a weekend getaway out of your celebration. Overnight room rates include a complete hot and cold breakfast buffet every morning including the new fan favorite Our Make-Your-Own-Waffle-Station! Guestrooms include complimentary high speed wireless internet access and the famous Hampton Inn Cloud Nine beds! An indoor pool, fitness center and Jacuzzi complete the setting for a happy weekend relaxing with friends and family. Discounted room rates can be arranged for your party and they will be able to make reservations online with a page dedicated to your event exclusively. Enjoy everything about your wedding by making sure it is all handled for you by professionals who are dedicated to creating the happy and memorable experience you deserve. A day for you to celebrate, a day that you will cherish and remember for the rest of your life.
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Your First Step to Home Ownership

You are not obligated to work with the first Realtor you contact. If for any reason you are not comfortable, you should interview another Realtor. An important concept to understand is that your Realtor is paid at the closing based on the agreement between the seller and the listing agency. Unless you have a specific contract stating you are paying your Realtor an agreed upon fee, you have no financial obligation to a Realtor.
*A Realtor is a licensed real estate professional who is a member of the National Association of Realtors and subscribes to its strict Code of Ethics. Gayle grew up in Springfield, VT and has been in the Stowe/Waterbury area since 1972. Licensed as a Realtor in 1985, Gayle was also a licensed teacher in the 1990s while her children were on a school calendar. Gayle has been a full-time agent with Coldwell Banker Carlson Real Estate, in Stowe, VT since 2002. www.gayleoberg.com Look for Gayles next column in the fall issue of Vermont Bride Magazine: Dreams are important! Consider your first home as a stepping stone towards your dream home!
Dreaming at the Sunset Ballroom

Perhaps a stunning view of the beautiful Lake Champlain with the Adirondack Mountains in the backdrop? Do you envision a breathtaking sunset on the horizon while you and your guests enjoy your reception on the outdoor attached terrace? Would you be pushing your luck to want all of this at reasonable rates and stress-free planning?
When you think of the perfect setting for your wedding reception, what do you picture in your mind?
has to offer, a site visit is a must before you decide on your reception location. As your host, Waterfront Catering Group specializes in wedding planning. Our one stop shopping approach will make you feel at ease as we help you plan the most important day of your life. We offer all-inclusive menu packages complete with centerpieces, table linens, and a wide variety of color choices for napkins. With the ballroom being able to accommodate 300 people, and everything it has to offer, it is easy to see why the secret is out. When the reception is over, the happy couple can enjoy a complimentary honeymoon suite at the Comfort Suites.
If you are dreaming all of this then you are imagining the Sunset Ballroom, located on Route 7 in South Burlington. Recently expanded and renovated, the Sunset Ballroom boasts the most unique venue in the state! With over 80 percent glass and windows, the ballroom is so much more than 4 walls. With all the amenities the Sunset Ballroom
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Quick Quips & Helpful Tips

For a Guest Book, purchase a hardcover/hardback book of scenic Vermont and ask your guests to sign right on the pages. A wonderful keepsake! Maid of honor and bridesmaids gift ideas: jewelry, music/jewelry boxes, pewter or silver picture frame, business card holder or monogrammed compact; silk scarf, decorative vases with gift card to your florist, corkscrew/bottle stopper with bottle of wine.
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Opposites Attract
By Karen Sturtevant how fortunate we are to have partner to lean on. The day-to-day grind wears all of us down, but being married has advantages other than a shiny ring on the left hand and tax deductions. Relationship experts report that married couples enjoy benefits their single friends dont including: living a longer, healthier life, increased financial security, greater job success, and an increased sense of emotional wellbeing. Your partner should be your best friend and your safe haven. Learn communication and negotiation skills that can be used tactfully, not in a harmful, pessimistic way. You wont always agree upon which parents house to visit for Thanksgiving or whether to spend or save that holiday bonus. Marriage councilors report as much as half of marital breakdowns are caused by deficient communication. Effective communicating happens when your true thoughts are known and are able to be expressed honestly, without provocation to degrade. To enter the union of marriage without bringing a healthy dose of self-respect is a recipe for disaster. A person with a strong sense of self wont allow abuse, harmful behaviors, or damaging decisions. Two people with solid self-esteem will work in concert to become better people, both in and out of the relationship. If self-respect is lacking, the relationship can quickly become a life of repression and regret. A successful blending will allow each person to feel cherished and valued. We are all imperfect with our baggage and unrealistic expectations. The union of two people is the merger of two imperfect beings aiming to better themselves with the help of a willing partner. Marriage is not meant to be easy; it is the ultimate pledge of commit-
He likes country music; she likes alternative rock. Hes a gamer; shes a reader. She loves dogs; he hates anything that sheds. Opposites attract.
Should people contemplating wedlock who share few common interests take the plunge? Are they destined to fight, bicker, and disagree which radio station they should listen to, who should take out the trash and when the house should be cleaned? Can a marriage with different views and opinions be successful? Can a marriage with Democratic strategist James Carville and Republican consultant Mary Matlin may disagree politically, but they have found common ground in marriage. The eccentric lead singer of The Cars, Ric Ocasek, and supermodel, Paulina Porizkova, are another example of opposites not only attracting, but flourishing with years of marriage and family.
different views and opinions be successful?
Prince Charming lives only in storybooks. Mr. Perfect is alive and well in our fantasy worlds and imaginative minds alone. If you are fortunate enough to have fallen deeply, passionately in love, honor that commitment and realize that differences can bring a couple together and strengthen the bond between them. Would you honestly want to live with and marry yourself? As a friend of mine said The grass isnt always greener on the other side, sometimes its artificial turf. Lets set the scene: take two people; place them under one roof with common goals: be happy, get along, compromise, negotiate, respect one another, grow together and dont lose your identity in the process. Mature yourself, expand your thoughts, encounter new experiences, meet new people, learn new skills, and by the way, remember your partner. Impossible task? Cant be done? Happily married is not an oxymoron; sustaining a satisfying, healthy relationship is attainable - even with an odd pairing. Couples that have sustained the challenges and triumphs of a marriage will advise focal issues such as children, careers, finances, and religion need to be agreed upon (or at the very least heavily discussed) before the walk down the aisle. Real world issues rear their ugly heads after the gift cards have been redeemed. How you and your new partner work through these issues will determine how more critical situations will be handled. You both will quickly learn to choose your battles and harping on how the shower door was left open again will take a back seat to more urgent, important concerns. Life throws all sorts of curve balls and it is at these times of crisis we realize
Marriage is not meant to be easy; it is the ultimate pledge of commitment and a work in progress.
ment and a work in progress. A marriage of success can be defined as a union of continual learning, happiness, safety, and respect. Honor your promises everyday; learn the advantages of give and take and the art of nurturing. Make a date to attend the car show in the afternoon and see the latest chick flick in the evening. Opposites really do attract. By recognizing and respecting each others differences, your marriage will thrive because of the unyielding level of commitment youve vowed to one another.
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Underrated Undergarments
One of the most important accessories is never seen, your undergarments.
Women have figure flaws. Even seemingly flawless swimsuit models have admitted insecurities about aspects of their bodies. With appropriate undergarments, they can be corrected. Improved fabric technologies smooth your silhouette without the use of traditional girdles; however, a laced corset can dramatically change the shape of your torso, if you prefer an hourglass shape. Gentle banding in a spandex torsolette often achieves the same look. They dont have to be uncomfortable to be effective. Spandex or nylon in a breathable micro fiber or cotton blend is quite wearable. The cotton wicks away moisture while the nylon and spandex maintain your desired silhouette. Many of us have curves that are disproportional. The proper fit makes even the most unbalanced figure manageable. Dont be shy; consult the professionals. Correct measurements taken by a professional will alleviate any fit issues. Silicone, water and foam inserts can be used to enhance areas about which you feel insecure. A professional can recommend the products that are best for your body issues. From the spandex slip with limited control to the under-wire, full-length, body briefer, there is an appropriate undergarment for your gown. The fabric and style of your dress dictates your undergarment needs. Lightweight fabrics and slimming fits often require more control to eliminate unsightly bulges. Figure insecurities can make even the most perfect woman anxious. Eliminate those worries, preserve a seamless silhouette, and feel flawless. - Dawn Karnes
You cant plan it overnight, but you can start early and set the stage for a perfect wedding. Making the big choices soon lets all the rest come together.
AGREE on a time, date and place. Do you need to avoid times of heavy workloads when you or he are busiest? Is a Holiday a good time to gather your families, or the worst time because everyone is somewhere else? Get a calendar and scope out the options. IDENTIFY what your style is. If youre not sure already, youll need to research and choose and reject what you like (and what you dont!) Will you be formal, or informal? Watch out, the suggestions can come pouring in from friends and family, so dont be swayed from knowing your own style. ORGANIZE yourself that doesnt mean using a spreadsheet to track every detail (unless youre good at that approach); but it might mean tearing pages out of magazines, clipping newspaper articles, and printing out web sites. Keep it together using an inexpensive accordion folder from an office supply store, or get a three-ring binder. You wont have to remember information in your head if you can keep it handy on paper or your personal computer. MONEY can be a hard issue to conquer when youre holding an event that can include two families that under any other circumstance would never talk to each other about such a private topic. Discover what you and your intended agree about when it comes to who should be paying for what, and go from there. Figure out what the boundaries are, and what can (and cannot) be asked. You dont have to be fearless, just tactful. VENDORS are everywhere, but there is good, better and best. Use magazines like Vermont Bride to investigate the work of photographers, to get phone numbers and web site addresses for professional vendors who offer the services youre going to need. Start asking questions and start asking for quotes. Once you have a good vendor lined up that you like, theyll know other service providers that can do the other things you need. Network, make calls, and get the answers to the questions you have. DONT GO CRAZY, ask for help where you need it, involve your friends and family. You can do it! Teej Weems
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the Legal Details for a Vermont Wedding
Vermont Marriage Law is a remarkably relaxed affair. There is no waiting period or blood test required to receive a marriage license. If youre a Vermont resident, simply visit your town clerk and for a minimal fee of $45.00, you can legally be married that same day! You can also purchase a license 60 days prior to the ceremony; however, the license becomes void after 60 days and will need to be reissued.
Other legal requirements include providing your: Legal town of residence Place and date of birth Parents names, (including mothers maiden name), and the states where they were born Information regarding your race, highest degree of education completed, number of times previously married, and how previous marriages ended. Proof for information related to the above: birth certificates and/or divorce decrees. A judge, Supreme Court justice, assistant judge, justice of the peace, or any licensed or ordained minister residing in Vermont and recognized by the state can perform the marriage ceremony. More info online at vermontbridemagazine.com
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Hauyin (Leung) & Doug Kellogg

Our Love Connection
There were two strangers from worlds apart: A Chinese girl and a Jersey boy. Little did they know, they were meant for each other. The Chinese girl is me: let me tell you our story. My name is Hau Yin; I am a city girl. I am originally from Hong Kong but moved to Vegas for my college career. In 2006, I decided that a change of pace would be welcome in my life. I moved to quaint New England, a territory I barely new existed 2 years prior. In Stowe I have met Doug: the love of my life.
Ceremony & Reception Site:
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Cambridge, VT | 802-598-5509 www.boydenfarm.com accommodations:
Well to be honest it wasnt exactly love at first sight, rather it was chores at first sight. Doug and I were housemates! I had a busy traveling job and would only see Doug between trips at which time we would do chores together. After a year of non- stop traveling I have decided to settle in Vermont. My first Vermont winter was 2007. Doug was the best tour guide one could dream of. He showed me how charming and exciting Vermont was. together. We experienced all winter sports and activities: from snowshoeing to skiing to snowboarding and lets not and forget riding about hiking motorcycles.
The golden eagle Resort

