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WHAT YOUR PHOTOGRAPHER MUST KNOW

Wedding photography goes beyond the normal everyday photography. It’s different from a modeling photo shot, or  that of a movie. It’s an inventory of the event as it happens. It’s important you get the best photographers around to do this because even your kids unborn, will see this and they have to feel it as though they were present. A good wedding photographer knows better than to take just the posed pictures in the photo section of the events. Even in that section he incorporates new trends and styles for uniqueness and dynamism. However good wedding pictures reflects the moments and not the planned or posed sections alone. The photographer hence it’s interested in those special real life emotions and moments of joy, excitement, dependency, missing gestures, friendship, laughter, and love etc. He captures all of these moment leaving no stone unturned. These moments includes; - Moments of both Father-in-laws shaking hands with great laughter - Mome...

WELCOME TO THE MONTH OF SEPTEMBER

Welcome to the month of September it's going to be a great and exciting month for us. The word for th is month is "AVOID" Avoid simply means to stay clear off or keep from happening. Here are 3 things you must avoid this month; Avoid Delay it is an enemy of time and money Avoid Excuses it taints your reputation Avoid Procrastination it is the killer of dreams Now take that step and waste no more time… What are the desires of your heart What is that dream you’ve had Who is that lady you’ve been secretly admiring Go ahead hatch that dream Write that book Produce that song Lay out that business plan Cut out that new design How long will you make up your mind on that dream Delay no further make that proposal and lets have a wedding Give no more excuses make up your mind about him Avoid procrastination and begin today.

WEEDDING BELLS: RMD'S SON KOME SET TO MARRY HIS YORUBA LOVE

The famous veteran Nollywood actor and Delta S tate commissioner for culture and tourism Richard Mofe Damijo AKA RMD, has cordially informed and booked his close pal s via an sms of the up-coming wedding ceremony of his first son Kome. Below is his message; “Pls save 12th & 14th Dec in ur diary for the union of our son Kome & his love Eniola, pls keep them in your prayer and more updates to come later. Warm Regards…JMD & RMD.” Kome is a  a graduate of the London School of Business & Finance; Eniola Abiodun currently lives in Winnepeg, Mannitoba. It seems he like wearing eye specs...pretty girl he's got too. Congratulations to them in advance! Just like the Big Bros had said, remember them in your prayers. I'll begin the prayer, say Amen. I pray that all plans and preparation will turn out successful and that this union will bring great joy to both families. In Jesus name. Amen

IGBO TRADITIONAL MARRIAGE LIST (IGBA NWKU)

  Just like every other traditional marriage in Nigeria, The Igbo traditional paying of dowry is very important and the process/lists differs from state to state or clan to clan. During the introduction stage, after both families have come to an agreement and the date for the traditional marriage is fixed, the intending groom is official handed a list of items to present on the agreed date of the marriage. It is an obligatory part of completing the Igba Nkwu (traditional marriage) as the items on the list are said to be symbolic, covering different part of the marriage. Like I always say the list can be modified depending on the family of the bride, i.e. the bride to be can negotiate on behalf of the groom's family so that the list is trimmed .  Typical Igbo Traditional List for the Groom also applicable of Mbaise of Imo state. Section A: UMUADA (All Kindred Daughters)  - Wrappers and Blouse s (Nigerian Wax/Hollandis or George) - Jewelry (Gold p...

MAKE THE BRIDAL SHOWER FUN-FULL

           bridal shower pics of former M iss Ada Osuala now Mrs Ada Osuala Siekpe What makes it interesting for all? Location: It could be in a fine restaurant, bar, club, at the beach, flower or vine garden etc. It should be taken outside of the home, not the regulars.  For creativity it could be held around an activity like a spa weekend or movie weekend. If time and chance permits it can even be a weekend away trip with the ladies at a beach house or country side. Activity: Bridal shower is still a girl gab-fest but it’s even more fun with some extra activity. For some people the extra activity is calling a male stripper but aside that you can learn something new, like getting a pro to tutor the ladies on a topic of common interest, a chef to teach them a quick meal, small chops, shawarma or any other appetizers. And of course an old aunt or friend who is experienced and successful in marriage to advice the la...

SURPRISE THE BRIDE TO-BE (In: BRIDAL SHOWER PHOTOS OF NKECHI ONWODI)

Bridal shower it’s simply a party organized in honour of the bride-to-be by her female friends and her loved ones. Traditionally it’s a gift giving party held to celebrate the bride-to-be’s spinsterhood as she transcends to become a wife.  The bride is usually distinguished from the other ladies with a coronet and a sash. The custom originated in the 1890s, most common in the United States, Canada and by North American influence in Australia. However overtime it has spread to other countries even in Africa. It was originally arranged to present gifts to the bride with the notion that they commonly took care of the household deeds but however in modern times the bridal shower has been commonly dedicated towards giving of lingerie as well as small utility household gifts. Now what makes it interesting for the bride? It should come in a way of surprise; she must have no knowledge of the plans until she gets to the venue to see the surprise party. Invite peo...

MY YORUBA BRIDE 2 (NOW THE MONEY MATTER)

From our previous edition we looked out the items on the list as part of the dowry in marraying a yoruba girl, that the groom will present at the traditional marriage of a Yoruba bride. In the course of the negotiation and agreement between both families, some money will have to represent and make things move faster, which is in accordance to the Yoruba traditional marriage, lets take a peep: Dowry – N20,000 Owo isigba (money to commence proper) – N1000 Owo omo ile okunrin (money for the male younger siblings) –N2000 Owo omo ile obinrin (money for the female younger siblings) – N2000 Owo iyawo ile (money for the family wives) – N1000 Owo baba gbo (money for older men in the family) – N2000 Owo Iya gbo (money for the older women in the family) – N2000 Owo Ijoko Agba (money for seated head of family) – N1000 Owo Ikanlekun (money to open the door for the in law) – N1000 Owo Plane (money for transporting the wife) – N1000 O...