Tips for beginning a great relationship with your daughter-in-law

Tips for beginning a great relationship with your daughter-in-law

Between the excitement of the engagement announcement and the serious sleeves-rolled-up wedding planning, the mother of the groom has a one-of-a-kind, but narrow, window in which to strengthen the relationship with the bride and her family.  This is a great time to get to know Continue reading

Engagement party may be hosted by the groom’s parents

Engagement party may be hosted by the groom’s parents

An engagement party provides a lovely opportunity for families and friends to become better acquainted while also celebrating the future of the bride and groom. Although this event is traditionally hosted by the bride's parents, as with nearly all other wedding customs, the rules are Continue reading

Mother of the groom first task is congratulations call

Mother of the groom first task is congratulations call

“She said yes!” This was thrilling news for me. Not only were my son’s dreams coming true, but he had chosen a beautiful, wonderful girl who would be a loving, solid addition to our family. What mother of the groom doesn’t want that? Item number one on the mother of the groom Continue reading