Archive for January, 2007

Engagement Toasts

Your engagement is one of the most important times in your life. How do you salute it with engagement toasts? Simple…
Once you have decided that married life is right for you, you will want to share your decision with your family and friends. Your friends will want to raise a toast to your happiness with [...]

Collecting Precious Stones

Four years ago, before we were married, my husband and I who were both studying geology at the time went out on a trip to Nevada to collect crystals and precious stones. On one of the more fruitful days we had, I happened upon a large (and beautiful!) piece of fire opal, which happens [...]

Engagement Ring Cost Calculation

Making an engagement ring cost calculation can be difficult. After all, how can you put a price on your love?
The old rule of thumb that you should spend two month’s salary on your engagement ring is still widely in use. However, given your own personal circumstances, this may or may not be feasible. Use the [...]