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DC Wife 10.27.18
DC Wife 10.27.18

Point blank. Right to the point. A loving wife, mother and stepmother. I've worked in Event planning, Food/Bar service, Pro Makeup artistry, you name... View More

Point blank. Right to the point. A loving wife, mother and stepmother. I've worked in Event planning, Food/Bar service, Pro Makeup artistry, you name it...I've done it!

Happily married 🎉

October 27, 2018

2776days 2hrs

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DC Wife 10.27.18
Getting some stuff done this weekend
DC Wife 10.27.18 in Do It Yourself, on September 3, 2018 at 1:38 PM

It’s a nice long weekend and I decided to make the glasses for our Welcome Party! I made them with mason jar mugs from the dollar store and my Cricut. I made 16 today. Once we get more RSVPs I’ll...

Kelly, Sep 4, 2018 3 161
DC Wife 10.27.18
anxiety and stress
DC Wife 10.27.18 in Community Conversations, on August 20, 2018 at 1:53 PM

I am a big ball of stress and anxiety today. I have 67 days left and I'm not gonna lie....I cannot wait for this wedding to get here! I am tired of planning and making decisions and payments. Any...

FutureMrsKC, Aug 20, 2018 6 156
DC Wife 10.27.18
Dessert Bar
DC Wife 10.27.18 in Planning, on August 15, 2018 at 10:54 AM

We are getting pretty close to our date and I am working on planning out the dessert table. FH and I are including our kids by letting them each pick a dessert which will be labeled as "Kids name's...

Jennifer, Aug 16, 2018 11 157
DC Wife 10.27.18
Married guests just broke up
DC Wife 10.27.18 in Etiquette and Advice, on August 15, 2018 at 3:07 PM

OK so here's the deal, my FHs best friend and his wife are separating. We sent them both Save the dates (separately to their emails). We planned to send invitations in two weeks. Although FH has known...

Mrs. J, Aug 15, 2018 10 319
DC Wife 10.27.18
My son's financial aid fell through
DC Wife 10.27.18 in Planning, on August 7, 2018 at 1:04 PM

I have been struggling for sanity in the past week. My son isn't getting anywhere near as much financial aid as we anticipated. He is a first year freshman, and is supposed to move in to his dorm on...

Maria, Aug 8, 2018 22 509
DC Wife 10.27.18
Forging ahead after yesterday's drama. a photo booth goal.
DC Wife 10.27.18 in Wedding Reception, on August 8, 2018 at 10:24 AM

Good morning brides and grooms, So I had a meltdown yesterday about my son's financial aid and you all gave me some fantastic advice. I am forging ahead on planning this wedding while thinking of ways...

DC Wife 10.27.18, Aug 8, 2018 6 189
DC Wife 10.27.18
After panic mode- centerpiece changes
DC Wife 10.27.18 in Wedding Reception, on August 8, 2018 at 11:10 AM

it'll be a scaled down version of this. So, after my panic subsided I brainstormed ideas to save us money on our centerpieces. I was really excited about the idea that I came up withe before but...

DC Wife 10.27.18, Aug 8, 2018 4 160
DC Wife 10.27.18
i made hangers!!!
DC Wife 10.27.18 in Do It Yourself, on July 30, 2018 at 10:22 AM

I’m loving the hangers I made with the Cricut this morning. I got the hangers from Ikea. This project took me about 30 minutes.

CountryRoads, Aug 1, 2018 12 246
DC Wife 10.27.18
My first Cricut project!!!
DC Wife 10.27.18 in Do It Yourself, on July 27, 2018 at 5:30 PM

I turned FHs old dress shirt into my getting ready shirt! In keeping with the theme, I used an Art Deco font. I think it’s super cute!!

Holleigh, Jul 29, 2018 18 339
DC Wife 10.27.18
i bought a Cricut!!
DC Wife 10.27.18 in Do It Yourself, on July 24, 2018 at 11:21 AM

I've been considering getting one for a while. My sister has an event decorating business and I'm super crafty. I've done some event planning in the past and am always looking for a side hustle. I...

