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Ruby
Ruby

23 yr old NICU nurse planning a wedding (in less than 5 months) with my future hubby that's joining the navy!

Happily married 🎉

October 26, 2019

2395days 22hrs

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Engagement ring leasing problems - Has this happened to you?
Ruby in Etiquette and Advice, on July 17, 2019 at 7:16 AM

Not sure if anyone else has had a similar problem So my fiancé bought my engagement ring back in December; since then he's been getting charged about 3-4 times a month for payments instead of just...

Melody, Aug 19, 2025 18 2,756
Ruby
New tattoo!!
Ruby in Community Conversations, on October 20, 2019 at 10:14 PM

Wasn’t sure if I was going to follow through with my idea but so glad I did. I got my fiancé’s handwriting on my collar bone & it will be a surprise when I walk down the aisle already had it 3...

Sinéad, Oct 23, 2019 15 427
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Ceremony recessional
Ruby in Wedding Ceremony, on September 7, 2019 at 11:09 PM

So initially when leaving the ceremony I thought about having guests throw lavender (getting married in October & lavender is in our bouquets, aisle runners & centerpieces & purple is my...

Clíodhna, Sep 10, 2019 4 138
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Need for a bartender?
Ruby in Wedding Reception, on August 25, 2019 at 12:20 AM

Hi friends! So we've decided to get a keg or two instead of purchasing a ton of bottled beer - we invited approx. 175 ppl but I'm still assuming a good handful will not come (2 months to go!) For...

D, Aug 25, 2019 6 166
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Engagement photos!! *pic heavy*
Ruby in Community Conversations, on August 13, 2019 at 7:56 AM

Finally got my engagement photos back and love them more than ever. We took these in Richmond at Maymont & Belle Isle❤️ Can’t wait until October

Jenni, Aug 21, 2019 18 333 1
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Groomsmen shirts
Ruby in Wedding Attire, on August 18, 2019 at 4:03 PM

Bridesmaid dresses are from Azazie, they’re ‘grape’ color. But I’ve had the hardest time even finding a purple shirt that comes close for the groomsmen, they’re all too bright. Where did you get your...

Rita-Jean, Aug 19, 2019 8 128
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Wrote my vows!
Ruby in Wedding Ceremony, on August 12, 2019 at 10:27 PM

Well at least the first draft.... we're still about 70 days out. I keep rereading them trying to make sure they're perfect Christopher,When I first met you we were 14 years old. I'd be lying if I said...

Clíodhna, Aug 14, 2019 3 101
Ruby
Wedding Food!!
Ruby in Planning, on August 6, 2019 at 1:37 PM

My catering for my guests has been the easiest planning food part of my wedding lol - we're doing BBQ (which I've been hearing is over done but I've never been to a wedding with it so oh well) Our...

Laura, Aug 6, 2019 12 253
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Gifts!
Ruby in Etiquette and Advice, on August 6, 2019 at 9:41 AM

So I know they're not mandatory but they're something I really wanna do! For the guys we've got them socks & flasks! Including my Dad & his. For my Dad I was going to order a patch for his...

Kimberly, Aug 6, 2019 4 99
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Not mushy father/daughter dance
Ruby in Wedding Reception, on August 5, 2019 at 2:59 PM

I've been searching and searching to find a decent father daughter dance that would please both my dad & me but I haven't been able to find anything Our relationship isn't the greatest, it's not...

Krista, Aug 6, 2019 8 151 1
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Ceremony Seating
Ruby in Wedding Ceremony, on July 14, 2019 at 3:12 PM

Trying to plan aisle décor & need to know how many rows I will have I'm basing my estimation off of 200 people (how many we're inviting) knowing that likely it will be less right now I have 20...

Courtney, Jul 14, 2019 8 100
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Rhyming signs
Ruby in Style and Décor, on July 13, 2019 at 11:01 AM

Okay WW creative minds! I'm trying to combine 2 "signs" into one for in front of my ceremony site. I'd like to make a combo of Pick a seat not a side & keep your phones _______ ; you're loved by...

Ruby, Jul 14, 2019 7 130
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Wedding Favors
Ruby in Wedding Reception, on July 8, 2019 at 12:51 PM

So I've narrowed by favors down to about 3 things (open to budget friendly suggestions!) 1. Tic tacs with "mint to be" sticker 2. Hershey kisses with "Kisses from the Mr. & Mrs." sticker 3. Cake...

Melle, Jul 9, 2019 11 116
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Tablecloths
Ruby in Style and Décor, on July 4, 2019 at 12:41 PM

So my mother recently asked if I wanted real tablecloths or just plastic - which I had considered this a few months back & decided to opt for real; she doesn't think it's necessary Everyone on...

Carol, Jul 5, 2019 6 160
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Hairstyle for Low Back dress
Ruby in Hair and Makeup, on May 14, 2019 at 5:39 AM

So I got my dress 2 weeks ago & am trying to figure out hairstyle so I can start playing with what works best. Both my mom & bridesmaids say my hair should be up but sometimes depending on how...

Madison, Jun 10, 2019 5 318
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Decorating
Ruby in Style and Décor, on June 5, 2019 at 6:21 AM

I showed the florist my inspiration pics and she came back with the perfect bouquet (and we’re adding some royal orchids that weren’t in store) & I’m amazed!! I was so happy she knew exactly what...

Christine, Jun 5, 2019 6 135
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Day of Timeline
Ruby in Planning, on May 23, 2019 at 3:00 AM

Hey guys! October bride trying to figure out a rough day of plan - I'm starting to try to book catering & a DJ (have venue, photographer, videographer). DJ told me a 5 hour reception is longer...

Ruby, May 24, 2019 11 155
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Flower girl & ring bearer outfits
Ruby in Wedding Attire, on May 11, 2019 at 5:44 PM

So I’m trying to figure out everyone’s outfits i know my bridesmaids are going to wear a plum color and I was thinking the groomsmen would wear a grey button up shirt with a purple tie for the flower...

Sinéad, May 16, 2019 4 93
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Military fiancé
Ruby in Planning, on April 22, 2019 at 12:09 PM

My fiancé decided (the week before we got engaged) he wanted the join the Navy. So here we are, he’s working first getting in then comes boot camp & school & then where ever he’ll be...

Clíodhna, Apr 30, 2019 4 142
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Finding ways to save
Ruby in Planning, on April 25, 2019 at 11:11 PM

Most venues I'm falling in love with DON'T include tables/chairs etc. So. I'm looking at other ways to save $$ Has anyone not used cloth for linens & instead used a typical table...

Selena, Apr 26, 2019 5 94
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