Supporting Our Troops, And Their Brides!

I've always felt the summer is a time to be patriotic, especially with the 4th of July.  It's also a time that makes me think about our military who are deployed overseas. Dave and I have some friends currently deployed and some that are actually getting ready to deploy.

Josh & his fiance' , Stee

The deployment period can be really tough especially for loved ones who are spending months apart. I have several friends who are engaged and having to plan a wedding on their own while their future spouse is defending our country.  I know planning a wedding can be tough, but I can only imagine having to do it on your own.

Two bridal stores here in South Carolina are teaming up with a national program to give military brides a free dress for their wedding day. The program, Brides Across America make it possible for military brides, who would unlikely otherwise have the opportunity, to wear beautiful wedding gowns on their big day.

Today and tomorrow (July 11th & 12th), Amanda's Collection in Conway will honor military brides, saying "thank you" to our troops by giving away designer wedding gowns.  A store in the Charleston-area will be doing the same Bridal House Of Charleston will be giving away dresses on July 20th. 

But the program isn't just local, it's taking place at a lot of bridal salons across the country. And it's so easy to get a dress. In order to qualify, brides or their fiancé must be on active duty in the military, either currently deployed or deployed within the last five years to Iraq, Afghanistan, Bahrain, Libya or Japan. Identification and deployment papers must be presented at the event to qualify.

And if you've already planned your wedding and have your dress hanging in your closet and don't know what to do with it, why not donate it to Brides Across America. Your beautiful dress will be passed on and donated to a military bride in need. If you're interested in donating, visit http://www.bridesacrossamerica.com/Donations.html .


Remember next time you see a Soldier, Marine, Sailor or Airmen, be sure to thank them for their sacrifice.