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Alforev

Starting dating my best friend on 3-4-07, got engaged on 12-10-16, becoming homeowners on 2-21-18, and marrying 8-17-18 😍 I’m an elementary school music... View More

Starting dating my best friend on 3-4-07, got engaged on 12-10-16, becoming homeowners on 2-21-18, and marrying 8-17-18 😍 I’m an elementary school music teacher with a degree in special education and pursuing a masters in school administration. Graduating in May 2018! 🎉 2018 is one busy year 🤪

Happily married 🎉

August 17, 2018

2809days 4hrs

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Alforev
Bridesmaids After Wedding
Alforev in Family and Relationships, on June 23, 2019 at 8:22 AM

I never thought after my wedding that I would need to keep coming on here for advice, but here I am! Has anyone experienced a situation where after your wedding your bridesmaids suddenly distance...

Stephanie, Jul 4, 2019 12 606
Alforev
Social Media Announcement?
Alforev in Etiquette and Advice, on July 25, 2017 at 6:41 PM

So it seems like a girl on my Facebook just announced that she's been married for sixth months. Apparently, her and her husband had eloped and told no one, not even family. I wish I was kidding but it...

Bride2020, Jul 1, 2019 24 5,130
Alforev
Can We Edit Vendor Reviews?
Alforev in Account Support, on November 8, 2018 at 12:28 PM

I am on the verge of crying with just how awful our videographer was. We paid over $1000 to get a recap, movie, and “raw” video from him and what we got is a nightmare to say the least. I could...

Alforev, Nov 20, 2018 5 484
Alforev
bam and lessons learned
Alforev in Married Life, on August 26, 2018 at 9:48 AM

My husband and I were married Friday, August 17th. I was going to wait to get all of the professional photos back to post a BAM, but I honestly feel like I’ve learned so much that I want to share....

Lisa & Watson, Sep 11, 2018 20 1,198
Alforev
Surprised by Trial
Alforev in Hair and Makeup, on July 18, 2018 at 6:40 AM

With my wedding being a month away, I made the decision that I’m not going to stress and let whatever happens happen. Last night was my trial and I went in there knowing that there was nothing the...

Soon2Bmrsp, Aug 14, 2018 57 1,119
Alforev
rsvp Nightmare Post Office
Alforev in Etiquette and Advice, on July 12, 2018 at 9:44 PM

Long story short, my FH and I purchased a home back in February. This home was previously abandoned for 9+ years. We noticed almost immediately that we barely ever got mail. When we sent save the...

FutureStephD, Jul 13, 2018 5 504
Alforev
Bridal Shower Thank Yous
Alforev in Etiquette and Advice, on July 1, 2018 at 7:40 AM

I had a beautiful surprise bridal shower yesterday and to say that I am overwhelmed with the amount of gifts I received is an understatement. I couldn’t believe how generous my family and friends were...

Sarah, Jul 1, 2018 11 342
Alforev
Share Your Budget Diys
Alforev in Do It Yourself, on June 25, 2018 at 8:10 PM

What Budget friendly projects have you been working on? Today, my mom and I worked on these easy and affordable projects! I made my cascade bridal bouquet with silk flowers, lace from my grandmothers...

MrsPreach2018, Jun 30, 2018 21 522
Alforev
Lesson from Another Wedding
Alforev in Planning, on June 14, 2018 at 6:16 AM

I recently attended another wedding, which ended up being very eye-opening for me as I plan my own. I have always tried to save money and look for the cheapest options while planning, and this was the...

Dave, Jun 17, 2018 27 812
Alforev
Bridal Shower Etiquette
Alforev in Etiquette and Advice, on June 13, 2018 at 6:40 PM

Hi Everyone!! I havent been on this forum in so long because life has been crazy... bought a house, got a second job, finished my masters degree program, and of course, planning my wedding! Life just...

Alforev, Jun 14, 2018 6 365
Alforev
When Everything Doesn’t Work Out
Alforev in Family and Relationships, on February 22, 2018 at 6:29 AM

So I thought I’d share this story since it’s a perfect example of things not going as planned. I’m sorry I’m advance that it’s long! Yesterday, my FH and I bought our first home. Neither of us have...

MrsRies&Love, Feb 22, 2018 10 290
Alforev
Post Removed
Alforev in Account Support, on February 22, 2018 at 7:45 AM

I’m hoping to get in touch with a Mod... I received an email that a post I wrote about my FH and I buying a home yesterday was removed because it wasn’t related to weddings or relationships. I did...

Alforev, Feb 22, 2018 4 319
Alforev
Groom’s Attire?
Alforev in Wedding Attire, on February 4, 2018 at 7:10 PM

I was taken by surprise today that my FH made an appointment at men’s warehouse. He and I have been planning everything together, but I never even said anything to him about getting his suit. He is...

FutrureMrsA, Feb 4, 2018 13 399
Alforev
Saving $$ Ideas?
Alforev in Do It Yourself, on December 28, 2017 at 12:24 PM

I’m sure we’re not the only ones paying for our wedding and a home at the same time... what are some things you’ve done to help with saving money or making extra money? We have a budget we’re...

FutureMrsKC, Jan 23, 2018 51 1,574
Alforev
Don’t Do This
Alforev in Etiquette and Advice, on January 8, 2018 at 7:26 PM

Just a little vent, but one that I think has an important message: don’t do this. I had a friend who I used to be very close with in high school who sent me a save the date to her wedding a little...

FutureMrsW, Jan 9, 2018 42 1,533
Alforev
Nwr: Mortgage
Alforev in Married Life, on December 23, 2017 at 7:48 AM

I apologize that this isn’t specifically wedding related, but at the same time as planning our wedding my FH and I are buying a home. I had previously posted about a short sale house that we were...

CBD to Be, Jan 3, 2018 51 1,189
Alforev
Wedding Dress Undergarments
Alforev in Wedding Attire, on December 27, 2017 at 9:47 AM

I’m going to try my dress on for the first fitting tomorrow and I would like to find nude undergarments that would smooth out my belly and thighs if possible. Anyone have any recommendations? The back...

Mrs.hays, Dec 28, 2017 12 253
Alforev
std Etiquette
Alforev in Etiquette and Advice, on December 26, 2017 at 7:45 PM

I received a Save the Date from my cousin and his fiancé in the mail today, but the envelope was only addressed to me, not my FH. I’m very upset about it because he has met my FH many times and is...

rica, Dec 27, 2017 31 722
Alforev
NWR: Short Sale Update
Alforev in Married Life, on December 9, 2017 at 9:25 AM

I tried to find my other post regarding an offer my FH and I made on a short sale house because I wanted to update everyone. We finally got notification back after three weeks that the bank is...

happeningmom, Dec 18, 2017 6 88
Alforev
Dress Stress
Alforev in Style and Décor, on December 8, 2017 at 6:25 AM

Officially got the phone call today that my dress came in and I'm panicking. I read a post on here the other day where someone said her dress was smaller than the one she had tried on. Is this...

Elissa, Dec 9, 2017 22 72
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