Finally a whimsical, realistic, and charming book for mothers of the bride! The wedding planning process is stressful, not just for the bride, but for the bride's mother as well. This humourously written, yet practical book by Leslie Milk is so much more than a simple wedding guide for mothers of the bride. It is the ideal way to break the ice, spread a little cheer, dispense some hearty advice to all moms, and tackle some of the stickier moments they might face during this planning process.
This book really is a survival guide for mothers of the bride and not many can make this claim, especially with its healthy dose of humour. Here's a little snippet for you to enjoy:
"As a bride, you wanted the best wedding your father's money could buy. Your daughter may want no part of an expensive shindig. Her style may be more funky than formal. As long as they don't post a serious risk to life, limb, or bank balance, be prepared to honor the bride's choices." (p. 7)
Leslie Milk comes with a hefty bag of credentials. The lifestyle editor of The Washingtonian, Leslie was also past columnist for the Washington Post and the Journal newspapers. She has written for Glamour, Shape, and Woman's Day magazines. Leslie Milk has appeared on Nightline, ABC's Turning Point, Entertainment Tonight, CNN, and BBC News. Her best experience for this book comes from her life, her wedding and the wedding of her daughter, Meredith.
If you skim through the entire book, the reality checks are a must read. She has included a Mother-Daughter Prenuptial agreement to smooth waters before they get rocky. From the groom's family to the wedding party to the wedding vendors, Leslie Milk equips all mothers of the bride with helpful handy suggestions and a good dose of candid reality. The end goal? To help mothers of the bride give their daughters the best wedding possible, of course!
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