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There is nothing I love more than talking with a bride who has recently gotten married. Fresh off the aisle, she is excited, elated, and more importantly, experienced - and ready to share that experience with future brides-to-be. Whether you are getting married or just are simply a sucker for love stories and happy endings, you won't want to miss her story. Guys, girls, anyone who is planning a wedding, listen up: there are SO MANY IDEAS to borrow from Chrissy! SERIOUSLY. Listen in as I talk with Chrissy Woj of the blog Quirky Chrissy. We'll talk about: Why she didn't want a traditional engagement ring, and what they ultimately decided to do about it How to get around what others want you to do vs. what YOU as a couple want to do The BEST (best!) cake idea that you should steal rightnow One of the COOLEST engagement proposals Why it pays to think outside-the-box in terms of vendors, and how you can do the same How she managed to pay ahead THE ENTIRE WEDDING. Imagine being debt-free as you enter your marriage?! Chrissy's BEST TIPS for anyone about to get married What to do when your partner isn't showing interest in wedding planning Why it's so important to kick off your wedding day on a positive, relaxed note with the people you love (it IS possible!) My personal experience and warning about hair and makeup Find out what is a "something blue crew" and how you can make this work for you Links Mentioned: Chrissy's website: www.quirkychrissy.com Chrissy's engagement post Podcast Episode 6 with Amy from The Outnumbered Mother Whole Foods (seriously, consider them as a cake vendor! They are great to work with.) The "Box Car Drive-In" birthday party we gave for our daughter's third birthday Chrissy's essay in the anthology I Just Want to Be Perfect, by Jen Mann (of the blog People I Want to Punch in the Throat My book, The Real-Deal Bridal Bible, for tons of wedding planning tips and more, on Amazon