Discussions by Maria

I'm so overwhelmed with stress. Something has come up and I'm really upset about it. I'm so beside myself I'm not ready to share right now. After reading various WW bams and forums I've learned that...

Couldn't help it. Fell in love with a ballgown. It's not the kind of dress that stands up by itself like Marie Antoinette or Scarlett O'Hara (I'm not sure if I'm supposed to add some sort of...

I've been looking through amazon and etsy and I haven't seen something I like. I'm this close to just buying something affordable and inoffensive but I thought I'd ask people here for inspiration....

I'm sooo torn about how to rsvp for a shower invite. In my heart I want to go, but I'm not sure if it's a smart idea. Pros and Cons below: Issues: -The location is 2.5 hour drive away from me each...

I'm strongly considering walking down the aisle alone. My issue is that the church I'm getting married is historic and the aisle is very narrow, so it's a tight fit. Ideally I would prefer to walk...

I'm feeling conflicted about this. I have a small bridal party. 3bm, 3gm and a ring bearer. Between a couple of introverts, shy members, I decided only fh and I will be announced when we enter the...

Hi Everyone! I'm struggling to choose a unity candle set. Can you share yours please? I definitely need visual inspiration! I'm only seeing $50 plus on etsy. Is that normal? There are more...

I invited my advisor to the wedding. I like him and it would be great if he came. It's also common for people in my department to invite advisors to weddings. I just received a lovely gift from him....

These are my options for the vegetarian dish. Which one should I choose? We also have a beef and chicken dish that have been chosen. We can only serve one vegetarian option. I'd love everyone's input,...

Did you get thank you notes that matched your invitations? Did you just buy pretty ones at a store near you? What else did you do? I'm looking for thank you notes and I just love pretty paper things....

I've gotten great Etsy suggestions from WW. Any specific shops you can recommend for a bridal comb? Looking for something pretty with a metal comb.

I love love love my engagement ring. It dates back to FHs great grandparents which is just amazing. Not only is it so meaningful it’s also drop dead gorgeous in my opinion. I still get giddy just...

I know a lot of us miss the community feel of the forums after the recent updates. Hopefully this is a CG approved compromise. 1. Share your wedding related resolutions. 2. Share a personal...

I've looked up past posts with similar topics which was helpful. But I haven't found a thread that answers if one fabric looks more formal or appropriate for an evening wedding. I'm leaning more...

We've just been invited to a Catholic baptism for a baby girl in New Jersey. We plan on going. They're FH's relatives and I haven't met them yet. Since they're family they have been invited to our...

Is it weird? Have you noticed any shifting dynamics or not at all? Personally, I think it can feel lonely on occasion. I have some best friends that will confide in me about someone they're still...

We've decided to try to go under budget for the wedding cake. I have seen some stunning masterpieces and of course I fell in love. But I brushed it off since we are splurging in other areas and the...