What to Do Now That You’re Engaged

WHAT TO DO NOW THAT You're Engaged TOP 10 THINGS TO DO After You Get Engaged 1. TELL YOUR PARENTS They should be the first ones to know so you can celebrate your happy news together! Mom 2. TELL YOUR CLOSE FRIENDS AND FAMILY Let them know in person or on the phone so they don't get the news secondhand 3. INDULGE YOURSELF Everyone will be looking at your ring-get a manicure so your hands look great! 4. GET READY FOR QUESTIONS Choose the month or season when you want to have the wedding-everyone will be asking! 5. MAKE A LIST It doesn't have to be set in GUESTS stone, but think about how many people you want to attend your wedding 6. START SAVING Set aside funds from every paycheck to go towards the big day and your honeymoon 7. DO YOUR HOMEWORK Visit a few different venues and decide where you want to hold your ceremony and reception 8. ASK FOR HELP III-I----II Consider hiring a wedding planner to help you so you don't get overwhelmed 9. INSURE YOUR RING Don't take chances-get insurance on your ring in case it gets lost or stolen 10. START SHOPPING! You'll feel more relaxed if you find the perfect dress well ahead of your wedding date! WEDDING PLANNING TOP 3 Questions to Ask Yourself 1. Dol want a religious or secular ceremony? 2. How many guests do I want at my wedding? 3. Will we have attendants or will we stand by ourselves? 4. What am I looking for in a wedding venue? 5. How much money are we willing to spend on the wedding? PROVIDED BY PENNOAKS www.pennoakswestchesterpa.com SOURCES: http://wedding.theknot.com/getting-engaged/engaged/articles/first-wedding-to-dos.aspx http://www.rd.com/slideshows/13-things-to-do-after-you-get-engaged/