Discussions by Eleanor

I'm not here really asking about a specific wedding budget, but more of a philosophy. On the one hand the wedding day is the special day for you and your special someone and it should be one of life's...

Hi all, I guess the stereotype is that women tend to get baby fever first . . . but my fiance is so ready to start a family (we are agreed that it isn't time yet, but it can't come too soon for him)....

Not sure where to post this . . . our wedding Mass will be pretty elaborate and my parish is really beautiful, and I want some great photos during the Mass. I know that people using selfie sticks and...

I'm leaning heavily towards a one-shoulder dress; I have always liked the style and FH absolutely loves it for some reason. I would love to get any insights or ideas from the board! Thanks!

I should know how to do this because I've been to Catholic weddings, but offhand I can't remember when and how. It's at the end of the Mass, right? or near it? One flower, or a whole bouquet?

It was a long day yesterday, but the bulk of the moving is done. Just a few odds and ends remaining for this afternoon. As of now, FH and I are officially living together! Woo-hoo!

I was just wondering where everyone is on this. Do you both want children at about the same time (or not at all)? If not, who wants them sooner? I guess it's a cliche that the woman wants them sooner...

Hi all, The big day is this weekend! No, not the big W, that isn’t until December, but FH and I move in together this Friday! I’m a little nervous (though very excited) as I don’t know what to expect,...

I'm trying to get in shape. I'm doing a low-carb diet and using a Fitbit to try to take in significantly fewer calories than I burn, but I try to keep my calorie intake above 1500. Usually my intake...

Hi all, FH and I will be going to the Caymans for our honeymoon in December/January and need to make reservations soon. But we're torn between Grand Cayman, which has more shopping, nightlife, upscale...

OK, I'm super pale (think a goth sort of pale, which works out well since I am a bit gothy on occasion), and tanning is NOT an option. How is this going to work with a white wedding dress? I generally...

By that I mean what the main factors that go into your decision? For instance, do you pick something you think will be comfortable? Something you can dance in or move in easily? Something that you...

Hi ladies, FH's family has a lot of non-Catholics, and if we have a wedding Mass they obviously wouldn't be able to receive Communion. I don't like the idea of them feeling slighted or left out, but...

Hello, I’m getting married in December, and FH and I are moving in together next month. Up until now we’ve been mostly using condoms even though I’m on the Pill (have been since I was 18). I imagine...

Hi all, FI and I are getting married in December and we haven't done Pre-Cana yet. I'm nervous and unsure of what to expect. My big worry is that for financial and other reasons, FI and I are moving...