Stowe, VT | 802-253-4811 www.goldeneagleresort.com DJ:
Peak DJ entertainment
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Love Story: Hauyin (Leung) and Doug kellogg

introduced me to the knish, and I made him delicious Asian fish balls. Our being together has taught us a lot about love and acceptance. Most importantly, we learned that we are going to spend the rest of our lives together to explore each others cultures as well as the rest of the world. That, is pretty amazing OUR ENGAGEMENT It was a perfect early foliage day in October 2008 at East End Beach, Portland, Maine. I picked out this picturesque part green, part orange maple was blossoming into something more. Together we saw an adventurous future with a special connection. The rest is history. Doug and I flew to Honk Kong to meet my parents. There, he asked them for my hand in marriage. The best part? He did it in Cantonese. Doug grew up Jewish and I grew up Chinese. We both came from big, loud and warm families. He introduced me to my first Chanukah and we celebrated his first Christmas together. He tree to start our dog walk. The backdrop was the calm ocean looking over Casco Bay; a few picture perfect sailboats were sweeping the horizon. Apparently it was Dougs initial plan to propose in front of a lighthouse but nerves set in so he had to improvise at the park. Thirty minutes later, dogs and human were still flooding the beach there were myriads of poodles, golden retrievers, weimaraners, and shepherds. It even seemed like Pinnacle (our dog) was a bit nervous at what was going to happen next. After a long walk, we finally made our way back to
the beautiful maple tree where he asked me how much I loved him and if I wanted to spend the rest of my life by his side. All I could hear was How much? To which I replied a thousand dollars. I had just made that moment so embarrassingly unromantic! Deep down, Doug did not expect anything less than an unusual response from me. Of course after he laughed it off he asked me again and I said YES.
OUR WEDDING VENUE Vermont is the place we met, the place we grew together as a couple. We have picked The Barn at Boyden Farm simply because it represented us fittingly. The barn is romantic, rustic, warm and welcoming the true essence of Vermont. It is not another cookie cutter wedding venue; it is rather the result of
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Wedding cake: Moist marzipan flavored tiramisu cakes shaped as a Chinese take-out box and bamboo steamers. Simply unique and tasty.
a family and staff that love and believe in what they do. We were sold when we saw the background of our ceremony site: the silhouette of the green mountains. OUR WEDDING ROLES Throughout our planning, Doug was the logistic planner and I was the art director. This meant that he was to chop wood to construct our Chuppah (wedding canopy) while I got to dress it up and make it pretty. Our being together says a lot about how two cultures can coexist in harmony; we have chosen to express it in ways of ceremonial traditions and decorations. Wedding favorite moments and things Instead of a traditional Chinese tea ceremony, we did a photo shoot around Stowe with me dressed in the traditional red Chinese wedding dress and Doug in his Black tuxedo. Locations? Our favorite spots in Stowe: The Stowe Covered Bridge, Emilys Covered Bridge, Smugglers Notch and the Golden Eagle Resort. The results are colorfully and culturally intrigued photographs. The ceremony: we stood under a Chuppah and our union was concluded by the signing of the Ketubah (wedding contract) and the breaking of the glass. Singing vow: I wrote my vow the morning of our wedding day and I sang in it! The song was Love Is All Around while I danced around my then fianc. Handmade Chuppah by us: A giant Chinese character of Double Happiness was painted on the platform to represent the two cultures that exist in harmony. The walk down the aisle: We were fortunate to have both of our parents walk us down the aisle, while being serenaded by our friend in the acoustic rendition of the song by Jason Mraz, Im Yours. Vermont Barn with a Chinese flavor: Chinese paper parasols and lanterns were hung to create a festive dance floor. The Ying-Yang legends, dragon and phoenix, were hung to represent the togetherness of the two passionate legends. We have also made our own seating charts and table signs, which were predicated by 12 Chinese zodiac animals.
Bold fares: while our guests enjoyed Vermonts artisan cheese, Ika Sansai (Japanese calamari salad) and some 300 of my homemade spring rolls during the cocktail hour, they also indulged on the Boyden beef and local produces during the reception.
ADVICES TO THE BRIDES AND GROOMS Think Big Picture: Planning a wedding is one heck of a project for an event of a lifetime, but planning to spend the rest of your life with another person is what marriage is all about. This should be your number one focus. You will not know what is ahead of your lives together. The fact that you are going to be husband and wife is far more important then whether your guests prefer chicken to salmon. Think outside the box: Plan your wedding as you are telling your love story. There is no need to splurge on decorative suppliers when you can make things on your own. Make your own program, seating charts, centerpieces, etc. If you are crafty, make your own hairpieces like I did. These are the memorable details that you and your guests will talk about for months! Play fair and relax: Wedding planning should be a fun process for the both of you. Your fianc should be into the planning process as much as you are. There are times when picking out the wine could turn into an argument. Take a breath. Make a decision, any decision, and move on to the next task and dont think twice about it! Dont let yourselves get too hung up on one tiny detail of the wedding. After all, I picked my wedding dress on the first try! Accept help when needed: If your family or in-laws offer to help plan your wedding, take the offer. Take this opportunity to learn about your families and let them learn about you. Learn that you cannot control every aspect of the wedding. Remember, a control freak is the perfect breeding ground for a bridezilla or groomzilla! Thank your guests: It is not about sending a thank you note telling them you how much you enjoy the new rice cooker. It is about sending them a truthful Thank You and telling them why they made your day so special. Remember, what goes to the heart comes from the heart.
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MATTS
P.O.V.
By Matt Duffy
Matt Duffy, a native Vermonter, spent several years living in Colorado. It was during that time, thanks to the Internet, that Lisa (living in VT) found him after nearly 20 years. They attended the same middle and high school, and passed each other in the halls thousands of times. Matt has recently moved back to Vermont to be with Lisa and take their relationship to the next level. What were the odds that they would connect after so many years and living thousands of miles apart? Today Matt and Lisa are just a few miles, rather than thousands of miles apart from one another. Vermont Bride Magazine is following their relationship through Matts eyes.
Im looking out the window at the silhouette of a dark tree out of focus in the foreground of the steely cold lake. The shoreline contours and folds at natural angles with a peninsula jutting out into the middle. Far behind everything is a wall of snow-capped mountains. There is a great distance between the lake and those mountains. Today, just before sunrise, amid all these muted colors there is a plume of steam rising from the lake behind the peninsula. Its illuminated brilliantly pink and grasping at the white of those snowcapped peaks - making the whole view look surreal and two dimensional. Its beautiful. It reminds me of a view of the same phenomena I once saw of a curtain of a cloud reaching up from Sterling Pond and caressing Mt Mansfield. That has me on a virtual hike around that pond with all those views - every distance seems close like you can reach out and touch the other side. Opposing mountains that you can connect with your thumb and index finger. Vibrant green dimmed sully and dark just after sunset, just before sunrise with a lone jet trail left all puffy in the sky. Circles spreading out from rising fish in the pond. Been there many times yet every time it is a little different. Ive been to a lot of picturesque places yet that remains one of the most beautiful places I have ever seen. It has an intangible quality that all these western vistas seem to lack. There are all these stunning movie scenes of endless ridgelines tearing at the sky. Ive seen sunrises and sets from atop them and they are breath taking. There are places from where you can see hundreds and hundreds of miles. Everything is exposed and should be seen by all and for the same reason makes me appreciate home. What Ive yet to, and never will find here is that feeling of peace in the closed in serenity of a place like Sterling Pond. Like many places in the surroundings of where I was born, it has a level of intimacy that cannot be touched by the grandeur of the west. I used to go for hikes behind my parents house. Quite frequently. Sometimes with others but mostly alone I would explore and purposely leave the trails just to see what else there was. I got lost and found my way so many times after so many hours of thwacking through thick brush, scratched all over by the prickers of dense blackberry bushes, at times ankle deep in mud that would pull my shoes off... Up and down steep gul-
lies with streams that Id follow to their ends in beaver ponds that interrupted the dense vegetation with wide open space... Taking breaks, sitting and watching squirrels interact. The occasional deer bounding around and through all the obstacles so gracefully and so fast that I couldnt see the path they took before or after - only while they were taking it. Always startled by the wing beats of partridges no matter how often I heard them - and it was often. That occasional spot atop a rise with an opening where I got a view of the Adirondacks across Lake Champlain... which is the contrast to Colorado. Views like that extend in every direction almost every step you take from everywhere. Its rare at best to find a brief place with enough trees to block your view. There are no fern gullies where
Winter can romp unseen only leaving evidence of her activity by the path of shaking leaves. There arent many leaves here at all. Occasional Aspen groves with their silver dollar sized leaves are it. Thats all. They turn various shades of yellow and then fall. There is no variety of color like we have Lisa. And yes, I mean that in the literal sense of our surroundings and figuratively what you and I have together, between us. It is indeed a full spectrum. I dont know what my point is, and maybe I dont have one. Just like there isnt always a goal or destination when you go on a hike.
Or when you fall in love.

Sometimes its all about the journey and just seeing where it goes. Whats next for Matt and Lisa? Find out in the fall issue of Vermont Bride Magazine! If you missed the previous Matts P.O.V., it can be read online or via download at vermontbridemagazine.com
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FLOWeRS
Pink Grace, Sweet thoughts, Admiration Orange Desire, Enthusiasm, Fascination Red Sincere Love, Passion
Spotlight on
By Karen Sturtevant
Green - Calm Lavender/Purple Majesty, Love at First Sight, Enchantment
Wedding Flowers: Rose

Botanical Name: Rosa (RO-za)
Common Names: Standard Rose, Tea Rose, Spray Rose, Sweetheart Rose, Garden Rose. Colors: White, Yellow, Earth Tones, Pink, Peach, Orange, Red, Green, Lavender, Purple, Bi-colored, Tinted.
Long Life
After harvesting the Roses the grower will hydrate and pack them using absorbent paper, a plastic sleeve with name of the farm and variety, and square pack cardboard protector. Upon receipt, the florist will re-cut the stems and allow the Roses to hydrate. The Roses will then be added to water with the recommended dose of floral preservative and stored in the florists cooler at a humidly level of 95 percent and temperature range of 35-37F.
Name Game
The Rose is a perennial flowering shrub or vine of the genus Rosa, within the family Rosaceae.
Availability
Roses are one of the most widely recognized flowers and are available in hundreds of varieties year round. Roses from California, South America and Africa are shipped throughout the world. Florists purchase in bunches of 25.
Uses
Bouquets, boutonnires, corsages, hair accents, cake decorations.
Description
The most popular florist Roses are Standard, Spray and Garden. Standard Roses are available in most every color with stem lengths of 40 90 cm. Vase life, bloom size, petal count, and aperture vary with each variety. Circus, and Feria, are bi-color Roses of bright yellow with red edges. Allure is a beautiful silver lavender white; Sterling 95 is a soft pastel lavender. Vivid, strong yellow Roses can be found with Skyline and Viva. A few varieties of pure white Roses are Iceberg, Blizzard, and Polar Star. Pretty pinks can be found with Anna, and Aerobic. Some varieties have a strong fragrance while others are fragrance free. Spray Roses are smaller flowers than Standard Roses with 2 3 blooms with multiple flowers branching from stems. They are perfect for ring bearer boutonnires, wrist corsages and accents on combs/pins. Garden Roses typically have a higher petal count than Standard Roses and tend to be extremely fragrant. Available in lengths of 40 60 cm, this Rose opens quickly and has a shorter vase life than Standard Roses.
Meanings
White Spiritual Love & Purity Yellow Friendship, Joy
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Your Wedding Your Way
Blending Beauty, Spontaneity &Tradition for 20 years...
Photography
Listening to Learn, Learning to Listen

by Michael Caldwell, Partnership Center of Vermont
eteran wedding coaches saw two kinds of engaged couples. One kind had stars in their eyes. The other kind did not.
Help us understand that, said his fiance. The coach smiled. I dont have to help you guys. Youve just demonstrated that youve got it! But be alert. Be curious with each other in the same way, even when hearing each other hurts. Thats when real love kicks in Sounds like hard work. Its the hardest work youll ever do harder than any physical labor because it takes real emotional resilience, and were not used to that, especially men, but a lot of women too. But love means giving up is not an option. Yeah, unlike the popular notion from the old film Love Story that love means never having to say youre sorry. Love always says sorry, I must not understand. The good thing is, when we get to the other side of one of these discussions we see stars in each others eyes. Making up means making love! Thats love. Thats what makes it last. Its not that well never disagree. Its when we disagree, we do it with respect, understanding, and patience. Love is patient. Love is kind. Love is not envious or boastful or rude. It does not insist on its own way. It is not irritable or resentful. It does not rejoice in wrongdoing, but rejoices in the truth. Love bears all things, believes all things, hopes all things, endures all things. Love never ends I Corinthians 13.4-8a
Couples with stars in their eyes got either quiet or defensive when the coach asked how they handled conflict. We dont fight. Couples without stars in their eyes got curious when the coach asked about their conflict management style. Sometimes we dont hear each other very well. At that point in the premarital preparation, the coach tells a story from Anthony DeMello, a Roman Catholic monk from India who wrote volumes about contemplation that leads to loving well.
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A man whose marriage hit a rough pat ch went to a sage in his hermitage. For one month, just listen to what your spouse is saying, said the sage. The man did that for a month and then went back to the sage, reporting that they were still having a hard time. Okay, now go back and listen for a month to what your spouse is not saying DeMello suggests that preparing for the crucible of loving well that marriage implies requires a period of listening to learn and learning to listen. In his experience, most people didnt listen well. They werent taught. It was one of the causes of the contemporary epidemic of divorce. People get easily distracted. They werent committed enough to being curious enough about where their partners opinion originated. And it seemed to be crosscultural. In other words, not many communities or families seriously taught listening skills to their children. Do I hear you saying that you experience couples listening poorly to each other? the aspiring groom asked, as he winked at his fianc. Not only that, said the coach, they dont hear whats not being said either.
Rev. Dr. Michael Caldwell (whose parishioners call Rev Michael) runs the Partnership Center of Vermont (www.coachingcenterofvt.com) from his home in North Wolcott, VT. Along with his ministry in he New coaches Englands couples
Congregational
tradition,
preparing for marriage, and officiates ceremonies all over Vermont, indoors or outside.
Contact Michael for a free consultation at 802-888-5811 michael.caldwell.75@alum.dartmouth.org Website: www.coachingcenterofvt.com Quick Wedding Tip from Vermont Bride Magazine: Ring bearer pillows come in more than white. Coordinate with your wedding colors and add a silken cord, taffeta, satin bow or tassels.
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no Headache Wedding Planners Checklist

