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November 5, 2016

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LoveInDC
Spin off: New last name jokes
LoveInDC in Community Conversations, on March 4, 2016 at 10:38 AM

So I know that there are a few of us out there that are excited about changing our names... but. Whether it sounds like something funny, creates a funny first/last combo, or will have you saying "you...

Adam, Aug 18, 2025 114 6,204
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Name change and health insurance
LoveInDC in Planning, on October 31, 2016 at 7:43 AM

So after we're married, I'm changing my name and switching to FH's health insurance. As luck would have it, I have a doctor's appointment on 11/21 (annual gyn/pap). For many reasons, I don't want to...

Tata, Mar 4, 2024 18 56,933 3
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Matte manicure from a salon? *Updated with pics
LoveInDC in Wedding Attire, on November 2, 2016 at 11:03 AM

Getting my wedding nails today! I envisioned a matte manicure like the inspiration pictures below. When I search, there are tons of at home how-tos, but salons are able to do this look too right? Any...

Adrianna, Jul 1, 2019 24 54,971
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Spin-off: Age difference greater than 5 years?
LoveInDC in Community Conversations, on April 4, 2016 at 8:54 AM

I saw on the age thread that many of our brides and grooms are really close in age! With FH and I being 7 years apart, I wanted to hear from some of you guys who have a larger age gap. Greater than 5...

FutureMrsDiBattista, Mar 5, 2018 84 136
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Spin off: Poll for girls who took (or plan on taking) husband's last name
LoveInDC in Community Conversations, on April 6, 2016 at 8:48 AM

This poll is for girls who took (or plan on taking) their husband's last name outright. No hyphenization. No combo names. Just good ol' "traditional" name changes. Not arguing reasons for taking names...

Amanda, Jan 16, 2017 250 876
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Guest Seating Arrangement Debate/Poll
LoveInDC in Etiquette and Advice, on September 28, 2016 at 8:59 AM

Our venue provides 5' round tables that fit 8 comfortably and 10 if you squeeze. The way it works out, I have a few groups of 10 who would want to sit together. As a guest, would you rather: - Be...

Zoe, Sep 28, 2016 25 38
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Menu
LoveInDC in Planning, on September 6, 2016 at 7:40 PM

Review my menu? We're having a buffet that features pre-plated entrees, additional sides, and a pasta bar (toppings include veggies and shrimp). The salad will be pre-plated at each seat. Any artistic...

FutureMrs.Grant, Sep 10, 2016 9 17
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NWR: Take care of your mental health
LoveInDC in Etiquette and Advice, on August 15, 2016 at 2:55 PM

Some of you may remember, I had a triggering event a few months ago regarding my father. After a few fights with insurance, a tiring search, and a wait list, I was finally able to meet with a...

LoveInDC, Aug 23, 2016 16 13
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Calling all marrieds who had a videographer
LoveInDC in Planning, on August 1, 2016 at 7:41 PM

I have our 3-month meeting with my videographer this week. This is where we're going to discuss style, feel, music, editing, etc. for our video. What are some things you wish you discussed with your...

S&J, Aug 1, 2016 3 17
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Should I intervene? Or leave it be?
LoveInDC in Etiquette and Advice, on July 12, 2016 at 4:04 PM

So my MOH is coordinating with my mother to host a bridal shower for my side of the family. FMIL is throwing a shower for her family and friends. A bit of background: MOH: recently married; first...

annakay511, Jul 13, 2016 16 14
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Closed: Fixed and ordered. Thanks guys.
LoveInDC in Do It Yourself, on July 11, 2016 at 11:59 AM

Update: I changed a few thing and now I'm happy. New proof in the comments.

Crazyinlove<3, Jul 12, 2016 18 35
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NWR Personal Update (Re: Letter from my abuser)
LoveInDC in Community Conversations, on July 2, 2016 at 3:20 PM

I want to thank all of you for your support during my emotional breakdown a few weeks ago. To recap, my emotionally and verbally abusive father found therapy and wrote me an apology letter out of the...

OG Dianna, Jul 2, 2016 25 34
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Update page 3 - A letter from my abuser
LoveInDC in Community Conversations, on June 13, 2016 at 7:22 PM

As some of you may know, I grew up with a verbally and emotionally abusive father. It was a very toxic relationship that pushed me out of the house as soon as I could support myself. To this day, I do...

JennV, Jun 14, 2016 66 76
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Complicated STD Addressing Issue - Edited for clarity
LoveInDC in Etiquette and Advice, on June 6, 2016 at 2:32 PM

I have a cousin "S" who will be between addresses. He wants me to send his STD to his parents (different state). They will forward it to his new address after the move. "S" has a girlfriend who will...

NowASeptMrs, Jun 6, 2016 16 15
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E-Pics!!! (What qualifies as pic heavy?)
LoveInDC in Wedding Attire, on June 5, 2016 at 7:34 PM

Those of you on the Facebook group were around last week when our photographer posted our e-pics on her blog. She posted about 20 or so pictures and I wasn't too happy with most of them due to some...

S&J, Jun 6, 2016 39 50
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Review my "how we met" story?
LoveInDC in Etiquette and Advice, on May 29, 2016 at 4:04 PM

My photographer is posting our e-pics on her blog Wednesday. As part of the post, she wants to include our "love story". FH is going to write how he proposed, I'm writing how we met, and we don't get...

LoveInDC, May 29, 2016 3 17
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NWR: My shoulders are super sore. Masseuse says I'm a disaster.
LoveInDC in Community Conversations, on May 24, 2016 at 2:01 PM

So I was at a bach party on Sautrday at a spa. I got a massage for the first time. The masseuse said she'd never dealt with shoulders like mine. That it takes years and years of stress and tension to...

Possum, May 24, 2016 26 1,851
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FH issues: need WW to tell me I'm being ridiculous and help me figure this out
LoveInDC in Etiquette and Advice, on May 20, 2016 at 2:26 PM

TL;DR: FH and I have both been having hard times at work. We spent some days apart where he was going to do some things for me/us. I get home and none of it's done. I'm supportive and let it go. But...

Lara, May 20, 2016 17 5
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Infertility Awareness Week
LoveInDC in Married Life, on May 9, 2016 at 3:52 PM

As many of you may know, it's Infertility Awareness Week. I know there are a few active members out there struggling with fertility. Could everyone take a moment and share your support for these...

Missys984, May 10, 2016 37 54
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Pardon my rant
LoveInDC in Etiquette and Advice, on May 4, 2016 at 1:40 PM

I asked my mother to take a look at my registry. We're registered at BBB for traditional stuff and Amazon for other things like lawn games and power tools. She came back and told me that I needed to...

Nonna T, May 4, 2016 14 17
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