Ideas to help manage the emotions from postponing your big day The beginning of 2020 was supposed to be one of the best and most memorable times in your life: your wedding. The excitement of planning, the joy of bachelorette parties and bridal showers, and the beauty of ceremonies were all things that you had […]
What does all of this extra time together mean for your relationship? The coronavirus has changed so much of our daily lives. These days, we practice social distancing as naturally as we practice personal hygiene. Aside from the occasional trip to the grocery store or a daily walk with your dog around the block, we […]
How the pandemic is affecting BOLI’s favorite vendors The beginning of spring on Long Island has always been ripe with beauty. Clear blue skies, budding blossoms, and comfortable temperatures make this season a popular choice for many BOLI members to say “I do.” But this year, the outdoor gardens are empty, save for the bees […]
Make the best use of your time – while still planning your wedding. Whether you’ve had to postpone your wedding due to this coronavirus pandemic, or your wedding is months or even a year or two away – with the mandate to stay home, now is a great time to channel your inner Martha Stewart […]
Our world has changed – your wedding might have to as well. Everywhere we look, there’s an article telling us what we already know: COVID-19, the illness caused by the novel coronavirus, has altered life as we know it. Never before has our generation witnessed the mass shut down of not only our nation, but […]
Here’s a step-by-step step guide to adjusting your plans Dealing with a pandemic is difficult. Having to postpone your wedding because of a pandemic is devastating. Our hearts go out to all of the brides and grooms having to push their wedding off due to COVID-19, or those currently living in limbo who are not […]
Support these businesses while getting a chance to sample the food. These are weird, upsetting, stressful and trying times. And we’re living in a time where we have to social distance or just stay home. Everything is on hold – including weddings. While you take this time to process this and change your plans, remember […]
You can still get a great, effective workout while in quarantine To say that the current COVID-19 outbreak has uprooted our way of living would be an incredible understatement. “Social distancing” is a term we’ve all grown familiar with. We’re all experts in telecommuting to work (now we have proof all those meetings could have […]
Brides of Long Island share their stories After the glow of engagement fades, most brides begin to plan. They plan the trials and tours and dress fittings. The tastings and guest lists. And importantly, the contingency plans: How to move the outdoor ceremony inside if it rains. Where to take pictures if the permits can’t […]
These films will take your mind off COVID-19 putting life on hold. Life is on hold right now. Which means, as devastating as it is, your wedding and your wedding planning are on hold right now, all due to coronavirus. But there is plenty for you to do while at home, practicing your social distancing, […]