12 MONTHS PRIOR TO WEDDING 1. Book ceremony and reception locations (often it is wiser to contact these sites before you choose date) 2. If you have preferred vendors they should be booked early to guarantee availability (florist, cake makers, photographers, DJ, limousine services, musicians, hairdresser) 3. Create guest list and decide on budget. 4. Decide on wedding party. 5. Shop for bridal gown and dresses 9 MONTHS PRIOR TO WEDDING 1. Purchase brides gown and order bridesmaids dresses 2. Attend bridal shows to choose and book any vendors that you have not already booked. 3. Send out save the date invitations to family members and guests. 4. Make appointments to meet with vendors. 5. Plan honeymoon. 6. Register with favorite shops. 6 MONTHS PRIOR TO WEDDING 1. Buy shoes to match dresses when they come in. 2. Order wedding invitations and when they come in address them (also order thank you cards) 3. Book accommodations for out-of-town guests. 4.Book honeymoon. 3 MONTHS PRIOR TO WEDDING 1. Any creative do-it-yourself projects should be completed and stored in a safe place (favors, centerpieces, pew bows, welcome baskets, homemade invitations) 2. Send out wedding invitations. 3. All dress alterations should be completed and dresses picked up. 4. Pick up wedding bands and make sure they fit. 5. Purchase marriage-license. 6. Contact vendors and officiates to go over details. 1 MONTH PRIOR 1. Contact guests who have not returned RSVP and ask if they will attend (this can be a real money saver). 2. Do a hair and makeup run-through (with headpiece) 3. Make list of when final payments are do (paying ahead will reduce wedding day headaches). 4. Go dress shopping with mothers if they havent purchased a dress by now. 1 WEEK PRIOR 1. Create time schedule sheet for rehearsal and wedding day, and give it to vendors, parents, attendants and anyone else who is actively involved in the wedding. This should include addresses, maps and phone numbers for locations. 2. Give Readers copies of the scripture or creative piece they will be reading at your ceremony. 3. Go over final guest counts with vendors (caterer, florist, cake makers). 4. Pick up tuxes, check to make sure they and the shoes fit. 5. Pack for honeymoon!
How to Make it Work

Without the Headaches
Whether you are a last minute bride or have allowed yourself a year or more to plan your wedding, there are two keys to eliminating the headaches-organization and simplicity. Keeping organized with a few easy tips
By Pat Esden
The first key is to keep your numbers down

... Assigning duties to family and friends can eliminate headaches, but make sure to keep a list of who is doing what and when
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The storage box is where you will put everything that you cant fit in your binder. If there isnt enough room in the box, you can designate a specific closet space for larger items. Being this organized may seems a bit over-the-top for the first few months of wedding planning, but you will be grateful to have everything in one place as the days pass and the dribble of necessary items Organization should begin the moment you get en- rises to mountainous heights. Catalogues, rolls gaged. The easiest way to do it is with the help of of ribbon and tulle, invitations, thank you cards. a binder and a large storage box. favors, candles, votives, flower girl baskets, cake topper, attendant gifts, guestbook, garter, CDs . . . There are binders all should go in your storage box. specifically made for this purpose, but any The simpler a wedding is, the less ring binder will work. chance there is that things will Also purchase a dozen go wrongand thus fewer pocket folders to put in headaches. the binder. The first item The first key is to keep your in your binder should numbers down. The fewer be a checklist of what attendants you have the fewer needs to be done and by people will have to agree on what date (a checklist dress style and color, the that you can clip out and less likely it is that a small use has been included disagreement will turn into at the end of this article). an ongoing argument. It Besides the checklist, youll also simplifies details, like want to include a calendar getting hair appointments for appointments and for the wedding day, finding times reminders. Divide the rest when everyone can get together to go dress of the binder into sections with a pocket folder for each vender or shoe shopping, choosing coordinating gifts for you will be using. Put anything the vendors give all the attendants, organizing who will sit where you into these labeled sections: price li sts, at the head table . . . Having very few attendants contact information, brochures, contracts, color is one of the best ways to cut back on wedding swatches I also suggest you add blank pages, stress. so you can jot down questions specific to each vendors when they occur to you--this will make Cutting back on the guest list will expand the numremember what you want to ask easier when you ber of reception locations you can choose from meet or contact the vendor . You can keep track while reducing the need for hotel rooms. It will of some of this information on a computer, but lower the number of invitation and favors youll I still suggest you also keep a hard copy in the need, and thus make these parts of the wedding binder. Imagine the wedding headache a crashed less time-consuming and less expensive. With fewer guests you will be able to make your budget computer could cause! stretch furthera huge headache reducer. Another hint is that when you get fabric swatches or are copying off pictures of cakes or centerpieces, One of the easiest ways to stop be sure you have a copy for every vendor you are stress before it happens is to using--extras wont hurt, but too few can cause choose ceremony and reception extra work. Put these swatches and copies in the locations that are by nature folders kept in the binder. You may be surprised trouble free. by some of the vendors who could benefit from a swatch, like a DJ who wants to coordinate with your wedding.
An indoor wedding can often be less problematic than an outdoor wedding. Having the ceremony and reception locations close to one another and close to where you will be getting dressed avoids delays and hassles, like late limousines, bad road conditions and flat tires. Some ceremony and reception sites have their own wedding coordinators. The coordinators job is to shoulder organization, and to eliminate and prevent problems without you even knowing they have arisen. Assigning duties to family and friends can eliminate headaches, but make sure to keep a list of who is doing what and whenand give your volunteers a list of times and what you expect of them. Volunteer help can be wonderful, but it can be a disaster if the person you assign is not reliable or unsure of what you expect. Wedding colors are another place you can simplify. Black and white are by far the easiest colors to work with. Other colors come and go out of fashion. The caterers deep pink napkins that matched every wedding last year, may clash with this years shade of pink. Dresses, ties, vests, shoes, napkins, table clothes, cakes, ribbons, flowers and many more items will need to be coordinated. Black and white will never change and will never be mistaken for something else by any of your wedding vendors. Being organized and keeping your wedding simple will make planning fun and give you time to relax and enjoy this very special time with your friends and family.
Pat Esden: Pat has worked in the wedding industry for over twenty-five years. as a master floral designer and owner of Esden Florist in Fairfield, Vermont, she sees the yearly changes in wedding styles and is familiar with the time-honored traditions and in tune with the new conventions.
QUICK TIP: Your Invitations

The most important thing you must do before putting your invitations into the mail is check them carefully. A fatal mistake is to approve invitations that contain incorrect information, and are now traveling through the mail system on their way to confuse and mislead your guests! But besides this obvious item, remember that your invitations are the tone and the style of your wedding all wrapped up into a few sheets of paper. The colors you want, the textures you want (paper comes in many, many formats and produce different feelings when you touch them) all these aspects convey your identity as a couple, and the theme and unique quality of your wedding arrangements. Most wedding planners have contacts with custom wedding invitation desgners, if that is your desire, or with traditional printing establishments that have hundreds of existing styles to use. But either way, what you want is for your future guests to receive the envelope, and when they open it and look at it they will be able to say, Thats them!
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Quick Quips & Helpful Tips

Maid of honor and bridesmaids gift ideas: jewelry, music/jewelry boxes, pewter or silver picture frame, business card holder or monogrammed compact; silk scarf, decorative vases with gift card to your florist, corkscrew/bottle stopper with bottle of wine. Consider wedding planning software. Having a unity candle? Monogram it.
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How We Met
I knew that I wanted to marry Kevin the moment that I saw him. I didnt feel lightheaded or like I had been hit by lightening. I felt a comfortable sense of calm when I saw Kevin. It was as if the thing that I had been waiting for was finally here. I just knew and I felt safe and quiet and happy. Kevin says that he knew I was his future bride when I stood in line for hours at an autograph signing and never complained. The summer we met I was working at a local restaurant in downtown Rutland. Kevins best friend, Jeff Cassarino, was one of the bartenders. Kevin and Jeff and been friends since childhood and were coaching high school football together. Kevin would frequently come in on nights when Jeff was working. He always sat at the end of the bar, quietly chatting with folks he knew. Eventually Jeff helped us to start talking. I was excited to have finally met such a kind and handsome man, but when Jeff and Kevin went on vacation, my employment at the restaurant ended. A few weeks later I was walking my dog and Kevin happened to pull up to me. I was shocked and thrilled to finally see him again. Kevin gave me his number and I tried to play it cool by waiting a day or two before calling him. After that the rest is history.
Elizabeth (Tobin) & Kevin Eddy

July 19th, 2009 at the
The Proposal
Kevin proposed on December 18th, 2007. At the time, I was living with my parents in Rutland and Kevin was living in an apartment in Proctor, only seconds away from his sister, her husband and their children Nathan (then 2) and Catherine (then 4). Kevin called that evening and I was exhausted. Only 4 hours earlier I had finished my nursing final exam for the semester. I was stressed, anxious and very, very tired. My younger sister was expected to arrive home from college in a few hours and I was looking forward to spending time with her and decorating the Christmas tree with my family. When Kevin called he insisted that I come to his sisters house. Catherine had a special Christmas present that she needed to give us immediately. I told him I wanted to stay home and relax and decorate the tree maybe I would see him tomorrow. I eventually called Kevin to tell him I was on my way and I few minutes later I arrived at Kellys house in Proctor. I sat on the couch and Kevin came around the corner. He was holding Catherine and she was dressed as an angel (for Halloween that year my mother-in-law made her a wonderful angel costume that came in quite useful). Kevin came towards me and said, Catherine has something she would
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echo Lake Inn

Caterer, Event Planner & Reception Site:
Echo Lake Inn

Tyson, VT | 802-228-8602 www.echolakeinn.com Photographer:
Ayer Photography
Colchester, VT | 802-338-9193 www.ayerphoto.com Ceremony Music: (Hilary Hatch & members of the)
Vermont Symphony Orchestra

Burlington, VT | 800-VSO-9293 (ext. 11) www.vso.org
Photographs by ayer Photography
Love Story: elizabeth (Tobin) & kevin eddy

We were able to combine some of our favorite things to make our reception personal and meaningful. I chose to have blue, pink and green as the color pallet, all of my favorite colors.
The proposal was special for so many reasons. Kevin had gone the traditional route and asked my father for his permission. Catherine was my special Christmas angel and helped Kevin to give me the best present ever. December 18th also marked a significant time for the Eddy family. Many years ago, Kevins father passed away in a tragic car accident. Kevin wanted to bring something special and positive to the day. Instead of remembering it as the day they lost someone so dear to them, they now could remember it as a day they gained another family member. I am so happy that so many people were involved in the proposal and am so proud of Kevin for being able to create a unique and memorable story for us to share.
like to ask you. He got down on one knee. I had no idea what was happening. He handed me a small wooden box. I still had no idea what was happening. Despite Kevin being on one knee and me holding a box perfectly designed to hold a wedding ring, I still had no idea what was happening. Finally, Kevin and Catherine said together, Will you be my Auntie? I still had no idea what was happening. Kevin told me to open the box and then I finally realized that this was it. Kevin was finally proposing. He had me convinced it was never going to happen. So before I could Yes! or I love you, I said, I hate you, you jerk, and a few other choice phases. I was laughing and crying and telling Kevin I hated him. And then in between my tears and laughs, I said yes. I can still hear Kelly squealing and prancing around in the background. I of course did not hate Kevin. He just had me believing he wasnt ready. For that moment to finally be happening was just unbelievable to me.
Special Details
Our wedding ceremony and reception were full of personal touches. It is one of the many reasons our guests had such a wonderful time and why our wedding was so memorable. The ceremony was performed in front of a wishing well at the Echo Lake Inn. At the end of our ceremony we tossed pennies into the well. Each penny was created in the year that we were born. The penny represented the hopes and dreams that we had for ourselves and the wish for a long and happy marriage together. We were able to combine some of our favorite things to make our reception personal and meaningful. I chose to have blue, pink and green as the color pallet, all of my favorite colors. I chose to incorporate the wedding colors into the cake, and as a special cake topper, we had Irene create a buck and a doe. Kevin enjoys hunting and it was a special way to bring his passion into the wedding. I also love animals and rather than provide cheap gifts for our guests, we decided to make our wedding favor more meaningful. In honor
of our guests, Kevin and I donated money and pet care items to the Addison Country Humane Society. It was a great way to give back to the community and do something special for our guests. Kevin loves collecting sports memorabilia and meeting famous athletes. We used sports teams as our table numbers. Our guests had to look at the team roster to discover which team they had been drafted to. In order to get us to kiss, our guests and to say the name of a player on their team. Our guests loved the idea and had a great time trying to get us to kiss. The most special and personal touch to our wedding was the slide show presentation. I collected pictures from our childhood, pictures of our friends, pictures of our family, and pictures of our parents as young people. The slide show was set to some of our favorite songs and was projected onto the ceiling of the tent. At the end we dedicated the presentation to Kevins father, Alan Eddy, who passed away unexpectedly. I remember looking around at my family, watching their faces as they saw the pictures, and seeing the wide similes on their faces and tears in their eyes. It was a very special moment.
Love Story: elizabeth (Tobin) & kevin eddy

