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Colleen

Happily married 🎉

June 26, 2021

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Kris
False Eyelash Question
Kris, on July 23, 2021 at 12:48 PM

SO, I bought glue-on lashes, as well as magnetic lashes. I'm not as good at putting on the glue-on lashes as I am the magnetic ones, but the magnetic ones make my eyes painfully dry and ache. Has...

Kristiana, Jul 24, 2021 6
Jasmine
Average Alone Time During Reception
Jasmine, on July 23, 2021 at 1:27 PM

How much time does a bride and groom really get to themselves during the reception to eat?? Do they even get enough time to eat and relax or is it basically nonstop because everyone wants a chance to...

Jasmine, Jul 27, 2021 37
Kris
9 days out . . . what am i forgetting?
Kris, on July 22, 2021 at 11:57 AM

What are things that are normally forgotten at the last minute??? I feel like I am forgetting something, and I have no idea what!

Meghan, Jul 22, 2021 7
Carissa
diy Dj/music?
Carissa, on July 21, 2021 at 8:00 PM

Did any other brides not hire a DJ or any sort of band or anything? I’m wanting to find out if it’s something I could get away with just renting speakers and doing it myself or if it’s worth the cost....

Bonnie, Jul 22, 2021 10
Josie
Not changing last name
Josie, on July 22, 2021 at 1:01 AM

Anyone else not changing their last name after marriage? It doesnt seem fair that women are expected to change the name they've gone by their entire life, but not men. Also, I really love my last...

Michelle, Jul 27, 2021 19
Amanda
Tips for no seating chart
Amanda, on July 20, 2021 at 4:24 PM

My fiancé and I decided on no assigned table seating for our reception. I figured we’re all adults here and can sit ourselves. I’ve never been a fan assigned seating it weddings I’ve been to because...

Sarah, Jul 26, 2021 22 6
Lj
Filling the entire reception with flowers…am i budgeting too low?
Lj, on July 20, 2021 at 2:08 AM

Hi everyone! Just looking for some quick advice on florals. I really want a lot of flowers and my budget for just flowers is around $15k-$20k, that being said, anyone I’m this price...

Michelle, Jul 20, 2021 10 1
Ingrid
Do i invite the Ex- who is also my fh son's mother
Ingrid, on July 18, 2021 at 12:34 PM

I have been with my FH for almost 5 years. We have a daughter together and he has two other sons (both different women). My youngest bonus son's mom and I have had our ups and downs over the years....

Steph, Jul 19, 2021 12
Rachel
The Black Tux vs Men's Wearhouse
Rachel, on July 12, 2021 at 6:17 PM

My fiancé and I are trying to choose who to order his and his groomsmen's tuxedos from. His men are spread out throughout the country, which has narrowed us down to The Black Tux and Men's Wearhouse....

H And, Jul 15, 2021 10
Sabrina
Speakers for outdoor Ceremony
Sabrina, on July 12, 2021 at 10:23 AM

For those of you who did not hire a DJ how did you do your music? I am setting up playlists on Spotify to be played but am not sure the best way to go about getting the sound out if that makes sense?...

Colleen, Jul 12, 2021 5
Dawnmarie
Weather Help
Dawnmarie, on July 10, 2021 at 11:22 AM

So my wedding is next friday 7/16 so far it says 40 percent chance of scattered thunderstorms and partly cloudy then evening thunderstorm. The grounds at the venue are gorgeous. When should I start...

Liz, Jul 12, 2021 7
Colleen
We did it! 6/26/21 Backyard Wedding Recap + Some Advice (pictures!)
Colleen, on July 9, 2021 at 5:54 PM

I wanted to do a wedding recap because I always found them really helpful to read! I’ll provide some things I liked/didn’t like, as well as a budget breakdown if I’m able. All photos are from my...

Renee, Sep 29, 2021 17
Rachel
Drinks for wedding
Rachel, on July 9, 2021 at 7:40 PM

Hello everyone! For my wedding, I’m planning on having a multitude of different different drinks available. We are going to have beer, seltzer’s, truly lemonades, pop, water, lemonade, coffee, and hot...

Jessa, Jul 10, 2021 9
Deidra
Job Interviews & The Wedding
Deidra, on July 7, 2021 at 4:14 PM

I landed a job interview for tomorrow. At what point do I say "By the way, in order for this to work for me, I need a week off in September"? I'm concerned if I'm upfront, they won't hire me. But if I...

TylerJohnson, Sep 7, 2023 21 1
R
Has anyone else’s name change taken so long?
Rachel, on July 2, 2021 at 11:08 AM

Today marks 5 weeks since my local SSA office received my documents (according to USPS tracking). I haven’t gotten anything back yet and I’m starting to get worried. I made an appt at the DMV months...

Shaqualla, Sep 24, 2021 13
I_Do_Too
Lashes etc
I_Do_Too, on July 1, 2021 at 10:35 PM

What are your thoughts on the following: -Eyelash lift+tint and eyebrow a week before -Self tanner 3 days before-Lash extensions-Foregoing mascara (even waterproof mascara ends up on under my eyes) ...

I_Do_Too, Jul 4, 2021 8
Jaclyn
Second Dress?
Jaclyn, on June 30, 2021 at 7:05 PM

Did you guys get a second dress for the reception? I love my dress..its a ballgown and I had planned to wear it all night. But my fiance and I have decided to secretly take dance classes and learn a...

Kari, Jul 1, 2021 9
Ashlee
Doing your own makeup or hiring a professional
Ashlee, on June 29, 2021 at 6:05 PM

I'm really debating whether to do my own makeup or hire a professional I need y'all to give me your opinion

Melissa, Aug 4, 2021 23 1
Mrs. Phillips21
What is your splurge item regarding your wedding budget
Mrs. Phillips21, on June 29, 2021 at 12:10 PM

Hello everyone, I was hoping to hear what everyone's splurge item/purchase/hire is regarding your wedding and your budget (should you have one). I knew going into the beginning of our wedding planning...

Jasmine, Dec 19, 2021 55
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