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I said YES to the dress (pics)
Courtney in Wedding Attire, on March 10, 2014 at 11:55 AM

Technically, I said YES on Saturday, but I've been waiting on my mom to text me the pictures she took. Thanks for all your help in narrowing down my options and making the decision! I chose a full...

Future Mrs.Whitaker, Mar 14, 2014 25 67
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I'm Back! (Re-Introduction!)
Courtney in Community Conversations, on February 26, 2014 at 8:00 PM

Hey Everyone! I've been on hiatus since December(ish) while studying for the bar exam. It's OVER and I'm BACK and ready to start wedding planning again! I just wanted to say hello and re-introduce...

Mrs. Simmons! Future, Mar 12, 2014 17 12
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Advice for BM Dress Shopping?
Courtney in Wedding Attire, on March 12, 2014 at 2:00 AM

I'm taking my 4 BMs dress shopping for the first time on Saturday. We're going to David's Bridal and maybe a couple locally owned places. I'm requesting that they all choose something long, with...

Courtney, Mar 12, 2014 4 15
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Processional Songs: How Many?
Courtney in Etiquette and Advice, on March 10, 2014 at 10:37 AM

How many songs are you playing for your processional? We're choosing non-traditional/modern songs for our processional. I don't know the skill level of the person who will be handling audio (it's the...

A&G, Mar 10, 2014 7 477
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RSVP for Ceremony and Reception
Courtney in Etiquette and Advice, on March 6, 2014 at 5:46 PM

My ceremony and reception (unfortunately!) are about a 15-minute drive away from each other. I have a feeling that many of my older/non-drinking guests will not be joining us for the cocktail...

mscountry, Mar 6, 2014 8 35
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I Think I've Tried Too Many Dresses. . .
Courtney in Wedding Attire, on March 5, 2014 at 7:27 PM

I Started dress shopping on Monday. Went to two boutiques with my mom and to David's Bridal with a friend. I've tried about 10 dresses at this point. I know I want a big, poofy, ball gown, but that's...

Jaime R., Mar 6, 2014 9 59
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Which Dress?
Courtney in Wedding Attire, on March 5, 2014 at 8:32 PM

I just posted about not knowing which dress to choose and one of the commenters suggested posting on here for opinions. Here the three my BMs liked best:

Future Mrs. Pichon, Mar 6, 2014 34 49
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Bad Idea to Dress Shop and BM Dress Shop on Same Day?
Courtney in Planning, on March 3, 2014 at 11:48 PM

My wedding is 6 months away and we have no dresses (no wedding dress, no BM dress, no mother of the bride/groom dresses). I wanted to (hopefully!) make all my dress decisions this month. My mom and...

Brownie, Mar 4, 2014 14 8
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Block Room Reservation Advice Needed
Courtney in Planning, on February 28, 2014 at 10:18 AM

I'm getting married in my and my FHs hometown - which is small and has very limited hotel options. A lot of our guest list (all of our friends) will be coming from an hour away (where we live now) or...

Courtney, Feb 28, 2014 13 34
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What Was Your Worst Argument?
Courtney in Married Life, on December 9, 2013 at 4:17 PM

FH and I are moving into a new apartment this weekend. This will be our 3rd time going through the moving process together in the six years we've been dating. FH, an extremely intelligent man in...

Kat, Jan 7, 2014 52 80
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Goodbye Until March
Courtney in Community Conversations, on December 29, 2013 at 6:03 PM

Hey WW Brides/Grooms! It has been so fun talking with you and getting your advice on so many things! Your help has been invaluable! For the past couple of months I have been studying for the Bar exam...

LB, Dec 29, 2013 10 20
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BM Gifts (Awesome Deal)
Courtney in Community Conversations, on December 28, 2013 at 8:23 PM

I wondered into a Belk today that happened to be shutting down in the next month. Everything was marked down and then they were taking another 60% off that. I got all my BMs these $40 handbags...

FutureMrsT, Dec 29, 2013 10 19
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Great BMs
Courtney in Etiquette and Advice, on December 27, 2013 at 9:21 PM

Is see so many posts on here about Bride's experiencing terrible situations involving their BMs. I hate to read those posts (it's always a tough thing for everyone involved!) I feel so lucky that I...

Susan, Dec 27, 2013 11 10
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Two-Person Ceremony Reading Suggestions?
Courtney in Etiquette and Advice, on December 27, 2013 at 2:25 PM

Does anyone have a suggestions for a two-person ceremony reading? We'd like to have both reader do parts of one reading. It's our only reading, so it can be a little longer (but nothing over 2-3...

Courtney, Dec 27, 2013 6 549
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Prosecco
Courtney in Do It Yourself, on December 22, 2013 at 11:07 PM

I'm planning to offer a prosecco punch as one of our signature cocktail options. Do you have any suggestions for an affordable (but decent) prosecco. I know Cupcake has one, but do any of you know of...

Courtney, Dec 23, 2013 5 17
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My Guestbook Alternative
Courtney in Community Conversations, on December 16, 2013 at 5:36 PM

After seeing some inspiration on an alternative guestbook list, I have decided what I want to do! Our reception is in an historic theater and it's going to be Old Hollywood themed. For our "guestbook"...

Barbara, Dec 20, 2013 8 22
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NWR: Games for Holiday Party
Courtney in Community Conversations, on December 19, 2013 at 4:11 PM

Hi Everyone, FH and I are supposed to come up with a game (and prize) for a Christmas Party. Any suggestions for fun ones you've seen or played? The youngest people will be a couple of teenagers and...

Lisa, Dec 19, 2013 3 11
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Negotiations
Courtney in Community Conversations, on December 16, 2013 at 10:36 PM

Negotiating is a pretty essential part of my profession, and I think I have done well using those skills in my wedding planning! Have you negotiated for better prices with any of your vendors? What is...

FutureMrsVanhorne, Dec 17, 2013 15 38
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KWR: Name Tag on Joint Gifts for Fiance's Family?
Courtney in Etiquette and Advice, on December 14, 2013 at 10:31 AM

Hey Everyone! I have somewhat silly question. FH and I have been together for 6 years (living together for 3.5), but we've always bought separate gifts for our families (i.e. I would buy a gift for...

Katie, Dec 15, 2013 22 11
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NWR: Moving Rant
Courtney in Community Conversations, on December 13, 2013 at 3:11 PM

As I mentioned on here last week, FH and I are moving this weekend. I got a quote from our moving company about a month ago. I emailed them back to say the quote was fine and never heard anything back...

Zoe, Dec 13, 2013 8 19
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