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Self-Care Tips and Spa Ideas for Brides
Self-Care Tips and Spa Ideas for Brides

As a bride, the period leading up to your wedding can be one of the most stressful (yet exciting) parts of your life. It can seem like there are a million different things to think about and plan for, but you have to remember that your health and wellness are just as important. That’s why self-care is essential for brides who are suffering from stress and anxiety.

Selecting an Engagement Rings
Selecting an Engagement Rings

Engagement rings are available in a variety of settings and designs, as well as in a number of precious metals. Despite the fact that there are endless options to choose from, the solitaire diamond engagement ring continues to be the preferred choice for many brides-to-be. But what is it about this option that makes it so important to so many couples? Read on to learn five reasons why this simple design remains the most popular style.

How to Throw a Wedding Reception Your Guests Will Love
How to Throw a Wedding Reception Your Guests Will Love

While some nitty gritty planning is an essential part of bringing your wedding to life, it’s important to remember that there’s no rules when it comes to your special day. Your wedding should first and foremost be memorable and unique to you and your fiance—that’s a given! But when it comes to the reception, you might be wondering what you can do to wow your guests and make sure they have an unforgettable night celebrating you and your honey.

Wedding Budget Tips
Wedding Budget Tips

Many couples have been dreaming of their wedding day plans for years, and your engagement is the kick-off you’ve been waiting for. It’s fun to browse potential venues, look through local brides’ wedding photos, and start to consider what you and your partner will wear. Planning the décor and party has its challenges, but it’s a fun and exciting conversation.

Willow and Sage Feature
Willow and Sage Feature

Last year, we worked as the Creative Director for Giftfor.co to create content for their company launch. We wanted to share the article we help published on Willow and Sage Magazine (Spring 2021 Issue).

Throw the Ultimate Spa and Wine Night For Your Bachelorette Party
Throw the Ultimate Spa and Wine Night For Your Bachelorette Party

Plan a special girls night in over some relaxation, pampering, snacks and delicious wine! Pick a date, send the invites, gather all the spa essentials and check out these pamper party inspirations so you can plan the perfect intimate gathering with your best gal pals.

Newlywed Game Questions & Fun Wedding Printables
Newlywed Game Questions & Fun Wedding Printables

The game show titled “The Newlywed Game” inspired the fun trivia game of the same name. This cute activity puts the newlywed couple to the test, quizzing them on how well they know each other. When played at a wedding party, the game gives guests a glimpse down memory lane as the couple recounts their favorite moments and shows off their knowledge of one another. Play the Newlywed Game at a wedding shower or even an engagement party with the step-by-step guide we’ve compiled below.

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Ornaments
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Ornaments

Calling all Ninja Turtles Fans! These ornaments are a great project to do with kids over winter break.
How did this project come about? I have two boys. They like Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. I make TMNT items for them. This is my life.

The Ultimate Guide to Planning a Backyard Wedding
The Ultimate Guide to Planning a Backyard Wedding

Getting married is a major life event that you’ll never forget. If you’re planning to walk down the aisle with that special someone, a backyard wedding is a great way to say your vows and tie the knot on a budget. Whether your outdoor space is large or small, it’s easy to plan a backyard wedding if you know where to start. From summer celebrations to a beautiful autumn ceremony, read on to learn how you can plan your wedding for a special moment right in your own backyard.

Brunch with Us
Brunch with Us

Brunch inspiration for the Skybox Family. Together our team put together a few brunch hosting tips we’d like to share with the readers. We lived by the motto of Work Hard and Brunch Hard during our retreat! Take it from us, we’re the entertainer pros.

Life Changers

Life Changers

Ngoc Nguyen Lay

Life Changers. We all experience them, expected and unexpected, good and bad. From graduating high school, to going away to college, to starting a first job, to moving into a new home, to getting married, and so many more. Each of these milestones are life changers, those moments where life veers onto another path.

I’ve had another life changer.

I’m excited. I’m nervous. It’s my first time for this. And like ever other change, I will enjoy ever moment of it! I’m going to be a mom.

WE’RE HAVING A BABY BOY!!!

I found out the day after my book premier party. I remember feeling nauseous during the party, but I just took it for being nervous. But then the next day the feeling continued. I took the home pregnancy test and the result was positive. Woohoo! I thought to myself that as one book is wrapping up and new one is about to begin. I spent 3 years working on thedream and production of Inspired Celebrations book. Then when the writing was barely finished, a whole new chapter of my “Book” opened up and I didn’t even write it. Its been an extraordinary journey, one that feels different in every stage, every day.

As a planner, I wanted to work out the exact moment that this would happen. But as we all know…there are things in life that are not meant to be scheduled. Beginning a pregnancy at the peak of the summer wedding season didn’t seem to be ideal. But I could not control or pinpoint the exact date like a wedding would, it just happens. It’s just real life.

Luckily, Skybox is strong and the staff is amazing! We’ve had such a great opportunity to grow and learn from each other, and we have such a firm foundation that we can really excel as a team and as a business. Although this little one will bring lots of change, for Skybox it will be business as usual. As a team we made it through the summer weddings and also along my first trimester.

Through all of this, Albert has been so supportive, even though neither of us know how to do this… it’s both scary and exciting. Our first little Lay! But without Albert’s support, I don’t know how I would have made it through this busy summer. Now, as we move forward, we’ve decided to just enjoy the moment. It all changes so fast that we don’t want to lose sight of the little things along the way. No need to stress about the baby room or the due date, it’s the process that’s to be enjoyed for now.

This has been such a new experience but also refreshing for us both. The excitement that builds and the anticipation that grows, but with an unpredictability that is sure to make a planner crazy. But to bring a life into this world is helping me reevaluate my perspective, and knowing that I’m expecting change this big is helping me relearn why I love what I do.

We’re having a baby. A “baby” life-changer that will be hugely impactful. I can’t wait!

Post Published on October 3, 2012. 

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