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So I've been engaged since August 2016, so I guess its time to introduce myself!! My name is Kara, and I am engaed to a wonderful man named Louis. We met... View More

So I've been engaged since August 2016, so I guess its time to introduce myself!! My name is Kara, and I am engaed to a wonderful man named Louis. We met through my sister, and ever since we met we've been inseparable. We will be getting married in St. louis, MO art our dream venue and could not be more excited to say #74 days!!!

Happily married 🎉

April 8, 2018

2231days 20hrs

Discussions

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MrsBanks
Ceremony and no reception
MrsBanks in Etiquette and Advice, on December 27, 2017 at 3:20 PM

We've decided to just do a ceremony. And we love the idea. Just wanting to hear some other opinions.

MrsBanks, Apr 14, 2022 124 10,714
MrsBanks
When are you writing your vows?
MrsBanks in Wedding Ceremony, on February 26, 2018 at 1:58 PM

I have written a couple of rough drafts, and little notes here and there when something sticks in my mind... But I feel like my emotions aren't raw enough to really say what I want to say. Do you...

Angel, Mar 25, 2020 5 249
MrsBanks
How to manage sweat on the big day?!
MrsBanks in Etiquette and Advice, on April 13, 2017 at 1:21 PM

So I was wondering if there are any brides out there who run hot like I do? I can break a sweat very easily, and I also sweat when I'm nervous. With all eyes being on me, I know that nervous sweat is...

Cara, Aug 27, 2019 27 3,997
MrsBanks
Guys wearing engagement rings?
MrsBanks in Etiquette and Advice, on April 14, 2017 at 1:28 PM

So yesterday one of my FH coworkers came up to him, and asked about his ring. FH told him its his engagement ring. And his co worker went on to say how guys arent supposed to wear those, and its a...

Rae, Feb 20, 2019 64 16,034
MrsBanks
Funny abbreviations
MrsBanks in Planning, on June 29, 2018 at 4:44 PM

Anyone else here in the medical field? Ever since joining I've always found the abbreviations ridiculous and funny. STD and BM mean something totally different in my world so I've always felt silly...

Nicole, Jun 29, 2018 22 300
MrsBanks
Found my something blue!!! Photo in comments
MrsBanks in Hair and Makeup, on February 11, 2018 at 4:52 PM

This is how I'll be dying my hair before the wedding. Anyone else doing a interesting color?? I've had both colors, but never together so I'm super excited!

Sarah, Jun 23, 2018 17 573
MrsBanks
Married Life Podcasts?
MrsBanks in Married Life, on May 9, 2018 at 12:08 PM

Looking for a podcast to listen to on married life. Now that were married, its great. But, I feel like there are things we could be doing to strengethen our relationship even more. Not necessarily...

CBD to Be, May 9, 2018 4 162
MrsBanks
Greenhouse wedding?
MrsBanks in Community Conversations, on March 21, 2017 at 12:22 PM

What are your thoughts on a greenhouse wedding?

MrsBanks, May 9, 2018 16 726
MrsBanks
Bam! pro, and non pro pics. Advice too!!
MrsBanks in Married Life, on April 9, 2018 at 10:51 PM

I've always read the BAM posts, but I never thought it'd get to be my own!! First off, OH MY GOD I had so much fun! It seriously was the best day of my life and I can't wait to renew our vows in 20...

Brandy, Apr 11, 2018 60 1,376
MrsBanks
It's wedding day!!!
MrsBanks in Wedding Ceremony, on April 8, 2018 at 11:28 AM

I can't believe this day is finally here!! At 5 pm I marry my best friend! I'm at the hair salon now, waiting for my sis/MOH to get done and then it's my turn. Then to my mom's to put on my dress!! Ah...

Mcellist, Apr 8, 2018 18 388
MrsBanks
Anyone getting married April 8??
MrsBanks in Community Conversations, on April 5, 2018 at 10:31 AM

Getting married this Sunday!!! Holy crap I can't believe it lol. 2 days from now 😮 I have everything paid for, vendors are contacted for last minute details, weather will be eh, all the bouquets and...

MrsBanks, Apr 5, 2018 3 77
MrsBanks
Back and rehearsed! Is that a thing? Lol
MrsBanks in Wedding Ceremony, on April 4, 2018 at 8:32 AM

So our rehearsal was yesterday! The wedding is Sunday (Tuesday was the only day we could do it. They have back to back weddings every other day). I have to say I think it went well. A few people were...

rica, Apr 4, 2018 13 294
MrsBanks
Omg wrote my vows 😍
MrsBanks in Wedding Ceremony, on March 30, 2018 at 9:14 AM

8 days out, and I finally committed my vows to paper. I had a bunch of ideas, and notes in my phone. Just little stuff here and there, but nothing cohesive. Well, I got dropped off at work a bit...

MSK, Mar 30, 2018 17 316
MrsBanks
Not seeing each other for 24 hours!
MrsBanks in Family and Relationships, on March 29, 2018 at 8:27 AM

Our ceremony starts at 5 pm, so we are trying to say our goodbyes before 5 pm the night before. Anyone else doing a whole 24 hours apart, rather than just spending the night apart? This will be only...

Kaitlin, Mar 29, 2018 8 111
MrsBanks
Finished my diy sparkly chucks!
MrsBanks in Wedding Attire, on March 27, 2018 at 4:28 PM

The whole wedding party is going to wear chucks the day of. I bedazzled mine and I'm so happy with how they turned out. Let me know what you think!

firstoneat56, Mar 29, 2018 25 421
MrsBanks
Trying my dress on today!!
MrsBanks in Wedding Attire, on March 25, 2018 at 12:34 PM

It's been 2 weeks since I last tried my dress on. When I tried it last, it wouldn't zip up all the way (my mom was helping me, and I think if I had my MOH instead it would of zipped. My mom's hands...

Jessi, Mar 25, 2018 7 368
MrsBanks
Bas!! Had so much fun!!
MrsBanks in Parties and Events, on March 19, 2018 at 2:54 PM

My MOH/Big sister threw me and FH the most amazing wedding shower on Sunday. It ended up being WAY colder than anticipated so I coukdnt wear the dress I had picked out. And my makeup didn't come out...

Jennifer, Mar 19, 2018 9 246
MrsBanks
Anyone feel bad that they Aren't stressed
MrsBanks in Etiquette and Advice, on March 15, 2018 at 11:39 AM

So first off I should say our families have been amazing. My MOH who is also my big sister has completely blown me away with how amazing she's being. She is throwing an amazing wedding shower this...

rica, Mar 17, 2018 25 372
MrsBanks
Wedding shower this weekend!
MrsBanks in Parties and Events, on March 16, 2018 at 1:58 PM

Super excited about our wedding shower this weekend! My MOH aka big sister is throwing it and I already know it's going to be beautiful. It will be Co Ed since I hate being the center of attention. I...

Christina, Mar 16, 2018 12 136
MrsBanks
Veil issues (2nd post today, I'm sorry lol)
MrsBanks in Wedding Attire, on March 14, 2018 at 11:17 AM

So I was talking to my sister/MOH about my concerns for falling down the aisle lol. She thinks my veil is too long. And that it will trip me up. But I'm having my two junior bridesmaids hold it so it...

earias, Mar 14, 2018 9 212
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