We walked down the aisle together, arm in arm, towards a new chapter in my life. My dad read the Irish Wedding Blessing during our ceremony and near the end, he was choked with tears.
an Unexpected Thing
I never expected to see my daddy cry. He has always been such a strong and important figure in my life. My dad is kind, strong and loving. I always feel loved in his presence, but that day I felt like I was his world. My dad escorted my mother to seat, and when he returned to escort me, there were tears in the corners of his eyes. Seeing the emotion from him touched my heart. We walked down the aisle together, arm in arm, towards a new chapter in my life. My dad read the Irish Wedding Blessing during our ceremony and near the end, he was choked with tears. To see him so emotional made me realize how much he loved Kevin and me. It was a special moment that I will never forget.
advice for Other brides

As you prepare for your wedding day, surround yourself with people you can trust. This includes your vendors and your family. You need to know that when you cant pick up the invitations, you have someone that can handle the task. Look long and hard at vendors. Listen to other brides and pay attention to their recommendations. I was very lucky to have wonderful vendors and strong family support. Finally, as you prepare to walk down the aisle to your future husband, take a moment to stop. Look at your dad and tell him how much you love him. This is the last moment you have together before you are no longer his little girl. Relish the moment.
Favorite Things about Our Day

Our favorite part of the wedding was seeing everyone share our joy. The vendors helped to make the day so special. From the music to the food and the ambience, our guests enjoyed every minute of the experience. The day was full of smiles and tears of happiness. The evening was magical and everyone knew it.
Our favorite part of the wedding was seeing everyone share our joy. The vendors helped to make the day so special.
Our favorite part of the wedding was seeing everyone share our joy.
MUSIC Love Story: elizabeth (Tobin) & kevin eddy
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Ayer Photography
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Ceremony Music
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The echo Lake Inn

(Laurence Jeffery & Ruxana Oosman) 802-228-8602 | www.echolakeinn.com
Additional Wedding Professionals: Justice of the Peace:
George Hooker
Invitations/Menus/Placecards:
Lassod Moon
Floral Designer:
Selecting Music for Your
By Lisa Carlson
Park Place
Cake Designer:
Irenes Cakes By Design

Reception DJ:
Vince Allo of Phat Kat Productions

Wedding Gown:
Maggie Sottero (Fashion Corner Bridal)

bridesmaids, Flower Girl & Mother of the bride Dresses:
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of anticipation and excitement as a childs birthday wish coming true.
ou can perfectly envision the moment youll begin the walk down the aisle and into your new life: the perfect location, gorgeous dress, the flowers. Now even the flower girls have completed their walk down the aisle, the music stops, and your processional has begun.
If youre a tradition lover, your choices will be relatively easy. The vast majority of couples choose the Mendelssohn Wedding March for the recessional.
In my experience, the most popular choice for the brides processional is the Pachelbel Canon in D. The second most popular choice is the traditional Wagner Bridal Chorus (Here Comes the Bride). I have played some weddings where both are played: the Pachelbel Canon for the wedding party and the Bridal Chorus for the bride. Just about everyone wants music thats joyful and lively for the recessional, at the end of the ceremony, so thats an easy place to start considering additional possibilities. Here are a few alternatives to Mendelssohn you may wish to consider: La Rejouissance from The Fireworks Music by Handel continued on the next page
Its the moment youve dreamed of for so long, finally here. What music will usher you down the aisle to the love of your life? What will he be feeling when he hears the music? There are so many choices for todays couples. If youre feeling a little overwhelmed by all the choices, here are a few thoughts to help make the ambiance of your most special moment truly memorable, and truly personal. First, are you a person who likes tradition, or someone who likes to forge new ground? Does a wedding without Mendelssohns Wedding March at the end feel like a birthday without singing Happy Birthday or Hanukkah without latkes? I know some who cant stand the thought of the popular wedding music choices at their wedding. But for some they are as dear as Silent Night at Christmas time, as comforting as a welcome home hug, and as full
Alfred Angelo (Fashion Corner Bridal)

Hair & Make Up:
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Photograph by Orah Moore Photography
Trumpet Tune by Purcell Trumpet Voluntary by Clarke (also called the Prince of Denmarks March) Gigue from Suite #3 in D Major by J.S. bach allegro from Spring from The Four Seasons by Vivaldi Hornpipe from The Water Music by Handel
The brides processional is probably your most important musical choice.

The first question: would you like your processional to be of the fanfare variety (like the Wagner Bridal Chorus) or the flowing variety (more like the Pachelbel Canon)? Do you fantasize a regal and stately entrance following a trumpet style musical introduction? Or do you prefer the simple but elegant glide? Here are a few popular options for either the bride or the wedding party: For a regal, fanfare style processional: Trumpet Voluntary by Clarke Trumpet Tune by Purcell
Photograph by The Portrait Gallery
The list above works well for almost any instrument combination, and all are popular choices. Of course, some couples might choose a popular tune, a show tune, a hymn, or maybe a Celtic or Jazz piece you name it! Here are a few truly alternative examples Ive experienced: Do You Hear the People Sing from Les Miserables by Claude-Michel Schonberg Carolans Concerto by Turlough OCarolan Medley of: One Hand, One Heart from West Side Story by Leonard bernstein, and This is My beloved by Robert Wright and George Forrest, Someone Wholl Watch Over Me by George Gershwin, and all I ask of You by andrew Lloyd Weber. Hallelujah Chorus from The Messiah by Handel Everyone by Van Morrison a medley of traditional Scottish tunes played by the brides grandfather on bagpipes Get Happy by Judy Garland
For a more flowing processional: air from Water Music by Handel Jesu, Joy of Mans Desiring by J.S. bach Sheep May Safely Graze by J.S. bach Theme from Ode to Joy by beethoven
Below are a few possibilities that Ive experienced that are more uncommon: Carol of the bells Leezie Lindsay traditional Scottish folk song Meditation from Thais by Jules Massenet If We Hold On Together from Land before Time
There are too many possibilities to list here, but you get the idea! Your musicians may have additional ideas and will be able to advise you on whether a particular choice works well for a particular instrument combination, so do be sure to talk with them, particularly if considering an unusual option.
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all I ask of You by andrew Lloyd Weber Sinfonia from Cantata 156 by J.S. bach
For music during the ceremony - for candle lighting, communion, or a reflective moment - you may already have a choice in mind that really speaks to you both as a couple. Or you may wish to ask a religious leader or your musicians for specific additional recommendations. Below are a few pieces Ive found to be popular for such a moment: Simple Gifts amazing Grace On Eagles Wings by Michael Joncas The Rose by amanda Mcbroom Virtually any hymn that fits the mood
Consider whether theres a special piece of music a tune, a song, a classical piece that resonates with you and/ or your partner, or that has special meaning for a family member or friend. If so, work with your musicians and your officiant to include that music in some way in your ceremony. a special tune on your wedding day may put a hum on your lips and in your heart, and in the hearts of friends and family, for many years to come! ask advice from the musicians youll be working with. They may be able to easily guide you toward music youll love that works well for their particular combination of instruments. also, if a selection you love isnt workable for a particular instrumental combination, they may be able to steer you toward another selection thats similar. be aware that the music establishes the background feelings that will color your ceremony and your memories. Select music that resonates for you in the way youll want to remember forever.
And a few others that Ive experienced: Fannie Power traditional Celtic tune Sarabande from Partita for Solo Flute by J.S. bach Sicilienne from Sonata in E flat for Flute and Piano by J.S. bach
Its my view that the most important elements of planning music for a wedding are:
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Lisa Carlson is based in Central Vermont and freelances as a flutist throughout Vermont, as soloist or in duos, trios, or a quartet with a variety of instrumental combinations. She maintains a web site at www.lisaflute.com as well as a wedding music blog at www.lisaflute.com/weddingblog.
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oure staring ahead at your most photographed day of the yearyour wedding day. The photo framed, scrapbooked and photo-albumed from this milestone will follow you into the days and decades ahead, making you smile for years to come assuming you picked a hairstyle that suits you and your wedding style perfectly.
How can you be so sure? Just like planning a wedding can take a year, so can planning for the perfect hair day. It may sound overwhelming, but it doesnt have to be if you take one step at a time and do your research properly.
Naturally, a girls hair is nothing but forlorn loser-locks without the helping hands of a distinguished stylist. Do you have a stylist with whom you would entrust the challenge of designing the best hairdo for your wedding? If not, now is the time to start looking. Ask friends and associates, stop the girl with the greatest hair in the mall and get her referral, or check out the list of salons, stylists and beauty consultants at www.vermontbridemagazine.com. Book an appointment Do you have a stylist with and start to build your relationship. Once youve grown comfortable with a stylist, schedule a wedding-do consult. Bring photos youve clipped from wedding magazines or printed off the dozens of Internet sites boasting hairstyles galore. Bring them to your stylist and ask for input. Perhaps shell have a portfolio of photos that show off her experience and best dos for the bride-to-be to give you even more ideas. As with any brainstorming session, the more the merrier.
whom you would entrust the challenge of designing the best hairdo for your wedding? If not, now is the time to start looking.
Now comes the time to narrow down the scope of favorite styles. Choose several that really pique your interest and let your stylist trim, twirl, swirl, iron and/or curl your coif into each of them, making sure to snap photos the final product onto your digital camera. Print out the results and pass them to your bridal party BFFs for suggestions and a final vote (making sure your own vote carries the most weight, of course!).
With short hair comes a shorter list of potential hairstyles that will work. If you adore your short do, no worry, youre on your way. If you dont love your hair, start now to grow it out so you can try on prettier
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Hair Jewelry and accessories

It comes in all shapes, sizes and designs. It could be art deco, beaded, gemmed, glittery, jeweled, painted, pearled, studded, vintage or zany. What is it? Its hair jewelry and its the newest fad for brides-to-be and their coterie. Just about every bride imagines herself in a veil on her wedding day, but todays fashion-minded trendsetters must think beyond the veilway beyond the veil, in fact. It doesnt mean you have to ditch the veil completely, just think imaginatively and creatively how your overall hair design could sparkle beyond compare with some of the great hair jewelry options available for the modern bride. Take a look at the hair options listed below and you may rethink your veil altogether, or you can choose to wear a fabulous accessory that complements the veil of your dreams.
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it along with each hair design youre considering.) Dont overlook hairstyles for your bridesmaids! (They might want to get in the game along with you and sport an up do or spiral curls to make a glam party statement.) Dont color your hair without assuring the shade will complement your dress and the color theme of your wedding! (Your perfectly matched black and white theme might look perfectly mismatched if your hair is flaming red.) Dont be shortsighted and miss out on the myriad of hair jewelry and accessories than can add that element of surprise, mystery, romance, charm or fab to the finished look! (Take a cruise through the suggestions below before arriving at your conclusions. And dont forget to shop for accoutrements for those great BFF bridesmaids whove steered you this far through life!)
Vermont Bride Magazine is proud to recommend the following Featured Wedding Professionals for all your Hair Care needs:
Hair Loft Design Center

Salon and Spa 802-524-2146 | 387 Lake St., Saint Albans, VT nickyheald@hotmail.com See our ad vermontbridemagazine.com Our purpose and philosophy are to bring you, our guest, an array of beauty services from head to toe... for Your Mind, Body and Soul.
Moon Studio Day Spa

802-985-9949 | 4070 Shelburne Rd, Shelburne, VT moonstudio@myfairpoint.net | moonstudiodayspa.com At Moon Studio Day Spa, our mission is to create a sanctuary for healing, wellness and beauty for women and men.
Contributing writer Drew Whitney chose a simple longhaired, curled look for her wedding hairstyle, which she topped of with a headband of flowers and a flowing veil.
Total Body Salon

802-253-9969 | 394 Mountain Rd, Stowe, VT totalbodysalon@yahoo.com | totalbodysalonvt.com Total Body Salon is a Full Service Bridal Salon located in Stowe Vermont. Let Us Care for You on Your Special Day!
The Essex - Vermonts Culinary Resort & Spa

possibilities. If you start this process one year before the wedding, and your hair grows at the average rate of to an inch a month, youll have 3 to 6 inches of length to flit around with. Dont forget, too, that you can always let your veil and hair down at the reception meaning any of the hair jewelry pieces can be shown off while dining and dancing! Combs Barrettes Bows Clips Feathers Flowers Hair sticks Hairpins Headbands Tiaras Dont have the time to grow it? Hair extensions have become the best friend of many a Hollywood hottie, so why not you? Your stylist can help you out with this one. If you already have long locks, then luxurious up dos, braids, chignon and/or cascading curls are all up for grabs. You should consider a good trim beforehand, though, to eliminate the fly-aways or frizz. 800-727-4295 | 70 Essex Way, Essex Junction, VT VtCulinaryResort.com We offer the essence of Vermont in a tranquil environment of warm woods and natural stone, rich traditional Vermont hospitality, and, above all, the expertise of our extraordinary spa staff.
Salon at Stoweflake - Stoweflake Mountain

Resort & Spa
800-253-2232 | 1746 Mountain Rd., Stowe, VT 05672 spa@stoweflake.com | stoweflake.com Fourteen salon stations to pamper you with manicures, pedicures and a complete menu of hair care.
Dos and Donts

