Common format of a wedding reception:

·Arrival of guests at hall ·Introduction of wedding party ·Introduction of bride and groom ·Blessing ·Meal ·Cake Cutting ·Toasts ·Bride & Groom’s First Dance ·Father & Daughter’s Dance ·Mother & Groom’s Dance ·Special Dances ·Bouquet and Garter Toss ·Dancing and Fun

Arrival of guests at reception site Typically, a wedding lasts about 15 minutes. However, some guests do arrive early to reception. Therefore, be sure all reception to-dos are complete by start time of wedding. Also, all wedding vendors should be wearing proper attire for early arriving and late staying guests. All tables should be set-up including cake table, entertainment’s table, sign-in table, food tables, and tables with chairs for all guests. If you have a seating arrangement, all seating lists should be at reception with everyone’s name with where they are sitting.

Introduction of wedding party This step is not mandatory, but it is nice for everyone to know who wedding party is as many have not met before your wedding. Create a “Reception Planning Guide” and give this to your master of ceremonies prior to your wedding. This details, among other things, order of entrance into reception site with their names and titles. The order of entrance is as follows: parents of bride, parents of groom, ushers with bridesmaids, flower girl and ring bearer, special guests, best man, maid/matron of honor, bride and groom. In addition, review pronunciations of wedding party's names with master of ceremonies.

Introduction of bride and groom This is always last of introductions. Everyone should stand before bride and groom enter. In addition, a special song can be arranged with music entertainment and a special announcement made to punctuate a true grand entrance. Also, inform master of ceremonies how you would like to be introduced: Mr. and Mrs. Smith or John and Jane Doe.

Blessing This is another step that is not mandatory, but for religious couples makes a nice setting. If you invite person who performed marriage ceremony to reception, I would recommend having them conduct blessing. If they are not able to attend, a parent or family friend is a good idea. Lastly, master of ceremonies could give meal blessing. Be sure to communicate with whomever is giving blessing in advance so they are prepared to give a personal touch.

Meal It's time to eat! Bride and Groom, be sure to stop and take a moment to eat. This may be your only chance in day. In addition, it is customary for bride and groom to start food line. Most guests know to wait until bride and groom start food line. So don't be late!

1.He Only Pretends Not to Listen.

He heard what you said. He’s just not interested in hearing it at moment. Don’t try to give your man instructions or talk about your feelings when he’s watching TV (especially sports), eating, reading, or has just come home from work. He will only be half listening. His mind is on other things like: will his team win, his day at work, how hungry he is, etc. He can only pay attention to one thing at a time. If he lets you think that he is giving you his full attention, and then you will want to talk to him at these inappropriate moments all time. If he gives you a detailed response, you’ll just continue to talk. If he completely ignores you, you’ll get mad. If he pretends that he is listening, you will be content and walk away.

2.He Does Look at Other Women.

Not because he wants to cheat, but because men are visually stimulated. Getting mad at him for looking is just going to make him sneak a peek. Hey, it’s just a passing glance. It’s not like we don’t check guys out too!

3.He Needs Time Away From You.

Men need time to reflect, socialize and just get away from it all. Men like time to regroup. It doesn’t mean that they don’t want to be with us, it is just an escape to appreciate what they have at home. So lighten up, while he’s out of house, take kids out or get a babysitter and go something you enjoy.

4.He Doesn’t Feel Like Being Bothered Sometimes

You’ve probably asked him to do something several times, but yet he still doesn’t do it in a timely manner. In frustration, you do it yourself. What is he thinking, “Thank Goodness!” Men do things at their own pace. You can ask your man to take out trash and 3 hours later, it’s still there. Technically, he still has time to take out trash. In his mind, trash isn’t going anywhere anytime soon, and if you do it yourself, that just makes it better for him.

5.He Really Enjoys Gossip

If your man overhears you gossiping on phone, he’ll probably shake his head in disapproval. However, if he talks about Joe and Margaret, his co workers who are having an affair, it’s not gossip. Actually men enjoy to gossip. They just have a different name for it “Commenting.”

6.Yes, He Was Thinking About Sex