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The groom should share equal billing in wedding planning.
(MS photo)
(MS) - Weddings are full of refer-
ences to the bride. From the tradi-
tional Bridal Chorus, played during
the ceremony, to friends and family
members making up the "bridal
party" to the holding of a "bridal
shower" where the bride-to-be is
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wonder just how the groom fits into
the grand scheme of things.
After all, it seems he doesn't share
equal wedding-day billing.
In the past, grooms did take a
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the majority of the planning.
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that were traditionally thought of as
womanly tasks - caring for children,
helping with housework, and taking .
an active role in wedding planning.
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• Arrange transportation -
Interview limousine companies or
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and finalize the details. Make sure
you provide accurate directions to
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wedding day.
Also arrange to have the tuxedos
returned after the wedding by a
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