With every hairdo, theres always donts. Wedding hair is no exception. Actually, because of the importance of your wedding, the donts in this case should always have an exclamation point at the end of them. For example: Dont wait till the last week to decide your hairstyle! (Youll be pulling the hair out of your head if its not what you want but theres no time to experiment with other designs.) Dont forget to consider your veil and how it will work with your hairstyle! (Bring it to your pre-wedding style sessions and snap photos of
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Many of the above selections come in such a wide variety it will be hard to choose your absolute favorites. Some will be plain, simple and sweet, while others may come studded with diamonds and other gemstones for more, drama, chic or elegance. Finally, just as with the veil, consult with your stylist and experiment with your top picks before settling on that picture-perfect look.
Colonial Styling Center, Inc

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A friendly little city in the country.
Olga McVey Photography
With its quaint shops, historical buildings, and local flavor,

St. Albans is known for much more than maple syrup.
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DISCOVER ST. ALBANS VERMONT
The professional merchants of this historic city offer everything you will need to help make your dream wedding a reality. Offering stationery and gift registries, to catering, formalwear, reception rental needs and beautiful floral arrangements, St. Albans offers you a wide variety of personal services to meet all your wedding expectations.
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St. Albans Premier Salon & Spa A Perfect Start for a Perfect Day
Take not only His, but Everyones Breath Away
Full Service Hair Salon Special Event Styling Manicures, Pedicures & Gel Nails Hair Extensions Eyelash Extensions Electrolysis Waxing Tanning Massage Facials
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The Story of Our Romance
Bouquet by Hawleys Florist

Rutland, VT, 800-841-4601 www.hawleysflorist.com
Our Love Story
Michelle (Barrett)
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It was just over seven years ago that our paths began to cross with an increasingly frequent basis. Though not by design, our romance spanned many years and several continents before culminating in our October 2009 wedding in Vermont. As with many couples, Calum and I met at the office; we were both working at the UN World Food Programme (WFP), the UNs humanitarian food agency, based in Rome, Italy. Rome was a wonderfully romantic place to start our relationship. Dates included moonlit motorino (moped) tours of the city, classical concerts in ancient churches, dinners featuring full-bodied wines and delicious cheeses and weekend afternoons in the Italian countryside. Our time together wasnt without its interruptions, though; only three months into our budding romance, the war in Iraq began and WFP launched one of its largest operations ever - and I was sent in as part of the emergency team, with only days to prepare for what would be a six month deployment. Intrigued by the challenging aspects of this operation (and perhaps concerned that our romance was facing a rather abrupt end), Calum also joined the operation and within a few months we were together
Calum Gardner
October 24, 2009
At the Historic and Charming
Brandon Inn
Brandon, Vermont
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In 2006 our paths brought us both back to Rome, where I remained for nearly two years before moving back to the US for a position with the UN in New York.
Thus began another year of e-mails, phone calls and vacations together until, while in England celebrating his April 2009 birthday together, Calum proposed to me on bended knee.
Wedding Planning
Having become engaged in April and aiming to marry in October, we had six months to organize our wedding. I found the timeframe to be quite daunting until a few big things were out of the way especially finding my dress (which I found on the first afternoon I looked), choosing a reception site and booking a photographer. While we viewed many lovely venues for the reception, choosing the Brandon Inn was actually one of the easiest, and best, decisions we made. The Inn was exactly what Calum and I were looking for a true country feel, complete with a traditional pub (very popular during the reception), loads of space for dinner, dancing and sitting by the fireplace while catching up with old friends, lovely grounds for taking beautiful photos outside, and wonderful food and lovely hosts. Having looked at my own mother and fathers wedding photo album countless times. It was very important to me to find a photographer to capture wonderful moments of our wedding day as well. Adam Frehm was exactly the photographer that I was looking for. With his extremely relaxed and unobtrusive manner, Adam managed to capture a most amazing collection of beautiful and loving images from our day - photos that now decorate our walls and bookshelves, and which I never tire of looking at.
While we viewed many lovely venues for the reception, choosing the Brandon Inn was actually one of the easiest, and best, decisions we made.
Love Story: Michelle (Barrett) & Calum gardner

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again, though in Baghdad rather than Rome. I think we were probably one of the only American/British couples to be dating in Baghdad during the summer of 2003. Needless to say, our opportunities for actual dates at that time were rather limited, consisting of an occasional coffee in between meetings and dinners together when we managed to get rooms at the same hotel.
This pattern of moving to new countries with WFP continued for the next few years. Following a bombing at the UN compound in Baghdad in August 2003, we were both relocated to Jordan. A few months after that, my assignment with the Iraq operation was finished and I headed back to Rome, and shortly thereafter onto Cote dIvoire and then Senegal. For the next few years, our relationship consisted of e-mails, phone calls and periodic vacations together, meeting up in places like the lavender fields of Southern France, the Lake District of Northern England (Calums home), and the souks of Morocco.
Catering and Cake provided by the Brandon Inn, which also served as the reception site location. www.historicbrandoninn.com
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advice for Future brides:

My advice to couples who are planning their weddings probably boils down to three basic ideas: The better organized you are, the more straight-forward wedding planning will be (and the easier it will be to identify areas where people can help). Many people will want to help with your wedding preparation, both to ease the workload and to be a part of your special day - let them help - (though perhaps with specific jobs you may want to stay in control of the whole process). I am fortunate to have a very talented family, who were a great help to me. My mother brewed and bottled homemade liqueurs for our wedding favors; one cousin painstakingly hand-stitched a beautiful mantilla veil to match my dress; another cousin prepared a delicious traditional English wedding cake, in honor of my British husband and his family. Dont lose sight of what the day is all about the love and commitment between you and your future spouse. Some carefully planned detail is bound to go awry at the last minute (we had a few); dont let yourself get distressed if that happens. Enjoy your day, and celebrate in the love and happiness being shared by the family and friends surrounding you.
Featured Vermont Bride Magazine Wedding Professionals

Reception Site:
Additional Professionals:
Flowers: (reception site flowers) Vermont Floral Exchange. DJ: Starlite Entertainment DJ Limo: Paul Burroughs at Another Way Out Hair & Make-up: Kim Tedesco at Hair Doctors in Rutland Wedding Dress: Bridal Garden in New York City Cake: Traditional English Wedding Cake made by Margaret Barros (Cousin of the Bride) Wedding Veil: Handmade by Megan Barros (Cousin of the Bride) Wedding Favors: Personalized bottles of liqueur, homemade by Katherine Barrett (Mother of the Bride)
Brandon Inn
802-247-5766 | www.historicbrandoninn.com Photographer:
Adam Frehm
802-879-3380 | www.photographyvt.com Flowers: (bouquet & church flowers)
Hawleys Florist
Rutland, VT | 800-841-4601 | www.hawleysflorist.com Cake (primary wedding cake) & Catering:
Brandon Inn
802-247-5766 | www.historicbrandoninn.com
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YOUR FUTURe
...much like planning a wedding, planning the purchase of your first home takes lots of research.
another great program. RD allows 100% financing, but has more restrictions on maximum allowable income and property location. Most of Vermont is eligible with the only restrictions in Burlington, South Burlington, Winooski, parts of Colchester and parts of Essex. Sellers may pay up to 6% toward closing costs and prepaid expenses. In some cases, part or all of the closing costs may be financed in the loan amount. Vermont Finance Housing Association (VHFA) VHFA, although more restrictive with credit scores, and debt to income ratios, can have more attractive interest rates. They also allow for a $500 savings off the Vermont State Transfer Tax, which is part of closing costs. VHFA allows the use of FHA, RD, or even VA (veterans administration) as the insurance provider, generally following their program guidelines. To summarize, much like planning a wedding, planning the purchase of your first home takes lots of research. Speak with a mortgage loan consultant early. Make a plan and stick to it. Speak with your mortgage consultant often because programs change frequently. That way, you can stay up to date on the latest changes. Jeff Teplitz has been a mortgage consultant since July 2005. In that time he has helped hundreds of customers with purchases of their first homes, primary residences, second homes and refinances. Jeff recently got married at The Mountain Chapel on Toll Road at Stowe Resort and lives in Williston, VT with his wife Claudine and their dog Cyrus.
AFTER THE WEDDING:
on the loan as well as property taxes and if applicable, mortgage insurance, homeowners insurance and/or association dues if purchasing a condominium. Lenders also look at the other monthly debt being carried. Typically auto loans, student loans, other installment loans, and minimum payments on credit cards make up the remainder of the debt. Items such as car insurance, cell phone expense, utilities, are not considered in the debt to income ratio. Next comes the money part. How much will it take to complete the transaction? There are down payments, closing costs, and prepaid expenses which vary based on program type and lender. Your mortgage consultant will go over how much is needed, and as importantly what are the sources it may come from. Some products require borrowers to have saved some of their own money, while others allow for the money to come from a gift, or even the sellers. Lets take a look a 3 great first time home buyer products. FHA (Federal Housing Administration) is a federal mortgage program thats available in all areas of the country. Currently it requires a minimum 3.5% down payment, which can all be from a gift. On a purchase of $200,000.00 the required minimum investment would be $7,000. In addition to your down payment there are closing costs and prepaid items that an additional $5,000.00 or more depending on where you live. The seller is currently allowed to contribute up to 6% of the purchase price toward the closing costs and pre-paid items. This is called seller contributions. FHA does not have income limits, but there are loan limits based on the property location. USDA/Rural Development is
Are You Ready to Buy Your First Home?
By Jeff Teplitz
Congratulations! If you are reading this magazine you are most likely planning an upcoming wedding. More importantly you are planning a life together and part of that will eventually include your first home.
There are many similarities in planning a wedding and planning for your first home purchase. How much do we spend? How are we going to pay for it? Can we afford it? Just like a wedding, you start planning early, saving money and trying to figure out how much is enough. Will there be help from an outside source, Mom and Dad, Grandparents? The big question is, where we do we start? First, sit down with a mortgage consultant and gather information on different mortgage programs currently offered. A good mortgage loan consultant should work with you to help plan your purchase, even if it is 6 months or longer away. Not all lenders offer every program so its a good idea to speak to a few. Rates and costs can also vary between lenders, although they generally are within a competitive range. Getting a mortgage is about being consulted on the best product for you, obtaining accurate information, and getting to the closing table. Items the lender will inquire about are credit, income, and assets. Credit Scores are an important part of any mortgage, and may affect down payment requirements, product availability, and interest rates. There are 3 credit repositories that maintain credit files and each score the file according to their criteria. Lenders generally take the middle score of the borrower and if the application is joint, the lower of the two borrowers middle scores. Its important to know what your scores are, how credit affects the scores, and if necessary, how to improve them. The mortgage consultant will go over how much you can afford based on current program guidelines, which also can vary by lender. You must decide what works for your budget. You might feel comfortable with a payment higher, or lower than what you qualify for through the lender. Your housing payment, as calculated by the lender, includes the principal and interest
Wedding Word Scramble

