1. Worried about the ring not going on? Rub a bit of baby powder on the ring finger before the ceremony. Do not use creams, as they might leave a mark on clothing.

2. Worried that the ring bearer will drop the ring? Stitch a pretend ring on the ring bearer's pillow. Give the real rings to your attendants.

3. Worried that the attendants will drop the ring? Ask the best man to keep the ring in his pocket, not on his finger. (It could get stuck.) Ask your female attendant to wear it on her thumb and to keep her thumb bent firmly around her flowers. Or, tie on ribbon and secure in her flowers.

4. What if the ring is forgotten or drops down a grate? Ask to borrow a ring from a parent or friend. Or, turn your engagement ring around and use it. Ask the officiant to bless the wedding ring at a later date.

Remember: When you have chosen the right partner, all the rest is details! Focus on what is important.



---This article is written and copyrighted by Elizabeth Webster Goddard of Fifth Avenue Collection. 780-433-7827, www.fifthavenuecollection.com/elizabeth, E-mail: goddarde@facmail.com ------