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Sexy Senior citizen hitting the aisle for a third time (they say that's the charm, right?) My FH is also on #3, and we both are super excited. This is OUR... View More

Sexy Senior citizen hitting the aisle for a third time (they say that's the charm, right?) My FH is also on #3, and we both are super excited. This is OUR time to shine, rules and protocol be damned.

Happily married 🎉

May 6, 2023

1083days 21hrs

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Pat
Stress dreams
Pat in Planning, on September 24, 2022 at 10:38 AM

I'm sure you've all had them, but what helped you stop stressing over the guest count? Because most of our guests will need to travel significantly to come to our wedding, I sent our our STD's now...

Whitney, Sep 26, 2022 2 352
Pat
Little details
Pat in Planning, on August 13, 2022 at 11:44 AM

Since I can't do any more right now for our May '23 wedding, I'm starting to just 'wonder' about some little ... maybe even silly .... details. So, I turn to my wedding buddies who will understand....

Kelly, Aug 16, 2022 6 673 1
Pat
Guest List
Pat in Planning, on August 5, 2022 at 11:11 AM

I know this has been discussed to death already, but omg! I mean, we are older and really CAN afford a big wedding ..... but we are trying to keep the guest count to 65 - 70 people. Neither of us have...

Pat, Aug 6, 2022 8 709 2
Pat
Diy Table Centerpieces
Pat in Do It Yourself, on July 3, 2022 at 7:41 PM

So I found these adorable signs at the Dollar Store ages ago - perfect for my beach theme wedding. I had been struggling with what else I should do/add. I brought them with me to my first florist...

Bird, Jul 14, 2022 10 1,173 1
Pat
Advice for those planning their Weddings on a budget
Pat in Wedding Reception, on May 30, 2022 at 1:03 PM

Okay ... so PLEASE don't send hate posts my way, but I just had to share. For all the brides on a budget, can I please ask that you do your guests a huge favor and don't try to save money in the food...

Pat, Jun 20, 2022 24 2,050
Pat
Got our new venue! (update to "worst nightmare came true")
Pat in Planning, on May 23, 2022 at 4:48 PM

Woo-hoo! I HAVE THE MOST AMAZING FH EVER!! I am getting my beach wedding after all. After comparing the prices and the inclusions of 2 venues, we chose The Beach House. They were amazing to talk to,...

Gloria, May 25, 2022 12 649 1
Pat
Honest Opinions
Pat in Planning, on May 7, 2022 at 7:00 PM

Hello my WW peeps. I just need some honest opinions. I'm the bride who just lost her venue to incompetence, and am now shopping around with less than a year to go. In case you don't "know me" - I am...

Kelly, May 11, 2022 14 769 8
Pat
It's the little things .....
Pat in Style and Décor, on May 1, 2022 at 11:41 AM

Okay, so not earth shattering, BUT ... I found a card box for the reception. I am super psyched because it totally matches my save-the-dates and invitations, but it came from Amazon and was like,...

Paige, May 2, 2022 6 505
Pat
Got our wedding bands!
Pat in Wedding Attire, on April 29, 2022 at 1:52 PM

I just had to share!! I can't show anyone else because, well, because LOL (well, I DID show my sons, but they won't remember a year from now anyway) So freakin happy.

Sloane, Apr 30, 2022 4 636
Pat
This is great!
Pat in Planning, on April 3, 2022 at 2:22 PM

50 Dumbest Wedding Traditions I agree with SO many of these. I do like the fact that they say "hey, if it really is something you want, go for it", but generally I am so totally down with dumping...

Jasmine, Apr 4, 2022 8 336 16
Pat
Yay! He listened lol
Pat in Planning, on March 19, 2022 at 1:42 PM

Love love love my FH, but sometimes.... 😂 He was struggling with choosing a 2nd groomsman. He is Italian and very superstitious, so did not want to ask his cousin, as he was in FH's first wedding. Bad...

Pat, Mar 19, 2022 257 12
Pat
Got the Hotel Block !
Pat in Planning, on March 7, 2022 at 4:38 PM

So I live in Sarasota (FL) and it is the #1 destination on the Gulf Coast for vacationers. Hotel prices are outrageous, unless you want to stay at a "Bates Motel" kinda place. I AM SO PSYCHED!!! I...

Allaura, Mar 7, 2022 2 299 14
Pat
Another "how does this sound" question
Pat in Etiquette and Advice, on March 6, 2022 at 11:24 AM

Since ya'll have been super helpful with reviewing my wording, I figured I would have you check out another item I have up on my website under the FAQ section!! Now, I think most people in my crowd...

Samantha, Mar 7, 2022 6 452
Pat
Help! What do i wear?
Pat in Wedding Attire, on March 3, 2022 at 10:24 AM

Oooookay, so a former student of my FH just sent out save the dates with their wedding website on it. Scrolling through the FAQ, I found this on what to wear. I'm still confused!! "What should I wear?...

Pat, Mar 3, 2022 5 685 1
Pat
Yay! Figured out the wording.
Pat in Planning, on March 1, 2022 at 11:16 AM

A while back I posted a small dilemma I was struggling with. Our venue is a private yacht club - they allow non-members to book large events such as weddings. We are providing beer and wine, but no...

Pat, Mar 2, 2022 2 328 2
Pat
faq on website
Pat in Community Conversations, on February 23, 2022 at 10:53 AM

Can you all access my wedding wire website? If so, can you just look over my "Frequently Asked Questions" page and give any critique? When I read it, it sounds clear as a bell LOLOL but that's because...

Pat, Feb 23, 2022 3 186
Pat
Sneak peek at bridesmaids dress
Pat in Wedding Attire, on February 18, 2022 at 2:32 PM

I AM SO FREAKIN EXCITED!! Just finished the "mock up" of my bridesmaids dress. OMG we are in love, and it is just what I had envisioned them to look like. My sister's will have 3/4 length sleeves. I...

Melle, Feb 21, 2022 11 837 3
Pat
Hate this "limbo" stage!
Pat in Planning, on February 11, 2022 at 1:28 PM

Just a little rant/vent going. Wedding is May 2023, and I've gotten everything done that I can. I WANT to do more, but it's "too soon" according to the guide lines. UGH!! I want to converse with my...

Ashley, Feb 12, 2022 12 769 2
Pat
Just had to share
Pat in Style and Décor, on January 5, 2022 at 11:34 AM

I just HAD to share with someone who would understand the wedding bliss. LOL I know you all tolerate the gushy love stuff I KNOW the damn wedding is 486 days away but ........ I CAN NOT WAIT TO GIVE...

Elly, Jan 8, 2022 8 145
Pat
Mocktails
Pat in Wedding Reception, on January 4, 2022 at 10:29 AM

So a lot of our guests are friends of Bill W (including my FH) I still want a fun signature drink for our wedding, and started playing around on pinterest and google. I just had to share this link in...

Michelle, Jan 6, 2022 2 808 2
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