Discussions I've participated in

What are average cake prices per serving? I'm trying to save money where I can, so we're discussing stacking the cake ourselves... just buying separate cakes if that is less expensive.

I went in to our big gummy bear stash and kept noticing that there were a lot of red and orange ones in there. So I casually said to FH wow we got really lucky with this bag. There are so many red and...

Hmmm, not sure about that but they are so much cheaper. Anyone used walmart to make their wedding cake? and how did it turn out?

We are not doing Programs, no Unity Candles(sand instead), no Wedding Shower, no bubbles or rice. What about you?

I have already purchaced jewlery for my girls but need a couple more gifts to give. can you share some of your ideas?

HI ladies, I was hoping that my MOH would throw my engagement party for me but she hasn't said anything about it. i don't think its even on her mind. I think i will have to throw one for my self....

Thank you to all the ladies that sent prayers my way for my FH. At this point I'm blessed that he's alive to make it but he won't be able to walk down the aisle. Our wedding is in 16 days and I can't...

My fiance and I are getting married next summer in Golden, CO. We have found both the perfect venue (Boettcher Mansion) and most beautiful church (Mother Cabrini Shrine). UNFORTUNATELY, we can only...

I was going over our budget with FH last night and he freaked when he saw how much our cake will cost. He said, " i can make it for a lot less! Ill just make the cake." I said no because he doesnt...

So we decided to only allow immediate family to bring their kids to our wedding. Unfortunately that still leaves around 20 children at our wedding! And knowing his family that number will most likely...

Ok so I have 5 bridesmaids and a maid of honor. 2/ of the total 6 have gotten their dresses. Do I need to get on the other girls? My mom is giving them each $100 to go towards the dress plus...

I do NOT want to spend any more money than completely necessary on flowers! i am considering silk flower bouquets for bridesmaids but a real bouquet for myself. What do you think? If not, do you have...

I keep reading brides who are excited that they paid off their vendors BEFORE the wedding. Don't do this!! I will pay off the balance when they SHOW UP at the wedding. Here's why I don't. I just found...

I was really looking forward to the cake tasting because it was something special he and I could do, but my mother wants to come to pick the type it is. I tried to tell her I didn't want her there but...

We haven't even picked a d*mn date yet but everything has been a battle already. Every choice is debated. I made the guest list, fine tuned it a dozen time at least! Need to do this so I can really...

A couple of ladies and myself were having a conversation after church on Sunday about friends and how they seem to drift off. I had to stop and think about my true friends and then the ones I called...

For the first few days after sending out invitations we had RSVPs coming daily and I was excited every time I went to the box. 3 days in a row - I come back from the mailbox looking sad and...

I was thinking last night about the Electric Slide. Seems like EVERY party I go for whatever occasion the song gets played. It's like the song that will never go away. So I shared my thoughts with...