As an older groom, and my first marriage, I was a little uncertain about the "tradition" of marriage. At some point I even lost my perspective of what was important. This book kept me focused from begining to end. It is clear concise and the goal is always apparent - just follow the guide. I am now buying my 24th book to give to a friend. The book walks you through the pain and torture of register to picking china and napkins. Thousand of books are written for brides, this is the one for the groom - At any age or number of time you've married.