Have some fun with this brain-teaser. Each word relates to weddings. Can you unscramble before your brain becomes scrambled? Look for answers in the fall 2010 issue. Good luck!
MCENAOR DEGINWD NEPRNAL SNOCEPSOIR LCECISHTK TUDEBG SICANUSMI NVASITONITI PRNOCITEE TIES DSELNAC SLADETI
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Speak with a mortgage loan consultant early. Make a plan and stick to it.
(These are the answers to the Spring 2010 issue word scramble: bouquets, pomander, rehearsal dinner, trends, destination wedding, accents, ribbon, petal path, aisle runner, tuxedo.
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piled on rented cake stands and accented with apples and grapes are sure to impress. Fruit centerpieces are classical, and can be served with melted chocolate and champagne as a late evening treat.
but having centerpieces serve multiple purposes doesnt always work. Using flowers at the ceremony, and then on the reception tables is sometimes a bad idea because its often impossible to remove the centerpieces from the church and get them into the reception hall before the guests arrive.
Having hired workers or family members scrambling around with flowers when the guests are entering the reception hall is tackyand the centerpieces can get damaged during the hurried transportation. However this double duty does work when a cocktail hour is held in a separate room and the doors to the dinning area remain closed until after the bride and groom arrive, or later. If the idea of having the centerpiece serve double duty doesnt appeal to the bridal couple, there are still other tricks that can be used to stretch the budget. Renting vases, bowls and other containers It all comes down to numwill give a bridal couple access to classy cenber crunching, forethought terpieces which might otherwise put them over and imagination. The bridal budget. Decorative and couple should determine the affordable containers also can be purchased budget and the number of at discount stores. A bridal couple should ask tables for their event. their florist if cost will be reduced if they arrange a rental or provides containers. These could be standard vases or bowls, or a grouping of decorative stemware which the guests or bridal and groom could reuse later. There are tricks that can add the illusion of size to smaller, less expensive arrangements, such as single plants or vases of solitary roses. The easiest way to achieve this is to use a flat object under the centerpiece to make it appear larger. Drapes especially made for this purpose, linen napkins, mats, trays, or natural objects such as slate or slabs of wood, all work well. For a country wedding, homemade mats could be created from mix and match fabrics, and later stitched together to form a keepsake quilt. Another way to add size is to use candles with the centerpiece. Candles are
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Centerpiece
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Budget Stretching
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ften couples try to stretch their wedding budget by spending less on the table centerpieces for the reception. But, in truth, increasing the amount of money allocated to the centerpieces can often reduce the overall cost of the wedding and make the reception more elegant at the same time. One way to do this is to create centerpieces which serve multiple purposes. If a couple plans on spending five dollars for a gift to put beside each guests place setting, then they might want to consider
gifts that are suitable for gathering into a centerpiece. For a table of ten this will provide an extra fifty dollars to put toward the centerpiece without increasing the budget. Low baskets or boxes can be used to hold ten small blooming plants like gerbera daisies or African violets. Small clay pots filled with annuals and arranged like miniature gardens are a gorgeous choice. Long-stemmed roses, whose ends have been inserted into water picks, are convenient for guests to take home and could be displayed in colorful vases or small silver urns. These containers can even be rented rather than purchased. Instead of having a large wedding cake, its size can be reduced and the savings put toward small cakes for the center of each table. How about individual cheesecakes? Smaller desserts like tarts or cupcakes
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SPA CORneR
Being positive is stress relieving in that it puts life in perspective and you realize all you are grateful for.
Have you ever wondered how to relax?
There are times when relaxing is a difficult thing to accomplish. Sure, on the beach in Negril, relaxing is easy. But the week of your wedding, not so easy. At the spa, we are amazed at the number of times we have heard bridesmaids tell their brides, Just relax! The brides look at them with an anxious expression of, I would if I knew how!
Relaxation Takes
inexpensive and holders can be rented. Many times candles are provided by the reception hall for low or no cost. Rose petals or sparkles scattered around the centerpiece will give the illusion of larger sizebut most often, skipping them and adding a few more flowers to the centerpiece will provide as much if not more visual impact.
Plan ahead: many times the reception hall will provide
To reduce the cost of fresh flower centerpieces while candles and holders, which maintaining the helps reduce cost. ask about same size, style and color, use less other items that may be expensive types of flowers. Some available at your selected brides cringe at the location. mention of carnations and mums, but in the hands of an experienced floral designer the visual impact of arrangements created with these flowers will hardly differ from those made with more expensive varietiesbut the budget will be reduced dramatically.
It all comes down to number crunching, forethought and imagination. The bridal couple should take time to figure out the total wedding budget and how many tables will be needed for the reception. Armed with this information, they can imagine and discuss what their centerpieces would look like if there werent any budget restrictions. Once they know what their dream wedding reception would look like, then they can decide if any elements could do double duty, shop for similar containers at discount and rental stores and discuss alternatives with an experienced designer.
Pat Esden: Pat has worked in the wedding industry for over twenty-five years. as a master floral designer and owner of Esden Florist in Fairfield, Vermont, she sees the yearly changes in wedding styles and is familiar with the time-honored traditions and in tune with the new conventions.
Relax is a verb which means to spend time resting or doing things for pleasure; a relief from the effort and stress of everyday life. Using this definition as a framework, lets explore how to do this the week leading up to your wedding.
Schedule time for rest. Make sure you are not up late at night doing tasks that you can easily do in the daytime. Try to maintain your sleep schedule and stick to it. Being refreshed the next morning will help you accomplish more the next day. Lavender is a great essential oil that can aid in sleep and relaxation. The time to relax is when you dont have time for it. ~Attributed to both Jim Goodwin and Sydney J. Harris Delegate. Do the wedding planning that is pleasurable to you. If you dont enjoy tying ribbons around favors, there is someone else who welcomes that job. Delegate the pieces that feel uncomfortable, or that do not need your direct attention. Someone you trust who enjoys this job will do it better and quicker. Do not take on more tasks than you can handle. Be reasonable with yourself.
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Young children are unpredictable. Paring with an older child or adult is a safe bet. Practice walking, turning, and dancing in your gown before all eyes are upon you. be flexible during the planning process. Keep an open mind to new ideas. Plan a themed wedding. Create a wedding website.
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Muscles hold tension. See your licensed massage practitioner to give you the massage that your body needs at the moment.
of the above including visualization, breathing, and exercise. Tension is who you think you should be. Relaxation is who you are. ~Chinese Proverb Smile and Laugh. Be silly. Plan activities that
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Visualization. Proven to get results, visualize relaxing situations. Imagine yourself on a raft floating in a pool, the beach chair in the sun, the hammock under the trees. Use visualization to focus on positive situations. If you are concerned about your wedding cake tasting good, envision the smile on the grooms face as he takes his first bite. get a massage. Massage focuses on all the qualities you need to relax: lying flat, deep breathing, visualization, mediation, and it increases endorphins in your body. Muscles hold tension. See your licensed massage practitioner to give you the massage that your body needs at the moment. How beautiful it is to do nothing, and then to rest afterward. ~Spanish Proverb Stay Positive. Your positive attitude will be infectious. Your friends will want to be around you, and your energy will state that nothing can go wrong. Being positive is stress relieving in that it puts life in perspective and you realize all you are grateful for. Gratitude for friends, family, your spouse-to-be, and the chance to have this oneof-a-kind wedding will make the potentially stressful situations less difficult.
Beneath the
Mazal Tov! You and your beloved have decided to get married. There is much to do, and though the date of your wedding may seem like it is a long way off, the time will fly.
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Very soon you will find yourself preoccupied with the need to make many decisions. Before this happens (or even if already has) take a few minutes to learn about the ceremony through which you will sanctify your marriage.
The Jewish wedding is really two ceremonies. One part is called kedushin. The other is referred to as nesuin. In the distant past these two parts were separated by a year. Kedushin corresponds to today what we call the engagement. Nesuin is the actual marriage ceremony. Today these two components combine to form the Jewish wedding. A reading (or referencing) of the ketubah, the special marriage contract, separates the two parts of the wedding ceremony. At a time when most cultures perceived the wife as a possession of her husband void of independence, the ancient ketubah guaranteed protection of her basic human rights, and dowry in the event of divorce. This ancient and once radical human rights document is now largely symbolic because contemporary laws go well beyond what the ketubah originally safeguarded. Nevertheless, despite its diminished legal significance, the ketubah is still very important. This is reflected in the fact that the legal text of most contempowww.vermontbridemagazine.com
Chuppah
By Rabbi Howard Cohen
JeWISH WeDDIng
rary ketubahs is set within beautiful and original artwork. In most Jewish homes the ketubah is then prominently displayed as both a beautiful piece of artwork and affirmation of mutual respect and love.

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The chuppah or wedding canopy is another important and ancient ritual that is a hallmark of the Jewish wedding. Though the actual origin and precise meaning of chuppah is uncertain it has long been associated with an experience of the Israelites at Mt. Sinai during revelation. According to the Bible, the people of Israel stood under the mountain as they entered into a holy covenantal relationship with God. The rabbis of old understood this to mean that the entire people of Israel was standing under a chuppah as they entered into a covenantal relationship, that is a marriage, with God. Today the chuppah symbolizes the home the couple will be creating with one another. There are no specific requirements for the construction of the chuppah. The Jewish wedding is rich with ancient ritual and tradition. At the same time there is ample opportunity to include contemporary innovations so that it fully reflects you and your partner. Howard is an avid outdoor adventurer, canoe builder, volunteer firefighter, and parent of three children, husband, congregational consultant, free-lance rabbi and pastoral counselor. He is affiliated with both Reconstructionism and Jewish Renewal.
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will make you laugh with your friends. Go to a comedy club, watch a movie, and look at old Unplug. Limit your communication via phone and college photos. Laughter is the best medicine computer and decide what moments you need when stress is looming. You will remember the to take calls. Purposefully leave the phone in the moments of your wedding when you were laughcar when you have your bridesmaids brunch. ing and smiling. Spas required your phone be turned off so you Laughter is an instant vacation. ~Milton can enjoy your day. Delegate a friend as your Berle contact person so you can relax. This is hard to do, so it is recommended that you practice being Do you feel relaxed just reading this article? unplugged. Good work. Take a nice deep breath. You are on your way to the stress-free wedding of your exercise. A well-known stress reliever, exercise dreams! promotes well-being on a mental and physical level. Hormones called endorphins are produced which are often called feel good hormones. Exercise can be as simple as a walk. Yoga is a fantastic stress reliever as it incorporates many
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Sara Daly is a Physical Therapist, Massage Therapist, and Certified Manual Lymph Drainage Therapist. She is President of Waterfalls Day Spa in Middlebury, Vermont and Waterfalls at Basin Harbor Club on Lake Champlain. She is a frequent contributor to Vermont Bride Magazine and was featured in the September/October 2009 edition of Massage
...a Jewish wedding is more than just an event. It is a learning and growing process.
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7 STEPS {to your Perfect Vermont Wedding}

IT TAKES PLANNING to carry through to a perfect wedding, and to make sure that you are able to enjoy planning for your special day, follow these basic steps from Vermont Bride Magazine to help you organize all of the details and keep it manageable. have until the special day, and consequently time to save and prepare for the financial costs. Weddings can be very expensive, but everyday a successful wedding at a reasonable cost is accomplished because careful planning was done. Building a list of your necessary expenses is the way to make sure youre going to spend money on the right items that you need, and not something that will prove unnecessary. BUDgeT TIP: If you were to sock away $50 a week toward your wedding costs, you will have saved up $5,200 in 12 months. before the planning is begun, but the method for handling the question of which ring can also be applied to other items. Drop hints, point out what rings you have seen that you admire, do some window shopping. Inform other people with whom he may be talking about it with. If you are able, come right out and raise the subject. If by some chance he presents a ring that you simply do not like, suggest having the setting for the stone changed to something you will enjoy.
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Who gives the toast and when is it done? - Danielle, Burlington
A. Among the responsibilities of the best man, one of his jobs is to propose the first toast at the reception before the main meal is served. His speech can be sentimental or humorous and should always include the wish of happiness for the newly wed couple. The speech need not be lengthy. All guests will stand during his toast while the bride and groom remain seated. Other guests may want toast the new couple after the best man has had his time. After all have Q. toasted, this is when the bride and groom stand, thank everyone for their kind words and toast each other. Im terrible at writing thank you notes. Can you give me some pointers? - Sherrill, Winooski
Do we need a Wedding Program? - katrina, essex Junction A. Like Save-The-Date cards, Programs are not necessary and are a personal (and budget) preference. If you decide to order Programs, be sure they match or coordinate with your invitations. Many stationery companies will offer samples. Programs usually include: order of ceremony, officiates, musicians, list of bridal party members, list of songs/readings, a special thank you to relatives, friends, and guests and an invitation to the reception. You may want to include a brief paragraph on the relationships that the bridal party has with you and your groom and why these special people were invited to be an intricate part of the wedding. Directions to the reception or lyrics to a special song may be included as an insert. Am I supposed to have my maid-of honor hold my engagement ring during the ceremony? - Rebecca, Waterbury A. Most brides wear their engagement ring on their right hand during the ceremony and then quietly move it to their left hand after the wedding band is placed. Another option is to keep the engagement ring on the left hand and then switch to the correct position (wedding band closest to the heart) after the ceremony. On the way to the reception is a good time for the switch. My fianc would like to ask his dad to be his best man. Is that okay? - Sue, Stowe A. Not only is it okay, we think its terrific! What a better best man than a dad?
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aGREE ON THE DaTE aND TIME Will your guests include young children? If so, ask yourself: Do you need to accommodate a kid-friendly time for your guests? Daytime weddings work best for little ones, but if you are going to have an adult group, an evening time (like 6:00 P.M.) can start the night right and allow for dancing and carousing with your family and friends. Will many of your guests be traveling more than 50 miles to the event? Do you need a good weekend or a close holiday to make it easier for your wedding party to take time off from their regular schedules? Heres a tip that can help your schedule and your pocket book: If you look at the calendar and consider the costs of travel at certain vacation-heavy times of the year, you can avoid setting a date that coincides with higher travel costs.
THE RING For many, this is a question that is already handled well
A. Etiquette experts say you have up to 3 months to send your thank you notes. As you are opening your gifts, have the guest list handy, and write down the gift that was given beside the name of the guest. When you return from your honeymoon, devote a specific Q. time each day to complete a certain number of thank you notes. Some couples opt for pre-printed notes. Mention the gift by name and how you plan to use it. If you received a check, dont mention the amount but what you are saving for and how this gift will help. Let the recipient know how happy you were that they were able to share your wedding day. A well penned thank you will show your consideration and re- Q. spect of your guests.
Vermont is one of the most important wedding capitols in the United States, and you CHOOSE YOUR STYLE will have many choices availFormal, informal, semi-forable to you. A big plus is that mal ? You and your fianc by having your event locally, should consider your guests, you are in a better position to but also know what it is youre estimate costs carefully. If you going to be comfortable with have guests coming in from and happy about once the event is over. What sort of party do you want to throw? Does a sit-down further away, consider asking travel agents for help in recommending the affair with linen and china settings for the entire group sound exciting, or best methods for getting them to you. Your information might help a distiring? Are you more of a buffet or BBQ person? Once you can decide on tant guest who is unable to work out the details themselves, and so make the level of formality youre hoping for, you can immediately begin ignor- it easier for them to be with you on your special day. ing the hundreds, if not thousands of options that are available to you, so that you can narrow the choices to the type of affair that will best fit you THE DRESS The number of possibilities can be overwhelming, but and your partner. you can get a head start just by looking in your own closet. By reviewing what you have chosen in the past which makes you look your best, you bUDGETS aND MONEY Dont pick a number out of the air. Noth- can keep yourself focused while shopping. Will you be using a family ing will make you crazier faster than trying to shoe-horn your plans into a heirloom? Be sure to find a good tailor to make the appropriate alterations, fixed number. Of course you need to know your limits; but you also need and be sure to schedule it well in advance. to know what is essential for your happy day. Arriving at that number is easier once you know the main essentials of your day, and what those costs are. From there you can establish the minimum expenses. Youll also see what the big ticket items are and if thats where you want your money to be directed. WeB SITeS AnD MAgAZIneS: The amount of visual information is awesome, and you can enjoy hours upon hours of looking. You can also get a good start at your local boutiques and vendors, and what they can do for you.
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Remember, with all of your planning this is your day after all! Send in your questions and thoughts for the Vermont Bride Magazine Discussion forum by going online www.vermontbridemagazine.com, or by emailing us at bride@vermontbridemagazine.com
PARenTS: Are they going to participate in the costs? Will each family have THE GUEST LIST Unless your budget is essentially unlimited, it is certain items which they will each pay for, thus distributing the costs fairly unlikely you will be able to invite the horde of guests you and your fianc according to means? might compile. Instead, with a budget established, it is time to match It can be uncomfortable for two separate families to discuss such intimate your reception space to the guest list. You will likely have to pare your list, financial details, but you need to remember that the dollaramounts are with the help of your family. If necessary, assign each family a third of the not the lead item on your list. Instead, know how much lead time you possible guests, and reserve one-third for the bride and grooms guests.
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802-878-7227 1400 Mtn.View Dr, Williston, VT alex@catamountgolf.com catamountcountryclub.com
Montgomery House Inn
Waybury Inn
802-326-3269 Route 118, Montgomery Village, VT montgomeryhouseinn.com
800-648-4944 River Rd., Manchester Village, VT wilbuinn@sover.net | wilburton.com
Ye Olde england Inne
Hampton Inn
RSVP

