That, and links to suppliers of wedding services, should bring in money from commissions paid by companies linked to the site.

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And if you should meet your one true love on your morning trek for doughnuts, Voodoo offers legitimate wedding services at the counter.

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Mexican wedding services have been known to include prayers for the couple to stay together should one of them move to the United States.

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The council said work would now start on further exploration of the medieval and 18th Century parts of the building to explore how it could be turned into a library, wedding venue and council services centre.

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Fletke and her future husband bartered the videotaping and editing services of their production company, Major Diamond Productions, for the goods and services they needed for their wedding and reception.

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This tradition is still a part of everyday life and festive occasions, including wedding ceremonies, community and family gatherings and religious services.

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