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Observation about reasoning and logic
Mrs Drakthal in Etiquette and Advice, on September 24, 2013 at 8:43 AM

I was reading the post on here about buffets and another post on another forum about using "tickets" for drinks. One of the arguements that I have seen more and more in favor of using "buffets" is...

Mrs Drakthal, Sep 24, 2013 14 3
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NWR: Let me tell you how the BBB really works
Mrs Drakthal in Wedding Attire, on September 22, 2013 at 10:36 AM

First my credentials to write this post: I owned my own tax and bookkeeping business for 13 years. I had one run in with the BBB in that time (which I will tell that story in a minute). I have also...

sundaycupcake, Sep 23, 2013 20 22
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MakeUp and Hair Trial done. Pics in post!
Mrs Drakthal in Wedding Attire, on September 22, 2013 at 4:08 PM

The hair is not what I thought I wanted but it came out gorgeous and is exactly what I wanted. I thought I wanted something sleek with jewels but I think this is perfect. The flower gives that little...

Chrissy, Sep 22, 2013 12 22
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Zales vent
Mrs Drakthal in Wedding Attire, on September 21, 2013 at 11:05 PM

We bought Fh's ring from Jared's could not have asked for a better experience. My rings however were purchased from Zales. Every time I set foot in that store I really wonder what I was smoking when I...

Mrs Drakthal, Sep 22, 2013 26 44
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question about Makeup and Hair trial
Mrs Drakthal in Wedding Attire, on September 21, 2013 at 10:09 PM

Tomorrow is my makeup and hair trial. I have never really done this before. I have four possible styles for my hair. So do I just get to see one of them? What if I dont like it? Can I ask her to try...

We'llAlwaysHaveParis, Sep 21, 2013 5 10
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Second thoughts about wedding shoes update in comments
Mrs Drakthal in Wedding Attire, on September 20, 2013 at 10:55 PM

The first two pictures are the shoes that I have already bought for the wedding. They were not the most comfortable during the fitting. I am seriously having second thoughts about them.

soon to be Mrs. M, Sep 21, 2013 16 13
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I DID IT I DID IT
Mrs Drakthal in Community Conversations, on September 21, 2013 at 9:13 AM

Well hello there fifth star!!!! And before my wedding date!

Abbiell, Sep 21, 2013 7 14
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Aha moment about my former MOH/sister
Mrs Drakthal in Etiquette and Advice, on September 20, 2013 at 11:27 AM

So as some of you may remember my sister ended up stepping down as MOH; and thought I was releived I was also kinda hurt and could not understand why she was not excited about my wedding. I do believe...

Mrs Drakthal, Sep 20, 2013 15 5
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Pirate boot for my 20 yo Daughter
Mrs Drakthal in Wedding Attire, on September 19, 2013 at 10:59 AM

What do you all think of this as a "pirate boot" for my 20 year old daughter to wear to the wedding. I want to get her a boot she will actually wear again. She hates heels (is her mothers daughter in...

Riki, Sep 19, 2013 5 14
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Hair & makeup trial on Sunday: Need suggestions
Mrs Drakthal in Wedding Attire, on September 18, 2013 at 8:25 AM

Attached is a picture of me in my dress at a fitting. I need suggestions for hair. I am thinking updo. I also will need suggestions for makeup. I have little pearl pins for my hair. So I dont want a...

Caitlin R., Sep 18, 2013 22 27
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Productive Day Yesterday (Wedding Wise at least) 10 days to go!!!!
Mrs Drakthal in Community Conversations, on September 18, 2013 at 8:17 AM

We went to get our marriage license. (For any in the St Louis area go to the country office not the City Hall). Took us less than 30 minutes and that included a trip into the wrong building and having...

Nay, Sep 18, 2013 3 165
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Thirteen days to go and we are forgetting something
Mrs Drakthal in Etiquette and Advice, on September 15, 2013 at 1:39 PM

Okay FH and I are both having this feeling that we either dont have something or have not thought of something. What we already have: Ceremony: Officiant Venue Candles Unity Candle things Runner Music...

Mrs Drakthal, Sep 17, 2013 12 4
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Sitting here half naked with my hair piled on top of my head
Mrs Drakthal in Wedding Attire, on September 16, 2013 at 8:52 PM

Trying to dye the grey away. Seeing my hair on Saturday made me realize I really do want the grey to go away prior to the pictures.

mscountry, Sep 16, 2013 6 14
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NWR: The Slapaho Indian in me is about to come out!
Mrs Drakthal in Etiquette and Advice, on September 16, 2013 at 8:23 AM

So my 20 year old daughter called me a few days ago essentially almost in tears. She lives in a college "dorm-apartment" with three other girls that she had not met before. She said the apartment was...

AndreaLily, Sep 16, 2013 9 20
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MY FH is the best
Mrs Drakthal in Community Conversations, on September 15, 2013 at 12:39 AM

So he came to the shower as it was ending. He and his mom went to pay off a couple of vendors and the bridesmaids and I rolled progams. Anyway we hung out at his sisters and had dinner and watched a...

Mrs Drakthal, Sep 15, 2013 3 9
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Shower was today
Mrs Drakthal in Community Conversations, on September 15, 2013 at 12:36 AM

Nine people came and we had lots of fun. The food was great and I got several nice gifts including some from people who werent able to make it.

Lillian, Sep 15, 2013 4 11
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Order of the Ceremony
Mrs Drakthal in Etiquette and Advice, on September 14, 2013 at 9:20 AM

Something seems a bit off? Do I have every thing in the right order? Order of the Ceremony Prelude: A selection of Classical and Baroque Pieces Seating of the Mother of the Groom: Concerto Grosso in E...

Celia Milton, Sep 14, 2013 5 2
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Arrival time at the shower
Mrs Drakthal in Etiquette and Advice, on September 13, 2013 at 10:44 PM

Ok so my shower is tomorrow. The MOH just told me on the phone that the other bridesmaids are getting there at one to help her set up and that the shower "starts" at two and that I can come anytime...

Nicole S. (formerly, Sep 14, 2013 9 14
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MOG just told me to "pick a piece"
Mrs Drakthal in Etiquette and Advice, on September 13, 2013 at 11:36 PM

For her to be seated too. We are using all classical and baroque dance music for the ceremony.......now what would be an appropriate piece? (Gotta get this done as I need the programs ready to print...

Future Mrs. S, Sep 14, 2013 2 4
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Are you skeered yet its FRIDAY THE 13TH.........
Mrs Drakthal in Community Conversations, on September 13, 2013 at 8:27 AM

So what superstitions (wedding or otherwise) do you actually believe in? I believe if I dont get my fifth star by my wedding day it will never happen!

Mrs. A, Sep 13, 2013 17 21
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