802-864-5741 (ext. 11) 2 Church St.,Suite 19, Burl, VT rebecca@vso.org | vso.org Toll-free: 800-VSO-9293
802-527-1120 72 N Main St. Saint Albans, VT kristinbanderson@comcast.net rsvpvermont.com
802-655-6177 42 Lower Mtn View Dr.,Colchester, VT burlingtonvt.hamptoninn.com
800-348-1810 PO Box 27, East Middlebury, VT info@wayburyinn.com wayburyinn.com
802-309-4004 P.O. Box 1436, St. Albans,VT olgamcveyphotography@yahoo.com mcveyweddingphotography.com
Chow Bella
Mountain Top Inn & Resort
800-477-3771 433 Mountain Rd, Stowe, VT

englandinn@aol.com | englandinn.com
Hilton (Burlington) Hotel
Wilburton Inn
Orah Moore Photography
802-483-2311 195 Mountain Top Rd., Chittenden, VT khele@mountaintopinn.com mountaintopinn.com
Juniors Long Island Catering

Company. (Juniors Italian) 802-655-5555 85 South Park Dr. Colchester, VT juniorsvt@hotmail.com | juniorsvt.com
Waterfalls Day Spa
Salon at Stoweflake
802-388-0311 14 Court House Square, Middlebury, VT waterfallsdayspa@gmail.com middleburyspa.com
n Photobooths
800-371-5715 81 N. Main St., St. Albans, VT info@howardstheflowershop.com howardstheflowershop.com
Howards The Flower Shop
X-PReSS
Toll-Free 800-870-9788 73 Pond St., Stowe, VT thexpressink.com
802-658-6500 60 Battery Street, Burlington, VT Katie.McAllister@hilton.com burlington.hilton.com
800-648-4944 River Rd. Manchester Village, VT wilbuinn@sover.net | wilburton.com
888-888-3133 84 Lower Main St., Morrisville, VT haymaker@principia.edu

orahmoore.net or....haymakerpress.com
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Holiday Inn Burlington
kosher Cravings
green Mountain Photobooth

802-899-2823 PO Box 214 Underhill, VT greenmtphotobooth.com
Pecks Flower Shop
802-760-1083 Mountain Rd., Stowe, VT spa@stoweflake.com www.spaatstoweflake.com
bRIDaL SHOPS China Rose Bridal
800-303-0107 howardfleisher@charter.net See our ad vermontbridemagazine.com
The new You Salon
802-879-7274 11 Audry Lane, Westford, VT See our ad VermontBrideMagazine.com Toll free: 800-924-Gown (4696) St. Albans, Newport, Burlington, & Barre VT needlemansbridal.com

On & Off Premise Catering 800-303-0107 5131 US Ave., Plattsburgh, NY howardfleisher@charter.net
800-540-2336 27 Winter St, Morrisville, VT brownpfs@pshift.com pecksflowershop.com
JEWELRY eatons Fine Jewelry
802-419-6218 1068 Williston Rd, S. Burlington, VT ashelychaffee@innvermont.com hiburlington.com

STUDIO SB
802-864-1848 (ext. 124) One College St, Burlington, VT vschueler@echovermont.org echovermont.org
Old Lantern
802-425-2120 3260 Greenbush Rd., Charlotte, VT rolands@gmavt.net | oldlantern.com
800-696-4748 6212 VT Rte 105, Enosburg Falls, VT Rachel@abbeygroup.net abbeygroup.net
REHEaRSaL DINNERS The Abbey
802-524-4055 30 North Main St., St. Albans, VT service@eatonsjewelry.com eatonsjewelry.com
OFFICIaNTS Rev. Dr. Michael Caldwell

802-888-5811 1830 Morey Hill Rd, Wolcott, VT
coachingcenterofvt.com
michael.caldwell.75@alum.dartmouth.org
802-524-5700 42 South Main St., St. Albans VT stinaphotos@gmail.com stinaplant.com
echo Lake Inn
The Portrait gallery
One Federal Restaurant & Lounge
Arlington Inn
802-524-0330 1 Federal Street, St. Albans, VT onefederalrestaurant@live.com onefederalrestaurant.com
800-443-9442 Historic Route 7A, Arlington, VT stay@arlingtoninn.com arlingtoninn.com
Holiday Inn Rutland/killington

802-773-6130 (x 313) 476 US Route 7 South Rutland, VT weddings@hivermont.com hivermont.com
802-864-3700 127 Porters Point Rd, Colchester, VT Thenewyousalon@aol.com thenewyousalon.org
needlemans Bridal & Formal
Souzas Churrascaria
TOTAL BODY SALOn
802-253-9969 394 Mountain Rd, Stowe, VT See our ad vermontbridemagazine.com
802-524-2800 58 N. Main Street, St. Albans, VT asthecrowflies@together.net asthecrowfliesvt.com
FaVORS As the Crow Flies
Uncle georges Flowers
800-286-4418 1500 Hinesburg Rd. So. Burl, VT pgallery@comcast.net portraitgallery-vt.com
edson Hill Manor
800-624-0099 638 S Main St. Unit 7, Stowe, VT unclegeorgesflowers.com
Jk Jewelry
802-985-9909 | 2989 Shelburne Rd., Shelburne Bay Plaza, Shelburne, VT info@jkvt.com | jkvt.com
Rabbi Howard A Cohen
RaidenShine Photography
Ponds at Bolton Valley Resort

877-9BOLTON
4302 Bolton Access Rd, Bolton Valley, VT info@thepondsvt.com | thepondsvt.com
BackInn Time - B & B
802-527-5116 68 Fairfield St. Saint Albans VT info@backinntime.us backinntime.us
Lilac Inn
Village green Florist
BakeAria LLC
bRIDaL GOWN PRESERVaTION The Sewing Basket
State Street Catering
Wendy kluin - Makeup Artist

P.O. Box 57, Rochester, VT 802-767-3939 wendelak@aol.com see our ad VermontBrideMagazine.com
802-476-8389 | Barre, VT 802-878-7181 | Essex Jct, VT 802-778-9311 | Montpelier, VT Jagarden@aol.com See our ad vermontbridemagazine.com
802-229-6788 8 State St., Montpelier, VT carol@statestreetcatering.com statestreetcatering.com
802-527-9727 1806 Sweet Hollow Rd, Sheldon, VT inquiry@bakearia.com BakeAria.com
802-879-7980 60 Pearl St., Essex Jct., VT jenmikell@myfairpoint.net thevillagegreenflorist.net
katies Jewels
802-229-4353 4 State St., Montpelier, VT katiesjewels8@aol.com katiesjewels.com
800-221-0720 53 Park St., Brandon, VT innkeeper@lilacinn.com www.lilacinn.com
413-652-7086 204 Crescent Blvd, Bennington VT ravfirefighter@gmail.com vermontjewishweddings.com
802-598-9186 128 Sandra Circle, Burl., VT customer_service@raidenshine.com raidenshine.com
Southern Vermont Arts Center

West Rd., Manchester, VT 802-362-1405, (ext. 19) info@svac.org | www.svac.org
Barn at Boyden Farm
Susan Davidson
Jeff Schneiderman Photography

802-878-0769 2393 Oak Hill Rd., Williston, VT jsphotos@aol.com jeffschneiderman.com 802-888-5433 PO Box 955, Stowe, VT lauren@laurenstagnitti.com laurenstagnitti.com
800-362-4747 3567 Main St. Route 7A, Manchester Village, VT rwhitelaw@equinoxresort.com equinoxresort.com 800-727-4295 70 Essex Way, Essex, VT innfo@vtculinaryresort.com vtculinaryresort.com
Souzas Churrascaria
802-598-5509 44 VT Route 104 Cambridge, VT threefarmgirls@pshift.com boydenfarm.com
Middlebury Inn
Wildflower Designs
Boyden Valley Winery
802-253-6303 232 Mountain Rd, Stowe, VT wildflowerdesigns@live.com wildflowerdesignsstowe.com
Precious Things Jewelers

802-933-4503 349 Main St., Enosburg Falls, VT ferlands@myfairpoint.net PTJ.vermontbridemagazine.com
802-746-8076 P.O. Box 522, Pittsfield, VT 05762 shoshanahd@myfairpoint.net 802-457-3556 P.O. Box 202, N. Pomfret, VT jansalz@sover.net
essex Resort & Spa
Brandon Inn
Jan Salzman
Spirit of ethan Allen III
Lauren Stagnitti Photography
Waterfront Catering group
n Cosmetic & Aesthetic Services

LUMInA
Nancy Carlson Fisher, MD 802-861-0200 1775 Williston Rd, So. Burl. VT nancyfishermd.com
CaKES & PaSTRIES BakeAria LLC
802-527-9727 1806 Sweet Hollow Rd, Sheldon, VT inquiry@bakearia.com BakeAria.com
802-658-3663 1712 Shelburne Rd. So. Burl. VT gary@vermontspecialoccasions.com vermontspecialoccasions.com
802-644-8151 64 Vt Route 104, Cambridge, VT info@boydenvalley.com boydenvalley.com
golden eagle Resort
802-862-8300 348 Flynn Ave.,Burlington, VT spirit@soea.com | soea.com
Burlington Country Club
Carman Brook Farm
Wetherbees Catering
Bakery at Juniors (Juniors Italian)

802 655-5282 85 So.Park Dr., Colchester, VT juniorsvt@hotmail.com | juniorsvt.com
800-974-6102 467 Depot Rd. Colchester, VT WFW06@comcast.net wetherbeescatering.com
888-84-maple (6-2753) 1275 Fortin Rd, Swanton, VT thefolks@cbmaplefarm.com cbmaplefarm.com
802-524-2800 58 N. Main Street, St. Albans, VT asthecrowflies@together.net asthecrowfliesvt.com
GIFTS & bRIDaL REGISTRIES As the Crow Flies
Stowe gems
802-253-7000 70 Pond St. Stowe, VT stowegems.com
PaRTY SUPPLIES The Party Store

802-878-1571 | Essex Jct., VT 802-773-3155 | Rutland, VT 603-543-1795 | Claremont, NH nafparty@aol.com thepartystores.com
Whipples Studio
Vermont Hook Bracelet
Delicate Decadence
Cake Boutique 802-479-7948 15 Cottage St. Barre, VT finecakes@verizon.net DelDec.vermontbridemagazine.com
Bayberry Cottage
northern Vermont Oral & Facial Surgery

802-872-3593 | Essex Jct., VT 802-524-0490 | St. Albans, VT 802-223-2364 | Berlin, VT 802-473-4150 | St. Johnsbury, VT nvos-vt.com
ENTERTaINMENT
802-527-8256 85 N Main St, Saint Albans VT sharus1@comcast.net bayberrycottagevt.com
802-229-2949 423 Brazier Rd, E. Montpelier, VT jim@vermonthookbracelet.com VermontHookBracelet.com
802-483-2311 195 Mountain Top Rd, Chittenden, VT khele@mountaintopinn.com mountaintopinn.com
802-334-8138 387 Union St, Newport, VT drwhip@kingdomcolor.com donwhipplephotography.com
Stables & Inn at Pigeon Hill Farm

