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Sweet Tea Sundays No. 5

by Lisa in Marriage and Relationships on January 13, 2014

For today’s Sweet Tea Sunday, we couldn’t be happier to share some marriage advice from a couple we know and love: Eric of Eric Kelley Photography and Lora of Lora Kelley Styling and Makeup. Not only are these two a dynamite pair of wedding vendors, they’re also husband and wife and the parents of two darling kiddos. They recently celebrated their five-year anniversary (happy anniversary, Kelleys!), and here’s the advice they shared with us.

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Take a long honeymoon. It’s one of the only times that people won’t bug you for being unavailable, for almost as long as you want.

Have good friends that you can have real, open conversations with about how your lives are going and what you are feeling.

Get away more often than you think you need to: date night once a week, a weekend or overnight away every once in awhile.

Either go to bed together or wake up together everyday.

Know that when you have kids, they are going to rule your life and try to divide you, and you need to figure out how to love your spouse every day in spite of that happening.

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Elizabeth Messina

Keep up with Eric:
Blog: Eric Kelley Photography
Facebook: Eric Kelley Photography
Instagram: @erickelley
Twitter: @erickelley

Keep up with Lora:
Website: Lora Kelley Styling and Makeup
Facebook: Lora Kelley
Instagram: @lora_kelley
Twitter: @lorakelley

Written with love by Lisa

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Tags: marriage, marriage advice, relationship advice, southern wedding, southern wedding blog, Southern wedding ideas, Southern wedding inspiration, Southern wedding magazine, Southern Weddings, southern weddings blog, southern weddings magazine, swv6

Lora Kelley January 13, 2014 reply

Love you ladies!! Such a treat to be on here! :)
Mallory Joyce January 13, 2014 reply

Such sage advice! And from such a wonderful couple. Love this feature, Lisa! xo
Emily January 13, 2014 reply

Love this family – what a sweet photo! And I’m dying over the wedding photo — y’all look like babies!!

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Southern Weddings V6: Southern Charm

by Emily in Inspirations, Traditions on January 7, 2014

It may be the new year, but we still have a few Southern Weddings V6 tricks tucked up our sleeve! First up is this oh-so-charming and appropriately-titled editorial. Though we are all about weddings, in this issue we also wanted to offer inspiration for some of the girly “side parties” that often come along with them, like bridal showers and bridal brunches. From cake pulls to heirloom recipes, this editorial fits the bill. And thanks to an especially talented team including Jen Huang, Poppies & Posies, Elizabeth Demos, and the gals at Amie Decker Beauty, there are just as many beautiful and inspiring details as any of our weddings!

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One of these beautiful charm bracelets is my mama’s, and another is my own! We love featuring personal family pieces in our editorials.

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What a magical setting!! It was even more beautiful in person, if you can believe it.

Little touches to make the bride feel extra special are always a “do,” and these paper bells tied onto her chair with satin ribbon are a perfect, easy example.

Popping a bow on top of a buttery stack of biscuits almost turns it into a cake, don’t you think?

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Not familiar with the cake pull tradition? Read all about it here!

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We set up a little station for gifts to give and get off to the side of the table. Guests were invited to bring a favorite family recipe to stock the bride’s recipe box, and were sent home with a basket of tea cakes made from the bride’s family recipe! Looking for a prettier way to organize your own recipes? We love our new citrus floral recipe boxes!

Cheers to amazing friends and happy celebrations!

Written with love by Emily

Kyla F January 7, 2014 reply

This is such a beautiful setting for an intimate side-party! The little details truly make it magical, like those beautiful flowers on the back of the swing. The use of your family charm bracelets add a special, sentimental touch too! I especially enjoyed reading the linked post about the cake pull tradition because I have never seen that done here in New England.
Brooke January 7, 2014 reply

Love this! I’m hosting a bridal shower in February and just decided to do a cake pull because of this post! Are you selling those adorable paper bells on the back of the bride’s chair in the yard sale, by any chance? : )
Wedding Rental Supplies January 8, 2014 reply

Each and every detail looks so pretty, elegant and unique. Loved the beautiful details of the chair and tables decor.
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Sweet Tea Sundays No. 4

by Emily in Marriage and Relationships on January 5, 2014

Hello, belles! Happy to see you on a Sunday! :) Those of you who picked up a copy of Southern Weddings V6 surely saw our two marriage advice features, “To Love and To Cherish” and “All the Days of My Life.” From your feedback, we know they’ve been some of the most popular! Over the next several weeks, we’re going to be highlighting and expanding on the nuggets of wisdom we shared in print from some of the smartest and most insightful married gals (and guys!) we know. From folks married less than a year to couples married 40+ years, they all have wonderful thoughts to share. We’re kicking off this series with advice from our very own Kristin Winchester — we hope you enjoy!

From Kristin Winchester, Southern Weddings’ Blue Ribbon Vendor Director, married to Kyle Winchester one year at time of V6’s publication (see their wedding here!):

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Inherently a good marriage starts LONG before you say I do. It starts with being patient, trusting God and actively seeking the right person to share in the adventures of marriage. Of course, this same patience, trust and effort must follow you for a successful marriage to become a reality. Marriage is magical, but it is foolish to think that good marriage just happens. It takes hard work and dedication; the great news is that the rewards are never-ending. You get to spend the rest of your days with your very best friend – learning, laughing and growing through life together.

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Always keep dating, be it at the occasional fancy restaurant or pizza on the living room floor. Never stop learning. Ask each other questions and take advantage of long car trips to recount silly stories. Hold one another accountable to greatness – root each other on as you explore new careers, hobbies and passions. Be present in the moment, put down your cellphone and enjoy the adventure right in front of you.

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And remember you are not perfect. The good news? Neither is your spouse. Don’t be afraid to say “I’m sorry,’ to forgive without ceasing, and to say “I love you” every chance you get.

Keep up with Kristin:
Blog: Southern Weddings
Instagram: @kn_winchester
Twitter: @kn_winchester
Pinterest: @knwinchester

All photos by Julia Wade, who is a delightful member of our Blue Ribbon Vendor Directory!

Written with love by Emily

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Tags: julia wade, kristin winchester, marriage, marriage advice, relationship advice, southern wedding, southern wedding blog, Southern wedding ideas, Southern wedding inspiration, Southern wedding magazine, Southern Weddings, southern weddings blog, southern weddings magazine, swv6

Marilisa January 5, 2014 reply

What a fun feature! I so enjoyed the “To Love and To Cherish” and “All the Days of My Life” features in V6. This is one of the many reasons why I respect your team so much – encouraging women, brides, fiancés, girlfriends, etc to see that marriage takes work, but that you’re not alone in it! I will love checking in on Sundays for these :)
Emily January 6, 2014 reply

Love these sweet photos of you guys! Good job, Julia!!
Melissa January 6, 2014 reply

Excited to hear that! Loved that section of V6, one of my favorite parts!