Sabrina, Jul 27, 2018 12 204
DC Wife 10.27.18
i really wanted pancakes this morning......
DC Wife 10.27.18 in Fitness and Health, on July 23, 2018 at 10:28 AM

So, I really wanted pancakes this morning. I work from home on Mondays so all the temptations are a few feet away from me. Instead of making pancakes, I tried my dress on. It zipped but it sure was...

Brooke, Jul 25, 2018 14 349
DC Wife 10.27.18
How do i delete payments?
DC Wife 10.27.18 in Account Support, on July 21, 2018 at 3:56 PM

I need to delete payments that I already set dates for. Some of my payments have been duplicated since the last update. I am working on my budget and schedule today. I need help as soon as possible. ...

DC Wife 10.27.18, Jul 21, 2018 4 265
DC Wife 10.27.18
double Digits!!!!!!
DC Wife 10.27.18 in Planning, on July 19, 2018 at 10:35 AM

OMG!! We are down to 99 days! So far this journey has been full of ups, downs, and threats of elopement. I can’t wait for it to be over but I know I’ll miss planning afterwards. I’m super excited and...

Mrs. J, Jul 19, 2018 7 101
DC Wife 10.27.18
So excited! All accesories are purchased!!
DC Wife 10.27.18 in Wedding Attire, on July 13, 2018 at 2:12 PM

Thank goodness for small victories! I have my: Dress $99 Shoes $50 Earrings $15 Sash/belt $15 My reception dress was a splurge...but I love it! I'm feeling super...

LaTasha, Jul 17, 2018 17 290
DC Wife 10.27.18
Attention online shoppers!!!
DC Wife 10.27.18 in Planning, on July 16, 2018 at 12:21 PM

Hey brides and grooms!! So, there is an extension for Chrome called - Honey. Once you download it, it automatically runs known coupon codes for the website that you are on. Is amazing and it has saved...

Juli, Jul 16, 2018 4 155
DC Wife 10.27.18
"surprise" Bridal Shower
DC Wife 10.27.18 in Parties and Events, on July 11, 2018 at 4:22 PM

So I found out from a little birdie (who can't keep a secret) that my friends and family are planning a surprise shower for me. LOL I have no idea what to do with this information. Now I'm trying to...

Keyra, Jul 14, 2018 18 482
DC Wife 10.27.18
Need some reassurance
DC Wife 10.27.18 in Wedding Reception, on July 9, 2018 at 7:32 AM

Hey Brides and Grooms! So after getting the final contract from my venue yesterday (Yes, I just got it) we discover that we will have to get a liquor permit from DC if we want to serve anything other...

Powers2, Jul 9, 2018 16 328
DC Wife 10.27.18
Pressure for invitations
DC Wife 10.27.18 in Planning, on July 4, 2018 at 8:34 PM

So it happened to me....I went to a huge family cookout today with family that I see once or twice a year and immediately the wedding talk started followed by the conversations about expecting...

Whitney, Jul 5, 2018 13 502
DC Wife 10.27.18
After Party decorations?
DC Wife 10.27.18 in Planning, on May 8, 2018 at 1:31 PM

Hey everyone! For those of you who may have seen me around the forums you may know that we are having a Harlem Renaissance Themed Wedding. Very art deco, vintage, 20's and 30's heavy. So, I finalized...

Elise, Jul 4, 2018 5 136
DC Wife 10.27.18
finally settled on a centerpiece
DC Wife 10.27.18 in Style and Décor, on June 27, 2018 at 1:18 PM

Centerpiece I do not know why I had such a hard time choosing a centerpiece. It has been a serious thorn in my side for MONTHS!! Our theme is Harlem Renaissance and our reception venue is going to be...

DC Wife 10.27.18, Jun 27, 2018 11 278
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