802-933-2719 286 Montgomery Rd., E.Berkshire, VT pigeonhill@pigeonhillfarm.com pigeonhillfarm.com
802-864-4683 (ext. 104) 568 S Prospect St., Burl.,VT Kim.Hein@burlingtoncountryclub.org burlingtoncountryclub.org
Caf Provence
Hampton Inn
802-655-6177 42 Lower Mtn View Dr. Colchester, VT burlingtonvt.hamptoninn.com
Stowe Inn

877-9BOLTON
4302 Bolton Access Rd, Bolton Valley, VT info@thepondsvt.com | thepondsvt.com
RECEPTION SITES WEDDING VENUES

800-696-4748 6212 VT Rte 105, Enosburg Falls, VT Rachel@abbeygroup.net abbeygroup.net
800-546-4030 123 Mountain Road, Stowe, VT hello@stoweinn.com | stoweinn.com
Capitol Plaza
LODGING Arlington Inn
Delicate Decadence
Cake Boutique 802-479-7948 15 Cottage St. Barre, VT finecakes@verizon.net DelDec.vermontbridemagazine.com
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Corey neil gottfried
802-893-7685 PO Box 2022 Colchester, VT corey@lincoentertainment.com lincoentertainment.com
Boyden Valley Winery
Fischers Fancies
802-598-9699 info@fischersfancies.com fischersfancies.com

PHOTOGRaPHY PHOTOGRaPHERS Christian Arthur Photography
The Abbey
Stoweflake Mountain Resort & Spa

800-253-2232 Mountain Rd. Stowe, VT reservations@stoweflake.com stoweflake.com
802-373-3994 Huntington, VT chris@christianarthurphotography.com christianarthurphotography.com
Catamount Country Club

802-878-7227 1400 Mtn.View Dr, Williston, VT alex@catamountgolf.com catamountcountryclub.com
Arlington Inn
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Perfect Image Fashions

802-878-8487 Essex Jct., VT suelackey1026@comcast.net perfectimagefashions.com
Fischers Fancies
802-598-9699 info@fischersfancies.com fischersfancies.com
gerry Lawrence
802-655-7534 PO Box 5547, Essex Jct., VT gerry@accuritepayroll.com See our ad VermontBrideMagazine.com
Mount Mansfield Maple Products 802-488-0500 PO Box 8362, Essex, VT chris.white@mansfieldmaple.com www.mapleweddingfavors.com
800-639-8031 Route 100, PO Box 118, Waitsfield, VT info@vermontstore.com vermontstore.com
Danforth Pewter
800-222-3142 (x249) Workshop & Store, Middlebury,VT info@danforthpewter.com danforthpewter.com
Stowe Inn
Larry Asam Photography
Brandon Inn
HP entertainment
The Store
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802-244-7954 149 Grove Lane, Waterbury Ctr., VT Larry@Lasamphoto.com lasamphoto.com
802-419-6218 1068 Williston Rd,So. Burlington, VT ashleychaffee@innvermont.com hiburlington.com
Sunset Ballroom Waterfront Catering group

802-658-3663 1712 Shelburne Rd, S. Burl., VT gary@vermontspecialoccasions.com vermontspecialoccasions.com

Chow Bella
Ayer Photography of Vermont

802-338-9193 85 Midnight Pass, Colchester, VT Info@AyerPhoto.com www.ayerphoto.com
Super 8 Burlington
802-985-8037 2572 Shelburne Rd. Shelburne, VT sales@super8vt.com | super8vt.com
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Facility Name
Abbey Max Party Catering provided Y Y Y N Y Y Y Y Y Y N Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y N 150 200 200 150 No Limit 200 + 200 200 350 200 150 750 280(20) 300 350 250 Y N 50 300 500 130 400 250 150
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Guest Rooms N Y Y N Y N N Y N*(9) N N Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y N N Separate Area Ceremony Y Y Y N Y Y Y *(7) Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y N Months To Plan Ahead 1-6 3-6 3-6 1-12 3-12 6-12 6-8 9 3-6 3-6 3-6 9-12 8-12 3-6 8.12 3-6 1-60 6-12 1-6 9 1-2 3 Reception Area Outisde Y Y Y Y Y Y Y *(7) N Y N Y Y Y Y Y N Y Y N Y Y N Dance Floor Y Y Y Y Y Y Y *(7) Y Y N Y Y Y Y Y Y*(10) Y Y Y Y Y*(4) Y(4)
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Separate Area Ceremony Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y N Y Y Y Y Y N Y Y Y Y Y Y
Choice Caterer N N Y Y N N N N Y*(8) N Y N N N N Y N N N N(18) Y Y
Facility Name
Juniors Italian Lilac Inn Micheles Fine Dining Middlebury Inn Montgomery House Inn Mountain Top Inn & Resort Old Lantern One Federal Restaurant and Lounge Ponds at Bolton Valley Resort Southern Vermont Arts Center Souzas Churrascaria Spirit of Ethan Allen III Stables & Inn At Pegon Hill Farm Stoweflake Mountain Resort & Spa Stowe Inn Sunset Ballroom Super-8 Burlington Hotel Tourterelle Inn, Dining & Events Tabor House Inn Trapp Family Lodge Vermont Inn Waybury Inn ye Olde England Inne
Max Party
Catering provided Y Y
Y
Choice Caterer N N N N Y N(17) Y N N Y N N N N Y N Y N Y N N N N
Guest Rooms N Y N 75 Y Y N N Y N N N Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y
Months To Plan Ahead 3 3-6 3-6 6-9 1-6 3-12 2-6 3-6 1-12 6 3-6 3-6 6-12 3-6 Y 3-6 6-12 3-12 3-6 4 6-12 6-12 6-12
Reception Area Outisde N Y N Y N Y Y Y Y Y (cocktails) N Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y
Dance Floor
50 130-250
150
N Y Y Y Y(4) Y Y Y Y Y N Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y
Arlington Inn
Back Inn Time Barn at Boyden Farm Brandon Inn Burlington Country Club Cafe Provence Capitol Plaza Hotel & Conference Center Catamount Country Club Chow Bella Echo at Leahy Center Echo Lake Inn Edson Hill Manor Equinox Resort & Spa Essex Resort & Spa Golden Eagle Resort Hampton Inn Hilton Burlington Hotel Holiday Inn Burlington Holiday Inn Rutland/Killington Hyde Point Farm Jeffs Restaurant
125 30(12)45(13) 300(16) 350 220 400 275(19) 60 500 150 400 85 225 75 200 250 100 500
12 13
Y Y Y N Y Y N Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y
200 200 140
*PLEASE NOTE, with regard to several OF THE ACCOMMODATIONS LISTED PARTY SIZE (CAPACITY) NUMBERS on these charts; THESE CAN EASILY BE INCREASED WITH THE OPTION OF A TENT RENTAL. Be sure to inquire for availability.
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877-324-6386 (ext. 101) One College St, Burlington, VT myevent@echovermont.org echovermont.org
Notes: 3) Catering arrangements can be made upon request. 4) Arrangements for a dance floor rental can be made. 5) Arrangements for a wheelchair accessible portable restroom can be made. 6) Off-site catering available November-April. 7) An Offsite premise can be arranged - please call for details. 8) Subject to extra fees. 9) Will assist making arrangements with local Hotels (Shuttles Available). 10) This is provided as a rental item. 11) Optional for smaller functions. 12) indoor capacity 13) outdoor capacity 14) Call for details 15) Note: Additional Cost 16) Max Party Size is 300 (tented) and 100 (inside) 17) Possible exceptions depending upon the season. 18.) Bride can bring cake only 19) 275 (tented) 150 (inside mansion) 20) Without tent extension Trapp Family Lodge Middlebury Transit Claussens Florist & greenhouse
Toll-free: 800-287-2361 187 Main St., Colchester, VT retail@claussens.com | claussens.com
Hampton Inn
802-655-6177 42 Lower Mtn View Dr. Colchester, VT burlingtonvt.hamptoninn.com
Juniors Italian
802-655-5555 85 South Park Dr. Colchester, VT juniorsvt@hotmail.com | juniorsvt.com
One Federal Restaurant & Lounge
Stowe Inn
echo Lake Inn
Lilac Inn
800-221-0720 53 Park St., Brandon, VT innkeeper@lilacinn.com | lilacinn.com
802-524-0330 1 Federal Street, St. Albans, VT onefederalrestaurant@live.com onefederalrestaurant.com
edson Hill Manor
802-419-6218 1068 Williston Rd, So. Burl., VT ashleychaffee@innvermont.com hiburlington.com
800-303-0107 5131 US Ave., Plattsburgh, NY howardfleisher@charter.net
877-9BOLTON 4302 Bolton Access Rd Bolton Valley, VT info@thepondsvt.com thepondsvt.com
Vermont Inn
800-388-1002 P.O. Box 423, Middlebury, VT transit@middlebury.net | middleburytransit.com
Time Capsule Video Productions

802-524-3633 rlarocque@timecapvideo.com timecapvideo.com
800-541-7795 Route 4 Killington, VT relax@vermontinn.com | vermontinn.com
notch Above Tours
Weddings, Tents & events
Southern Vermont Arts Center

West Rd., Manchester, VT 802-362-1405, (ext. 19) info@svac.org | www.svac.org
Sunset Ballroom - Waterfront

Catering group
802-658-3663 1712 Shelburne Rd., S. Burl., VT gary@vermontspecialoccasions.com vermontspecialoccasions.com
Waybury Inn
Middlebury Inn

800-362-4747 3567 Main Street Route 7A, Manchester Village, VT rwhitelaw@equinoxresort.com equinoxresort.com 800-727-4295 70 Essex Way, Essex, VT vtculinaryresort.com
800-348-1810 PO Box 27, East Middlebury, VT info@wayburyinn.com | wayburyinn.com
800-639-2367 P.O. Box 367, Jeffersonville, VT info@notchabovetours.com notchabovetours.com
888-898-3839 155 Carroll Rd., Waitsfield, VT amyw@weddingstentsevents.com weddingstentsevents.com
WEDDING COORDINaTORS EVENT PLaNNERS

VT Weddings by kim 802-988-4730 275 Cemetery Rd, North Troy, VT info@vtweddingsbykim.com vtweddingsbykim.com VT enchanted events 802-324-1433 Jeffersonville, VT info@vtenchantedevents.com vtenchantedevents.com
Vermont Chauffeured Transportation

800-388-0150 limo@limovermont.com limovermont.com
TUXEDOS needlemans Bridal & Formal
Wilburton Inn
Souzas Churrascaria
Hyde Point Farm, LLC
essex Resort & Spa
802-891-6283 3323 Highbridge Rd., Georgia, VT hydepointfarm@gmail.com hydepointfarm.com
Super 8 Burlington
Spirit of ethan Allen III
802-985-8037 2572 Shelburne Rd. Shelburne, VT sales@super8vt.com | super8vt.com
800-648-4944 River Rd., Manchester Village, VT wilbuinn@sover.net | wilburton.com
Toll free: 800-924-Gown (4696) St. Albans, Newport, Burlington, & Barre VT needlemansbridal.com
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TENTS & RENTaLS Celebration Rentals
VERMONT REaLTORS Signature Properties of Vermont

Essex Jct., VT 802-872-8881 (ext 302) MeganT@SignaturePropertiesVT.com SignaturePropertiesVT.com
golden eagle Resort
Jeffs Restaurant
802-483-2311 195 Mountain Top Rd, Chittenden, VT khele@mountaintopinn.com mountaintopinn.com
802-862-8300 348 Flynn Ave.,Burlington, VT spirit@soea.com | soea.com

Tabor House Inn

802-868-7575 58 Homestead Rd, Swanton, VT taborhouseinn@gmail.com | taborhouseinn.com
802-247-0002 86 Park St, Brandon, VT celebrationrentl@aol.com | celebrateinvermont.com 802-524-0990 81 N. Main St. St. Albans, VT info@champlainvalleytentrentals.com champlainvalleytentrentals.com
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Champlain Valley Tent Rentals
Old Lantern

800.696.7433 666 Riverside Ave. Burlington, VT info@apollo-limo.com | apollo-limo.com
Coldwell Banker Carlson Real estate 802-279-2316 25 Main St., Stowe, VT www.gayleoberg.com VIDEOGRaPHERS WEDDING VIDEOGRaPHY kS Videography
802-527-9795 429 Lake Rd, St. Albans, VT ksvideography@yahoo.com ksvideovermont.com
802-371-9777 amanda@fourfoldpress.com fourfoldlegacy.com
Wedding Story Services Fourfold Legacy Services
802-425-2120 3260 Greenbush Rd. Charlotte, VT rolands@gmavt.net | oldlantern.com
WINERIES - VINEYaRDS Boyden Valley Winery
Burlington Limousine & Car Service
Classy Pottys - Portable Restroom

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Named One of the Six Best Inns in North America for Dining - COUNTRY INNS MAGAZINE If I could return to only one (inn)it would be Edson Hill Manor I can think of nothing more appealing thanlingering over one of the inns matchless menus as the moon rises over the mountains. -SAN FRANCISCO EXAMINER The day was so perfectI felt as though my wedding was being held at a private estate -LINDA K., CALIFORNIA I had no worries - all I had to do was put on my wedding dress. The staff was so accommodating and attentive. I couldnt have asked for anything more. -IRENE T., FLORIDA
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