Thanks from the Heart - MAGNETSTREETWEDDINGS.COM blog at BridesClub.com

"I awoke this morning with devout thanksgiving for my friends, the old and the new." - Ralph Waldo Emerson

Without a doubt you are counting your lucky stars for all the people who contributed so much to your wedding day. Can you even begin to imagine what it'd be like if you had no help at all? I would guess not so joyous, a whole lot more stressful and perhaps increasing the likelihood of chucking the whole thing and running off together!

Saying thank you is so natural, especially when folks have done so much. Yet, when the wedding day is over and you begin to settle into your new life together, many brides and grooms report that getting back to this very important and meaningful last step is a little challenging. Writing a genuine thank you message that comes straight from your heart does take time, it takes thinking about each person and what they gave, then crafting words to express your feelings. But it doesn't need to be a laborious, drawn out task. Just think, as you reminisce about the wonderful people who gave so much, you and your husband have the opportunity to relive your memories of your wedding day and all that led up to it.

Your note of appreciation doesn't have to be long or wordy ~ the only real requirement is that it reflect your own personality and your relationship with the person you are thanking. Just keep it real and your friends and family will feel the love and gratitude that you send.

Etiquette says that thank you notes should be sent within two weeks of receiving a gift. Whether it's two weeks or three or a bit longer, be aware that promptness saves the sender of the gift from fretting over whether or not their gift made it to your doorstep. And, writing sooner than later makes it easier to remember exactly how you felt when you first opened the package that they so lovingly chose for you.

MagnetStreet Weddings has a large collection of thank you card and magnet designs that will wrap up all your heartfelt thanks with grace and beauty! Consider matching your thank you with your Save the Date, invitations, and favors too. We've got entire coordinating packages to suit every taste or you can order a la carte with just a fabulous looking thank you card. Many designs incorporate photos and most include your new address. They're classy and make really wonderful keepsakes.

Don't forget Brides Club members, take 10% off your entire online order today ~ enter promotional code WBCSEP10 at checkout. Offer expires September 30, 2008. Go to www.MagnetStreetWeddings.com ~ from the home page click on Product Guide, then Thank You Products. Scroll down to see the variety of thank you magnets, cards, postcards and more.

Check out www.TrulyEngaging.com, the wedding blog for tips and ideas as you plan your special day.

All the best,

Cheryl ~ for MagnetStreet Weddings