Discussions by MaryElena

Hello everyone! FH and I successfully completed our marriage application and scheduled an appointment with the City Clerks office. I received an email confirming the date and time. I read a few...

My husband and I are expecting our first baby! We’re so excited however I need some advice. The majority of my husband’s family is unvaccinated and we finally told some of them the exciting news....

Hi everyone! Has anyone else struggled with writer’s block while writing your vows? I want to avoid sounding cliché or phony. I want them to be extremely genuine. I have so many drafts and it’s a bit...

My bridal shower was absolutely beautiful. My Mom and MOH went above and beyond. It was so special. (FH arrived just in time for cake and some last minute photos.)

Hi everyone! Our wedding ceremony will be officiated in New York. Due to the global pandemic the nyc.gov website has been advising couples to apply for their license online. Has anyone recently...

Our wedding is 3 months away! Some members of FH’s family have already decided not to come but invitations haven’t been mailed yet. Our wedding is in NYC. His family is from Florida. In March, guests...

Hi everyone, Our wedding is officially 200 days away! One problem. How do we explain to our family members that we have decided to not invite children? FMIL has insisted we invite my FH’s baby niece...

Hi everyone! Our wedding is in July 2021. We’re so excited to celebrate with our family and friends. FH and I are now trying to decide on an alternative plan if by next summer we’re still not back on...

Our wedding colors are mint green and gray. FH and I decided to use dusty miller (silver gray) and eucalyptus (mint) for our greenery. We wanted both white calla lilies and white roses Our wedding...

Hi everyone! I have officially decided who I would like as my maid of honor. She has been a very dear friend of ours for several years. I really like the idea of a small personalized proposal box!...

Hi everyone! Our wedding is in 2021 (500 days away). FH and I have been productive from the get-go and have nearly planned the entire wedding. Our family dynamics are very unlike. Here’s where my...

Hi there. It is rare for me to disclose such a deeply personal dilemma. However, I have found the WeddingWire community to be such a strong source of comfort and support when applicable. I have...

Hi everyone! We have finally found our DJ, it’s relieving but simultaneously I felt so horrible when I graciously declined an offer from the DJ that came highly recommended by our event specialist....

Hi everyone! FH and I were wondering if other couples have used Julie Laudicina as their officiant in the Tri-state area. Our event specialist gave us a glowing review. We would greatly appreciate any...

Our reception area has lots of natural light. The room at night has very nice lighting especially around the waterfalls. The rooms gave us a very tranquil vibe. At our consultation with our first...

We had our consultation with our potential DJ today. Our venue highly recommended them. The quality of their services is phenomenal. Since they are their preferred vendor they gave us a generous...

Interfaith marriage. FH is Baptist, I’m Catholic. We have decided not to marry in the Church due to hypocritical practices. His pastor is nondenominational and would be delighted to participate in our...

My FMIL and I have a very good rapport. FH and I can both agree that planning our wedding is the most exciting yet exhausting process. The milestones we have reached have always been fun to share with...